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Saturday, November 24, 2012

Shop Locally in Milford on Small Business Saturday on Nov. 24

Start your holiday shopping at locally owned stores during Small Business Saturday.

Small Business Saturday is on Nov. 24 this year, two days after Thanksgiving. It is a day for everyone to support the small businesses that their community thrives on. American Express founded the day in 2010 to help small businesses get exposure during the holiday season, when they might be otherwise overlooked. With retailers buzzing around the holidays, it is important to support local small businesses that rely on their neighbors in order to continue prospering and building the local economy in Milford. Last year, 100 million people nationwide participated in Small Business Saturday by shopping at locally owned stores to help boost the economy and their communities. Where can you shop in a locally owned store in Milford? Stores from …

Ray Fellows

11:04 am on Saturday, November 24, 2012

I always try to shop locally but only to businesses that invest in their community. As the director of a Milford childrens nonprofit, that is even more important to me now. I know when I was on the milford youth baseball board, Franks Appliances was always a solid contributor to the program. My boys played on several Frank's teams. I have purchased my washer and dryers, refrigerator and stoves …   more ›

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