New Jersey’s Best Downtown (according to nj.com readers two years in row) is pulling out all the stops to attract shoppers to its streets on Black Friday and Sm...
It’s not only the most wonderful time of the year, it’s also the most profitable for many businesses! And, while Black Friday has earned its place on the calend...
Shoppers who descend on Park Avenue in Scotch Plains Centre will be greeted with freebies including hot chocolate, snacks and most importantly goodie bags chock full of deals and discounts from area merchants.
“Giveaway bags with coupons for parti...
High End Cigars, an upscale specialty tobacco retailer in Scotch Plains, continues to generate a lot buzz for its offerings at its stylish location on Route 22,...
A new contemporary art gallery has set up shop this Fall in Downtown Westfield. The 411 Gallery specializes in offering fine art for purchase, exhibitions, cons...
With the Christmas and holiday shopping season fast approaching, The Town Book Store (TBS) in Downtown Westfield explained why it’s such an important time for independent retailers.
“I cannot believe that I am facing down my 13th holiday season at...
New age retail has experienced a boom of late as more people turn to its spiritual practices and beliefs. In Westfield, The Psychic Boutique offers a full array...
If you’re a local knitter, you probably know Karen Posniak.
Not only is she the owner of the popular Do Ewe Knit in Fanwood, she’s a pro on social media, a p...
It’s been a local storefront dedicated to selling shoes of all sizes and styles since the 1950s. But, when you step inside 82 Elm Street in Downtown, while it’s still a destination for footwear, it’s now under new ownership and flying under the newly...
After more than a decade of offering a fine selection of vintage retail, Winterhill Antiques in Scotch Plains Centre has closed its doors. The shop at 425 Park ...
Got gemstones?
Garwood is now home to the newest New Age boutique in the area. The local shop at 245 South Avenue, which held its ribbon cutting on Jun. 28, ...
The lighting, furniture and interior design company, Design Hub, that made a name for itself in Millburn, is set to celebrate its Grand Opening this October at its second retail location. The new spot on Elm Street in Downtown Westfield has been part...
A Downtown Cranford business is being praised for its support of a local campaign to start the new school year off on the right foot for kids.
Along with Tow...
The Farmhouse Store on East Broad Street in Downtown Westfield and its Outlet on South Avenue in Garwood are the “Favorite Independent Shop” of New Jersey Famil...
No shrinkage here!
While many in the retail industry are facing tough decisions about how to adapt to the disruption created by online competition and the likes of Amazon, one Westfield establishment is happily bucking that trend. Opened in town i...