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.
Fun T-Shirts Announces Expanded Line of St. Patrick’s Day T-Shirts
FunT-Shirts.com expands its line of St. Patrick’s Day and Irish t-shirts to offer hundreds of designs for all ages. - February 26, 2009 - Fun T-shirts, Inc.
Activity Drop at World’s Largest Gem Fair Signals Steep Online Jewelry Discounts, But Less Selection
Sluggish activity at the world’s largest annual gem fair points to steep jewelry price discounts for the next year or more, particularly in handmade gemstone jewelry, according to a leading online jewelry site, http://www.TopDrawerChoice.com. - February 26, 2009 - Sommers & Assoc.
AAA LogoWear Gets a New Website
AAA LogoWear's website gets a new look thanks to internet marketer 4wordSystems. - February 26, 2009 - 4Word Systems
Carolina Parenting Inc. Accepts Nominations for Family-Friendly 50 Awards
North Carolina companies are encouraged to submit nominations for Carolina Parenting Inc.’s 11th annual awards program for family-friendly companies, which recognizes businesses of all sizes that help employees balance the demands of work and family life. Nominations are due April 1,... - February 26, 2009 - Carolina Parenting, Inc
Manor House Doors New Web Site Knocks Online Shopping Experience Up a Whole New Level
Manor House Doors, providers of the finest quality exterior wood doors available, has completed an extensive retooling of its web site to offer customers an elevated online shopping and educational experience, top-tier customer care features, and easy-to-navigate product information pages. After... - February 26, 2009 - Manor House Doors
From Earthy Origins to a Decadent Delivery, Truffles Are Growing on Gourmet Foodies and Farmers Alike
On March 5th through 8th, in Asheville, NC, the exquisite mushroom will bring together artists and chefs, farmers and sommeliers, musicians and dog-trainers for the First Annual National Truffle Fest (www.NationalTruffleFest.com). - February 25, 2009 - National Truffle Fest
iOffer.com Reports Growing Revenue and Traffic in January
Successful Start to 2009 Brings Higher Expectations and Goals. - February 25, 2009 - iOffer, Inc.
ShopParadiso.com, Price Comparison Shopping Search Engine Site for Malaysia and Singapore, to Provide Information on Latest Local Retail Store Deals, Vouchers & Promos
Mr. 'Subaru' Barry, CTO, ShopParadiso.com said, “Our online price comparison site, ShopParadiso.com has been witnessing phenomenal growth since we launched it a few months ago. To take our services to the next level we have started to provide information on product deals, promotions, sales, vouchers etc., offered by neighborhood local retail stores. This new service will ensure offline shoppers too, like online shoppers, would benefit from our site.” - February 25, 2009 - ShopParadiso
S.D. Professionals, LLC Brings Home Silver Addy Award Best Interactive Website
Graphic design and multimedia services company, S.D. Professionals, LLC based in Sevierville, TN gets national recognition after receiving the Silver Addy Award for best website/website html/interactive media. - February 24, 2009 - SD Professionals LLC
HARNN & THANN is Expanding in Canada
HARNN & THANN - Natural & Paraben Free Body Care, Skin Care and Aromatherapy Products - February 24, 2009 - Harnn & Thann
Animal Strange Publishing is Proud to Present: Ruffian Tedd "The Winter's Child"
Animal Strange publishing author Sean Lorigan's new book "Ruffian Tedd" is now available at Lulu.com. This is the story of a young girl who finds her world turned upside down just before her sixteenth birthday. She is forced to come to terms with government corruption, the power of global corporations, magic and vampires. - February 24, 2009 - animal strange publishing
Handi-Treads New Stair Nosings Provide Safe Footing and Reduce Slips & Falls
Handi-Ramp has expanded their Handi-Treads™ non-slip product line to include a non-skid stair nosing. The popularity of these non slip treads is driven by three factors: 1) They are very easy to install, 2) They work on virtually any surface including stairs, ramps, decks, walkways and bridges, and 3) They are much more effective and lower in cost than traditional non skid tape and non-slip paint products. - February 24, 2009 - Handi-Products, Inc.
Craig’s Warehouse Becomes a Retail Leader Against Drunk Driving
Arrive Alive announces that Craig’s Warehouse has become the leading retailer in California for the distribution of the Arrive Alive Alcohol Breathtester - February 24, 2009 - Arrive Alive
Floormall.com Now Offering BuildDirect.com Products to Customers
It is with great excitement that Floormall.com announces it will now be offering BuildDirect.com flooring products to customers in the residential and commercial markets. - February 23, 2009 - FloorMall.com
Edgy Comedy Series Safety Geeks: SVI Premieres April 22 on Koldcast.TV
Season one of a live-action, innovative 12 episode program that combines the familiar form and structure of investigative shows with the fresh anarchic free form of Adult Swim and Monty Python debuts on Koldcast.TV in April. - February 23, 2009 - Pith-e Productions
Clear Fusion Orthodontic Hybrid Retainers
Clear Fusion Orthodontic Appliances Ltd, Located on Long Island has introduced a new concept in Aesthetic Orthodontic Retention... Today’s patients, especially those completing clear aligner therapy, do not want Wires or the Hawley type retainer. The Invisible Retainer has been available for... - February 23, 2009 - Clear Fusion Orthodontic Appliances Ltd.
Kimbelina Announces Its Entrée Into the Wholesale Market - Offers Retailers Its Truly Unique Line of Inspirational Gifts
Discriminating retailers can now offer their customers an original line of heartfelt gifts celebrating life’s special moments. - February 23, 2009 - Kimbelina, LLC
Premier DMC - Cyprus Specialist Launches New Website
Premier Destination Management, a Cyprus specialist has just undergone a major website redesign, introducing new features and ensuring it remains a useful and resource to give its key clients, event organisers, a competitive edge. - February 23, 2009 - Premier Destination Management Ltd
ArdiBathrooms.com Has Increased Its Collection of Bathroom Vanities
The biggest collection of bathroom vanities on the web has become even bigger. - February 22, 2009 - Ardi Bathrooms
Recession-Proof Remodel: the Wine Room
NARI remodelers find homeowners requesting wine rooms so they can enjoy their favorite vintages at home. - February 22, 2009 - National Association of the Remodeling Industry
Recession Cafe Opens Its Doors for Discussion
From today, a new online destination for anyone affected by the current recession opens its doors for topical discussion on themes like redundancy, debt, house prices, economics, job hunting and other credit crunch related issues. - February 22, 2009 - Recession cafe
RNCOS New Report- Booming Retail Sector in India
RNCOS has recently added a new Market Research Report titled, "Booming Retail Sector in India" to its report gallery. The research report helps the client to analyze the opportunities and factors that will make the Indian retail industry a success. India is one of the most attractive... - February 22, 2009 - RNCOS
HostDomainZone.com Adds .IN to Domain Offerings
Hoping your Web site will become the next "in" thing on the Internet? HostDomainZone.com may be able to help. HostDomainZone.com is adding .IN to its long list of domain offerings. - February 22, 2009 - HostDomainZone.com
Home That Was the Set for the 13 Academy Award Nominated Benjamin Buttons, is Offered for Sale in Luxury Homes Magazine, the duPont REGISTRY
The ultimate movie prop and a chance to own and live in a piece of Hollywood History. - February 21, 2009 - duPont Publishing, Inc
Spence Diamonds in Mississauga Sells Whopping 7 Carat Diamond Solitaire
Despite challenging economic times, retailer proves large diamonds are still in demand. Recently, an impressive 7 carat, brilliant round diamond was sold at Spence Diamond in Mississauga. Specially ordered for a customer, the eye-catching stone was valued at several hundred thousand dollars. - February 21, 2009 - Spence Diamonds
3xLogic EMEA Launches Video Surveillance Education Center
Video surveillance manufacturer opens state-of-the-art education center in EMEA to train new generations of video surveillance industry personnel. - February 21, 2009 - 3xLOGIC
Store Opening Solutions Announces Strategic Deployment of Key Project Managers
Consistent with its ongoing strategy to provide cost-effective, quality services to the customer, company realigns and consolidates key project managers to form 10 operating regions. - February 21, 2009 - Store Opening Solutions LLC
RNCOS Releases a New Report - U.S. Convenience Stores Market Outlook to 2013
RNCOS has recently added a new Market Research Report titled, "U.S. Convenience Stores Market Outlook to 2013" to its report gallery. RNCOS has recently released its new research report, “U.S. Convenience Stores Market Outlook to 2013”. It is an exhaustive study on the... - February 21, 2009 - RNCOS
VisaCenter.ca Resumes Expedited Processing of Visa Applications to Russia
Russian visa applications may now be expedited for Canadians. - February 20, 2009 - RCTC Corporation
Internet Psychologist Graham Jones Says Social Networking Does Not Cause Cancer - Despite New Research Claims
Researchers suggest that social networking sites could harm our health. However, their findings are based on jumps in logic which are not matched by the data, says Internet Psychologist Graham Jones. - February 20, 2009 - Graham Jones
New Free Reverse Phone Directory Empowers Consumers Tired of Unwanted Calls
CallCatalog.com provides a free reverse phone directory and valuable information to assist consumers in identifying the source of their unwanted and harassing phone calls. - February 20, 2009 - CallCatalog.com
Ditto’s Award Winning Ecological Hanger to be Used in Adidas’ SLVR Concept Stores
Adidas has chosen the ecological hanger company, Ditto Hangers, to design and produce a unique and recyclable clothing hanger for their new SLVR sportswear label. Made of 100% recycled paper, the Ditto Ziggurat Paper Hanger is designed to compliment the SLVR Concept’s contemporary, modern and... - February 20, 2009 - GreenHeart Global
1staudiovisual Remains a Leader in Times of Economic Crisis
Taking advantage of what may not have been a robust holiday shopping season for all merchants, the sales at online retailer 1staudiovisual experienced a significant rise in the final three months of last year. - February 20, 2009 - 1staudiovisual Ltd.
OpticsPlanet Announces the New Addition of TZ Cases
Optics Leader Now Carries an Extended Line of TZ Case Products. - February 20, 2009 - OpticsPlanet
FDA Releases Names of Drugs Now Available as Money-Saving Generics
Each year, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approves scores of generic drugs that treat a wide variety of conditions and help consumers save money. In a February 2009 roundup of approved generics, the following were listed: Commercial Name Generic Name Purpose Risperdal Risperidone Treat... - February 20, 2009 - The Federation of American Consumers and Travelers (FACT)
New Surface Protection Products from Pro Tect Help Cut Cost on Busy Construction Sites
Two new value focused products introduced by Pro Tect Associates, Inc., America’s Surface Protection Center™. Pro Tect creates market leading choices and value in surface protection strategies for today’s lean running construction sites. - February 19, 2009 - Pro Tect Associates, Inc.
Stars Vacation on Mars in Zodiacts: Aries Adventure: Camp On Camping On
Zodiacts: Aries Adventure: Camp On Camping On by Donna McGarry introduces young readers to the concepts of astrology in a colorful, whimsical manner. Join Leo, his flamboyant sidekick Starrkitty, and their adventurous thrill seeking pal Andy Aries on a camp-out extravaganza. - February 19, 2009 - Zodiacts
Minnesota Siding Solutions is Announcing Their New Location and in House Solution Center Show Floor. Look for Their Sign Just Off Hwy 101 and Cty Rd 36 in Rogers, MN
Minnesota Siding Solutions is a full service general contractor that has taken the average services you would receive as a consumer to another level above and beyond what you would expect from your everyday contractor. The name definitely doesn't say it all. MSS started out as an installer for... - February 19, 2009 - Minnesota Siding Solutions
Liberty Tax Service Honors Presidential Surnames with Free Preparation for Presidents’ Day
Liberty Tax Service will provide free tax preparation to new customers with the same last name as a past US president, and offer 50% savings to new customers with the same last name of a US vice president. - February 19, 2009 - Liberty Tax Service of Lanham, MD
Kitchen Tune-Up Announces Advanced Home Improvement Professional Certification Program
Kitchen Tune-Up, the leading kitchen and bath remodeling franchise, announces the launch of an advanced home improvement and remodeling certification program for their franchise owners. The program is designed to ensure the highest level of professionalism and expertise in the minor home remodeling industry. - February 19, 2009 - Kitchen Tune-Up
Web Host Domainz’s Quick Shopping Cart Now Links with QuickBooks
This technology allows business owners to save valuable time and more effectively manage their Web store by synchronizing critical business data between their store and QuickBooks. - February 18, 2009 - Web Host Domainz
T-Ball University (www.tballu.com) Parent & Coach Skills Teaching Program Launched in Time for Tee Ball & Baseball Season
T-Ball University launches new web-based video training center for parents and new coaches of tee ball and youth baseball. The web site features video lessons, downloadable coaching forms, practice plans and lesson notes. A How to coach Tee BAll DVD is also available. - February 18, 2009 - T-Ball University
SmartData Technologies, Inc. Offers Online Consumers Niche Auction Websites
Consumers are demanding more online bargains to survive the present economic situation. - February 18, 2009 - SmartData Technologies, Inc.
ePestSolutions Offers Full Line of Insect Control Kits for Homeowners
ePestSolutions, provider of professional quality pest control products for homeowners and the general public, has expanded its product line to include a full range of insect-specific control kits to help homeowners take the guess work out of the pest control management process. ePestSolutions... - February 18, 2009 - epestsolutions
Lil Sweet Prince Joins Etsy to Offer Portable Print Files for Customers
Lil Sweet Prince, creators of one of a kind designer photo birth announcements and other personalized family keepsakes has introduced a new program that allows customers to keep their customized photo card design and print their photo cards at the vendor of their choice. Lil Sweet Prince Founder... - February 18, 2009 - Lil Sweet Prince
Job Postings Decline in All Industries; Education and Healthcare Jobs Fare the Best
Indeed.com releases Industry Trends to help job seekers and employers navigate the job market. - February 17, 2009 - Indeed Inc.
R2 Fish School Wins "Best in Show Award" at Global Pet Expo
The R2 Fish School receives the 1st place award at the Global Pet Expo 2009 New Product Showcase in the Aquatics category. - February 17, 2009 - R2 Solutions
'Content Unlocker' Online Advertising Technology Increases Monetization of Content Websites
Online advertising company IDz Media / InstantDollarz Inc. (http://www.instantdollarz.com) continues to effectively monetize online traffic for its partners through innovative and creative advertising methods. Its Content Unlocker API, debuted in July 2008, has proven to be a reliable and efficient method to generate revenue on content websites without negatively affecting the customer experience - useful for video and humor sites, social network applications, MMORPGs, forums, blogs and more. - February 17, 2009 - InstantDollarz Incorporated
Eco Motors of Palm Springs Moves Closer to the First Eco Dealership in the United States
This morning in Rancho Mirage, California, Auto Knight President and CEO, Jeff Rizzo announced a tentative agregreement that would procure a floor plan assistance program for the new EMC-3 Commuter Vehicle. The EMC-3 is the first vehicle manufactured in China to be imported into the United States. - February 16, 2009 - Auto Knight Inc.
daVinci Offers Innovative Assortment Planning Tool to Give Merchants "The Confidence to Buy Right"
daVinci®, the specialists in assortment planning, announced its innovative Personal Productivity (P2) edition for merchants to plan and buy the right assortments. - February 15, 2009 - daVinci