The current tradition of camping out in front of shops on Thanksgiving night to be able to be the very first to get "Black Friday" discounts could be dropping its attraction for many Americans. A recent study shows that the turnout this year might be less than it has been in 3 years. Source of article: Black Friday holiday shopping may be losing its appeal

People are more cautious

A yearly online holiday buying survey was done by management consulting firm Accenture. The survey polled 500 consumers around the nation about their holiday shopping plans. Most buyers this season are not just looking for a steal. They want the smallest price on what they want.Janet Hoffman works in the Retail division at Accenture. As the managing director, she said:

At the City of New Rochelle's 48th annual Thanksgiving Parade there was something for everyone. It proceeded down North Avenue from near Eastchester Road, turned left on Main Street. and ended at the Maple Avenue parking lot. There were bands, floats, military, school groups and a wide range of participants representing many different organizations and merchants. The Chamber of Commerce and the City of New Rochelle sponsored the event amid speculation that there would be no financing of parades next year by the City. State Senator Jeff Klein was also in the parade as a sponsor. The police officers on duty, including Fudge, stood patiently waiting for it to begin.