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Washington, DC, January 25, 2007--The number of newly laid-off workers filing applications for state unemployment benefits climbed sharply in the latest week, suggesting some slack in labor markets at the beginning of the year.
Norcross, GA, January 25, 2007--Ege Seramik, one of the largest and most complete manufacturers of high-quality ceramic tile in the world, has launched the “Piel Collection,” a glazed porcelain tile series for floors, walls and trim.
Huntington, N.Y. & Dalton, GA, January 25, 2007--CLB Partners, LLC, of Huntington, New York said they are participating in the recapitalization of Fibro Chem, Inc. with an investor group led by CLB Partners in conjunction with the present owners and manag
New York, NY, January 24, 2007--Retailers grew their sales last week despite the impact of cold weather. Weekly chain store sales increased 0.1 percent, according to ICSC’s index. Year-over-year sales were strong, with a 4.8 percent increase.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, January 24, 2007--Domotex Middle East, the specialized international trade fair for carpets and floor coverings, is expanding in its second year to meet regional and international demand.
Hoffman Estates, IL, January 24, 2007--Sears Holding said Dan Laughlin, 56, its senior vice-president of merchandising, will leave the retailer, where he worked for 35 years.
Dalton, GA, January 23, 2007--The CRI Green Label Vacuum Cleaner Program continue to gain notoriety. The GL Vacuum Cleaner was recommended by Martha Stewart in her latest Homekeeping Handbook: The Essential Guide to Caring for Everything in Your Home.
Atlanta, GA, January 22, 2007--The Martha Stewart Rugs collection, an exclusive new line designed by Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia (MSLO) for area rug manufacturer Safavieh, was presented for the first time at the Atlanta International Area Rug Market i
Shannon, GA, January 22, 2007--The last production day has been set for the Florida Tile plant in Shannon, Georgia.
Dalton, GA, January 18, 2007--The 2005 CRI Industry Statistics can now be purchased through yjr Carpet and Rug Institute’s publications department.