Alle-Kiski Valley small businesses step up as time runs out for SNAP benefits

Craig Rearic knows what it’s like to struggle. “Before I started my own business, I was on food stamps and struggling,” said Rearic, co-owner of Paint Pros in South Buffalo. “I know how important it is, especially for people on a fixed income. As...

North Macedonia Launches First Decarbonisation Guide For Small Businesses

(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 23. The Economic Chamber of North Macedonia has produced the first decarbonisation guide for the country's small businesses with support from the European Union, Trend reports. The digital tool...

Empower your brand: A free workshop on product imagery for small businesses

EL CENTRO—The Imperial Valley Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is offering a free hands-on training for small business owners looking to improve their product photography. Picture Perfect: Elevate Your Product Imagery will take place on...

New standard on cyber security: Is your small business ready?

'Modern cyber threats, especially phishing emails, are designed to bypass basic defences by tricking your employees. A layered defence is critical.' Shane Visscher presented the workshop at Regus in George. Photo supplied BUSINESS NEWS - A new...

SMALL BUSINESS WEEK: Peter’s Computer Systems- Serving you from Windows 98 to the world of AI, 22 years from Madawaska Street

Farms are small businesses too — and they need less red tape to grow

By Bill Groeneheide, Director, Ontario Federation of Agriculture This week marks Small Business Week in Ontario. Spearheaded by the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC), it celebrates and draws attention to the vital role that small business plays in...

Small business customer satisfaction rates dip at major Canadian banks: JD Power

The number of financially unhealthy Canadian small businesses has risen to an estimated 60%. At the same time, satisfaction among small businesses with their primary bank has declined for a second consecutive year according to JD Power....

Study shows some small-business owners stuck in survival mode

Small-business owners faced a tough year, battling rising costs and tariff policies. KeyBank’s 2025 Small Business Survey found that approximately one in four (23 percent) small-business owners are stuck in survival mode and aren’t focused on...

SMALL BUSINESS WEEK: Bigley Shoes and Clothing has well-earned it place as a must-visit retailer in Bobcaygeon

Photo via Instagram @bigleyshoesbobcaygeon If it feels like Bigley Shoes and Clothing has been around forever, there’s good reason for that – it has been. Family owned and operated in the heart of downtown Bobcaygeon since 1911, it was initially a...

Small firms’ fears ahead of the Budget – from import taxes to VAT concerns

Two business owners said they have concerns about what could be announced in the Budget Many small businesses are concerned about how any changes in the Budget could impact their profits and the way they operate. From worries over rising import...

A new wave of DIY marketing: Small businesses take to TikTok

Published on 25/10/2025 - 7:00 GMT+2 Social media sites such as TikTok are generally associated with Gen Z and modern, digital entertainment. However, it turns out that some age-old topics, such as crafts, are perfectly suited to it. "Traditional...

Huntsville Chamber hosting small business summit next week

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - The Huntsville-Madison County Chamber of Commerce will host a summit for small business owners next week. The event will take place on Tuesday and Wednesday, bringing together business leaders from across the community to...

Why Brisbane Small Businesses Need a Local Tax Accountant

Running a small business in Brisbane comes with its own set of challenges, and managing tax obligations is often one of the most complex. Navigating the Australian tax system can be confusing and time-consuming, especially for entrepreneurs who...

IFC Partners with Bank of Bhutan to Boost Access to Finance for Micro and Small Enterprises

Bhutan’s financial sector has reached a landmark moment as the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, announced a USD 20 million investment in the Bank of Bhutan (BoB), the country’s oldest and largest...

Small Businesses drive growth as the Triad’s economy expands

GREENSBORO, N.C. — As the Piedmont Triad continues to attract major industries in aerospace, manufacturing, and logistics—bringing in billions of dollars in new investments—local leaders say the region’s foundation for success still starts with...

Event For Newark Business Owners: How To Land A Contract With NJ Turnpike Expansion Project

NEWARK, NJ — A public workshop will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 29 for small business owners in Newark who want to learn to land a contract under a large, upcoming highway construction project. The workshop will teach business owners how to...

SMALL BUSINESS WEEK: Peter's Computer Systems- Serving you from Windows 98 to the world of AI, 22 years from Madawaska Street

Peter Barnabe has been operating Peter’s Computer Solutions- Arnprior’s number one computer sales and repair location for over two decades....

Federal government shutdown impacting Oakland small businesses

Twenty-four days into the federal government shutdown, thousands of federal workers are now missing their first full paycheck - and the economic consequences are spreading beyond workers at government buildings. Just across the street from the...

5 common car servicing myths South African drivers can' t afford to ignore

For South Africans, a car is more than a convenience; it’s a lifeline. For many, it’s how we get to work, take children to school, or keep small businesses running, especially with public transport often falling short. Yet, misconceptions about...

Council backs push for new Lake Macquarie theatre

"Economically, in itself, there is an argument to have a bigger theatre because of the benefits it would bring to us in our community, not just for those that are performing or those that are receiving and watching the performances, but for the...