Business
Filene’s Basement Corp., a discount clothing chain, filed for federal bankruptcy protection on Monday.
Aug. 24, 1999
Maria Anderson came all the way from Minneapolis to outfit her daughter’s wedding at one of Filene’s Basement’s legendary bridal gown sales.
July 22, 1990
Federated Department Stores Inc. said Tuesday that Allen I.
Jan. 13, 1988
Toronto-based Campeau Corp. said it has completed its merger with Federated Department Stores Inc., New York., which it acquired earlier this year in a $6.6-billion takeover bid . . .
Aug. 1, 1988
Travel & Experiences
One of Boston’s most popular attractions has nothing to do with the Freedom Trail or baked beans.
June 8, 1986
World & Nation
Another Boston tradition, women trying on bargain clothes in the aisles of Filene’s Basement, will fall by the wayside with the settlement of a sex discrimination suit announced today.
Dec. 15, 1989
If your vacation plans include a visit to Paul Revere’s favorite city, check out www.bostonusa.com for a free discount card that has reduced prices on museums, accommodations, theaters, stores, dining and tours.
April 23, 2006
Campeau Corp. has agreed to sell Boston’s Filene’s Basement--famous for discounting designer goods--to an investors group led by the retailer’s managers.
June 10, 1988
Books
Boston was a rough-and-tumble city when I knew it in my teens and early 20s.
Oct. 17, 2013
It’s every woman for herself. Throngs camp out in the wee hours plotting their plans of attack. Their mission: Get a cheap bridal gown.
July 23, 2006