Chain Store Sales Off Last Week
New York, NY, May 9, 2006--Chain store sales slipped in the latest week after a strong gain the previous week, according to a report released on Tuesday.
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Gov's' Wives, Habitat Start Homebuilding E
Mobile, AL, May 9, 2006--Before sunrise this morning, three governors' spouses joined dozens of women volunteers on a Habitat for Humanity build site to kick off the First Families Building Homes Across America program.
Armstrong Finalizes Sale of Lancaster Distribution
Lancaster, PA, May 8, 2006--A New Jersey investor completed its purchase of the Armstrong World Industries distribution center on Spooky Nook Road for $20.2 million.
EnerPlastics to Raise Production Capacity
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, May 8, 2006--EnerPlastics LLC, manufacturer of colorants for the synthetic polypropylene based carpets and upholstery industry, is increasing its production capacity by 50%.
Report: Retail Ports Operating Smoothly As Summer
Washington, DC, May 8, 2006--The nation’s major retail container ports are operating smoothly this month as the busy summer shipping season approaches.
Economist Sees FOMC Rate Hike to 5%
Washington, DC, May 8, 200--After the confusion last week when the market was blindsided by reports of Fed chief Ben Bernanke's cocktail-party chatter, the Federal Open Market Committee will seek to calm financial markets and deliver a clear policy me
Advanced Adhesives Names Greg Wood President
Dalton, GA, May 8, 2006--Advanced Adhesives Technologies is celebrating its twentieth year in business with both a major expansion project and new leadership for the company.
Masland Adds Four Rugs to Soumak Line
Mobile, AL, May 8, 2006--Showcasing a rug style and weaving technique thought to be among the oldest in the world, Masland introduced the Soumak Collection of area rugs at the 2005 High Point market.
Masland Intros New Wilton Runners
Mobile, AL, May 8, 2006--Masland has introduced two new patterns, Harlequin and Brighton; both are woven using a four-frame Wilton weaving process that allows expanded color combinations and assures pattern detail.