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.

Intertek Offers Free Webinar on “Achieving Product Success with the Intertek Quality & Performance Mark (QPM)”

The Mark is a means to differentiate products and demonstrate quality through third-party testing & validation - October 05, 2008 - Intertek

USA-Based Carr Specialty Baits, Inc. Redefines and Revolutionizes Fishing Lure Industry

Fishbites changes the rules of scented fishing lures by introducing scent technology that melts in the water, not on your hands. - October 04, 2008 - Carr Specialty Baits, Inc.

Clone Systems, Inc. Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary in Managed Network Security

“Clone Systems, Inc. would like to express our sincere gratitude to all valued employees, customers, and partners for their commitment and support during our first decade of business. We are excited about the next 10 years of growth, and continuing our steadfast mission to Properly Secure... - October 04, 2008 - Clone Systems, Inc.

Region 10 ESC Revolutionizes Hiring for School Districts Using WinOcular Applicant Tracking and Hiring Automation Technology

Using the WinOcular Hiring Automation and Applicant Tracking system Region 10 will provide a nationally and regionally focused hiring portal for applicants to view postings and apply for jobs in all 80 school districts and charter schools served by the Regional ESC. “The focus on the applicants needs is a unique perspective offered by WinOcular,” states Dr. Williams. “Job seekers complete just one application and are immediately able to apply for jobs in every one of our Districts." - October 04, 2008 - Combined Computer Resources, Inc.

Gears of War 2, Last Remnant and Far Cry 2 Exclusives in 360Zine

Issue 23 of the free digital Xbox magazine delivers exclusive previews and screens on the biggest upcoming games of the year, including Gears of War 2, The Last Remnant and Far Cry 2. - October 04, 2008 - Cranberry Publishing Ltd

My Life, My Choice: People with Disabilities, Seniors, and Homecare Workers Fight for Consumer Workforce Council

Stakeholders in Pennsylvania’s Long Term Care System Work for More and Better Home Care Options. They tell Governor Rendell: Establish the Consumer Workforce Council Now. - October 03, 2008 - My Life, My Choice: PA Seniors for Homecare

Female Owned Law Firm Opens

Attorneys Tess White and Joan Champagne partnered to form White and Champagne a law firm dedicated to providing simple answers and efficient resolutions to legal problems. - October 03, 2008 - White and Champagne

Whipped Into Shape in a Weekend - Saturday Boot Camp

Vita Vie Retreat, formerly known as Bella Vita Retreat, devises an all new wellness boot camp for local Floridians and visitors alike. Whipping people into shape, the retreat is now offering a Saturday Boot Camp aimed at sculpting and toning bodies as well as complete relaxation. - October 03, 2008 - Vita Vie Retreat

Women Identity Purpose Organization to Host First 5k Walk & Fundraiser

Women Identity Purpose Organization (WIP), a 501c3 entity, will host their first annual “Step to Empower” 5K walk Fundraiser to support single mothers whose aim is to go to school, or start a business on Saturday, November 1, 2008 from 7:30 am to 11:30 am. The event will take place at... - October 03, 2008 - Women Identity Purpose Organization

DNL eBooks Releases Publisher Managed Back Office Solution with ‘Real Time’ eBook Sales Reports

DNAML Pty Ltd announces the release of DeskTop Author Version 6, allowing publishers and conversion houses to view eBook sales in real time. - October 03, 2008 - DNAML Pty Ltd

Beech-Nut Brings the Lets Grow! Line to Market Fueled by CROSSMARK

In July 2008, with the pending launch of the largest product launch in 117 years, Beech-Nut appointed CROSSMARK to nationally bring the new Lets Grow! line along with their entire product line to market. Within 6 weeks of appointment CROSSMARK has introduced more than 350 Lets Grow! items to over... - October 03, 2008 - CROSSMARK

Phonesbook.com Announces Form-Free Phone Books for Over 280 Regions

Innovative new directory navigation performed only by clicking. No more typing in names and numbers; point and click navigate this directory down to the person you need. - October 03, 2008 - Phonesbook.com

Bible SMS, www.Bible-SMS.com, Announces Free SMS Service in USA

Bible SMS, http://www.bible-sms.com, a Washington based company is proud to announce the goal of reaching the farthest corners of the earth via SMS. - October 03, 2008 - Bible SMS

Canadian Web Host, Cirrus Tech, Updates Linux and Windows Reseller Hosting Plans

Cirrus Tech aims to attract clients interested in hosting multiple domains with their updated Linux and Windows Reseller Hosting Plans. - October 03, 2008 - Cirrus Tech Ltd.

DAVACO Partners with Retail Clients for ADA and Safety Programs. Nationwide, Integrated Service Offering Helps Retailers with Special Projects.

DAVACO, Inc., the national leading provider of retail services, announced today that the company’s team of retail professionals is currently partnering with retailers to execute a variety of special projects, like ADA compliance and safety remediation across their fleet of stores. DAVACO,... - October 03, 2008 - DAVACO, Inc.

SparkBase Launches SMS Gift Card Portal

Gift & Loyalty Card processor SparkBase launches SMS portal to process gift cards without plastic. - October 02, 2008 - SparkBase LLC

Twist Launches Custom Yoga & Fitness Clothing Line and Website

Twist website is launched carrying super fun, comfortable and affordable fashions for mom, baby, child and toddler. Every sport is covered in this versatile line whether it be going to the gym, going shopping, hiking, biking, you will find something you love at Twist, www.TwistYogaWear.com. - October 02, 2008 - Twist

Fava Tea Company to Give 100% Proceeds of a Tea to Wisconsin Bookworms™ Program

For the entire month of October, 100% of the sales from Roasted Almond Chai Tea will be donated to support the Wisconsin Bookworms program. Fava will also commemorate this program with a special emerald green package designated just for ChariTEA™ charities. - October 02, 2008 - Fava Tea Company, LLC

The English Store – A New Website to Source All Things English

The English Store (www.theenglishstore.co.uk) is an exciting and unique new website which allows buyers to source all things English at the click of a mouse. - October 02, 2008 - The English Store

Skylark Expands Capacity as Airlines Shrink

Shared-Ride airport shuttle service faces increasing demand as regional airlines cut capacity. - October 01, 2008 - Texhoma Transportation Inc.

Hissho Sushi Expands in California

Hissho Sushi ('he-show'; n. certain victory) manages and operates high-end, full-service sushi bars in supermarkets, cafes, hospitals and other retail outlets. - October 01, 2008 - Hissho Sushi

Ezilon.com Unveils Its New Modified Web Directory

A regional directory and search engine company, Ezilon.com unveils its new directory site home page at Ezilon.com today. Founded since 2002, Ezilon.com is known for its provision of regionally targeted quality information in the continental regions and countries around the world. Relevancy and... - October 01, 2008 - Ezilon Directory and Search Engine

iUniverse Author, Professional Poker Player Featured in Oct. Podcast

Poker Phenom Brandon Adams Talks About Novel Based on Poker-Playing Experiences. - October 01, 2008 - iUniverse

InfanteSano.org’s ‘Sponsor a Birth’ Program Aids Maternal and Newborn Health in the Dominican Republic

Every year over 10 million mothers and children die throughout the developing world. Yet providing simple, effective, low-cost health services could prevent over half of these deaths. To address these issues, Infante Sano has designed a program that partners with existing hospitals to provide specific training courses and provide the necessary medical equipment for health care workers to do their jobs. - October 01, 2008 - Infante Sano Inc.

SensiClear Acne Treatment Goes Into Secret Room Events’ Celeb Gift Bags for 2008 MTV and Emmy Awards

SensiClear Acne Treatment Goes Behind the Scenes At 2008 Celebrity Events. - October 01, 2008 - SensiClear

StatMedica Makes It Easy to Select and Plan a Spa or Wellness Break in Poland

The StatMedica portal makes it easy to locate and compare medical spas and wellness resort in Poland. It is the one-stop information portal, providing the latest news and information on health and wellness in Poland. It is proving popular with guests and visitors from the United Kingdom and Ireland. - October 01, 2008 - StatMedica UK Ltd

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

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

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

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