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.
Martial Arts Development Corp. (MADC) Has Become a Macho Distributor
The quality of the Macho protective & training gear harmonizes with the quality of the traditional martial arts training equipment developed by MADC for speed & power in punching & blocking. - August 05, 2008 - Martial Arts Development Corp
Original Johnny Mercer Movie Contracts for Sale at C. Savannah
Some of the most significant signed movie contracts and other memorabilia by Johnny Mercer will be for sale and on display in the C. Savannah showroom at 42 E. Bay Street (next door to the historic Cotton Exchange). - August 05, 2008 - C. Savannah, LLC
f8 Photo Studios Creates New Experience for Clients; One Strip at a Time
When photographers Cara Galati and Jonathan Kazmierczak of f8 Photo Studios in Raleigh, North Carolina struck up an idea for a photo booth, they did their research for almost 2 years. With one last push to the finish line, they finally added the f8 PHOTOBOOTH to their product line as Raleigh's first locally owned photo booth. The result of pushing this revitalized experience to its clients has been nothing short of a success. - August 05, 2008 - f8 Photo Studios
Zoocaro.com Shopping for the Masses
Zoocaro.com launches their new shopping platform. - August 05, 2008 - zoocaro.com
Exclusive and Luxury Bathroom Vanities and Bathroom Products from BathKitchenAndBeyond.com
Their new Website that features many more digital high-resolution pictures of the products with full descriptions makes it easier for you to find the exact bathroom vanity you are looking for. - August 04, 2008 - Bath Kitchen And Beyond
Motor Oil and the Sun in New Art for a New Millennium: How the Global Energy Climate is Impacting an American Artist's Work
Emerging artist David Macaluso's work navigates the conflicting parts of a global engine. On the one side is the old guard of institutional oil; on the other are emerging alternative energy technologies. In Used Motor Oil works on paper, or his new solar-minded series of paintings, Mr. Macaluso's... - August 04, 2008 - David Macaluso
Disc-Golf Legend, Ralph Williamson Adopts Toobee® the Amazing Flying Can for Fun and Demonstration
Longest going unknown fad in the world that is helping children. - August 04, 2008 - Toobee International Inc.
Find Just the Right Words, Perfect Phrases to Personalize Your Gift and Greeting Cards at GiftCardMessages.com
Never run out of words to write in gift and greeting cards again. Huge collection of card messages for every occasion. Free website appeals to card givers searching for the perfect thing to say. - August 04, 2008 - Gift Card Messages
Fava Tea Company to Give 100% Proceeds of a Tea to Candlelight Vision Corporation in August
For the entire month of August, 100% of the sales from Rhubarb-Cream Black Tea will be donated to support the Candlelight Vision Corporation in Neenah, WI. Fava will also commemorate this program with a special emerald green package designated just for ChariTEA™ charities. - August 04, 2008 - Fava Tea Company, LLC
Florida Debt Elimination Company Opens New North Office & Settles Huge Debt Amount for Clients, Helping People Live Debt Free Forever
New North Office will provide services for more than 1000 of CountryWide Debt Solutions clients with improved customer service and debt elimination. - August 02, 2008 - CountryWide Debt Solutions, Inc
Flitz International to Donate $2.00 from Each Item Sold to Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin
Flitz International announced today that $2 from each of its premium polishing products sold at the 2008 Wisconsin State Fair will benefit Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin. “It is always a good thing when corporations give back to society,” said Ulrich Jentzsch, president of Flitz International. “Even better, when they give back to their local community.” - August 02, 2008 - Flitz International, Ltd.
AuthorHouse Announces Its Top Five Best-Selling Titles for July 2008
AuthorHouse, the leading provider of self-publishing and marketing services for authors around the globe, has announced its five top-selling books for July 2008. - August 02, 2008 - AuthorHouse
Platinum Play Goes Mobile
Platinum Play Online Casino has furthered itself once again by launching its Mobile edition, Platinum Play Mobile. - August 02, 2008 - Fortune Lounge Group
Retailers Prepare for Busy Fourth Quarter
DAVACO, Inc., the national leading provider of retail services, announced today that the company is gearing up now for the fourth quarter of 2008 and is planning and finalizing holiday/seasonal programs. DAVACO, which has over 700 W-2 employees across the country, offers a comprehensive range of... - August 02, 2008 - DAVACO, Inc.
27 Million Businesses and Growing – Brownbook.net is the Largest Free Business Directory in the World; with Cutting Edge Features and a New Way of Thinking
Brownbook.net is a website that people and local businesses alike can use to list, promote and review their local services. Based on wiki principles and built upon harnessing the power of peer production; Brownbook puts buyers in touch with sellers for free. Businesses can even add photos, videos, descriptions, highlighting and priority search results to their listing. - August 02, 2008 - Brownbook.net
Abacus24-7.com Among First to Launch “Checkout by Amazon”
Online Retailer of Electronic Accessories & Supplies (www.abacus24-7.com) Showcases Newest Payment Method, "Checkout by Amazon." - August 01, 2008 - Abacus24-7
Francis Dunnery to Film Concert DVD at Seattle’s Triple Door Nov. 8th 2008
Flying Spot Entertainment and Aquarian Nation announce the west coast appearance of The Francis Dunnery Band at the fabulous Triple Door on Saturday November 8th 2008. The filmed event will be released on DVD in early 2009. - August 01, 2008 - Flying Spot Entertainment
RedlineOps.com, a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Company, Now Offers Total Aluminum Welding Solutions
Look to RedlineOps.com and Lincoln Electric for the complete answer to aluminum mig welding needs “start to finish.” - August 01, 2008 - Redline Ops LLC
Poland Retail Sales to Grow at a CAGR of 15% by 2012: RNCOS Report
The Polish retail industry is expected to grow at 15% by 2012 due to rising consumer spending, inflow of foreign retailers and economic growth in the country. - August 01, 2008 - RNCOS
1890 British and Irish Passenger Records Now Online at WorldVitalRecords.com
Abstracts of the 1890 British and Irish passenger lists are now online at WorldVitalRecords.com. - August 01, 2008 - World Vital Records, Inc.
Beautorium Presents…Saaf Pure Skincare: a Marriage Between Safe Science and Nature
Making its way from England to the U.S. and raising the bar on beauty, Saaf Pure Skincare is the world’s first beauty brand to feature such an extensive list of third-party accreditations, including the UK soil association, naturewatch, vegan, and it’s also halal and kosher certified. - July 31, 2008 - Beautorium
The International Culinary Center Introduces New, One-Day Cooking Classes
The world-renowned culinary center offers recreational courses for the first time to the public. - July 31, 2008 - International Culinary Center
PcPools Rides Large “Green” Wave Increase Sales of Solar Pool Products
PcPools confirms 75% sales increase in solar pool products due to escalating gas heating costs. - July 31, 2008 - PcPools
Marquet Communications Signs New Client, Leading Greeting Card Wholesaler and Retailer, Wild Jungle Chick, LLC
Marquet Communications is pleased to announce the newest addition to their client roster, leading wholesale and retail greeting card company, Wild Jungle Chick, LLC. - July 31, 2008 - Marquet Communications
Connecticut BBB Issues Alert About Real Estate Investment Scams
How to spot shady real estate investors and related scams. - July 31, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
DAVACO Featured in A.R.E's Retail Environments Magazine
DAVACO, Inc., the national leading provider of retail services, was recently featured in A.R.E.’s Retail Environments Magazine in an article entitled, “Greening Transportation: Shipping is the new frontier in reducing the retail industry’s carbon footprint.” The article,... - July 31, 2008 - DAVACO, Inc.
JustGoFishin.com to be One-Stop Internet Resource for Fishing the Texas Coastal Bend
An experienced internet entrepreneur in Corpus Christi has launched JustGoFishin.com, an online search engine and directory serving the region’s sport fishing community. For the thousands of locals and visitors who fish the Texas Coastal Bend each year, JustGoFishin.com promises a one-stop... - July 30, 2008 - JustGoFishin.com
Art-and-Home.Net Expands Tapestry Wall Hanging Collection
The Art and Home Tapestry collection has grown. What started as a few dozen tapestries, has now reached nearly 1,400 tapestries, the largest collection Art and Home has ever carried. - July 30, 2008 - Art & Home
Exit Timeshares Offers Hope for Distressed Timeshare Owners and Pledges Revenues to the United Way
Exit Timeshares pledges to help distressed timeshare owners faced with tough economic times. Many individuals facing foreclosure and hardships turn to Exit Timeshares to rescue them from their timeshare contract burden. Now timeshare owners have a place to turn to for relief while helping give to a good cause. - July 30, 2008 - Exittimeshares
Inspired.com Releases iphone Video Game – "Karmic Cookie"
In a world short on inspiration and long on hot air, Inspired.com released a video game designed to inspire, enlighten and to make life's best words of wisdom accessible from your iPhone or iPod touch any time... all wrapped in a video game. - July 30, 2008 - Inspired Arts & Media, LLC
Happi House Restaurants Return to Franchising
Happi House Restaurants spokesperson, Kevyn Johnston, announced today that the company’s Board has approved a plan that would return the brand to franchising. Happi House, which opened its first location in 1976 in San Jose’s historic Japantown, is an Asian fast-casual concept that... - July 30, 2008 - Happi House Franchise Corporation, Inc.
DirectBuy Opens New Members-Only Design Showroom in Moncton
Members-only, one-stop shopping destination offers a low-cost alternative for home improvement needs. - July 29, 2008 - DirectBuy
Howdy, Partner...Klinger Manages, Becomes Partner in DirectBuy of Buffalo
After working as a General Manager for DirectBuy of Buffalo, Mark Klinger becomes partner. - July 29, 2008 - DirectBuy
DirectBuy of Buffalo Names Klinger General Manager
Former CPA, Mark Klinger becomes general manager of DirectBuy Buffalo. - July 29, 2008 - DirectBuy
Pooghe Makes Sweating Stylish
Luxury anti-odor collection to debut in September. - July 29, 2008 - Pooghe Laundry
Alberta Boot Camps Biggest Loser Challenge #2 -30 Teams Will Compete for $5000 in Cash and Prizes
July 28th, 2008 — Calgary, Alberta. Alberta Boot Camps Biggest Loser Challenge #2 -30 teams will compete for $5000 in Cash and prizes. Calgary Man Takes Matters into his Own Hands - Boot Camp Style. http://www.Albertabootcamp.com. - July 29, 2008 - Calgary Alberta Boot Camp
Buy Wedding Favors Online Gives Back
Online wedding favors, party favors, decorations and accessories superstore gives a percentage of each and every sale to charity. - July 29, 2008 - My-Wedding-Jewelry.com
Does Recording Calls in a Call Center Violate PCI Security Requirements?
Everyone has heard the phrase “Your call may be recorded for quality purposes” but what impact does call recording have on PCI compliance? According to Don Bundock, CEO of Quality Track International, recording calls that include credit card numbers and other sensitive information is... - July 28, 2008 - Quality Track International Inc.
The Federal Foreclosure Assistance Center, Has Merged Their Services to Form The Consumer Debit Mitigation Service, to Assist with Mitigation for All Consumer Services
Consumer Debit Mitigation Services in conjunction with the Federal Foreclosure Assistance Center can now offer a complete consumer mitigation services. This is not a credit counseling agency, nor a lending facility. With the increase in credit card rates, the decrease in automobile values and the crisis in the Real Estate Market. DBM can assist consumers in all phases of debt mitigation - July 28, 2008 - Federal Banking Coop
Allamericanbling.com Has Updated Their Popular iPhone Bling Page
The Apple iPhone has become the icon of the American gadget driven lifestyle. This updated website helps consumers individualize their iPhone life with faceplates and other accessories. - July 28, 2008 - AllAmericanBling.com
MLX Purchases 196 Touchstar Licenses to Enhance It's Lead Generation Capabilities
Marketlinkx Direct Inc. announced today the purchase of an additional 196 Touchstar Licenses to further its near –shore contact center capabilities and expand its presence in the Caribbean. Touch Star’s licenses feature a fully unified communications platform for inbound, outbound, and... - July 26, 2008 - Marketlinkx Direct, Inc.
1.5 Million College Students Expected to Drop Out in 2008 Due to Financial Pressure
40% more students drop out of college due to money issues including student loan debt and credit card debt than academic failure. - July 26, 2008 - Pratt Financial Group
Fameo Wins UK Bridal Collection of the Year Award
Jewellery designer and online retailer Fameo won the Bridal Jewellery of the Year award at the UK Jewellery Awards 2008 for it's bridal jewellery collections. - July 26, 2008 - Fameo Ltd
O’Neill Clothing Grows with Retail Pro POS Software
SDCR Business Systems announced today that it has signed a contract for two additional outlet stores for its client O’Neill Surf Shop, whose flagship store opens this month in Anaheim’s GardenWalk. O’Neill originally approached SDCR for a POS solution to manage the rollout of... - July 26, 2008 - San Diego Cash Register
The Artist Brush, Launch Cosmetic Brushes to Aid Relief of Carpal Tunnel Symptoms
The Artist Brush an on line cosmetic brush wholesaler/makeup artistry company, plan to launch 5 newly designed cosmetic brushes fall of this year. - July 25, 2008 - The Artist Brush
Revolutionary Electronic Cigarette Offers a Real Smoking Pleasure & Nicotine Delivery Without the Tobacco, Tar, Smoke, or Odor
Now smokers can enjoy cigarettes at a cheaper price with less health risks – and without offending or endangering others with secondhand smoke. - July 25, 2008 - Smoking Everywhere, LLC
The Rainforest Site Partners with Sumatran Orangutan Society to Plant Trees and Save Orangutans
The Rainforest Site announced today a new partnership with the Sumatran Orangutan Society (SOS) to save vital orangutan habitat. - July 25, 2008 - GreaterGood
Pinatas.com Multiplies in Size with Thousands of New Halloween and Party Costumes
Halloween is coming soon, and as one of the most exciting holidays, many people are already looking for the perfect costume. Pinatas.com has recently multiplied in size, now offering a huge selection of Halloween costumes and accessories. - July 25, 2008 - Pinatas.com
Magazines.com Receives Hitwise U.S. Top 10 Award for January-March 2008
Magazines.com's website ranked No.7 in the Shopping and Classifieds-Books category based on the market share of U.S. visits it has received for January-March 2008. - July 25, 2008 - Magazines.com
NameSeek - The Australian Domain Name Aftermarket
Domain name trading has bestowed sizable profits to hundreds of business savvy individuals across the world in recent years. NameSeek now gives Australian’s the opportunity to trade their own domain names after recent policy changes. - July 25, 2008 - nameseek