Shelves were bare in some stores across Connecticut as people said they were stocking up for the unknown.

The governors of Connecticut, New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania have ordered all malls, bowling alleys and amusement parks closed to slow the spread of the coronavirus.

The Connecticut Post Mall in Milford will temporarily close to help stop the spread of the coronavirus. The closure will take effect Thursday, March 19. Company officials did not give a specific date for reopening, but said they would monitor the status of COVID-19 in their area. Gov. Ned Lamont issued an executive order requiring bars and restaurants to close,…

It is a similar scene across the state: empty shelves at supermarkets. On Friday morning, several grocery stores in Connecticut had lines out the door. NBC Connecticut visited the Big Y in Groton where workers said they saw a steady flow of shoppers all day. Shelves that are supposed to hold disinfectant wipes and toilet paper were completely empty. “I…

Barneys New York, which once reigned in the world of high fashion, officially shut down its stores. The iconic department store retailer, founded in 1923, closed up shop on Feb. 23 and more than 700 employees its flagship store on Madison Avenue, its Chelsea location and its outlet at Woodbury Common in Central Valley were expected to lose their jobs….

We’ve created a list of your favorite stores (Amazon, Target, Nordstrom and more!) that have great sales and deals for Presidents Day weekend. Whether you’re looking for a few new spring outfits or wanting to splurge on something larger like a TV or mattress, we’ve got you covered with plenty of options!

Macy’s announced they will be shuttering 125 stores over the next three years, exiting struggling malls and focusing on building smaller stores in strip centers.

Personalized robes, Bertie Bott’s Every Flavor Beans, and a new range of house wands will be available exclusively at the Manhattan store

The company said the store is slated to close sometimes in the coming six to eight weeks.

Connecticut’s Department of Consumer Protection is urging consumers to return or exchange unwanted holiday gifts as soon as possible. The agency typically receives about 500 complaints about refunds, credit, and exchanges each year. But the agency received 714 complaints in 2019. ″“We’re encouraging consumers to handle any returns or exchanges as soon as they’re able,” Consumer Protection Commissioner Michelle H….

On Thursday crowded malls were full of holiday shoppers making use of their new gift cards or making returns.

A new survey found that most people assume they will make at least one return this holiday season

Holiday shopping doesn’t end with Christmas. Shoppers can take advantage of fatter discounts on clothing, home decor and other items between Christmas and well into January. In fact, a National Retail Federation survey of nearly 8,000 adults conducted Nov. 27 through Dec. 5 found that 68% of holiday consumers will likely shop the week after Christmas. Nearly 50% plan to…

It’s the busiest shopping and shipping time of the year, and Amazon’s North Haven fulfillment center is booming.

Certified Etiquette Educator Karen Thomas explained what you should keep in mind.

These tips will help you maximize your Black Friday shopping.

Sunday kicked off a week when you don’t have to pay sales tax on most clothing and footwear in Connecticut.

The 2019 annual Connecticut sales tax-free week will begin Sunday, Aug. 18 and go through Saturday, Aug. 24.

 The extra cost women pay for products is often referred to as the “pink tax.” Here are some ways to avoid paying more.

Taylor visited Beth Chapman at The White Dress on the Shore in Clinton, and even tried on a gown!