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Dundee Main Street survives bumps in road
West Dundee -- While America's downtowns have been hard hit by the economy in recent years, some small independent stores seem to be weathering it all.Just how they are surviving is on the minds of... more »
Spring 2010 Gift & Home Market at the L.A. Mart
Los Angeles, CA – The Spring 2010 Gift & Home Market at the L.A. Mart, March 14-16, 2010, buyers and retailers will discover fresh, new product from a multitude of categories and will shop some... more »
Cynthia Gale debuts her latest Signature Jewelry Collection
New York - Manhattan-based sterling silver jewelry designer, Cynthia Gale, is creating a buzz with her new Signature Collection, The City That Never Sleeps. A collaboration with the New-York Historical Society, the jewelry is an... more »
The web took a larger share of retail sales as e-commerce picked up in the 4th quarter
In a down year for the U.S. economy, online retailers took market share from offline retailers, according to the Census Bureau of the U.S. Department of Commerce.Online retail sales in the fourth quarter grew 14.4%... more »
Planet Dog Launches New Organic Treat Collection
Portland, ME - Planet Dog, the socially responsible pet industry leader, is proud to announce the launch of Planet Dog EATS, a new line of premium and healthy dog treats. Designed with form, function and... more »
All Retailers Go To Heaven Contest
Chesterfield, MO - Calling all retailers - We want to see your smile!If you're a retailer who's ever had one of those perfect days when your customers clean up after themselves, compliment you on attractive... more »
Prosecuted for not displaying a no-smoking sign
A business owner is challenging legislation which dictates that no-smoking signs must be displayed in shops.Stuart Isbister, who owns garden gift shop The Worm That Turned in Derby Road, city centre, refused to pay a... more »
New popcorn shop gets cracking
If you're looking for a healthy, tasty snack, a new eatery on Verona's west side has just the thing.Kernel Sullivan's Popcorn Shoppe and Cafe opened Jan. 13 in the former home of Moose Creek Deli,... more »
Dogeared Jewels & Gifts: New Gifts for the Bride & Bridal Party
The wedding day! What better way to spread the love than with specialty jewels that enhance this glorious occasion? Dogeared Jewels & Gifts, a best-selling fashion brand known for their hip, good energy designs, has... more »
Go Green Expo & Architectural Digest Partner in 2010
New York, NY — The third annual Go Green Expo, one of the nation s leading eco-focused, interactive green-living showcase, and the renown Architectural Digest Home Design Show will run concurrently this year on March... more »
Fine crafts store to close
Hickory - Julia Rush, owner of the area's premier fine crafts gallery and gift shop for 30 years, is closing her store on downtown's Union Square. The closing process will begin Tuesday with a going-out-of... more »
New Grayslake shop offers home accents
There's something to crow about in downtown Grayslake, The Weathered Crow gift shop at 101 Center St.Walking through the entrance hallway shared with Vine Martini & Wine bar, you're greeted with wafts of mild, inviting... more »
