A proposed federal law to protect consumers and workers could become the first major update to the Toxic Substances Control Act in about 40 years. U.S. House and Senate negotiators this month came to an agreement to help set safety standards for unregulated chemicals, according …
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Due to new federal regulations, many more American workers will soon be eligible for overtime pay, and the effects could be extensive. The new regulations are causing concern in the retail industry because, under the new overtime rules, many store managers and assistant managers …
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J.C. Penney is scaling up its home products business this year, and venturing back into appliance sales at 500 stores after a decades-long hiatus. The changes are coming after a successful appliance pilot program in three markets and under the leadership of CEO Marvin …
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Lowe’s Canada is growing its presence, and part of that process includes moving into former Target buildings. The first location in an old Target Canada store is slated to open in late summer on Vancouver Island, says Lowe’s Canada spokeswoman Sandy Indig …
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The housing market has been recovering, but the reason for the increase in the price of homes isn’t all good news. A growing shortage of homebuilders and home improvement professionals due to a major skills gap is delaying building projects, …
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This year marks the 20th anniversary of the North American Retail Hardware Association’s (NRHA) Young Retailer of the Year awards program. To celebrate, we’re checking in with a few past winners to see what they’ve been up to, both personally …
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Recent shootings and other workplace violence on the news are enough to make any store owner uneasy, but some practical steps in parking lots can improve security for your employees and customers. Incidents of workplace violence have not been tracked thoroughly, but some data from 2003 to 2008 …
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Home improvement customers now have a one-stop online shop for purchasing installation services along with products such as ceiling fans, light fixtures and appliances. Porch, which is an online service for helping consumers find local home improvement professionals, and Wayfair, a web seller …
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