HINGHAM, MA-The second quarter sale of the J. Jill division, helped Talbots shore up some expenses, but not enough to post a profit.

FRAMINGHAM, MA-The discount retailer is showing a 6% rise in sales for August, while the wholesaler club store is showing a 1.9% decrease.

FRAMINGHAM, MA-The discount retailer is showing a 6% rise in sales for August, while the wholesaler club store is showing a 1.9% decrease.

MANSFIELD, MA-The US retail division of Samsonite Corp. is filing a petition for relief under Chapter 11 and a pre-packaged plan of reorganization.

MANSFIELD, MA-The US retail division of Samsonite Corp. is filing a petition for relief under Chapter 11 and a pre-packaged plan of reorganization.

WESTCHESTER, NY-Forest City Enterprices, Inc. reached an agreement for a two-year extension on its Ridge Hill construction loan.

WESTCHESTER, NY-Forest City Enterprices, Inc. reached an agreement for a two-year extension on its Ridge Hill construction loan.

TAUNTON, MA-SilverLeaf Financial is buying $3 million worth of loans from United Commercial Bank and renegotiating with borrowers.