More From Elizabeth Morrow
Harmful Chemicals Found in Children’s Products in New York State
Products from Pink Crush and Hello Kitty were found to contain harmful chemicals, according to a study.
Men’s Retailer Rodino’s to Close
Rodino's saw business decline after the retirement of its resident tailor two years ago.
Retail Crime Legislation Heads to N.Y. Governor’s Office
Legislation to cut down on organized retail theft crime has passed the Senate and Assembly and has been sent…
Gap to Create 1,200 Jobs in New York
The company's distribution center in Fishkill, N.Y. will have a capital investment of $96 million, creating…
Guess to Issue Sustainability Report
The brand will share its efforts to combat different risks including workplace safety and environmental risks…
Minimum Wage Increase Addressed
The implementation of the $9-an-hour minimum-wage increase and move to tie future increases to inflation has…
Michael Kors Heading Upstate
The designer has signed a lease for a new store at Crossgates Mall in Albany, N.Y., to open next spring…
Revamped Lord & Taylor Unit to Open in Albany
The retailer will return to Crossgates Mall after an eight-year hiatus.
‘I Shop New York’ Initiative Launched
The aim of the statewide campaign is to boost consumer awareness of New York retailers.
Grandoe Corp. Sold to Totes-Isotoner
Grandoe closed its tanning business some 20 years ago, but remained in the packaging and distribution of…
New York Passes Minimum Wage Increase
The increase to $8 an hour in 2014, to $8.75 in 2015 and to $9 in 2016 comes with a high cost to taxpayers.
New York to Raise Minimum Wage
The increase will be phased in over a three-year period from $7.25 to $8 an hour by Jan. 1, 2014; $8 to $8.75…
Workers Campaign Against Sweat Shops on New York State Tour
Participants work at overseas factories owned and contracted by Gildan Activewear, supplier of New York State…
Gov. Cuomo’s Wage Hike Proposal Draws Concern From Retailers
N.Y. governor wants minimum wage to jump to $8.75 from $7.25.
New York Passes Clothing Sales Tax Rise
The New York Assembly passed legislation last night to include the sales tax on clothing and footwear under…