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What's in your bag? The bargain edition
Now more than ever, shoppers are bagging bargains—and bragging about it. It's not just about curbing our spending in a recession. It's also boasting about our savvy shopping "savings." In the last week, a friend ripped off her heavy coat to...Tags: Munster, Macy's, Park Ridge, Wilmette, Wrigleyville
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Talbots accepts $369-million takeover after rejecting higher bids
Sycamore Partners is buying Talbots Inc. for $369-million, plus debt -- a steal considering that the struggling women’s retailer had snubbed earlier, higher bids. The private equity firm will take over Talbots for $2.75 a share in a board-...Tags: Kmart, Google+, JC Penney Company Inc.
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Hot Topic acquired by private equity firm Sycamore for $600 million
Brooding-teen retailer Hot Topic Inc. is about to become family with Talbots Inc., an apparel chain beloved by moms. Hot Topic, a mall staple based in City of Industry, is being sold for $600 million to Sycamore Partners, the private equity firm that...
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Naperville's wave of prosperity
Special to the TribuneNamed the second best place to live in America by Money magazine in 2006 and pulling in the No. 3 spot in 2008, Naperville has grown into one of Illinois' largest cities while retaining much of its small-town charm. The accolades from Money capped...Tags: Tellabs Incorporated, Highway Transportation, Restaurant and Catering Industry, Naperville, OfficeMax Inc.
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Block thieving hands sneaking into your purse
Dear Answer Angel: I'm hoping you could write a column on security when shopping. Just this past week I was pick-pocketed. I realized it five minutes later. Needless to say, I have been busy filling out reports and replacing cards that were stolen. It's a...Tags: Companies and Corporations, Vehicles, Crimes, Theft, Crime, Law and Justice
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A younger, hipper Ann Taylor
Los Angeles Times Fashion CriticAnn Taylor is in the midst of an extreme makeover. The women's apparel chain is trying to shake its "Corporate Cathy" image with the help of a design overhaul, updated stores and a new celebrity spokeswoman — Naomi Watts — all in a bid to...Tags: Times Square, Entertainment, Heidi Klum, Fashion Shows, Frida Kahlo
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Shopping: Baxter of California celebrates 45th anniversary
Special to the Los Angeles TimesBaxter of California turns 45 this year and is celebrating with a new barbershop — the recently opened Baxter Finley Barber & Shop on La Cienega Boulevard — along with redesigned packaging and special anniversary merchandise that includes a...Tags: Williams-Sonoma Inc., Los Angeles, California, Human Interest, K-Swiss Incorporated
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CBS to present the Grammy Awards -- of 1958
Apparently, “The Twilight Zone” was more than just a TV show. It was real. How do I know? Because we’ve just gone back in time. You may think it’s February 2013, but it’s actually February 1958. Or at least it is at CBS....Tags: Entertainment Events, Johnnie Walker, Buddy Holly, Grammy Awards, Justin Bieber
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New retailers coming to Lynchburg shopping center
Reporter/Lynchburg Bureau ChiefSome popular women's retailers are coming to Lynchburg. "LOFT" is opening a new location at the Boonsboro Shopping Center. The store is owned by the Ann Taylor company and offers clothing for young adults. Owners of the shopping center, which is more...Tags: Lynchburg (Lynchburg, Virginia), Ann Taylor, LOFT
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Talbots takeover collapses; retailer's stock plunges
For all its flirting, private equity firm Sycamore Partners didn’t want to commit in the end to Talbots Inc., breaking off talks to buy the struggling women’s retailer for $215 million. Talbots’ stock sank 36%, sinking 92 cents to $1....Tags: Kmart, Google+, JC Penney Company Inc., Ann Taylor
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Mid-Atlantic casinos listing
Pennsylvania Harrah's Chester Casino & Racetrack This destination offers services 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. Not only does Harrah's provide gaming action, but guests can also enjoy simulcasting and live racing. At Harrah's...Tags: Entertainment, Sports, Arts and Culture, Health, Seafood
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Talbots gets a sweetened $211 million buyout offer from Sycamore
Struggling women’s clothing retailer TheTalbots Inc.is considering an improved takeover offer worth nearly $211 million from New York private equity firm Sycamore Partners. Sycamore is now proposing a $3.05-per-share deal for the Hingham, Mass.,...
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