ECONOMY: Local discount businesses prosper in tough economic times

Lockport Union-Sun & Journal The first day a coupon for Wayne’s Appliance ran in the Union-Sun & Journal, owner Wayne Hendler said people came in that same day to redeem it at his South Transit Street store. It’s an indicator that businesses such as his can thrive in tough economic times. Since the store opened Sept. 15, Hendler said business has been very good. Some of the first-day customers have returned to the store looking for different things. The refrigerators are the biggest draw, but once people come in, they find other items. “Usually we just advertise our refrigerators,” Hendler said. Wayne’s Appliance offers used washers, dryers, refrigerators, stoves, dishwashers, televisions and mattresses. Some of the most popular items are refrigerators and stoves, things people are going to need regardless of the economic... [read full story]