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.
Indigo Interactive Announces Its Ownership of Virtumundo, Inc.
Indigo Interactive, Inc. announced today that it now controls the assets of Virtumundo, Inc. Indigo Interactive is a full-service, next generation, online marketing agency servicing advertisers across all channels. Services include search engine marketing, creative design and development, affiliate... - September 18, 2008 - Indigo Interactive, Inc.
This New Cat Flap Prevents Common Mishaps
If you’ve ever had stray cats or neighbour’s cats coming in through your cat flap, you’ve probably had them stealing your cats food and spraying more than once. What starts out as a great way to let your cat in and out often causes more harm than good. Sometimes to the point you have to block the cat flap back up and resort to manually opening and closing the door to let your cats in and out yourself. If that sounds familiar, then Pet Porte is for you. - September 18, 2008 - Microchip Cat Flaps
Citi to Provide Financial Health Content to New Social Media Wellness Company
Partnership between social media wellness company, HEAL Global, and financial leader will deliver financial guidance to those in need. - September 18, 2008 - HEAL (Health Empowerment Access Links) Global, Inc.
FTC Meets with AFSA Regarding Debt Settlement. How Will This Affect Go Debt Relief, a Leader in Debt Settlement?
The Federal Trade Commission meets with American Financial Services Association next month to take a closer look at the Debt Settlement industry. A Senior Associate of Go Debt Relief will report. - September 18, 2008 - Go Debt Relief
Great Discounts from Hotels Etc. Bring Fun Back to a Flagging Economy
Consumer goods are increasing, Paychecks remain the same. - September 18, 2008 - Hotels Etc
Regis Corporation Launches First Firewall Protected Payment Terminal – Enabled by TalentBeat®
Regis Corporation, the beauty industry’s global leader in beauty salons, hair restoration centers and cosmetology education over 13,500 locations worldwide, deployed the first firewall-protected payment terminal in the world. The solution utilizes the PCI-certified payment platform... - September 18, 2008 - TalentBeat
eBizAuction’s Unveils Family Health International Charity Auction
Nancy Baughman, president of eBizAuctions (www.ebizauctions.com), has announced that on Saturday, September 13th, the company will launch a two-week charity auction that will benefit Family Health International. Family Health International advances global development and focuses on improving lives... - September 18, 2008 - Ebiz Auctions
SendMeHome.com Saves Money, Restores Faith in Humanity
SendMeHome.com is the world’s first free lost-and-found recovery service. - September 18, 2008 - SendMeHome.com
Presidential Candidates Duke It Out at Halloween Adventure; Political Character Masks Are Hot This Year
Bruce Goldman, President and Founder of Halloween Adventure, one of the world's largest costume and accessory retailers, said on Wednesday, "With the presidential election lurking just around the corner, political character masks are big business for the costume industry. From Barack Obama to John McCain, President Bush to Vice President Cheney, and even Bill and Hillary Clinton, political character masks are becoming more popular as we near the November 4th election." - September 17, 2008 - HalloweenAdventure.com
EA Logistics Delivers Green Show Freight for Wal-Mart-Sponsored Sustainable Products Showcase
Wal-Mart’s Sustainable Solutions exposition will be utilizing the services of EA Logistics, a leader in eco-friendly freight strategies. Red Ball Productions, the expo’s producer selected EA Logistics as a natural fit for the event primarily because of its environmental awareness leadership and its Delivered GrEAn™ program. - September 17, 2008 - EA Logistics
Fractional Ownership to Get Boost at Major UK Travel Shows
A new consumer magazine for existing owners and prospective buyers of fractional ownership properties and other shared ownership travel products has confirmed that they will be exhibiting and distributing at 6 major travel shows in 2009 with a combined reach of around 250,000 visitors. - September 17, 2008 - Perspective International Ltd
eMousy.com Launches a New Collection of Unlocked Phones & Accessories
eMousy.com, the leading retailer has launched a new Collection of Unlocked Phones & Accessories. - September 17, 2008 - eMousy.com
Bookrabbit Wins Web User Silver Award for Best Social Shopping Site
Bookrabbit are proud to announce that they has been awarded a “Silver award” in this week’s Web User magazine for best social-shopping websites. Web User described the site as “a superb social-shopping site aimed at avid readers”, and “an essential bookmark for... - September 17, 2008 - Bookrabbit
RNCOS Releases a New Report - Vietnam Retail Analysis (2008-2012)
RNCOS has recently added a new Market Research Report titled, “Vietnam Retail Analysis (2008-2012),” to its report gallery. The detailed data and analysis given in the report will help clients to evaluate the leading-edge opportunities critical to the success of the retail market in Vietnam. - September 17, 2008 - RNCOS
New Estate Planning Guide Demystifies Process
Today’s seniors are often confused and overwhelmed by the estate planning process. "Of course those 60 and over know they need to plan for their eventual death or disability," says New York elder law attorney Mike Ettinger, "but they find it difficult to get the correct advice... - September 16, 2008 - Ettinger Law Firm
DirectBuy of Columbia Hires Expert Kitchen Designer Tim Watkowski
DirectBuy has expert kitchen designer Tim Watkowski on staff to help members with their home renovation projects. - September 16, 2008 - DirectBuy
Greased Lightning® Multipurpose Cleaner Brings Party Power to the People with wesponsoranything.com
Online Contest and Chance to Win $5000 in the Name of Good Clean Fun. - September 15, 2008 - Greased Lightning
DAVACO Supports Retail Industry Event in New York
DAVACO, Inc., the national leading provider of retail services, announced its sponsorship of The Retail People in New York City on September 24, 2008 from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm at The Tavern on the Green, one of New York’s most legendary venues (www.tavernonthegreen.com). The Retail People,... - September 14, 2008 - DAVACO, Inc.
Alive Mind Presents Its Debut World Music DVD Release "Sound of the Soul" with Bonus CD
Alive Mind is pleased to announce the inaugural release of their new world music line: Sound of the Soul. Already a worldwide film festival favorite, Sound of the Soul transports viewers on an exhilarating and inspiring cinematic journey into the heart of the Fez Festival of World Sacred Music. “The music you will see in this film is extraordinary, and its message of healing is profound,” says Peter Scarlett, executive director of the Tribeca Film Festival. - September 13, 2008 - Alive Mind
Alternative Fuel Vehicles: Consumers’ Driving Cost Will Vary Depending Upon Where They Live - Pico-Car.com Can Help Consumers Sort Out Driving Costs of These Vehicles
Automakers, new and old, are churning out hoards of new vehicles running on alternative fuels in response high gas prices. However, consumers may be in for a costly surprise when their actual driving costs don't reflect the manufacturers’ claims due to the dramatic fuel price variations... - September 13, 2008 - Pico-Car
Online Bedding Store Adds to It's Many Lines Making It the Largest Bedding and Linens Store on the Internet for More Than 12 Years
12 year old Specialty Linens expands it's already huge offering of bedding, bed sheets, kids bedding, animal print bedding, canopy bedding, mattress pads of all types, bed in a bags, etc. Thus making it the largest web site of it's kind. - September 13, 2008 - Specialty Linens
A First Home Can be a Dream Home
Gladstone Homes says first-time homebuyers needn't compromise on their new home wish list. It's Luxury Villa Series offers what first time buyers are seeking, and more. - September 12, 2008 - Gladstone Homes
Water Pik, Inc. Launches New United Kingdom Website
Water Pik, Inc. announced today the launch of a new company website designed specifically for the United Kingdom, www.waterpik.co.uk. The new site features a number of the elements used in Water Pik’s new corporate web site launched last October (www.waterpik.com). The new site also highlights Water Pik’s commitment to health, innovation and sustainability. - September 12, 2008 - Water Pik, Inc.
Halloween Adventure Announces "Boo Bucks" Halloween Costume Savings Campaign
One of the nation's leading Halloween costume stores, Halloween Adventure, has kick started this year's Boo Bucks campaign; a yearly promotion designed to help in-store shoppers save big on brand name Halloween costumes. Bob Schank, Chief Operating Officer of Halloween Adventure Super Stores, made... - September 12, 2008 - HalloweenAdventure.com
Free Nintendo Wii Magazine Launches
Most popular console gets new monthly digital magazine professionally produced and complete with rich media content. - September 12, 2008 - Cranberry Publishing Ltd
Free Magazine for Nintendo Wii Targets Parents and Casual Gaming Crowd
PlayZine digital magazine offers easy-to-read games coverage for parents to help choose suitable games for their home console. - September 12, 2008 - Cranberry Publishing Ltd
AgeInPlace.com & Seniors Real Estate Specialists® Partner to Educate Consumers 50+ on Age in Place Planning
AgeInPlace.com is proud to announce it has partnered with the Seniors Real Estate Specialists® (SRES®) group of the National Association of REALTORS® to provide aging in place real estate information and resources to Baby Boomers. This new partnership will give visitors to the website... - September 11, 2008 - Age In Place Networks, LLC
SellYourWeddingDress.com Announces New Way to Buy or Sell Wedding Dresses Online
SellYourWeddingDress.com is the Premier Site to Buy or Sell Gently Used Wedding Dresses. - September 11, 2008 - sellyourweddingdress.com
Closet Works Reflects on a Successful 20 Years in the Closet Industry
Chicago Closet Organizers, Closet Works, has been in the closet business for two decades. From humble beginnings the company is now one of the largest in the Nation. - September 11, 2008 - Closet Works
Clear Skies, Great Diving and No Hurricanes in Nassau, Bahamas
Stuart Cove’s Dive Bahamas is happy to report that Hurricane Ike passed Nassau hundreds of miles to the South leaving them with sunny skies, a light breeze and great diving. This photo was taken this morning as divers boarded one of their new custom 46’ Newton dive boats for a two tank... - September 11, 2008 - Stuart Cove
Perspective International Announce Large Investment in the Future of Their Fractional Ownership & Timeshare Industry Magazines
With Perspective Magazine now the most read independent B2B industry publication globally and the new Owners Perspective Magazine following hot on its heels in the consumer market, the growth of both magazines have created the need for expansion at Perspective International Ltd. - September 11, 2008 - Perspective International Ltd
123recipes.com Launches the Online Source for Recipes, Menus and Cooking Tips
New website includes thousands of free Recipes, Menus and Forums that’s all about food. - September 11, 2008 - 123Recipes.com
Same-Sex Couples Can Win a Wedding by Entering the MyQueerWedding.com "Vote for Love" Video Contest
MyQueerWedding.com is offering the Prize of a Wedding Package to the Winner of their “Vote for Love” video contest, for the most compelling video story about marriage equality that inspires people to Vote for Love, Vote "no" on Proposition 8 in the California election this November. - September 10, 2008 - MyQueerWedding.com
MPE Inc. Announces Release of Latest Eco-Friendly Protective Gear
For any kind of commercial or industrial contracting, business buyers around the world can get quality Tyvek® clothing at costs that won’t break the bank from MPE, Inc., a leading provider of protective clothing and disposable coveralls for all of those jobs where workers need protection... - September 10, 2008 - MPE, Inc.
Punky Moms Launches Online Alt Bazaar Marketplace
Site Fills Marketplace Void for Unique and Alternative Clothing, Crafts and Creations. - September 10, 2008 - The Alt Bazaar by Punky Moms
Inkubook Photo Book Maker Launches Inkublog
Blog will Provide Tips, Tricks, and Expert Advice to Empower Users to Build Better Photo Books. - September 10, 2008 - Inkubook
Water Cooler Gossip Goes Green
Smart Water Solutions Offers Environmentally Friendly Bottle-less Water Cooler. - September 10, 2008 - Smart Water Solutions
CMather.com Launches Domain Management with Built-in Domain Name Registration Service
A Melbourne-based web solution company is putting the internet back into the hands of the user. CMather.com has launched a new management system that allows its customers to search for and register their own domains, and renew expiring domains through the single system. Domain registration used to... - September 10, 2008 - CMather Web Development
Maryland Automobile Dealers Association Announces Free Green Check-Ups for Car Owners
The Maryland Automobile Dealers Association is encouraging consumers to save on gas and increase their fuel efficiency with free “green checkups,” available at many dealerships throughout the state. “With gas prices continuing to hover at record levels, and family budgets getting... - September 10, 2008 - Maryland Automobile Dealers Association
Cirrus Tech Shared Hosting Plans Updated with Windows Server 2008 and Plesk 8.6
Web hosting solutions from Cirrus Tech are now up to date with the latest software available. - September 10, 2008 - Cirrus Tech Ltd.
DAVACO Offers Disaster Assistance for Retailers
DAVACO, Inc., the national leading provider of retail services, announced today that the company is prepared to respond to retailers’ in-store needs following natural disasters and other significant events that impact multiple retail stores within a region. With a nationwide presence of over... - September 10, 2008 - DAVACO, Inc.
InternationalWatchClub.com Adds Detailed Background on Accutron Watches
InternationalWatchClub.com, a complete online resource for watch collectors and buyers, now offers detailed background information on Accutron Watches. - September 10, 2008 - International Watch Club
Food & Beverage Managers: Introducing ‘Master It!’ Customizable Computer Training Modules for Servers & Bartenders
Innovative Marketing Solutions, LLC (IMS) today introduced the ‘Master It!” system of customizable server and bartender training modules to support live staff training. Each module converts a wine list, drink list, food menu or spirits list into a computer guided review. The system automatically scores the user and verifies completion with a printable certificate. Master It! runs online or off-line and requires no back end support. - September 09, 2008 - Innovative Marketing Solutions, LLC
Meet the Original Creator James Rado and Filmmaker Pola Rapaport to Celebrate the Release of the Documentary: HAIR: Let the Sun Shine in at Bottlerocket
Missed this summer’s smash performance HAIR: The Musical at Central Park? Alive Mind and Bottlerocket Wine & Spirit are proud to present a special wine tasting event in honor of the DVD release of the documentary film HAIR: Let the Sun Shine in and the closing of the critically acclaimed... - September 09, 2008 - Alive Mind
As Hurricane Season Reaches Its Peak, Arkiva Launches Its Free Web Software for Individuals to Create a Digital Archive of Their Digital Files and Photo or Video Memories
As hurricane season reaches its peak, Arkiva launches its free web software to help individuals and businesses create a digital record of their home inventory, documents, photos, videos, music, and medical history. After three years of being dormant, Hurricanes are back in full force. Arkiva, (www. - September 09, 2008 - Arkiva
daVinci Launch
daVinci launched innovative assortment planning tool to give merchants “The Confidence to Buy Right.” at Sourcing at MAGIC, August 24 to 27, 2008 Las Vegas Convention Center South Hall, Level #1, Booth #25335 daVinci®, the specialists in assortment planning, announced its... - September 09, 2008 - daVinci
Web Ecosystem Marketing™ Sets the Gold Standard for Franchised Organizations and Their Constituents
Web Ecosystem Marketing is a set of proprietary tools and service programs implemented by BroadSpire for the franchisor to gain local prominence. The service pushes the power out to the edge of the franchisor’s affiliate network and gets them to assist in fighting the competition rather than watch from the sidelines. The service is implemented and designed to maximize the value of the connected network. The power in the numbers of connections can make a franchise unstoppably powerful. - September 08, 2008 - BroadSpire Inc.
BurglarGARD Protects Windows and Glass Against Thieves and Vandals
The windows of businesses and homes can now be "shielded" against thieves, vandalism and even riots with a glass fragmentation film called BurglarGARD™ from ShatterGARD®, Inc. Applied directly to the glass, BurglarGARD works like an invisible coat of armor, strengthening the... - September 08, 2008 - Global Security Experts Inc
Expansive Kitchens a Fit for Every Size Family: Full-Size Kitchen & Dinettes Featured in All Gladstone Single-Family and Villa Designs
Open, flowing kitchen-centered home designs are the hallmark of Northern Illinois semi-custom homebuilder Gladstone Homes. - September 08, 2008 - Gladstone Homes
SmartData Adds More New SmartDeals Websites
SmartData's Niche Websites are Tailored to Fit Specific Consumer Needs. - September 08, 2008 - SmartData Technologies, Inc.