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October sales were up over the same period last year, but only slightly, signaling a slow-down in consumer spending just as the holiday shopping season begins, the National Retail Federation reported yesterday.

The Coffee Beanery is out with a scratch-and-win game to get people into its stores.

Heinz is once again looking for a good tailgate recipe, offering a reward of tickets to the Super Bowl.

E-mail technology provider Responsys announced today it has partnered with print-on-demand firm Integrato.

Toyota is driving tire purchases at its dealerships with a free gas offer.

People who buy four new tires at a participating Toyota Tire Center will receive a $50 Fill It Up gas card redeemable at any station that accepts American Express cards.

Blockbuster Canada is out with a new program that rewards customers for their in-store movie purchases with e-coupons.

Wendy’s is giving away up to 100 million songs as part of a partnership with the Rhapsody music site to customers who buy its combo meals.

Bluegrass Promotional Marketing has merged with High Profile, a 16-year-old firm specializing in promotional products.

U.S. shoppers plan to spend $26.3 billion on gift cards this year, up 6% compared to last year, according to a recent survey.

ADVERTISING SPECIALTY INSTITUTE: has upgraded its ESP Online software with new features for distributors.