Monthly Archives: December 2009

Shoppers Accidentally Charged Double on Black Friday

A growing number of Toys “R” Us shoppers on the East Coast have come forward to say that in the scrum of Black Friday sales, the toy retailer charged them twice by accident. Sales errors have been reported in New York, Florida, and Georgia, with more complaints coming in as consumers check their statements, but Toys [...]

This Christmas, “Going Green” Will Cost Some Green

Americans have been increasingly interested in “going green,” seeking out products seen as being friendlier to the environment. Retailers have been quick to capitalize on this desire, and this season the eco-trend of the moment is the rented Christmas tree. The Living Christmas Co., based in Torrance, is offering potted, 2- to 7-foot-tall Christmas trees [...]