Retail News
News about the retail industry, including catalog and online retailers, discount, convenience and specialty stores, among others. This section covers everything from animal and pet retailers to wedding and bridal.
GemFind.com Responds to the Need for Haitian Relief - Urges Others in the Jewelry Industry to do Same
Starting today GemFind.com will donate 10% of their company’s profits from all sales to the American Red Cross Haitian relief effort. The online diamond jeweler and designer jewelry retail company will continue with donations of profits during the next two months. - January 20, 2010 - GemFind
Duffy Design Group Presented with International Interior Design Association (IIDA) Award for Best Retail Project
Duffy Design Group www.duffydesigngroup.com was presented with the International Interior Design Association's New England Chapter Award for Best Retail Project for the design of D SCALE, Dennis Duffy's modern and vintage furniture and accessories store. - January 19, 2010 - D Scale
Visionary iGaming Launches Live Blackjack Early Payout Version 2.0
Adding to the company’s live casino offering, Visionary iGaming releases Live Blackjack. - January 19, 2010 - Visionary iGaming
Ecapay Charity: Global Donation Drive Strives to Improve World
Asia’s premier online payment gateway has launched Ecapay Charity through its website www.Ecapay.org. The company’s goal is to use its vast presence and influence in the market to increase charitable giving and improve the world. Ecapay has strong roots in charity and has continued to... - January 19, 2010 - Ecapay
Echo E-Business Delivers It’s Predictions for Online Business in 2010
E-Business Strategist Deborah Collier has revealed her predictions for EBusiness in 2010. Deborah's predictions last year, which featured in her white paper ' E-Business Evolution 2009', with comments from John Lewis, Cancer Research UK, PriceWaterhouseCoopers and Linden Labs are becoming reality. This year Deborah discusses how social media, popular culture, new technologies and the economy will enable us in the forthcoming and following years. - January 19, 2010 - Echo E-Business
Wix is Brimming with New Content
Wix, a fast growing company that specializes in creating free Flash websites has been busy updating their website builder with lots of new content and features. - January 19, 2010 - Wix
Italian Luxury Patio Heaters Arrive in the US: Ferrara Flame by Italkero - Worlds Only Remote Controlled Patio Heater
Ferrara Flame by Italkero Luxury Patio Heaters is now in the US. Italian designers Italkero, out of Modena, Italy, have dominated the international market in the heating sector with its innovative Italian heating products and focus on the safety of Sealed Chambers Systems and the environment. - January 19, 2010 - Ferrara Flame by Italkero
Casino La Vida Has Launched
The much anticipated unveiling of Casino La Vida has arrived. Monday the 18th of January 2010 saw the launch of an exclusive new online casino brand powered by Microgaming: Casino La Vida. According to insiders, this casino promises to be exceptional; a step above the rest; a name to remember and an experience to be enjoyed. - January 19, 2010 - Casino La Vida
MedFirst Alert Announces Its Medical Alarm Service Expansion Into South Carolina
MedFirst Alert has been protecting seniors while allowing them to maintain their independence through their Personal Emergency Response System (PERS). - January 17, 2010 - MedFirst Alert
Cosmetic Bliss Calls for Co-Operation Between Responsible Healthcare Providers to Raise Standards in Marketing Weight Loss Surgery
Specialist Weight Loss Surgery provider Cosmetic Bliss calls for businesses in the field of Private Healthcare who facilitate and provide surgical weight loss procedures to work together to set benchmarks and promote higher standards of patient preparation, care and post-operative support - in the interest of improved surgical outcomes and industry reputation. - January 17, 2010 - Cosmetic Bliss
Barcode.com Now Offering Free Barcode Generator
Barcode.com, a website for all things barcode related, has recently introduced a new barcode generator feature for site visitors to use. The feature itself is actually comprised of two separate generators: one for standard barcodes and the other for 2D barcodes. Visitors can create different kinds... - January 17, 2010 - Barcode.com
The Hunger Site and GreaterGood.org Support Partners in Health’s Haitian Rescue Work
The Hunger Site and GreaterGood.org sent more than $270,000 to Partners in Health to support that group’s rescue work in Haiti by the end of February 2010. - January 17, 2010 - GreaterGood
Gossimer Has Opened Its Treasure Chest for Webhost Resellers
Gossimer, the fast growing domain name registration and web hosting company has yet again opened its door of their reseller program. This program offers a comprehensive web hosting product portfolio for resellers and resellers of Gossimer’s resellers. - January 16, 2010 - Gossimer
Anchor Loans Launches New Website
Anchor Loans is pleased to announce the launch of a new web site. The site will allow Anchor’s investors and borrowers the ability to connect with the company in ways never before possible. Password protected login capabilities will provide investors with the ability to view monthly... - January 16, 2010 - Anchor Loans
IFR Reports: Boxing Day Knocks Out Black Friday
With two major USA and Canada holidays completed, IFR found Canadian retailers were very competitive during Boxing Week compared to USA's Black Friday week, especially now that the Canadian dollar is teetering on par with the US dollar. - January 16, 2010 - IFR Group
Chemistry Surfboards Launches Online Store
Considered one of the most unique brands in the surfing world, Chemistry Surfboards has expanded its reach by launching a new online store containing everything Chemistry and more. From tees to surfboard accessories, the store is digitally packed with the unique shapes and designs it's known for as... - January 16, 2010 - Chemistry Surfboards
Unique Tips to Get Organized “Now”
CARY, NC – Janice Russell, President of Minding Your Matters®, has launched a new initiative for 2010 entitled Live in the NOW: Newly Organized Way. The initiative teaches a new mindset to help individuals get and stay organized. The new decade is a perfect time to start the path to... - January 16, 2010 - Minding Your Matters
Fancy Dress Ball Announce New Stock of S.W.A.T. and Army Costumes for Men
Leading online supplier of high quality fancy dress costumes, Fancy Dress ball today announce a new range of police and military fancy dress costumes for men. Fancy Dress Ball have noticed how men like to splash out and indulge when it comes to dressing up to impress their friends and ladies alike. - January 16, 2010 - Fancy Dress Ball
Owigs Offering Cash Rewards for Lace Wig Wearers
Leading suppliers of lace wigs, Owigs.com, are offering customers, who have purchased their wigs a cash reward for sending in photographs, videos and feedback of their products. Owigs.com, who manufacture and supply full lace wigs, made from the finest Chinese and Indian Remy hair, are offering up... - January 16, 2010 - owigs
Factory Direct Drapes™, a Leader in the American Drapery and Curtain Industry, is Proud to Manufacture Their Products Right Here in the USA Since Inception
When Factory Direct Drapes™ started manufacturing custom drapes in 1954, they never envisioned the challenges ahead of making high quality goods in the United States of America. The prolific importation of inferior products from countries that victimize workers makes all industries requiring... - January 15, 2010 - Factory Direct Drapes
Pasternak Finding’s Unveils New Colored Sterling Silver Mesh Chains Collection
Pasternak Finding’s unveils its new collection of trendy mesh cable chains. The new chains collection soo immediately became a hit in the jewelry findings industry as it offers an extra touch of color, beauty and exclusivity to jewelry designers and goldsmiths. - January 15, 2010 - Pasternak Findings
eSmartTax.com Introduces Daryl Johnson, Mixing Advertising and Social Media
Liberty Tax’s Online tax preparation company introduces new spokesperson to his hometown via electronic billboard with live Twitter feed. - January 15, 2010 - eSmartTax.com
US Markerboard Makes Inc. 5000 Again, and Keeps on Rolling
US Markerboard made the prestigious Inc. 5000 for the third year in a row, and shows no signs of slowing down. A long time global leader in home, school, and business merchandise, US Markerboard supplies everything from magnetic whiteboards to trophy display cases. - January 15, 2010 - US Markerboard
LoobaLee.com Implements Expanded Search and Now Includes Both Resale & Overstock Kids' Clothing
LoobaLee.com implements enhanced search features, unique to kids' clothing, and now supports overstocks. LoobaLee is a virtual outlet custom to the market of resale and overstock children's clothing. - January 15, 2010 - Rielle Life LLC | LoobaLee.com
The Virtual Casino Launches the New Instant Play Online Casino
The Virtual Casino has officially launched its Instant Play feature allowing players to enjoy their favorite casino games right form their own site, totally download free. - January 14, 2010 - The Virtual Casino
Paul S. Manning of Renaissance Fitness Studio and Wellness Center Proudly Presents Kristen Correia, Personal Trainer to His Elite Organization
Kristen Correia loves what she does. As a personal trainer she enjoys transforming peoples lives through fitness. She offers not only personal one on one training but Group Training such as Yoga, Zumba and Boot Camp. Please contact her to schedule a fitness routine that suits you best. Your life could depend on it. - January 14, 2010 - Renaissance Fitness Newport
Lingerie Diva Releases Top 10 ʻBe Mineʼ Gifts for 2010 Valentineʼs Day
A list of the 10 most popular Valentineʼs Day gifts to give your Valentine this holiday season. - January 14, 2010 - Virtual Inventories, Inc.
GizaPage Creates White Label Social Media Hubs for Brands and Bloggers
New features help fans engage across all social media profiles from within the brand's website. - January 14, 2010 - GizaPage.com
Pre-Paris Listening Party and Fundraiser for Baltimore's Own Mia Miata
Baltimore's Very Own Mia Miata Travels to Paris, France to Represent Her City in the Sankofa Soul Contest. - January 13, 2010 - Mia Miata
New Year Plus Piyolet Equals Healthy Living - New Fitness DVDs Released in January
Piyolet releases two new fitness DVDs entitled "Intro to Piyolet" and "Body by Piyolet" expanding its Pi- PIlates, Yo-Yoga and Let-Ballet fusion format for the masses to enjoy. - January 13, 2010 - Piyolet, LLC
Pro Energy Consultants Helps Homeowners Understand Which Home Energy Audit is Best
Homeowners can choose from various types of home energy audits: a do-it-yourselfer, a free or low-cost one from the utility company, or one by a professional. All can offer some degree of benefits, but according to Pro Energy Consultants, the only way to truly solve a homeowner’s pain due to discomfort or high-energy bills is with a professional home energy audit. - January 13, 2010 - Pro Energy Consultants
Leading Home Energy Auditing Company Announces New Guarantee
Pro Energy Consultants’ new guarantee promises homeowners they won’t have to pay a penny if they don’t feel the company’s customized, diagnostic home energy audit will successfully evaluate their home’s performance. Based on the customer’s needs, the home energy audit will either pinpoint which improvements will be the most cost-effective for maximizing a home’s energy efficiency or verify the home is already energy efficient. - January 13, 2010 - Pro Energy Consultants
Irvine BMW Announces BMW’s Roadster to Get Higher Performance Model for 2011
Irvine BMW is proud to announce that the new range-topping Z4 sDrive35is model will be making its world premiere at the 2010 North American International Auto Show this month. The Roadster will be available at Irvine BMW this spring. “Combining classic proportions with modern features, the... - January 12, 2010 - Irvine BMW
3N2 Debuts Fastpitch Softball Cleat with Pitching Toe
3N2 has released their first fastpitch softball cleat with a reinforced pitching toe – the Accelerate PT. The Accelerate PT is an extension of 3N2’s successful Accelerate line of women’s fastpitch footwear. Its release has been met with positive reviews and performance feedback... - January 12, 2010 - 3N2
Irvine BMW Announces the BMW 3 Series is Named to Car and Driver's 10 Best List for 19th Year in a Row
Irvine BMW is proud to announce that Car and Driver Magazine has named the BMW 3 Series to their 10 Best List for the 19th year in a row. - January 12, 2010 - Irvine BMW
Private Domain Depot Announces .IN Domain Name Registration to Their Extensive Domain Offerings
Proud to provide their customers with the latest technology and updates, Private Domain Depot now offers .IN domain name registrations. - January 12, 2010 - Private Domain Depot
YTL Communications Chooses Brightidea to Power Its Million Dollar Open Innovation Challenge
Using Brightidea’s WebStorm technology, YTL Communications Issues Global USD$1 million Challenge to Developers to Spur Innovation on YTL’s 4G Network - January 11, 2010 - Brightidea Inc.
Evileye Books Signs Horror and Fantasy Writer John Urbancik to Multi-Book Deal
Adding to the string of licensing deals struck in 2009, Evileye Books, announces the signing of horror and fantasy writer, John Urbancik, to a multi-year book deal to develop a new supernatural noir fiction series titled "DarkWalker". The first volume of the series is a novel debuting in... - January 11, 2010 - Evileye Books
New LED Outdoor Lighting System Technology to be Presented by Cincinnati’s Outdoor Lighting Professionals, NiteLites, at the Cincinnati Home and Garden Show
NiteLites Cincinnati outdoor lighting professionals to showcase the latest in outdoor LED lighting systems at the Cincinnati Home and Garden Show March 6th through 14th. - January 11, 2010 - NiteLites Outdoor Lighting
Xwarranties.com Officially Launches, Offering Extended Warranty Protection at Value Prices
Xwarranties announces the launch of its website, Xwarranties.com, offering extended warranty protection for consumer electronics, appliances, furniture and other household items. Xwarranties offers extended warranty protection at a significant discount compared to warranties offered by... - January 11, 2010 - Xwarranties
Schapiro Global is Anticipating Raising Markets
Investors are betting on a bull market for 2010. - January 10, 2010 - Schapiro Global
Local Non-Profit Agency Opens New Office in Yorkville Area, Demand Remains High for Foreclosure-Prevention and Foreclosure-Intervention Services
Federally funded credit-counseling programs help consumers avoid foreclosure and stay in homes. - January 10, 2010 - Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Aurora
Well Respected Computer Veteran Buys Storefront in Lithia Springs, GA
CJ Computer, started by Joe and Claire Morelli over ten years ago, specializing in business and residential computer solutions to most customers north of Atlanta, will now offer sales as CJ Computer, LLC as they open their new storefront in Lithia Springs. CJ Computer, LLC - Opened the new store... - January 10, 2010 - CJ Computer Services LLC
Lighthouse Advertising Group Develops Unique Formula That Combines Mobile Billboard Trucks, Human Directional Sign Twirlers, and Giant Inflatables Nationwide
Lighthouse Advertising Group expands to offer a distinctive array of outdoor advertising, that is not limited geographically and is furnished on a full service basis. - January 10, 2010 - Lighthouse Advertising Group LLC
Krueger Audio Technologies and Audio Designer Paul Krueger Show at NAMM and Sundance Film Festival
Fort Lauderdale, Fl. based Krueger Audio Technologies (www.kruegeraudiotech.com), and designer Paul Krueger will feature the individually unique, radical design loudspeakers and accessory audio products on the West Coast swing of shows at NAMM in Anaheim, Ca. and the Sundance Film Festival in Park... - January 09, 2010 - Krueger Audio Technologies, LLC
The First Ever Online World Team Poker Cup Will Start on January 10th and Will be Arranged by The Free Poker Room
On January 10th the first ever World Team Poker Cup starts on The Free Poker Room. 16 teams from different nations battle it out at the poker table for the title of Team World Poker Cup champion 2010. - January 08, 2010 - The Free Poker Room
Global Sawlog Prices Jumped Almost 8% in the 3Q/09 Because of Improved Lumber Markets in the US and Europe, Reports the Wood Resource Quarterly
In the 3Q/09, the Global Sawlog Price Index (GSPI) had the highest quarter-to-quarter jump in the 15-year history of the Index, according to the Wood Resource Quarterly. The Index increased for the third straight quarter and reached just over US$73/m3. - January 08, 2010 - Wood Resources International LLC
Mixed Martial Arts Conditioning Association Launched to Answer the Call for a More Structured Strength and Conditioning Protocol for Fighters
The MMA Conditioning Association adds the science to the knockout and the tap out. - January 08, 2010 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Have a Greener New Year’s Resolution with Dry Greening's Reusable Dry Cleaning Bag
Dry Greening's reusable dry cleaning bags is a new green product that allows you to rid your closet of plastic bags forever. The bag’s innovative and adaptable design allows for easy transport of clothes to the cleaners, and once the clothes are clean, the tote transforms into a garment bag, eliminating the need for plastic waste. Each bag is made from 100 percent recycled materials and is available for purchase at www.drygreening.com. - January 08, 2010 - Dry Greening LLC
Smarthome Direct Distributes the Smart-Leaf Computer
Smarthome Direct entered into an agreement with Originatic LLC to distribute the Smart-Leaf at Smarthome.com. The Smart-Leaf is an all-in-one, wall-mountable computer with a fold-out keyboard and optional TV and touch screen. - January 08, 2010 - Originatic LLC