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Massena Merchants Pleased with 2012 Holiday Shopping Season

Massena, NY - The 2012 holiday shopping season was a good one, according to local merchants, who said this year's sales were the best they've been in recent years. "Our business was excellent," said Jacquelin... more »

Downtown Shops Report Strong Holiday Sales

Nashua, NH - Local business owners were happy to awake this week to a white Christmas. But, earlier in the month, less white meant more green, according to business owners across the region.Mild weather, along... more »

Nearly 400 International Companies From 43 Countries Will Participate in Winter NYIGF

Nearly 400 companies representing 43 countries around the world will participate in the winter edition of the New York International Gift Fair® (NYIGF®), January 26-30, 2013, at New York City's Jacob K. Javits Convention Center... more »

Several Categories Strengthen Within NYIGF’s Baby & Child

Several juvenile product categories, including design-oriented accessories, natural products and educational play toys, are expanding within Baby & Child at the winter 2013 New York International Gift Fair® (NYIGF®), January 27-30, at New York City's... more »

Spending Helps Small Business Across Nation, Locally

Spending by holiday shoppers trumped Superstorm Sandy's impact on small businesses in November. A recent report from MasterCard Advisors and Wells Fargo shows that shoppers spent 5.2 percent more at small retailers in November than... more »

Artisan Resource Introduces Resources From Eighteen Countries at Winter 2013 Market

Companies from 18 countries around the globe have confirmed their participation in the second semi-annual edition of Artisan Resource™, a one-of-a-kind market offering U.S.-based volume importers, direct import retailers and wholesalers the opportunity to meet... more »

Urban Expositions Anticipates Continued Growth for April 2013 Portland Gift & Accessories Show

The Portland Gift & Accessories Show will return to the Oregon Convention Center April 6 - 8, 2013. The new April date pattern provides retailers the opportunity to get a jump start on the busy... more »

Dallas Market Center Launches Total Housewares & Gourmet Market

Dallas Market Center today announced the launch of the Total Housewares & Gourmet Market, a new trade event occurring at the same time as the Total Home & Gift Market, Jan. 16-22, 2013. The show... more »