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Tri-Citian at heart creates Splash in Art Walk
Kennewick, WA -- Artist Scott McMillin has spent the last 25-plus years in California hangin' with the Hollywood famous, but he still sees himself as a dyed-in-the-wool Tri-City boy.McMillin, who recently opened a new gallery... more »
Tourist businesses weather the storm
Salem, MA — Fewer people visited Salem attractions in 2009, and they spent less money while they were here — a reflection of the overall economy. But there were unexpected highlights, too.Some businesses say they... more »
Flower Lessons in Red Hook
The Little Flower School in Brooklyn teaches people how to make their own arrangements. Sarah Ryhanen and Nicolette Owen discovered each other the way everyone does these days: online. Ryhanen owns Saipua, a flower shop... more »
Program Offers Money to Banks to Help Small Business
Washington — The Treasury Department will invest up to $1 billion from the federal bank bailout fund in small banks and credit unions that make loans to small businesses in some of the communities most... more »
Portsmouth’s LeClub Boutique seeks ‘retail roommate’
Portsmouth — For 22 years, LeClub Boutique and Choozy Shoes have been retail roommates. They have shared three locations, including the current one at Vaughan Mall.But that ended with the closure of Choozy Shoes."It's like... more »
Hannon Group to Introduce New BBQ Set, Wine Totes and Expanded Lunch Bag Line at the International Home and Housewares Show
Burlington, WI – TODCO™ will be introducing a new barbeque set, a new line of recyclable wine tote bags and a new and expanded line of Sachi™ Fashion Insulated lunch bags at the International Home... more »
Six Companies Win EXTRACTS Best New Product Awards
NYC — A panel of trade and consumer editors bestowed EX•TRACTS® Best New Product Awards to six exhibitors in EX•TRACTS® at the New York International Gift Fair® (NYIGF®), with Joya taking "Best of Show" honors... more »
Five Companies Win Home Textiles Market Week Best New Product Awards
NYC — A panel of trade and consumer editors bestowed Home Textiles Market Week® "Best New Product Awards" to five companies, with Designers Guild named "Best of Market" for its Watelet Duvet. Home Textiles Market... more »
Midwest-CBK Announces Winners of 2009 “Show us your Sparkle” Independent Retail Display Contest
Cannon Falls, MN – Midwest-CBK, leading designer and manufacturer renowned for its design, style and sparkle, announces the winners of the company's third annual "Show Us Your Sparkle" in-store display contest for independent retailers. Midwest-CBK... more »
GreenSpace: Trio of businesses finds one home
By combining her three downtown Rochester businesses in one location, Renee Kolle is aiming to bring greater visibility to the handmade goods, high-quality wigs and skin care products that she sells.Her expanded shop opened Monday... more »
Sales of high-end, trendy gifts rise despite downturn
High-end kitsch and trendy gift items, like monogrammed notepads and crafty bejeweled designer knickknacks, are selling big, despite a sagging economy.Worldwide from New England to Europe, sales of luxury gifty-stuff rose nearly 30 percent during... more »
Her niche is a jewel
A sparkling red rock encircles Amy Montminy's finger – a replica of a wedding gift given to Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis from Aristotle Onassis. Montminy snagged the ring from Filthy Rich, her jewelry shop in Boston's... more »
