Mayor hands out first pillar award Nov 10, 2009
Household Items: bed and bath linens, cookware, tableware, furniture, appliances, books, toys, etc. Limited Financial Assist-ance: housing, utility, medication, child care and gasoline. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Local retail real-estate market cant escape national economy Nov 9, 2009
Consider now-defunct retail chains like Linens n Things and Circuit City which shuttered all of their stores in the U.S.. It didn t matter how well (the San Antonio stores) were doing, Gatley says. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
> Creekside Landing in Fremont is placed on hold after losing partner Nov 9, 2009
But Pacific Commons, an 839,000-square-foot retail power center a few miles north of the Creekside Landing property along I-880, has vacancies at former Circuit City and Linens n Things stores about the size of an average Nordstrom Rack. The retailer has opened two Nordstrom Rack locations in Silicon Valley this year, at Ravenswood 101 shopping center in East Palo Alto and Westfield Oakridge Mall in San Jose. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Tewksbury woman starts a new business to 'Remember' Nov 7, 2009
Linens to Remember will create a sophisticated ambiance from any ordinary venue. High-quality linens scattered with an array of special fabrics and colors, can enhance any event of your choice ... Amy Diaz of Tewksbury, owner of Linens to Remember, started the business in June, with help from her family her mother Josefina, father Luis, brothers Jeff and Geoff, aunt Consuelo Nunez, cousin Judi-Ann Nunez-Quinn, and her best friend Eleni Afouxenides. (Tewksbury Advocate, MA)
Concord residents offer a taste of Tuscany with import business Nov 7, 2009
While the Il Palagio EVOO is Simply Tuscan Imports only product at this point, they do have their eyes on some handmade linens and ceramics they could pursue when the olive oil catches on and the economy bounces back. In the meantime, they re focused on increasing stateside awareness of the Il Palagio brand and helping Piccini secure an importer and/or distributor for her award-winning Chianti. (Concord Journal, MA)
Oniontown notes, Nov. 5, 2009 Nov 7, 2009
Big Brother/Big Sister will be collecting the clothing and linens, Got Books will take books and DVDs and such, and Pro Shred will rip up two boxes of your documents for free, with a $5 charge for each additional box. The money will be donated to the Danvers Community Council. (Danvers Herald, MA)
New Vegas hotels from $129 per night Nov 5, 2009
Slated to open December 16, the ARIA Resort & Casino has a little extra pizzazz, boasting a 150,000-square-foot casino, and 4,004 stylish guestrooms complete with 42-inch flat-screen televisions, stocked mini bars, soft, luxurious linens, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Sounds heavenly, right. (MSNBC -- Travel)
The Culinary Revolution of Underground Supper... Nov 4, 2009
Once they chose a location, Calvert and Taylor supply the food, flowers, flatware, linens and china. Nothing is required of guests other than their presence. (Fox News)
Simple tips for elegant holiday hosting Nov 3, 2009
On tables, create visually appealing layers by turning bowls upside down, stacking linens or sturdy boxes to hold platters, center pieces and candles. Easily accent plates with edible garnishes like flowers, fresh cranberries, olives, herbs or a swish of pesto sauce or swirl of whipped cream. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Maruchi Azorin Blanco named MOSI chair Nov 3, 2009
Owner of Villa Rosa Distinctive Linens in Tampa, Blanco was the first Hispanic woman on the board, on which she still serves. She has also served on the Mayor s Hispanic Advisory Council for 22 years, serving as its chair for eight years. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Valley not alone as infestation creeps in Nov 3, 2009
They should strip back linens and look in the crevices of mattresses. Look for reddish-brown streaks, which are trails of excrement left from feeding on blood. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
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He settled into a new career selling linens to nursing homes, and assumed he wouldn't take a restoration job again. Enter Loren Smith, who cochairs the property committee at First Christian Church. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Commercial property transactions Nov 1, 2009
- Breeze Linens Inc. leased 1,780 square feet for a five-year term at Metro Commerce Center, 11220 Metro Parkway, Fort Myers. Breeze Linens supplies linens to the hospitality industry. (The News-Press -- Business)
Joplin man restores historic stained glass Nov 1, 2009
He settled into a new career selling linens to nursing homes, and assumed he wouldn't take a restoration job again. Enter Loren Smith, who cochairs the property committee at First Christian Church. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Can't Get There From Here- Entering Grumpytown Oct 30, 2009
Linens and Things, maybe. Q What about Ames or Zayre. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
More temporary stores 'pop up' for Halloween, Christmas, etc. Oct 30, 2009
Spirit Halloween's 750 store locations include 49 Linens 'n Things and 83 Circuit City locations. Spencer's has been operating the stores for five years, and the chain has grown almost five times in size in that time, CEO Steven Silverstein says. (USA Today -- Money)
http://www.mexconnect.com/en/articles/1972-the- Oct 29, 2009
November 2: the Day of the Dead : Mexico Culture & Arts. See all articles tagged. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
9 to 5 to 9: Husbands who do housework and wives who cower in their wake Oct 27, 2009
"Nah, it looks bad. I'll change it." I dodged as he rounded the corner toward the linens. Then came the guys' bathroom. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
How to spot a hotel in foreclosure Oct 25, 2009
"For example, it is not unusual for owners to remove any furniture or equipment that they can remove without being obvious, or to divert certain orders, like food or linens, for resale," she says. A careful guest might have known about the hotel's problem by looking up the property's legal description in the county's records. (CNN -- Travel)
POLICE REPORTS Oct. 8-14 Oct 23, 2009
9:36 a.m. 5000 block SH 121, TVs and bed linens stolen from hotel room. 10:47 a.m. 8000 block Preston Road, Chase Bank robbed. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
For Halloween stores, there’s an upside to economic downturn Oct 23, 2009
Empty retail space from the closings of Circuit City, Mervyns, Linens N Things, and Home Depot s Expo Design Center have given the temporary stores plenty to work with. Suzanne Mulvee, senior economist at Property & Portfolio Research, estimates there is 269 million more square feet in vacant retail space - the equivalent of about 5,000 full-size Best Buy stores - across the country compared with a year ago. (Boston Globe)
How to Simply Sort Out Your Kids' Room Oct 23, 2009
STORAGE NEWSPRINT BINS () Our Newsprint Bins are a stylish and eco-friendly solution for collecting mail, newspapers, magazines, books and linens. They are designed specifically to fit on 12" and 16" elfa Shelving. (CBS News)
Long-Term Problems, Lasting Solutions Oct 21, 2009
LACD helped establish a sewing co-op, enabling Calishuate women to sew those uniforms and to make and sell linens for income. Another example: Tainted water was causing chronic diarrhea among residents of Potrilleros. (Realtor Magazine Online)
Health / Fitness Snapshots Oct 21, 2009
Wash towels, sheets and other linens in hot water when you have a cut or sore. When treating an infection, use antibiotics exactly as directed by your doctor, closely adhering to your prescribed dosages. (Montana Standard, MT)
Third annual Mission of Deeds pick up in Winchester next week Oct 17, 2009
The Mission relies solely on the generosity of the public, accepting donations of furniture, such as tables and chairs, bureaus, coffee and end tables, linens, pots and pans, silverware, and other household goods in good, usable condition. The following items are not accepted: televisions, computers, air conditioners, pull out sleep sofas, platform and trundle beds, large desks and office furniture, large appliances, clothes, food, and toys. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
New second-hand store opens in West Boxford Oct 17, 2009
A quick tour of attractive the shop shows an interesting and eclectic mix of merchandise ranging from vintage toys, linens, glassware, oil paintings, prints to paint decorated furniture. Located on the parking lot level of the West Village Shops, corner of Main Street and Route 133, the new multi-dealer store offers delightful mix of vintage gifts, second hand treasures and even a few antiques. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
Can't sell? Wary of being a landlord? Try corporate housing instead Oct 17, 2009
"I quickly updated the floors, gave the property a fresh coat of paint, and purchased new furnishings and linens," she says. Within three days of listing her property online, Webb had booked her first tenant. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
SUBASE honors World War II hero Rear Admiral O'Kane in building re-dedication Oct 15, 2009
Room amenities include 35" flat screen televisions, upgraded mattresses and linens, and Keurig single-serving coffee service. Two 650 square-foot VIP suites offer separate bedroom and living spaces complete with kitchenettes, dining room areas, and 42" flat screen televisions. The entire facility benefits from Free Wireless internet (WIFI), a Meeting and Conference Room, and a Business Center with computers and printers. (The Dolphin, CT)
Martha Stewart Weddings Celebrates 15th Anniversary and Provides Winter Brides Bevy of Offerings to Plan Their Big Day Oct 15, 2009
In addition, the Martha Stewart Collection exclusively at Macy's, which ranges from linens and kitchenware to fine china with Wedgwood, is the No. 1 brand on Macy's bridal registry. In 2008, MSLO took an equity stake in pingg. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
20 years of sharing medical cast-offs Oct 14, 2009
The hundreds of items collected include blood-pressure units, scales, mattresses, beds, cribs, crutches, intravenous poles, chairs, furniture, file cabinets, linens, plastic gloves, syringes, bandages and suture materials. In 2006, Global Links shipped 423 mattresses and 295 hospital beds. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Hotel Highland named best hotel in Birmingham Oct 14, 2009
CitySpur said Hotel Highland was the city s premier boutique hotel, offering Brazillian bed linens and selected handcraft furnishings from Brazil. The hotel has 63 rooms and recently received a contemporary makeover, said a news release. (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)
Thousands of meals are put together in the course of a seven-day cruise. Photo by Ellen Sussman | Special to the Green Valley News Oct 13, 2009
A flat press machine presses, folds and stacks sheets and linens in seconds too fast for a point-and-shoot camera to catch. There s a steam press for crew uniforms and passengers clothing. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Holiday sales events at warehouses, outlets Oct 12, 2009
The following businesses are bursting at the seams with discounted items for the home: linens, furniture, kitchenware, accessories and more ... Then move on to the tables in the warehouse piled high with the luxury European linens imported by SDH. Sale items include seconds, samples, overruns and discontinued inventory of the company's lines including Legna and Purists ... Other enticements: footed cake plates from $15 to $30; first-quality Fleur de Lys and Bee jacquard patterned linens... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Buying into a franchise can take uncertainty out of getting started Oct 11, 2009
In March, she was ready to sign a lease on a store next to Linens N Things in Seekonk when the big-box retailer went out of business; fearing the loss of traffic, she decided not to sign. Now, she s ready again, reviewing another lease for the same space, now that an electronics retailer will be her neighbor in the formerly vacant 33,000-square-foot space. (Boston Globe)
Blackmon: Athens must deal with jail overcrowding Oct 11, 2009
By basic human dignity, I mean a place that's safe to sleep at night, not pillow-top mattresses and fine linens. I mean a place to handle bodily functions that affords some small modicum of privacy, not individual private baths. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Founder of the Little Sisters canonized Oct 11, 2009
A huge window with a view of Mount Washington lights a dining area where all but the sickest patients eat at tables adorned with linens and flowers. "If you can't feed yourself, there is always someone to feed you," said Nena Kochman, 87, formerly of Bethel Park, who moved in two years ago. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Great Lavender Products to Heal and... Oct 10, 2009
Nothing speaks of loving care for clothes and linens better than a lavender sachet tucked in drawers, closets, and chests ... It works wonders to freshen up and personalize hotel rooms and offices and is heavenly when sprayed on bed linens. (Suite101.com)
Big-box retail accounts for half of Phoenix-area vacancies Oct 9, 2009
The list of major retailers closing stores or going out of business altogether is long. Schuck quickly ticked of a list including: Mervyn s, Linens n Things, Circuit City, Shoe Pavilion, Bashas /Food City/AJ s, Kmart, Costco Home, Home Depot Expo, E&J s Designer Shoes, Robb & Stucky, Sedona Patio, CL Home, Showcase Entertainment, Levitz and Cost Plus World Market. On the other hand, there is a bit growth in retail real estate. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Celebrate Oktoberfest at Depot Court building Oct. 16 Oct 9, 2009
Mariposa Body, opened by owner Cindy Doody, occupies a calming second floor space consisting of two treatment rooms with organic flannel linens and sustainable environmentally conscience products. Massage is offered in a variety of styles - traditional Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue work, Sports Massage, Neuromuscular Therapy, Trigger Point Therapy, Hot Stone Massage, Reflexology, Pre Natal and others. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
Community Bulletin Board: Oct. 8 Oct 9, 2009
The Tollhouse Shop at Wellesley Historical Society, 229 Washington St., offers gently used china, 7silverware, glassware, linens, collectibles and gifts for sale ... The Tollhouse Shop at Wellesley Historical Society, 229 Washington St., offers gently used china, silverware, glassware, linens, collectibles and gifts for sale. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Oniontown notes Oct 9, 2009
Residents are invited to bring old books, videos and DVDs for Got Books; clothing, shoes, linens, etc. including clean although raggy items (there is a market, apparently), for Big Brother/Big Sister; paper for shredding by ProShred (first two boxes free, subsequent boxes $5 each); metal for town s metal box; and electronics, including computer hard drives. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Bonna Terra, Sharpsburg Oct 8, 2009
Butcher paper would be more elegant than the single layer of patched and wrinkled white linens that cover the tables. For the most part, service transcends the setting. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Mass. companies join forces on retail strategy Oct 7, 2009
CB Richard Ellis is forming a joint venture with Grossman Commercial Real Estate Group, whose principals have represented Puma, Linens N Things, and drugstores. The new entity, to be called CBRE/Grossman Retail Advisors, should be a formidable player in the region s retail market. (Boston Globe)
Put our children first Oct 7, 2009
Now, Minerva Guerrero hovers close to her 41-year-old son, making a mental list of the day ahead: she must change his bed linens, nurse him, pick up his new prescriptions. Sixty miles away and days later, Dominic Zamora rages at his father, who suspects he bought a house in someone else's name. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Happiness expert among Town Hall lecturers Oct 6, 2009
Now, Minerva Guerrero hovers close to her 41-year-old son, making a mental list of the day ahead: she must change his bed linens, nurse him, pick up his new prescriptions ... Now, Minerva Guerrero hovers close to her 41-year-old son, making a mental list of the day ahead: she must change his bed linens, nurse him, pick up his new prescriptions. (Fresno Bee)
HouseWorks: These are the things I believe Oct 5, 2009
Now, despite the bizarre proliferation of green upholstery and linens in the new-new house, I like yellow. Also that brownish orange that calls itself terra cotta. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
The 'Vacancy' Blight: Finding New Uses for Empty Stores Oct 4, 2009
Spaces that used to house Radio Shacks and Linens 'N Things now serve as libraries, auction houses, TV studios, even block-long billboards to advertise other stores and brands. Such endeavors are not going to solve the retail real estate glut. (Time.com)
On a budget this holiday season? Luxury gifts you can afford Oct 4, 2009
If the recipient is big into purses, look for bags made from linens and light-weight fabrics ... For the professional female, look for a cool warm-weather suit made from flowing linens. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Should you rent or buy this stuff? Oct 3, 2009
What's available: Linens, tableware, decorations, chandeliers, ice cream trucks, chocolate fountains, bubble machines, photo booths, arcade games, and, yes, jukeboxes ... "Can I see and/or test the item before I rent it?" Case in point: It's a smart move to make sure there are no stains on those party linens. (CNN)
Green Thumbs: Harvest and preserve your tender treasures Oct 2, 2009
I dash around my yard as darkness falls, covering annual plantings and frost-sensitive vegetables with old bed linens or strips of burlap. Tender tropical plants are hurriedly yanked from the ground and haphazardly tossed into empty pots and boxes while colorful container gardens, houseplants, and potted herbs and vegetables are hauled into my garage and sunroom. (Hanover Mariner, MA)
Alleged rape on campus leaves students worried Oct 1, 2009
The student's phone and bed linens were taken as evidence. During the first week of school, students received a Gold Alert message stating that a sexual assault had occurred at Buccaneer Ridge and that the suspect had not been apprehended. (East Tennessean, TN)
Scene & Herd: A writing experiment pays off Oct 1, 2009
Opening day of the Lexington Historical Society s collection of vintage textiles exhibit at the Arts and Crafts Society, 130 Waltham St. From 2-4 p.m. old quilts, linens and other textiles can be appraised for a $5 donation. Sunday Energy Savings Fair 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Depot, Lexington Center sponsored by the Lexington Global Warming Action Coalition. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Round Top Antiques Fair opens today Oct 1, 2009
In nearby Carmine, Carmine Dance Hall will feature antique furniture and whimsical art, tantique jewelry, linens, accessories, and gorgeous silver, china, crystal and glassware. Carmine Dance Hall is also hosting a Getting to Know You party Friday evening until 8. (Brenham Banner, TX)
More of this story Sep 30, 2009
This year the sale has 35-40 individuals who have committed to participate offering new and good used items, antiques, collectibles, books, linens, glassware, kitchen items, rugs, toys, children's clothing and adult clothing, mums, crafts, funnel cakes, cold drinks, sandwiches and Mexican food. The Portland Volunteer Fire Department will be selling barbecue pulled pork plates as their main fund raiser of the year. (Hamburg Ashley County Ledger, AR)
Specialty grocers shop for sites Sep 30, 2009
Each grocer is leery of its competitor knowing where it might land, considering they re both looking at empty spaces formerly occupied by Mervyn s, Linens N Things and Circuit City. Too much competition. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Clergy-abuse settlements add turmoil to trauma Sep 30, 2009
Now Minerva Guerrero hovers close to her 41-year-old son, making a mental list of the day ahead: She must change his bed linens, care for him, pick up his new prescriptions. Sixty miles away and days later, Dominic Zamora rages at his father, who suspects he bought a house in someone else's name. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Kits for condos Sep 30, 2009
Martin's company, Lodging Kit Co., supplies house wares, linens, decorations and other furnishings to hotels, condominiums and timeshares. "Next month this company will be 20 years old," he said. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
Zap! Pow! Home decor gets a pop art punch Sep 30, 2009
Design studio French Bull, known for melamine dishware and coordinating linens in contemporary patterns, has several with a touch of Pop, including Ring, Mosaic and Pink Paisley. They've also got a new line of porcelain mugs printed with kicky Pop-Arty astrological motifs. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Storage Solutions for Small Spaces Sep 24, 2009
Placing units for holding paper products, toiletries, or linens in these spaces will provide extra storage without taking up valuable floor space ... Some items, such as linens, look nice when neatly folded and stored on shelves. (Suite101.com)
Bed Bath & Beyond Second Quarter Net Rises Sep 24, 2009
Former rival Linens 'n Things closed its doors after filing for bankruptcy protection last year. Bed Bath d has seen its margins improve since the demise of Linens 'n Things eliminated the need for it to match that struggling retailer's aggressive couponing. (ABC News -- Wire)
Wedding Catering Basics Sep 24, 2009
According to the editors of Bride Magazine, roughly 47 percent of a wedding's budget will be spent on the reception, which can include decorations, chair and place setting rentals, linens, and of course, food and beverage. That being said, the following are a few considerations to keep in mind when beginning to plan a wedding menu. (Suite101.com)
Editors notes: Cleaning by calendar Sep 23, 2009
The cottage had most of the necessary equipment from furniture and linens to pots and pans and appliances, mostly hand-me-downs relegated there when we got something new. But moving, even for just a couple of months, still required a lot of sorting through and cleaning out. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Newsweek: Companies overhype the 'green' angle Sep 23, 2009
"Haven't you heard? Being green goes directly to your bottom line." The site explains that by getting guests to recycle towels and linens, hotels can save 5 percent on utility bills. Testimonials from the group's members show that those guilt-inducing cards really work. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Top 5 quirky, luxurious boutique hotels Sep 22, 2009
In each of the five guest rooms, which have a separate entrance, heavy cream drapes, soft white Bellora linens, rich dark woods and carefully chosen art pieces suggest rigorous editing and impeccable taste. White marble gleams in the bathrooms, and little balconies jut jauntily out over the garden greenery. (MSNBC -- Travel)
More ATL buildings go green Sep 20, 2009
Green is fast gaining acceptance as a way to not only save money on energy and operating costs in buildings, but also as a way to lure tenants, qualify for tax breaks and attract clients, whether they are environmentally conscious companies or leisure travelers who prefer hotels that conserve water by washing linens less. Green buildings fetched higher rent and had fewer vacancies than other buildings of similar age, size and location, according to a recent analysis by real estate researcher... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
