Update Your Look
January 23rd, 2009
You drank the champagne, made your resolution and kissed your sweetie at midnight.
Where You Won't Shop In 2009
January 23rd, 2009
While industry executives and shoppers will remember 2008 as the year the party ended, figure 2009 to be the year of the hangover.
Chamber of Commerce launches new effort at kiosk program
January 22nd, 2009
New Year's is considered to be a time of new beginnings and in that tradition the Manchester and the Mountains Regional Chamber of Commerce chose Jan.
Jarden Products Recognized on SKI Magazine’s Prestigious 2009 ‘Gear of the Year’ List
January 22nd, 2009
Recognized as winners for "Overall Excellence," skis from both Volkl and K2 topped the list appearing in the issue of SKI Magazine, based on the superior results each earned from the publication's more than 30 ...
Zale shares hit all-time low after CFO steps down
January 22nd, 2009
Shares of jeweler Zale Corp. dropped to an all-time low on Wednesday, following news that the company's chief financial officer has stepped down.
JamesAllen.com Offers New Collection of Hearts & Arrows Diamonds at Near Wholesale Diamond Prices
January 22nd, 2009
Thanks to a recent partnership with one of the largest ideal cut diamond manufacturers in the world, JamesAllen.com is able to sell these exclusive, ideal cut diamonds at near wholesale diamond prices.
Zales.com Unveils The 5 Best Valentine’s Gifts for Men
January 22nd, 2009
Instead of giving a man a sweater or shirt that will fade with time, the gift of jewelry is a lasting and meaningful way to express how much you care.
Bellows Falls
January 22nd, 2009
Featured: Artwork by members of the Saxtons River Art Guild. Through January. Where: Corner of Bridge and Island streets, Bellows Falls.
Gordona s Jewelera s closing Alton Square store
January 22nd, 2009
Another store is closing at Alton Square. This time, it's Gordon's Jeweler's. An employee confirmed Wednesday that the store, on the second floor of the shopping center, will close Sunday.
Sickeningly Romantic Commercials - Lacoste ‘Love of Pink’ Perfume Ad Has Heart Bubbles
January 22nd, 2009
Can a commercial be so romantic and sweet as to make you sick? The new 'Heart-Bubbles' commercial for the Lacoste 'Love of Pink' fragrance commercial has done that to me! Utterly romantic music, bubbles, ...
Christini AWD Supermoto First Look
January 21st, 2009
The Christini AWD SuperMoto is the Philadelphia-based company's take on the street bike.
Mie-Yun Lee Appointed President of BuyerZone
January 21st, 2009
BuyerZone , the leading online marketplace for business purchasing, announced today that its founder, Mie-Yun Lee has been appointed President.
Zale CFO Carter resigns, Gordon in interim role
January 21st, 2009
Zale Corp. announced on Tuesday that Chief Financial Officer Rodney Carter has left the company, effective immediately.
$50 Coupon Offer at Zales
January 21st, 2009
Just in time for Valentine's Day, Zales.com is offering a coupon for $50 off your purchase of $200 or more.
Seasick Steve sings the blues for a Brit
January 21st, 2009
Seasick Steve attends the announcement for the shortlist of Brit Award nominations held at the Camden Roundhouse, Chalk Farm on January 20, 2009 in London, England Wednesday January 21 2009 He is an ageing bum ...
Glamour and Fashion Return to the White House, Jewelry Designer Loree …
January 21st, 2009
Jewelery designer Loree Rodkin's Inaugural white gold and triple rose cut diamond earrings with garland diamond brio drops.
Zale Corporation Announces Chief Financial Officer Change
January 21st, 2009
Zale Corporation , a leading specialty retailer of fine jewelry in North America, today announced Rodney Carter, Chief Financial Officer, has left the Company effective immediately.
The blues singer Seasick Steve, 67, found fame barely two years ago
January 21st, 2009
He is an ageing bum turned blues musician who once confessed he could "clear out a room in two minutes" by picking up his guitar.
Google Kills PrintAds
January 21st, 2009
Google , as part of a series of cutbacks, is eliminating its PrintAds program, which had 800 newspapers and other print sources participating.
Writer not so hopeful, not so optimistic
January 20th, 2009
What happened to the 'We'll be fine in 2009' headline from a Star News Weekender edition? I couldn't figure that headline out at the time I saw it.
Google Kills PrintAds
January 20th, 2009
Google , as part of a series of cutbacks, is eliminating its PrintAds program, which had 800 newspapers and other print sources participating.
Time for inauguration, independence and changes
January 20th, 2009
In the US we're making history today by inaugurating a black President. History has become a major part of your community by now a ' HP has shuffled all non-support 3000 operations to its history books, ...
Where You Won’t Shop In 2009
January 20th, 2009
Store closings and bankruptcies will hit a host of well-known stores in the coming year.
Dyrdahl captures I-500 for fifth time
January 20th, 2009
Bryan Dyrdahl races for the checkered flag on the third and final day of the USCC Red Lake I-500. Bryan Dyrdahl of Bagley rode his Ski-Doo to victory in the USCC Red Lake I-500. It was the fifth time Dyrdahl ...
When will the Retail Bleeding Stop?
January 20th, 2009
Over the past six months we've witnessed a large number of retailers falling victim to the current economic crisis; the most recent victim is Circuit City.
Where You Won’t Shop In 2009
January 20th, 2009
Store closings and bankruptcies will hit a host of well-known stores in the coming year.
Reduced credit card limits may have dampened sales for web retailers
January 20th, 2009
Many consumers voluntarily cut back spending during the recent holiday season as the economic crisis deepened.
Retailers Worldwide Rank Scott Kay # 1
January 19th, 2009
That's Scott Kay . The cuff-wear is amazing, the detail is everywhere, places you wouldn't expect it.
Retailers on the Extinction List
January 19th, 2009
Over-expansion vs. Over-Contraction.... That is the battle of almost every economic cycle.
Just days after upending Minnechaug, Ludlow loses to Chicopee Comp in girls basketball
January 19th, 2009
It's been a wacky winter already, with everyone seemingly beating everyone. Just ask Ludlow.
Nolan: Securing the future in uncertain economic times
January 19th, 2009
It didn't take long before we stopped greeting each other with "Happy New Year." The first weeks of January touched off a string of business closures, layoffs and losses in the Knoxville area and brought the ...
Local Roundup: Roadrunner men don’t need 3-pointers to defeat Corsairs
January 18th, 2009
The Butte College men's basketball team didn't make any 3-pointers on Saturday in Eureka, but the Roadrunners still defeated College of the Redwoods 64-53. Devon Hills led the Roadrunners with 17 points.
How To Spot a Fake - Tip of the Day
January 18th, 2009
Unless you're Hilton wealthy, you probably can't afford to keep up with the latest "it" trends.
Ten years ago, the seemingly unstoppable Vikings went from best to bust in the m
January 18th, 2009
Cris Carter in tears, limp with despair, being led arm in arm by his brother, John, up the Metrodome ramp.
The high life tumbles down
January 18th, 2009
The sporty red Daytona-edition Dodge Charger is being sold to pay his legal bills.
Life as a Peon to the Stars
January 18th, 2009
Cleaning dog poop off the floors of a $1.8 million Manhattan apartment, making Vicodin pickups at posh Fifth Avenue doctors' offices, and smiling as your boss borrows money from you to buy yet another ...
Ten years ago, the seemingly unstoppable Vikings went from best to bust in the m
January 18th, 2009
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Circuit City closing all stores, including Town of Wallkill location
January 17th, 2009
Circuit City, the nation's second-biggest consumer electronics retailer, said Friday it's throwing in the towel.
New kiosk program launched
January 17th, 2009
New Year's is considered to be a time of new beginnings and in that tradition the Manchester and the Mountains Regional Chamber of Commerce chose Jan.
K-P grapplers win pair of home duals Tuesday
January 16th, 2009
The Kingsley-Pierson wrestling team eclipsed its dual-match win total from a year ago as it won a pair Tuesday as the Panthers hosted West Monona, Logan-Magnolia and West Harrison.
Freetown teen aims for a pop career
January 16th, 2009
Mackenzie Rae just turned 14 and, according to some in the music world, she is on the verge of stardom.
‘Mall Cop’ Segways into silliness
January 16th, 2009
The prediction in "WALL-E" of a human race turned to spineless dumplings comes depressingly true in "Paul Blart: Mall Cop." As played by Kevin James, Paul doesn't appear to have any idea what his body can do or ...
S.F. should expect new wave of tax proposals
January 16th, 2009
Of all the goodies S.F. Chamber of Commerce CEO Steve Falk wants to see in President-elect Barack Obama's stimulus package, a ton of money for states and municipalities is at the top of the list.
Ina Hughs: Hughs: Customer service: lifetime on the phone
January 16th, 2009
Hello. You have reached customer service. Due to an unusual volume of business at this time, your period of waiting may be longer than we would like.
Landings pages a critical step on the path to online purchase, experts say
January 16th, 2009
With search and other online ad vehicles bypassing the home page when delivering shoppers to a site, landing pages are a critical gateway to the site itself as well as to the path to purchase.
Responding to Customer Requests, Sears Brings Back Layaway in 2009
January 16th, 2009
A customer from Nyssa, Ore. , was just one example of the calls and emails Sears received, stating: "Layaway saved our Christmas this year! It is a wonderful tool for those of us that want to make purchases and ...
Analyst says competition among jewelers is heating up, may crimp Blue Nile’s prices, margins
January 15th, 2009
A highly competitive and promotional environment for jewelers doesn't bode well for online jeweler Blue Nile Inc., an analyst said on Thursday.
eLUXURY Launches the 2009 Stephen Sprouse - Louis Vuitton Collection A Tribute to a Legendary Artist
January 15th, 2009
Featuring the Grafitti and the Rose motifs, Marc Jacobs has created an '80s-inspired collection worthy of the fashion house.
Diamonds In The Rough
January 15th, 2009
The best-performing online investors buy troubled jeweler Zale and sell out of an office supply company.
eLUXURY Launches the 2009 Stephen Sprouse - Louis Vuitton Collection
January 15th, 2009
San Francisco, California-eLUXURY launches the highly anticipated, limited-edition Stephen Sprouse-Louis Vuitton collection.