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.

New Smart Mobile Service Assists in Reporting Lost Credit Cards

With the public introduction of a new top level domain (TLD) in the past week going under the name .tel the internet and the mobile web have evolved into a new era. By allowing sending and retrieval of data much faster, and more direct way by storing website information directly into the DNS, in... - April 12, 2009 - Cancel Dot Tel

The We-Vibe Comes to Lover's Lane

Made from a medical-grade silicone, the We-Vibe is hypoallergenic, vegan friendly, soft, flexible, and incredibly comfortable. - April 12, 2009 - Lover's Lane & Co.

Regression, Love and Passivity-New DVD Set from Bestselling Author, John Lee

Passivity is one of the most overlooked, secretive and misdiagnosed issues in psychology today. This video teaches viewers how to come out of emotional regression and passivity and be passionate about their lives so they can discover how to love in an active, mature and emotionally satisfying way. - April 11, 2009 - John Lee Books and Seminars

Adrenaline Speeds Up the 3G and Edge Mobile Networks for Windows Mobile 6

Adrenaline speeds up your web for your mobile device while offering encryption and compression. - April 11, 2009 - Network Intercept

Metro Centre Puts a Little Spring in the Local Economy with Five New Shops, Special Promotions and the Peoria Farmers Market

Iconic shopping centre bucks economy, thrives in Spring 2009 - April 11, 2009 - Metro Centre

Power-Up Energy Reveals New Buzz Bite® Chocolate and Mint Chocolate Energy Chew 2ct. Convenience Packs at NAMA Spring Expo, April 16-17, 2009

Power-Up Energy is launching new packaging for Buzz Bites for the snack vending industry to allow snack vendors to sell an energy product at the most popular vending price point of $1.00. Buzz Bites Chocolate and Mint Chocolate Energy Chews are the number 1 energy chew on the market and have the same energy equivalent of a 5 hour energy shot, 25% more caffeine than the popular Red Energy Drink. - April 10, 2009 - Power-Up Energy

Jobtrio.com Partners with Internet Marketing Inc. to Provide Greater Exposure to Contractors

The construction contractor directory website Jobtrio.com has retained the search engine optimization firm Internet Marketing Inc. to help increase the exposure offered to California contractors. Search engine optimization (SEO) is a process through which the quality and volume of organic, or... - April 10, 2009 - jobtrio.com LLC

Oral Storytelling Moves Into the 21st Century on The Art of Storytelling Show, Now Entering Its Third Year of Podcasting

The Art of Storytelling Show successfully fuels the rebirth of the storytelling community in a new technological format. The podcast has created a format where anyone can learn the ancient art of storytelling. - April 10, 2009 - Brother Wolf Storytelling

Costumeuniverse.com: New Owners & New Look

www.costumeuniverse.com is excited to announce its new look and new owner, Prad Unlimited LLC. Acquired in late 2007, costumeuniverse.com is committed to become one of the online costume leaders with a great selection of costumes catering to theater companies, holidays and events. - April 10, 2009 - Prad Unlimited dba costumeuniverse.com

How to Save Fuel (How2SaveFuel.Com) Hydrogen Hybrid Conversion Systems Decrease Smog, Save Fuel and Increase Horsepower

How 2 Save Fuel (How2SaveFuel.Com), a Northridge, California based company is steadily approaching converting vehicles to hydrogen in a new and different way. What they are doing is revolutionary, a giant step in the right direction, the most professional hydrogen hybrid solution available and an answer which is affordable and available now. - April 10, 2009 - How2SaveFuel.Com

Anne Garber Denounces Big Communications Companies for Freebies-with-a-Catch

Consumers warned to use caution when accepting these "free" deals, or be prepared to deal with negative consequences. - April 10, 2009 - evalu8.org Media Inc.

DAVACO’S Merchandising Team Executes a Brand's Strategy at Store Level. Company Provides Visual Merchandising Expertise for Soft-Line Manufacturers.

DAVACO, Inc., the national leading provider of retail services, recently announced that the company’s brand development division continues to offer full-service and supplemental merchandise coordinator programs for national soft-line brands. - April 10, 2009 - DAVACO, Inc.

SixPack App for iPhone Pumps Up Fitness Buffs

SixPack App, a new fitness application for iPhone, includes an illustrated collection of more than 100 exercises that have been categorized by muscle type. Each entry includes a "SixPack" of detailed information. The application also contains a handy collection of eight pre-configured workout routines. - April 09, 2009 - Pocket Cocktails Inc.

Business Expo Meets Social Network

Weebiz.com Opens for Pre-Registrations. The Most Influential Company on Weebiz.com Will Win 1.000.000€. Weemagine, a Portuguese Web 2.0 startup, is launching Weebiz.com (its first product). Weebiz is just like a business expo but with the utilities of a social network, where companies from... - April 09, 2009 - Weemagine, Lda

Online Baby Store Thrives Despite Economy

Online baby store shows that you can have success even in these challenging times. Experiencing a record year and numerous awards, My Miracle Baby has record year of business growth. - April 09, 2009 - My Miracle Baby

TierOne Networks Completes Sale/Leaseback Transaction with Subcarrier Communications for Forney, Texas Property

TierOne Networks, a Dallas-based Wireless Internet Service Provider (WISP) and Subcarrier Communications, Inc., one of the nation’s largest owners/managers of telecommunications sites and services, today completed a Sale/Leaseback transaction pursuant to their existing joint venture agreement. - April 08, 2009 - TierOne Converged Networks, Inc.

TierOne Networks Acquires Cool Access of Mesquite, TX

TierOne Networks a leading provider of carrier-grade wireless and broadband products and services announced today that the company has completed the acquisition of Cool Access, LLC of Mesquite, Texas. The $2,000,000 purchase is the second in a rapid series of transactions scheduled to close in 2008. - April 08, 2009 - TierOne Converged Networks, Inc.

Nationwide FCC License Granted to TierOne Networks for 3.6 GHz Spectrum

TierOne Networks today announced it had been granted a nationwide FCC license to operate in the 3.6 GHz spectrum. TierOne is one of a handful of companies holding a 3.6 GHz license thereby creating “first mover” advantage. “This represents an enormous opportunity for TierOne to... - April 08, 2009 - TierOne Converged Networks, Inc.

TierOne Networks Signs 6th Acquisition Agreement Adding 1,700+ New Subscribers

"Our roll-up strategy is gaining momentum as we reach critical mass in the DFW market. The few remaining WISPs will now have to compete with TierOne Networks as the market share leader and all the advantages which come with scale, said Kevin Weaver, President and CEO. As the fixed wireless space begins to rapidly consolidate, TierOne Networks is leading this first wave of industry consolidation and in 2009 TierOne will become a regional player.” - April 08, 2009 - TierOne Converged Networks, Inc.

Beautorium Celebrates Entrepreneurial Exclusive in Natural and Organic Skincare

Beautorium, the online natural and organic beauty emporium, is pleased to announce an entrepreneurial exclusive in natural skincare: Dr. Mah Hussein Gambles, founder of Saaf Skincare, has just been named one of the UK’s Top 100 female entrepreneurs. - April 08, 2009 - Beautorium

Trade Price Conservatories Expand Into Europe

Trade Price Conservatories would like to announce their expansion into the European Union. The Dorset based company who traditionally supply DIY conservatories, windows and doors to clients throughout the UK have started accepting orders from countries around Europe including France, Italy and... - April 08, 2009 - Trade Price Conservatories

Natural Balance Pet Foods and Paula Abdul Team Up to Support Guide Dogs at Ceremony

Paula Abdul hosted a Guide Dog Graduation Ceremony at the Guide Dogs of the Desert facility in Palm Springs, California on Sunday, April 5th at 2 p.m. At the ceremony, seven U.S.Veterans received their guide dogs after having completed a training course. Paula, along with Natural Balance Pet... - April 08, 2009 - Natural Balance

Funky Chic Launches Fashion eTail Store Aimed at Women & Teens

FunkyChic.com is the brainchild of Co-Founders Linda Berg-Gantzel and Kelly Gustafson was developed a website that offers unique and affordable branded clothing and accessories for women and teens. - April 08, 2009 - FunkyChic.com

Store Supply Warehouse Unveils Independent Retailer Blog and Forum

Store Supply Warehouse recently announced their new resource for independent retailers: the Store Supply Warehouse Blog and Forum. The new blog can be found at www.storesupplyblog.com. - April 08, 2009 - Store Supply Warehouse

Jumpstart Your Online Business with the Search Monster’s Recommendations

The Search Monster’s focus is on recommending affordable, dedicated programmes for those who are new to internet marketing and are truly committed to finding the information and the resources they need to start a successful business on the internet. - April 07, 2009 - thesearchmonster

Buff N’Shine’s President Earns International Certification in Floor Care

Joe Gradwohl, president of Buff N’Shine Professional Textile and Floor Care, located in Lansing’s Old Town neighborhood was recently recertified by the Institute for Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC). This IICRC certification means that Mr. Gradwohl has proven... - April 07, 2009 - Buff N'Shine

Former Military Secret to Help Keep Hands Germ-Free

A former military secret will soon be helping hygiene-conscious individuals keep their hands free of infection for 24 hours at a time. - April 07, 2009 - Cranmart Ltd

Auto Insurance Quotes for Existing Vehicles Still Strong Says E-INSURE Services

According to CEO, David Thompson of E-Insure Services, site traffic for auto insurance quotes have remained on track, but there has been a notable shift in the approach of an auto insurance quote shopper. Many insurance shoppers are simply looking to switch auto insurance companies to get a lower rate and thus save a few extra dollars. - April 06, 2009 - E-INSURE Services, Inc.

YapStone Announces New Senior Account Executive

YapStone, Inc., through its RentPayment™ and VacationRentPayment™ divisions, is the Country’s largest payment processor to the property market, focusing primarily on apartments, student housing, homeowner associations and other property-related markets. - April 06, 2009 - Yapstone, Inc.

Woodshred.com Announces New CNC Shark Articles

On-line destination for woodworking information, advice, tips and tricks Woodshred.com announces a new series of articles for users of the Next Wave Automation CNC Shark and CNC Shark Pro automatic routing systems. - April 06, 2009 - Woodshred.com

Fa Introduces ‘Fa Men Xtreme’

Fa introduces fa men xtreme. Launches 3 variants - Speedster, Energy Zone and Cool Wave. - April 06, 2009 - Henkel India Ltd

ForRent.com® Uses Social Media to Help Launch “Ready2Move?” Nationwide Video Contest

Video contest and Facebook application launched April 1 - April 06, 2009 - For Rent Media Solutions

GetTeamGear.com Re-Launches Web Site with New Products

Avid sports fans find new features added to web site that offer a better user experience. - April 06, 2009 - Get Team Gear

Datastorm Technologies Transforms Customer Feedback Into Valuable Upgrades

As economic conditions leave consumers searching for ways to save time and money, Datastorm Technologies has implemented a wide range of significant product upgrades and service enhancements. These improvements include upgrades for businesses looking to stretch their ecommerce dollars and individuals in need of additional disk space within their hosting accounts. - April 06, 2009 - Datastorm Technologies

Help for Those Facing a Senior Health Care Crisis

Finally, the most complete website for all facets of finding senior care launches. - April 05, 2009 - GeriCareFinder, Inc.

Tempero Wins Three Retail Social Media Campaigns; Topshop, asos and umbro

Tempero, Europe’s largest Social Media Management Company, has been selected by three retailers; Topshop, asos.com and Umbro, to provide online moderation and community management services. Tempero’s role will vary from moderating after-hours community activity on Topshop and asos.com... - April 05, 2009 - Tempero

Connecticut Better Business Bureau Warns Consumers About Product Information Blogs

Bloggers sometimes anonymous and mislead consumers - April 05, 2009 - Better Business Bureau CT

DCIA Announces P2P MEDIA SUMMIT LA Agenda

4th Annual Event Will Focus on P2P Usage Data, Analytical Tools, Relevant Trends, and Future Opportunities – Pre-Registration Ends April 27th. - April 04, 2009 - Distributed Computing Industry Association

DAVACO Highlights Satisfaction Guarantee. Retail Services Company Assures Quality Execution of High-Volume Programs.

DAVACO, Inc., the national leading provider of retail services, announced today that the company continues to extend a 100 percent satisfaction guarantee to its retail and restaurant clients on all work performed by DAVACO. - April 04, 2009 - DAVACO, Inc.

Michigan Based LookInTheAttic Makes Michigan50 List

LookInTheAttic & Company Honored as One of the 2009 “Michigan 50 Companies to Watch.” LookInTheAttic & Company has been recognized as one of the 2009 “Michigan 50 Companies to Watch,” an awards program sponsored by the Edward Lowe Foundation and presented by... - April 04, 2009 - LookInTheAttic & Company, Inc.

Mack’s® Earplugs Are #1 Doctor-Recommended Brand According to New Research

Mack’s® tops list in all categories. - April 04, 2009 - McKeon Products

Eye Care Associates Introduces Carolina Blue Ray-Ban Wayfarers

Dr. Stephen Bolick, founder & CEO of Eye Care Associates, a locally owned and operated multi-site optometric practice, has announced that the classic sunglass look of Ray-Ban Wayfarer is now available in “Carolina Blue” - a first of its kind. The sunglasses are available exclusively... - April 04, 2009 - Eye Care Associates

OrientalPearls.net Started Easter Sales for Both Loose Pearls and Finished Pearl Jewelry with a Special Link for Their Patrons

www.OrientalPearls.net has just started their Easter Sales for both loose pearls and finished pearl jewelry with a special link to their patrons. - April 04, 2009 - orientalpearls.net

James Beard Foundation Recognized Chef Marco Porceddu Launches iEats iPhone Application on iTunes

iEats is the new iPhone application available exclusively on iTunes for $5.99. iEats: Appetizers is the first in the series. Easy to make innovative recipes, extraordinary plating techniques and wine pairings by James Beard Foundation recognized Chef Marco Porceddu. Well-known Las Vegas chef and... - April 03, 2009 - Clearpoint Restaurant Solutions LLC

WebORB for Java Now Supports Sun GlassFish Enterprise Server

Midnight Coders announces WebORB support for Sun GlassFish(TM) Enterprise Server - a winning combination for building Java(TM) software-based Rich Internet Applications (RIA). WebORB for Java is the RIA industry’s most robust integration and runtime (presentation) server and Sun GlassFish... - April 03, 2009 - Midnight Coders, Inc.