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6 days agoNews TalkComments Off on Iconic fashion retailer with 227 branches to close ‘fantastic’ store within HOURS as shoppers warn of ‘big mistake’
A NOSTALGIC fashion retailer with over 227 branches is closing one of its “fantastic” stores within hours – much to the dismay of shoppers.
High street favourite Bonmarché is set to close its branch in Arnold, Nottingham, on September 22.
Shoppers fear the loss of the store will have devastating effects on the local communityBonmarché is closing due to the landlord putting up rent costs
Now, shoppers fear the loss of the store will have devastating effects on the local community.
It appears the closure is due to the retail unit’s landlord increasing rent costs.
MP Michael Payne wrote a letter to the company’s retailer director, outlining the importance of the store and the hole it will leave in the people’s hearts, should it close.
He wrote: “Bonmarché has been part of our community for many years, offering an essential service to numerous residents, including those with limited mobility who find it difficult to shop elsewhere or prefer not to shop online.
“The store has also been a vital source of employment for many dedicated staff members who have consistently contributed to the company and local area.”
The MP also posted a pic of the letter to Facebook on August 5, and many equally disappointed shoppers shared their thoughts.
One wrote: “Being the father of one of the members of staff affected, I have seen the dedication she has put into the store to make it now profitable with the support of fantastic staff.
“Big loss to Arnold town centre and all age groups who don’t like going into town or shop online.
“Bonmarche, You are making a big mistake.”
While a second said: “Please no. I use this store a lot and the staff are always so friendly and helpful.
“It’d be a huge loss for Arnold and for me.”
And a third commented: “This is ridiculous. It’s the one place you can get good quality clothes to fit all sizes and shapes.
“Please stay open and thank you Michael for your efforts.”
Meanwhile, another person posted to Facebook to spread the word of the shock closure.
One wrote: “What is happening with Arnold town centre most of that side is closed. Hope we not losing Arnold town centre.”
A second person said: “Bonmarché have been struggling for years, nothing to do with Arnold, lots of there stores are closing in December.”
In response, a third person said: “They should have adapted for all ages and realised older women do not like to show bony necks.
“And sold more smaller sizes.”
Targeted at the over 50s, the store offers a variety of women’s clothing in sizes 10-28.
Only last year the retailer experienced a promising rise in popularity, due to numerous branch openings.
This came after it fell into administration in 2019.
Recent store closures in Arnold
Bonmarché
Nene’s Flowers
Sully’s Bistro
Arnold Top Clean
On the brighter side, in September, Bonmarché posted on Facebook to announce the opening of a brand new store in York.
One shopped expressed their excitement: “It will be good to have Bon Marche back in York.
“I will certainly be shopping there but maybe not today! Hope it does well.”
While another wrote: “How about reopening our much missed Macclesfield store?”
And a third wrote: “Congratulations York, maybe Plymouth in the future!!”
Why are retailers closing shops?
EMPTY shops have become an eyesore on many British high streets and are often symbolic of a town centre’s decline.
The Sun’s business editor Ashley Armstrong explains why so many retailers are shutting their doors.
In many cases, retailers are shutting stores because they are no longer the money-makers they once were because of the rise of online shopping.
Falling store sales and rising staff costs have made it even more expensive for shops to stay open. In some cases, retailers are shutting a store and reopening a new shop at the other end of a high street to reflect how a town has changed.
The problem is that when a big shop closes, footfall falls across the local high street, which puts more shops at risk of closing.
Retail parks are increasingly popular with shoppers, who want to be able to get easy, free parking at a time when local councils have hiked parking charges in towns.
Many retailers including Next and Marks & Spencer have been shutting stores on the high street and taking bigger stores in better-performing retail parks instead.
Boss Stuart Machin recently said that when it relocated a tired store in Chesterfield to a new big store in a retail park half a mile away, its sales in the area rose by 103 per cent.
In some cases, stores have been shut when a retailer goes bust, as in the case of Wilko, Debenhams Topshop, Dorothy Perkins and Paperchase to name a few.
What’s increasingly common is when a chain goes bust a rival retailer or private equity firm snaps up the intellectual property rights so they can own the brand and sell it online.
They may go on to open a handful of stores if there is customer demand, but there are rarely ever as many stores or in the same places.
6 days agoNews TalkComments Off on Iconic 90’s toy is making a comeback as owner opens first ever UK store – and global sales have DOUBLED
EVERYONE’S favourite nineties throwback toy is making a comeback, and its owner has opened the very first UK store.
Anyone who grew up in the period will remember the virtual pet craze that was the Tamagotchi.
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GettyAki Maita, the creator of the Tamagotchi, pictured in Paris in December 1997[/caption]
You cared for it, fed it, raised it… and then inevitably forgot about it and felt very guilty when it died.
Some kids even got their parents to care for their virtual pets during the day, after they were banned by schools.
Bandai Namco, Tamagotchi’s maker, has made several attempts to revive the brand in recent years.
However, their efforts have finally paid off, and now Tamagotchi has launched its first-ever UK store – a milestone it didn’t even achieve during its 1996 heyday.
The Tamagotchi Official Shop has now arrived at the Bandai Namco Cross Store in Camden, London.
The store in the Provender Building on Chalk Farm Road sells several different lines, including the Tamagotchi Original, Tamagotchi Connection, Tamagotchi Uni, and Tamagotchi Nano.
Global sales of the toy have more than doubled between 2022 and 2023.
However, the modern Tamagotchi isn’t the same thing you would have bought in the 1990s.
The virtual pet was officially relaunched in the UK in 2019.
It still looks the same – a garishly coloured egg with a small digital screen and buttons – but the actual toy has much more functionality.
Priya Jadeja, Tamagotchi brand manager, told BBC News: “Now you can connect with friends, you can play on Wi-Fi and download different items, and that’s really combating that sense of fatigue that you might have gotten with some earlier models.”
“When we relaunched, we thought it would be a very millennial-focused relaunch,” Ms Jadeja says.
“But it’s being introduced to kids who’ve never had this sort of device before – it’s really exciting to see them embracing it.”
Over 82million Tamagotchis have been sold globally over the 22 years since their launch in 1996.
The Tamagotchi Original is still available from various retailers, including Amazon, Argos, Smyths, and, of course, Bandai Namco’s new London store.
Prices start at just £16.
Prices for a Tamagotchi Connection start at £29.99 and £39.99 for the Tamagotchi Uni.
HISTORY OF THE TAMAGOTCHI
THE Tamagotchi was created by Akihiro Yokoi in 1996.
Bandai Namco sold the toy, which quickly became a cultural phenomenon, with millions of units sold worldwide.
Children and adults alike were captivated by the responsibility of caring for their virtual pets.
In 1997, Tamagotchi fever spread globally, reaching the UK and the US.
The virtual pet craze dominates playgrounds and headlines, making it one of the decade’s most iconic toys.
Its simple yet addictive gameplay captured the hearts of millions, leading to long queues at toy stores.
However, by the early 2000s, and as technology advanced, Tamagotchi faced competition from more sophisticated digital pets and gaming devices.
Sales declined, but the toy maintained a loyal fanbase.
In 2004, Bandai released the Tamagotchi Connection, which featured infrared communication, allowing users to connect their pets and exchange gifts.
To celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2017, Bandai released a miniaturised version of the Original Tamagotchi, sparking nostalgia and renewed interest among millennials.
In 2019, Tamagotchi officially relaunched in the UK with modern upgrades like colour screens and Wi-Fi connectivity, appealing to both new and old fans.
The updated features enhanced the gameplay experience, making it more interactive and engaging.
GAMEPLAY BASICS
When you first activate your Tamagotchi, an egg appears on the screen.
After a few minutes, the egg hatches into a baby Tamagotchi, marking the beginning of your caretaking journey.
Your Tamagotchi has several basic needs that you must attend to: feeding, cleaning, playing and discipline.
The health and happiness of your Tamagotchi are monitored through status meters.
You can check these meters to see if your pet is hungry, unhappy, or needs discipline.
Keeping these meters balanced is key to raising a healthy and happy Tamagotchi.
As you care for your Tamagotchi, it will go through different life stages: baby, child, teen, and adult.
The care you provide influences how your Tamagotchi evolves, including its appearance and personality traits.
Some versions, like the Tamagotchi Connection, allow you to interact with other Tamagotchis.
You can connect with friends to exchange gifts, play games, or even have your Tamagotchis marry and produce offspring.
In newer versions, such as the Tamagotchi Uni, additional features like colour screens, Wi-Fi connectivity, and downloadable content enhance the gameplay experience.
These modern iterations offer more interactive and engaging ways to care for your virtual pet.
Your Tamagotchi will beep or make noise when it needs attention.
Ignoring these alerts can cause your pet to become unhappy or even sick, so timely care is essential.
MAKE MONEY FROM YOUR OLD TOYS
IF you've still got your childhood toy collection tucked away in a box in the loft, it could be worth a small fortune.
“Toys from the 1980s & 1990s have become big business,” says BBC Bargain Hunt expert Tim Weeks, a toy specialist at Wessex Auction Rooms.
“This is because we tend to use the 25 year rule – this is how long it usually takes for a toy to turn into a ‘collectable toy’.
“The reason we have the ’rule’ is because a toy collector tends to start buying the toys they had as a child about 25 years after they originally had them.”
Here are the top toys sold at auction according to Zavvi, the online entertainment and pop culture retailer.
Red Sea Crossing – Atari (£8,549)
Pepsi Optimus Prime (£4,148)
Classic He-Man Action Figures (£2,550)
Vintage G.I Joe (£385.50 – £2,033.30)
Star Wars Action Figures (£1,728)
1986 American Girl Doll (£962)
Daredevil Comic #168 (£891)
1983 Indiana Jones Action Figure (£773)
Cabbage Patch Kids (£732)
Game Boy (£634)
Old toys can be sold on eBay, via Amazon, or on any number of specialist websites.
To find out how much an old toy might be worth do some research first.
Checking the same or similar toys under “sold listings” on eBay.
Compare your toy to other higher selling auctions and ask yourself if it’s in a similar condition? Is is authentic? Does it have its original packaging?
If it’s in mint condition then it might be worth selling it through an auction house or directly to a collectables website.
If it’s not in mint condition, it’s probably worth sticking it on eBay for a moderate sum.
But in both cases check for any fees involved and find out what percentage of any sale an auctioneer may take.
Here’s what to do if you suspect you have a rare toy hidden away in your loft.
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FRANTZ PIERROT ensured Drogheda finally ended their away-day hoodoo with a hard-fought win at Dalymount.
The Haitian’s first-half strike saw the Boynesiders’ 360-day wait for a victory on their travels came to an end.
Frantz Pierrot made all the differenceThe pressure is beginning to mount on Bohemians manager Alan Reynolds
The Drogs put some breathing space between themselves and Dundalk, while forcing Bohs to once again look nervously over their shoulders.
Kevin Doherty’s men started on the front foot and could have been ahead before the quarter-hour mark.
The front two of Douglas James-Taylor and Pierrot caused problems early on, with the latter having a thunderous strike from just inside the area bravely blocked by a last-ditch Leigh Kavanagh tackle.
Midway through the first half on-loan Walsall hitman James-Taylor had a glorious chance following a mix-up at the back.
The ball sat up kindly for the frontman and with Kacper Chorazka off his line, his attempted lob sailed just wide.
Minutes later the visitors got their reward when Pierrot was on hand to volley home Andrew Quinn’s knockdown following a spell of sustained pressure.
Pierrot was bullying Kavanagh and could have doubled the advantage immediately after.
Having shown great strength to roll the central defender, the attacker drilled a shot off the foot of the post and the ball somehow bounced clear.
The home side responded well, with two former Drogs spurning fantastic chances to level before half-time.
James Clarke found a yard of space but headed away from goal from six yards.
And on the stroke of half-time Dayle Rooney latched on to Jordan Flores’ deep cross but again missed the target with the goal at his mercy.
The hosts came flying out of the traps after the break and forced a goalmouth scramble in which Archie Meekison almost levelled.
But frustration crept in before Rooney had a near-post effort well saved by ex-Bohs keeper Luke Dennison as the Gypsies ramped up the pressure.
With 20 minutes to go, substitute Alex Grieve somehow failed to convert from just a couple of yards out having followed up on Dawson Devoys’s initial strike that was parried into his path.
Despite the one-way traffic for the remainder of the game, Drogs held firm.
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Фото: соцмережі У РФ знову пожежа на складі боєприпасів Російські соцмережі повідомляють про ще один удар БПЛА по арсеналу ГРАУ у Тверській області. Цього разу — по арсеналу N23.
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