Greg Gerber

(May 3, 2012) -- Antique collectors from New England and across the country will once again converge on the small town of Brimfield, Mass., May 8 to 13, for the first of three Brimfield Antique and Collectibles Shows. The antique show features over 20 fields filled with antiques, jewelry, art, silver, glassware, lighting, sculptures and other collectibles from over 5,000 dealers.

(May 3, 2012) -- "Today’s report indicated that economic activity in non-manufacturing industries continued to expand during April, although at a slightly slower pace than in March," said Cornelson. "In terms of the details of the report, the decline in the employment index is somewhat discouraging; however, as this component saw one of its stronger quarterly readings ever in the first quarter of 2012. That's possibly supported by unusually warm winter weather, and some easing in employment was to be expected."

(May 3, 2012) -- "With Advent, users will gain more BTU output per unit which means, on average, the 13.5K now produces 15K and the 15K generates 16.5K BTU," said Teeguarden. "These results ensure Advent’s rooftop air conditioners will cool a larger area, in a shorter amount of time."

(May 3, 2012) -- According to sources familiar with the situation, the confusion stems from a transaction in 2008 to merge Coachmen RV, which owned Viking Recreational Vehicles, with Forest River. RV Daily Report has learned that Forest River acquired the intellectual property associated with Viking Recreational Vehicles, including the rights to use the brand names and product designs, as well as its Michigan manufacturing facility. However, Forest River did not take over the debt or liabilities for Viking Recreational Vehicles. In response to numerous inquiries yesterday, Coachmen President Mike Terlep issued the following letter to its RV dealers today.

(May 3, 2012) -- This week's recipe is for breakfast sausage wedges, and was submitted by Debbie Gleaves, from Lawton, Okla.. She and her husband of 40  years have owned campers for almost all of their married lives.

(May 3, 2012) -- Tarsus Group’s Trade Show News Network (TSNN) announced the release of the 2011 TSNN Top 250 Trade Shows in the United States and the 2011 Florida RV SuperShow was ranked No. 14. RVIA’s Annual National RV Show in Louisville was ranked 17 and  PRVCA’s Hershey Show in Pennsylvania was ranked 20.

(May 3, 2012) -- ARI Network Services, Inc., announced today that James (Jim) R. Johnson, of Palm Springs, Calif, has been appointed to its board of directors.  Johnson will serve until the company's annual meeting in January 2013, at which time he will be subject to election by the shareholders.  Johnson's committee assignments are pending.

(May 3, 2012) -- Treasure Coast RVers will be able to feast their eyes on hundreds of recreational vehicles during the Treasure Coast RV Expo, set for May 17-20 at the Martin County Fairgrounds. Sponsored by the Florida RV Dealers Trade Association (Region 2), the annual Expo will offer new and used RVs to fit every budget.  Adding to the excitement for Expo-goers is the chance to win a free, one-week  motorhome vacation at Geiger Key RV Park and Marina in Key West.

(May 2, 2012) -- “Coast has included the most up-to-date information available in the 2012 RV Replacement Parts Catalog. Our objective is to provide dealers and their service personnel with a comprehensive printed catalog that allows them to easily identify and order replacement parts,” said Holt. “We are committed to providing our customers with the information they need, in a format that is easy to use and designed to save them valuable time.”

(May 2, 2012) -- Viking RV filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection last week seeking a total discharge of all its debts, RV Daily Report has learned. The decision will impact between 100 and 199 creditors, according to court documents. Total assets are less than $50,000 and total liabilities are also less than $50,000. Viking RV was one of the companies caught up in the formaldehyde class action lawsuit following Hurricane Katrina. Dozens of claims were filed against the now bankrupt manufacturer.