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.
The Internet is Turning Red
The English language has dominated the Internet since it began, and until recently has had very little competition for its number one position. With China now rising to become one of the fastest growing world powers, and experiencing the highest rate of Internet user growth ever seen, is this the decade we will see the Internet turn red? - April 25, 2009 - bab.la GmbH
Brand New, First Time in Print, Key Maps, Inc. Greater Waller County Wall Map
A complete overview map with street level detail of Waller County, Western Harris County, and Eastern Austin County. - April 25, 2009 - Key Maps, Inc.
Frostfire Launches Stink Free Socks
Frostfire's textile brand Copalife, the leading manufacturer of anti-fungal and anti-bacteria textiles today launches a range of stink free socks. - April 25, 2009 - Frostfire
An Evening of Wine and Jazz with Branford Marsalis at the Ridgefield Playhouse in Ridgefield Connecticut
Music lovers have been introduced to Saxophonist Branford Marsalis anywhere from the stages of the world’s greatest clubs and concert halls to seeing him jam on stage at a Grateful Dead concert. Now, no matter where you saw him- you can see him again at The Ridgefield Playhouse as he and his... - April 24, 2009 - Ridgefield Playhouse
What's New in Kids' Footwear? - My Kids Feet
What's new in the kids' shoe business? My Kids Feet is the new children's footwear retailer that is promising to take specialty footwear retailing to the next level. - April 24, 2009 - Stride Rite of Toledo
Twenty3Fifty9 Releases “The Count, Act I, The Soul of a Prisoner”
Twenty3fifty9 releases their long awaited debut album, “The Count, Act I, The Soul of a Prisoner,” the first part of a melodic symphonic metal retelling of the Alexandre Dumas masterpiece, "The Count of Monte Cristo." - April 24, 2009 - Twenty3Fifty9 Records
Monster Trucks Introduce Christian Values in New Children's Book
Faithful Crushers Series: Loving Others by Kasey M. Carter introduces Christian values into the wonderful sport of monster truck racing. What better way to reach this huge fan base about God than to use monster trucks to tell of God’s love and teach important lessons by using God’s Word as a reference. - April 24, 2009 - Tate Publishing & Enterprises
Store Supply Warehouse: Incorporating Green Practices in Retail
By making small changes such as recycling, switching out light bulbs and switching to eco friendly bags, retail stores can improve their environmental footprint. - April 24, 2009 - Store Supply Warehouse
Popular Women’s Website OneGoodie Launches One-day Test – Uses Only Twitter, Facebook and Bloggers to Measure Power of Social Media
Two work-at-home moms with one big idea: Quickly and efficiently increase exposure for their boutique website strictly through online word-of-mouth - April 24, 2009 - Today'sGoodie LLC
New Portal for Online Courses
A successful portal for online courses about manifesting from Germany now also enters the English speaking market. Marketing Nastasi is proud to introduce their new English portal for online courses with different topics like love, money, health and more. - April 24, 2009 - Marketing Nastasi
Lavendon Access Services Takes RoSPA Silver
Lavendon Access Services has been awarded a Royal Society for the Protection of Accidents (RoSPA) Silver Award in recognition of its consistently high standards of Health & Safety at work. The RoSPA Silver Award provides a means of recognising and celebrating occupational health & safety... - April 24, 2009 - Lavendon Access Services
M&A Activity Good News for Direct Sellers
Strategic acquisitions of catalogue and online brands suggests a rebound is at hand, according to Catalogue e-business magazine. - April 24, 2009 - Catalogue/e-business
Geo Expo in San Diego April 23-25
The 4th annual Geodomain Expo will be held in San Diego at the Catamaran Resort & Spa in San Diego, April 23-25. The web sites owned by the members of Associated Cities attending the conference serve local and travel information to over 20 million unique users per month and generate over $1 Billion in hotel booking annually. - April 23, 2009 - sandiego.com, Inc.
Raymond Vineyards Joins the Fight to End Childhood Hunger in America
Raymond Vineyards has joined Share our Strength® in their fight to end childhood hunger in America by pairing with over 20 of the finest San Francisco chefs and restaurants for the Taste Event. - April 23, 2009 - Raymond Vineyards
SUNOPTICS - High Performance Prismatic Daylighting Solutions - Energy Efficiency from the Sun for a Fraction of the Cost of Solar
Sunoptics, the inventor of the plastic prismatic skylight and leader in high performance prismatic daylighting solutions since 1978, is pleased to announce their latest innovation, the Sunoptics LightCube(TM). - April 23, 2009 - SUNOPTICS High Performance Prismatic Daylighting
On Mother's Day, Give Mom a Gift She Will Appreciate for Days and Months to Come
Mom can enjoy the newfound peace and harmony with GNS’s new automated Shower Timer. No longer will Mom need to be on shower patrol. Gone is the extended showering and replaced with orderly shower times and big savings in water and heating bills. Its unique design gives the bathers the best of both worlds, a full-flow of water followed by a restricted-flow. The Shower Manager offers a sensible solution to an age-old problem. - April 23, 2009 - Global Network Solutions, LLC
Newly Redesigned SA-Venues.com Site Launched with Thousands of Pages of Resources for Travelers to South Africa and Those Attending the FIFA 2010 World Cup
South Africa is a favorite destination for Travellers looking for a completely different experience -- from families who want to see elephants in their natural habitat, to adventurous bird watchers, to globetrotting sports enthusiasts. - April 23, 2009 - SA-Venues.com
Connecticut Better Business Bureau Offers Advice to Avoid Being Jilted at the Altar by Wedding Vendors
Wedding insurance becoming more popular to ensure worry-free walk down the aisle. - April 23, 2009 - Better Business Bureau CT
Bless with a Basket Provides Gifts of the Heart and Unique Blessing Ideas for Newborns
The blessings a newborn baby brings to any family or individual are in many ways the most unique and rewarding parts of life you can experience, and now San Jose-based Bless With A Basket provides just as unique a way to honor their arrival. Bless With A Basket offers a line of one of the most... - April 23, 2009 - Bless With a Basket
SmartKnitKIDS® to Donate Portion of Proceeds in Support of Autism Awareness Month
Knit-Rite, Inc., manufacturer of SmartKnitKIDS® Seamless Sensitivity Socks, in support of Autism Awareness Month, will be donating a portion of SmartKnitKIDS proceeds for the month of April. SmartKnitKIDS, patented seamless sensitivity socks, have been widely accepted by children, parents, and... - April 23, 2009 - Knit-Rite, Inc.
Have a Sexy Spring & Summer with Lover's Lane
Lover’s Lane carries both missy and plus sizes, shoes up to a size 14, and all-new vegan friendly products. - April 23, 2009 - Lover's Lane & Co.
Factory Direct Drapes™, a Custom Drapery and Curtain Manufacturer, Will be Planting Trees for Earth Day 2009 to Help Put an End to Global Warming
With the help of the Arbor Foundation, Factory Direct Drapes™ will support Green initiatives by planting a tree in American National Forests for every order over $200 between Earth Day and April 29. - April 22, 2009 - Factory Direct Drapes
Tripbase Secures $2 Million in Series A Financing
Cash injection for the award-winning travel website offering personalized vacation ideas and recommendations. - April 22, 2009 - Tripbase.com
New Study Details Impact of Economic Crisis on College Enrollment: Report Drives Colleges to Ramp Up Services
Over 70% of incoming college freshmen and their families are considering BIG changes in their college plans due to the current economic climate. This new study, which includes regional breakouts, puts hard figures to what has been speculation on the part of colleges, students and government officials over the past few months. - April 22, 2009 - Longmire & Co., Inc.
Eden Spine Granted US Patent on the WellDisc™ Lumbar Disc Prosthesis
Eden Spine (www.EdenSpine.com), a technology driven spinal organization, announced today that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has granted a Patent for its new generation Total Disc Prosthesis, the WellDisc™. “The WellDisc™ is a step forward in the treatment... - April 22, 2009 - Eden Spine, LLC
Parkwoods Cleaners Invites Green Cleaning for Earth Day
Parkwoods Cleaners of Stockton, the only California dry cleaner using Solvair, welcomes dirty clothes needing environmentally friendly cleaning. - April 22, 2009 - Solvair Cleaning System
Clean-Rite Cleaners Welcomes Spring Cleaning for Earth Day
In honor of Earth Day, Clean-Rite Cleaners of New Jersey invites you to bring in your clothes for eco-friendly cleaning. - April 22, 2009 - Solvair Cleaning System
Lake City Cleaners Invites Eco-Friendly Spring Cleaning for Earth Day
Evanston-based Lake City Cleaners welcomes dirty clothes for green cleaning in honor of Earth Day. - April 22, 2009 - Solvair Cleaning System
My Plate-Mate: Helping with Independent Eating While Celebrating Earth Day Everyday
HATCH produces My Plate-Mate, a product that helps toddlers, the elderly, and those with special needs to gain independence at meal time. This conscientious company also took steps to make sure their packaging was earth friendly as well. - April 22, 2009 - HATCH
Wholesale Diamonds & Diamond Rings Now Being Sold by San Diego Jewelry Buyers
San Diego Jewelry Buyers has announced that it is now offering fine quality diamonds and diamond engagement rings at wholesale prices to San Diego shoppers. - April 22, 2009 - San Diego Jewelry Buyers
GumDrop Media Announces the Launch of GoodBuyNow.com
GumDrop Media, A leading internet media company announces the launch of GoodBuyNow.com. GoodBuyNow.com is a shopping and bargain discovery search engine. - April 22, 2009 - Goodbuynow.com
Online Organic and Eco Friendly Store Announces New Hemp Clothing Division
Yes It’s Organic, an online store, features only organic and eco friendly products. Adding hemp, a renewable and sustainable crop that is naturally pest-resistant, has antibacterial properties, blocks the sun’s harmful UV rays, and produces luxuriously soft, but durable clothing, was an obvious natural fit. - April 22, 2009 - Yes It's Organic
Carson Toyota Helps Southern California Residents Get Their Perfect Car with the Toyota Certified Used Vehicle Program
Carson Toyota has the largest inventory of Certified Used Toyotas in the Western United States. - April 21, 2009 - carson toyota
ArdiBathrooms.com Improves Its Customer Service
Ardi Bathrooms improves its services to make their customers’ shopping experience the most informative and memorable. - April 21, 2009 - Ardi Bathrooms
EV-Charge America Launches the First Ever Casino / Resort Electric Vehicle Charging Station System in the World
EV-Charge America, a Las Vegas based electric vehicle charging station infrastructure high-tech, start-up company, launched the first ever Casino / Resort electric vehicle charging station system in the world on Monday, April 20, 2009 at 10:00 AM in the Valet Parking area of the prestigious Rampart Casino and Resort in Las Vegas, NV. - April 21, 2009 - EV-Charge America
Label Manufacturer Offers New Magnetic Material
One of the largest suppliers of blank labels online, OnlineLabels.com, has witnessed continued growth of its non-adhesive line of materials, due to high demand from customers and outside prospects. The company's magnetic material, recently released, is among the newest materials to assist with promotional purposes, organization, filing systems, warehouse management and much more. - April 21, 2009 - Online Labels, Inc.
Big Feet Pajama Co. Selected for Seventh Annual TV Land Awards Celebrity Gift Lounge
Big Feet Pajama Co., a leading manufacturer of footed sleepwear for adults, today announced their participation in the seventh annual TV Land Awards celebrity gift lounge. The company’s one-piece footie sleepwear was presented to a multitude of honored nominees and guests, including: Charlie... - April 21, 2009 - Big Feet Pajama Co
Nu Yale Cleaners Invites Eco-Friendly Spring Cleaning for Earth Day
Nu Yale invites consumers to try the most effective environmentally friendly garment care technology on the planet. - April 21, 2009 - Solvair Cleaning System
GreenBambooProducts.com Chooses Earth Day to Launch Online Store
To celebrate the launch of GreenBambooProducts.com, owners Geoff and Vicky Wells are offering an Earth Day discount for all purchases made between Earth Day, April 22, 2009 and April 30, 2009. - April 20, 2009 - AccountCache Div of DataIsland Software LLC
Janlynn’s Partners with DYO Toys Unleashing Sports Activity Kits
Janlynn Corporation and Design Your Own™ Toys announced today their newly formed partnership. Janlynn has licensed all assets of DYO and will manufacture, sell, and distribute DYO products world-wide. DYO’s creative team will continue to develop innovative children’s activity... - April 19, 2009 - ValuCrafts
Escape to Africa with JourneyKenya.com Offering Travelers a Saving of 15% Off Their Safari and Beach Holiday
JourneyKenya.com has created the Escape to Africa holiday page for travelers to move-it-move it with Alex, Marty, Gloria and Melman in the breathtaking savannah of Kenya. They will also enjoy a 15% discount when they book the Escape 2 Africa tour or the Moto Moto tour. - April 18, 2009 - Journey Kenya
Orange County Dealership Introduces Its Executive Demo CPO Program: Irvine BMW is Offering More Than 40 Former Executive-Demo BMW Vehicles to Choose from
Irvine BMW announces the introduction of its Executive Demo Certified Pre-Owned Program. Currently, the dealership has more than 40 high-quality, low-mileage 2008 and 2009 BMW models in stock. “These are lightly-driven, well-maintained former executive cars that are in great... - April 18, 2009 - Irvine BMW
Credit Problems? Carson Toyota Can Help! Dealership Specializes in Helping Customers with Credit Problems
Carson Toyota is inviting all Southern California residents to take advantage of its experienced Finance Department to obtain the best financing plan for a new or pre-owned Toyota. “Even if your credit is less than perfect, we will work with you,” said Carson Toyota Finance Director... - April 18, 2009 - carson toyota
Trailer Superstore Named #1 Car Mate Trailer Dealer for 2008
All Pro Trailer Superstore, Central Pennsylvania's Number One Trailer Dealer was recently honored by Car Mate Trailers, Inc. as its Top Dealer for 2008. - April 18, 2009 - All Pro Trailer Superstore
DressRegistry.com Launches on-Line Magazine; Expands Content with Articles on Preparing for Big Nights Out
DressRegistry.com, a new website where women can register the dress they will be wearing to a particular event to avoid the drama of another wearing the exact same dress, is expanding their site to include a new on-line magazine. The magazine will feature original content on topics related to... - April 18, 2009 - DressRegistry.com
Connecticut Better Business Bureau Says Keep Your Cool When Dealing with Customer Service Agents
The correct attitude can make the difference between success and frustration when you have a problem - April 18, 2009 - Better Business Bureau CT
Vietnam Travel Guide Announces Vietnam's Finest Hotels 2009
Vietnam Travel.org, a comprehensive travel guide to the emerging South East Asian travel destination, today announced the result of its extensive survey of 16,000 Vietnam hotel reviews, and after careful analysis are pleased to present awards to Vietnam's Finest Hotels . - April 17, 2009 - Vietnam Travel
New Way for Kids & Families to Help Planet - Plant Trees in Coconut Husks
Helping to reduce global warming and learning about sustainability just got quick and easy with the PlantBest Healthy Planet Tree Planting Kit™ – a new product that uses coconut husks for planting tree seeds. Planting a tree is an important step in helping to reduce global warming. What the tree seed is planted in is important too. Hyper-renewable coir (pronounced “koi’er”) - the spent rind of coconuts - is a sustainable alternative planting medium to peat moss. http://www.plantbest.com. - April 17, 2009 - PlantBest Inc.
Gabe Reed Promoted KISS Concert in Santiago, Chile on April 3, 2009 is a Smashing Sold Out Success
Gabe Reed and Jorge Villalobos successfully promote the sold out April 3, 2009 concert in Santiago, Chile to open the KISS South American stadium tour and close the Chilean Pepsi fest. Gabe Reed commented that "the show was a wildly successful night in KISStory. Not only was it a sold out... - April 17, 2009 - Gabe Reed Productions
Stride Rite of Toledo Launches New Website
Stride Rite of Toledo is proud to announce the launch of its new e-commerce website, now featuring toddler shoes from Stride Rite, Robeez and Saucony Kids shoes. - April 17, 2009 - Stride Rite of Toledo