COLUMBUS, OH-As part of its divesting program to reallocate funds into more profitable product, the mall REIT is selling nine strip centers. Since 2004, the company has generated more than $145 million in community center dispositions.

IRVINE, CA-Trimaran Capital Partners, owner of Charlie Brown's casual steak restaurant chain, buys El Pollo Loco and plans a national expansion.

ROCKAWAY, NJ-Boston-based private equity firms Berkshire Partners LLC and Weston Presidio acquire the party-supply retailer. According to Party City execs, the company's board of directors unanimously approved the transaction.

ROCKAWAY, NJ-Boston-based private equity firms Berkshire Partners LLC and Weston Presidio acquire the party-supply retailer. According to Party City execs, the company's board of directors unanimously approved the transaction.

ROCKAWAY, NJ-Two Boston-based private equity firms acquire party-supply retailer Party City Corp.

FORT MYERS, FL-The women's clothing retailer reports strong results during the month.

HOUSTON-Unlike the damage experienced just weeks ago in New Orleans, Hurricane Rita leaves many retailers breathing a sigh of relief.

CLIFTON, NJ-In a move that would enhance shareholder value, Linens 'n Things executives consider selling the company.