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‘Shop Local’ Perk: Property Tax Breaks in Voorhees

Voorhees, NJ - The “shop local” movement — a “big box detox” for consumers — is gaining popularity, with the goal of supporting local businesses.In Voorhees, township officials have launched a program that further entices... more »

Quail Cottage Antiques Chosen For March Cash Mob

Gardenville, NV - Cash Mobs continue to raise awareness in the Main Street Gardnerville district. The “Cash Mob” economic stimulus campaign is aimed at supporting local businesses and rebuilding communities. Cash Mobbers join together and... more »

Shop Local Holiday Campaign Paid Off Big for Lincoln Square Retailers

Lincoln Square, IL - Lincoln Square shoppers spent big at small businesses this past holiday season.Results released Monday by the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce show that spending by participants in the "Unwrap" shop-local... more »

Shop Local: Good Community Strategy

Shop local programs are a nationwide trend that continues to grow as communities realize the importance of an ability to take control of their own local economy. It takes work from people like you and... more »

Oak Park Merchants See Benefits of Shop-Local Holiday Promotion

Oak Park, IL - Downtown Oak Park doled out nearly $45,000 in rebates through its shop-local holiday promotion, putting this year's effort on track with last year's record numbers, according to the business association's director.During... more »

Boost for the Street as Shoppers Stay Local

Lerwick, UK - Town centre shops have reported booming business over the festive period, with many saying sales were up on the same time last year with more people buying locally.The Camera Centre owner Ben... more »

Holiday Sales a Gift for Arlington Shops

Arlington, MA - Considering the growing popularity of online shopping, Arlington small business owners said they fared pretty well this holiday gift-buying season.Jim Donvan, owner of Firefly Moon in Arlington Heights, said this year was... more »

Slogan Helps Keep Holiday Shopping Local

Helena, MT - After weeks of frantic ordering, restocking and gift wrapping, local retailers were finally able to take a breath Thursday and Friday to reflect on the holiday season.According to Carly Garrison of Downtown... more »