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Stratford, ON (May 20, 2010) — A provincial board in Ontario has upheld the city of Stratford's decision to reject proposals for a cluster of new stores, including a Wal-Mart supercenter, ruling that the proposals "are neither in the public interest nor represent good planning."
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Eagle, CO (Jan. 5, 2010) — Voters in Eagle, Colorado, soundly defeated a proposed big-box lifestyle center yesterday in an election that saw the highest turnout in town history.
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Locally Owned vs. Chain: The Local Premium


Locally Owned vs. Chain: The Local Premium

While dollars spent at locally owned stores stimulate the local economy, dollars spent at chains are siphoned out of the community. (1 page)

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