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.
Halloween Costume Shopping: Online or In-store?
But what are the benefits and drawbacks to shopping online and in-store? Bob Schank, Chief Operating Officer of Halloween Adventure, a costume retailer with more than 100 "brick & mortar" costume stores spanning the country and an online e-Commerce costume and accessory superstore, let consumers in the know on Thursday. - September 30, 2008 - HalloweenAdventure.com
Prive' Designer Sales Presents Fall '08 NYC Sample Sale
Prive' Designer Sales presents their Fall '08 designer sample sale in New York from Oct. 1 - Oct. 5, 2008. - September 30, 2008 - PRIVÉ Designer Sales
Loss Prevention
A 2006 National Retail Security Survey reported that retail businesses were suffering an average shrinkage -the percentage of products lost between the manufacturer and the final point of sales - of 1.57%. That may not seem like a lot, but when you consider that this same survey in 2001 reported that retailers had lost $31 billion to shrinkage, it is clearly no trivial matter. - September 29, 2008 - Picore Worldwide
Southern Imperial Introduces New Security Tethers to Prevent Product Theft
Retractable tethers allow products to be used and tested while securing to retail fixtures. - September 28, 2008 - Southern Imperial
Southern Imperial Expands Its Visi-Bin Merchandising Storage Bins
New clear display bins offer storage flexibility with Crossbar and Fastrack Display Systems. - September 28, 2008 - Southern Imperial
See the New 2009 E320 Bluetec at Mercedes-Benz of Long Beach
A Clean Diesel with All the Power. - September 27, 2008 - Mercedes-Benz of Long Beach
See the 2008 BMW 135i at Shelly BMW
The 135i Makes Its Mark as a Top Luxury Vehicle in 2008. - September 27, 2008 - Shelly BMW
RNCOS Releases a 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 report helps the client to analyze the opportunities and factors that will make the Indian retail industry a success. - September 27, 2008 - RNCOS
Moda Hair Design and Spa Grand Opening, New High Fashion Salon and Spa Dedicated to South Florida’s Upscale Latin Clientele
“Fashion is not a uniform” Stylist Elizabeth Buitrago creates a profile that adapts to each client’s preferences, style and personality. Moda Hair Design and Spa, - the ultimate destination for South Florida’s upscale Latin Clientele will kick off its Grand Opening Saturday... - September 26, 2008 - Moda Hair Design & Spa
Rome Sweet Home Fall Promotion 2008
Beat the back to work blues with Rome Sweet Home. - September 26, 2008 - Rome Sweet Home
Retailnet Group, LLC Announces Its On-Demand "Digital Store Tours" Service
Retailnet Group, LLC has announced its on-demand digital store tour that will provide its clients with over 500 store galleries from across 400 different retailers and 15 markets. This on-demand service enables its clients to be able to tour stores from around the world without leaving home. - September 26, 2008 - Retailnet Group LLC
Spa Care Made Easier with Launch of New SpaGuard® Web Sites
SpaGuard.com and SpaGuard.ca are valuable resources for spa care and maintenance tips. - September 26, 2008 - SpaGuard
Tori Hartman, Fashion Book Author and Color Expert of the 90s, Where is She Now?
Tori Hartman, color expert and author of the style book, Fabulous You! Unlock your Perfect Personal Style, reveals her transition from fashion guru to Hollywood psychic and announces her new line of spiritual accessories. - September 26, 2008 - Tori Hartman, Inc.
Groves Park Commons, a Traditional Neighborhood Development, Receives the Outstanding Planning Award for a Green Development
The Outstanding Planning Award for a Green Development is the first green award presented by TAPA. The judging panel selected Barge Waggoner Sumner & Cannon as the recipient because, “The Groves Park Commons plan is a leader in green initiatives in Traditional Neighborhood Developments.” - September 25, 2008 - Groves Park Commons
Communications Technology Int'l Inc. Releases "Mini" and "Mini+" Wireless Voting Devices for Audience Participation
Communications Technology International Incorporated (ComTec) has today announced general availability of Fleetwood Reply Mini and Mini+ keypads. Housed in miniature packaging, yet not lacking in functionality, Reply Mini's possess the strength and reliably of regularly sized Fleetwood Reply... - September 25, 2008 - Communications Technology Int'l Inc.
New Book Shows Black Heroes But is Progress Really Made
James Gerdeman asks readers if blacks have made strides with Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action and years of trying. Society has seen change from slave to presidential candidate but has progress been made? The veneer of the story highlights black heroes. Heroes forge the highs and lows with Print-on-Demand Availability of White on Black Veneer at Lulu.com. - September 25, 2008 - JDGerdeman
Photographer/Musician Ananda Moorman and Professional Skateboarders Danny Way and Bob Burnquist's Band - Escalera - is on Tour Now
Photographer and musician Ananda Moorman, and Professional Skateboarders Danny Way and Bob Burnquist's Band Escalera is on Tour Now in Southern and Northern California - performing songs from self titled Album Escalera - now available on i-tunes. See escaleramusic.com Dannyway.com or A-nanda.com for more info. - September 25, 2008 - Ananda Photography
Mojave Drives 2008 Election Buzz with "Sport Your Support" Campaign for CafePress
People across the political spectrum are passionate about their beliefs, and the 2008 presidential race has driven that opinionated audience to the Internet. Mojave Interactive (http://www.mojaveinteractive.com), an agency that works with leading brands, has helped online customized merchandiser... - September 25, 2008 - Mojave Interactive
GreetQ.com Announces Collaboration with Ecolibris
GreetQ Card Company, an online greeting card retailer, has announced a collaboration with Ecolibris, an online environmentally-focused company also based in Seattle. Ecolibris allows it’s customers to offset their book purchases by planting trees. Readers can visit the Ecolibris website and... - September 25, 2008 - Modern Paper Goods
Collar Card™ - World’s First Credit Card-Sized Collar Stay Holder - Now Available Private Branded
Collar Cards, the world's first card containing four "pop-out" collar stays, are now available private labeled for any upscale men's clothing store, dry cleaner, hotel, or business with a sophisticated clientele. Useful and innovative, private-branded Collar Cards get any company's logo and name into their clients' and prospects' wallets. - September 25, 2008 - EM Enterprises, LLC
Groqit: A New Kind of Gadget for Collectors
Pocket-sized gadget from Groqit LLC, plus web services comprise patented "Personal Inventory Management System" for collectors of books, DVDs, games, music etc. Lists can be shared to optimiz gift-giving. Many of the site's inventory-listing/sharing services are free. - September 25, 2008 - Groqit LLC
Welcome to My Domain Says Webeden.co.uk
Website builder gives away a free domain name with website building packs. - September 25, 2008 - Webeden
Letters from Santa Delivered from the North Pole
Santa Said was created by moms for parents. Santa letters are personalized letters from Santa and delivered directly from the North Pole. Each letter from Santa is personalized with the child’s name, about their accomplishments, and gifts from their wish list. All information and payment information is confidential and will not be sold. - September 24, 2008 - Women of Wisdom
CT Better Business Bureau Warns Consumers About iPhone Scams
Thieves targeting new technology consumers. - September 24, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
Cirrus Tech Offers Database Backup and Restore Capability on All Shared Hosting Plans
Cirrus Tech shared web hosting clients can now create individual database backups with Plesk 8.6. - September 24, 2008 - Cirrus Tech Ltd.
Halloween Adventure Announces Top Ten Costume List for 2008
Halloween costume and accessory retailing giant, Halloween Adventure Costume Super Stores, released its highly anticipated "Hottest Halloween Costumes of 2008" list on Wednesday morning. - September 23, 2008 - HalloweenAdventure.com
Forget Weight Loss - Low Carb Diets Are Essential to Life
Dr James E. Carlson's new book, Genocide: How Your Doctor's Dietary Ignorance Will Kill You, proves that when doctors promote low fat, low cholesterol diets, millions of Americans suffer often-fatal consequences. - September 23, 2008 - James E Carlson
Microsoft Grants Top Award to Directions Training Center
Directions Training Center, a company that offers computer training courses was recently awarded a top award from Microsoft. One of the company’s instructors, Gary Newman was also given a top instructor award. - September 23, 2008 - Directions Training
A "Loud Silence" is Created, by Mustafa Mun
Loud Silence, is a Novel written by a UK based Indian student, Mustafa Mun. Mustafa has written this about a life of a friend who has come to the UK with high hopes and learns that the way to get through life is not easy. Its a short piece of work but truly makes you stop and ponder, about the fact... - September 23, 2008 - Mustafa Mun
WhiteSmoke Unveils WhiteSmoke 2009: World-Leading Software for English Writing
Improved usability, new style checking features, and updates to the grammar checker give users a complete writing solution. - September 23, 2008 - WhiteSmoke
The Second Web – A Whole New Internet?
"The Second Web" is an unique concept to sell advertising space on the internet by selling Domains on a Virtual, second World Wide Web. Julian Z., an austrian student, started the project as an approach to creating a whole new world wide web. Their Home-Page... - September 22, 2008 - The Second Web
Online Site Forms Strategic Alliances with Vendors to Offers Products to Affluent Consumers
Local Company forms strategic alliances with vendors to introduce innovative new products for “affluent purchasers.” Those desiring exciting and unusual high end products may now acquire a variety of high and even heirloom quality products for themselves and loved ones from one trusted source. - September 22, 2008 - High Roller Toys
Non-Profit Association Provides Prompt Disaster Aid to Members in Aftermath of Hurricane Ike
The Federation of American Consumers and Travelers (FACT) is providing immediate disaster relief to members who have been adversely affected by Hurricane Ike. Current FACT members are reminded to call 1-800-USA-FACT to request the Disaster Aid assistance. - September 22, 2008 - The Federation of American Consumers and Travelers (FACT)
ClubzUp® Keeps Your Golf Club in Sight and Your Golf Club Grips Clean and Dry
Patented product fits on the end of your golf club keeping your golf club up, in view and your golf club grips free of debris, dry and more comfortable. - September 21, 2008 - ClubzUp
RNCOS Releases a New Report - Indian Gems and Jewellery Market - Future Prospects to 2011
RNCOS has recently added a new Market Research Report titled, “Indian Gems and Jewellery Market - Future Prospects to 2011”, to its report gallery. This report highlights the potential growth areas in the market and gives am overview on the organized and unorganized) market for gems and jewellery in the country. - September 21, 2008 - RNCOS
See the 2009 C-Class at Mercedes-Benz of Long Beach
The C300 Raises Engineering Standards for the Automotive Industry - September 20, 2008 - Mercedes-Benz of Long Beach
See the BMW 128i at Irvine BMW
The 128i Offers Luxury with Economic MPG. - September 20, 2008 - Irvine BMW
Sweet William Cottage Held Successful “Pull the Rug Out From Under Us” Sale
Chittenden County shoppers found great buys at Shelburne store’s sale last weekend. - September 20, 2008 - Sweet William Cottage
AquaStar's Line of Drain Covers Compliant with New Pool and Spa Safety Act Standards
The deadline for anti-entrapment drain covers required on all public pools and spas called for by the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act is rapidly approaching. AquaStar Pool Products, Inc. (AquaStar), at the cutting edge of anti-entrapment pool and spa drain development, offers a... - September 20, 2008 - AquaStar Pool Products, Inc.
LifeSpan Receives NAID Certification for Computer Hard Drive Sanitization
LifeSpan Technology Recycling is among the first four companies to successfully complete the new security certification program for organizations that provide computer hard drive sanitization services. - September 19, 2008 - LifeSpan
Tygon® Tubing Products Now Available from Professional Plastics
Professional Plastics, Inc. is now offering a full range of Tygon ® tubing products for fluid handling applications. Saint Gobain produces more than 40 grades of Tygon®, Tygothane®, Norprene®, Versilic ® and more. These products are sold online from www.professionalplastics.com/TYGONTUBING. - September 19, 2008 - Professional Plastics, Inc.
AskANinja.com Hosts a Live Chat to Celebrate International Talk Like a Pirate Day (Which is a Parody Holiday)
The Ninja of AskANinja.com and The Ninja Handbook will take on swashbucklers and scurvy dogs worldwide on International Talk Like a Pirate Day, Sept. 19. For a solid hour, he will answer questions live on his uStream.tv channel at 3pm PDT/ 6 pm EST at The Ninja will be chatting live at http://www.ustream.tv/channel/ask-a-ninja-live or http://fans.askaninja.com. - September 19, 2008 - AskANinja.com
New Source for Vegetarian Vitamin Supplements and Vegan Whole Food Supplements Now Online
The web’s newest source for vegetarian vitamin supplements and vegan whole food supplements was unveiled today by Origin Supplements (www.OriginSupplements.com). Their product line includes antioxidants, essential fatty acids, fiber and multivitamins as well as supplements for protein, bone and joint health and digestion. - September 19, 2008 - Origin Supplements
Gladstone Homes’ Family-Friendly Designs Make Room for Growing and Changing Households
Today more than 15 percent of children are living in blended households, and multi-generational households – including those of more than 22 million Boomerang adults living in their parents’ homes -- are growing faster than any other housing arrangement, according to US Census data. The changing make-up of families has a big influence on home design. - September 19, 2008 - Gladstone Homes
Two First to Market Devices Featured at Major Medical Shows in Chicago and New York
LaserTight unveils the first non-surgical blepharoplasty device and the only portable CO2 fractionated scanner at the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery meeting in Chicago, IL and the Medical Aesthetics Conference in New York. - September 19, 2008 - LaserTight, LLC
Affiliate Program Launched by MoneyTheBasics.com, Includes Free Book Giveaway
MoneyTheBasics.com announces the launching of its affiliate program, hosted by both clickbank and paydotcom. In addition, qualified new affiliates will also receive a free copy of "Money - The Basics" for their personal use. - September 19, 2008 - andrew-lawrence.blogspot.com
Gourmet Kitchenware Store, My Sister's Kitchen, Now Open in Mankato MN
Is your kitchen lacking inspiration? My Sister's Kitchen is here to help. Now open for business, My Sister’s Kitchen is a family owned and operated, start-up gourmet kitchenware retail store and cooking school that will equip, train, and nurture the everyday chef. My Sister’s Kitchen is... - September 19, 2008 - My Sister's Kitchen
Review Any Business Using Pictures and Videos - A Powerful Way to Convey What Words Cannot
Brownbook.net has added video and photo content features to make customer reviews more tangible. - September 19, 2008 - Brownbook.net
Better Business Bureau "Secure Your ID" Day Expands Services to Nearly 90 Communities Across North America; Free Document Shredding and Advice on ID Theft Prevention
Better Business Bureau announced today that its second community service campaign event to fight ID theft will take place on Saturday, September 20, in nearly 90 communities across the U.S. and Canada. - September 19, 2008 - Council of Better Business Bureaus
Introducing Pit Bull Mom (tm) Lipstick Inspired by Sarah Palin, for Women Who Take a Bite Out of Life
The Pit Bull Mom product line consists of two shades of lipstick (Pale N’ Pink and Republican Red), as well as Pit Bull Mom logo wear t-shirts, hats, coffee mugs and water bottles. The brand idea was based on the now famous “Pit Bull/Lipstick” quip made by Palin while accepting her party’s nomination. - September 18, 2008 - Pit Bull Mom, LLC