Retailers weighed in on sales, traffic and their optimism. The takeaway? While the global pandemic has made an indelible mark, there are some brighter-than-expected results.

The airport retailer now owns more than 1,000 stores in airport, commuter hub, landmark, and tourist locations.

While some call it an outlet, Ann Marie Santarelli calls it an addiction. But, she said, knitting is the only addiction she knows of that doesn’t have adverse consequences. “You’re not smoking pot or drinking booze or selling your soul in the street,” Santarelli said. “They call it the new yoga. Because you focus on your work, it takes you away from the negative for a while.”

John Welling has been named as senior vice president Merchandise Planning, Allocation & Operations where he will be responsible for helping lead the transformation of Bed Bath & Beyond's inventory planning and replenishment strategy.

“We are dedicated to providing the communities we serve the best groceries at the lowest possible prices, and we look forward to introducing Monmouth Junction to their new neighborhood grocery store,” said Bob Grammer, Aldi's Center Valley division vice president.

"The timely completion of these transactions represents another important milestone in our comprehensive plan to simplify our portfolio, unlock the potential of our business and extend our authority in the home, baby, beauty and wellness markets," said President and CEO Mark Tritton.

NEST has responded to over 4,300 emergency cleaning calls year-to-date from 40 major retailers throughout the nation and Canada; and has completed more than 500,000 jobs this year including preventative and non-emergency work.

"This is a momentous time for the company as we head into the holiday season with a positive outlook on the toy market backed by an experienced leadership team and best-in-class global partners," said CEO Richard Barry.

The brand has found success in the U.S. market thus far through Macy’s, QVC, Amazon and Zappos. This is its first brick and mortar store in the country.

According to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, the parties engaged in multiple violations of the state's Consumer Fraud Act by failing to properly collect and/or dispose of electronic devices and failing to properly provide pharmacies with appropriate training on properly handling the electronic personal health information contained on them.

Operating out of a Cresskill warehouse, ShopWorn sells nearly new luxury items to customers around the world.