Last-Minute Shoppers May Find Refuge at Macy's in Richmond Heights

Macy's will stay open for 48 consecutive hours in the days leading up to Christmas, the company announced Thursday.

As the holiday shopping season approaches crunch time, Macy's is banking on becoming a destination for last-minute gift givers.  The company announced on Thursday that all stores, including the Macy's location in Saint Louis Galleria, will remain open for 48 consecutive hours in the days leading up to Christmas Eve. The store will stay open starting at 7 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 21 until 7 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 23.  And as Kavita Kumar at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch first reported, the store will close for an hour before re-opening for normal business hours. Macy's will run special deals for Christmas gifts and other holidays presents, according to a company news release.  The nonstop shopping event is guaranteed to draw ire from some local …

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Police: Macy's Employee Stages Clearance Event for Friends

Discounts totaling more than $1,400 were doled out, the Richmond Heights Police Department reported.

An employee of a Richmond Heights business has been arrested on suspicion of helping friends with an unauthorized series of merchandise deals. It happened Sept. 18. The suspect—a Macy's employee at the time of the arrest—gave buddies discounts totaling more than $1,400, the Richmond Heights Police Department reported. Markdowns were made on items of clothing. More recent weird crime stories on Patch:

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Burglary Suspect Has Ties to Richmond Heights Crime, Documents Show

Jasper Williams has been charged with breaking into a North County car dealership, Florissant Patch reported.

A man charged with burglarizing a North County car dealership has ties to Richmond Heights, Florissant Patch reported. Quoting from the Florissant Patch article: "(Jasper) Williams was arrested in Richmond Heights Jan. 2 after trying to steal clothing valued at $557 from Macy’s in the Saint Louis Galleria, according to court documents." Learn more details of the Richmond Heights and Florissant cases in the complete Florissant Patch report. More recent crime articles on Patch:

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Freese, Please: Tweeps Geeked About Galleria Appearance; Share Your Photos

Clayton-Richmond Heights Patch wants to share your memorable moments from the David Freese appearance at the Saint Louis Galleria.

The David Freese appearance planned Wednesday night at the Saint Louis Galleria in Richmond Heights has people buzzing on Twitter. Clayton-Richmond Heights Patch wants to see your memorable photos from the event. Post them on this article using the button on this page or email them to nate.birt@patch.com. Then post a comment to the article telling us about the experience. Here are a few Tweets about Freese and the Galleria that caught our attention: @AmandaShipleyy (from Tuesday) "Sooo David Freese is meeting the first 275 people that come to the macys at the galleria tomorrow morning.... Who's down to come with me? ;)" @BoDiddy4 "@dfreese23 its 5:08 am and there are already 15 people at Macy's at the Galleria waiting to meet David Freese…

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Richmond Heights Police Blotter: Bathroom Campout Labeled Trespassing

The Richmond Heights Police Department reported the following incidents on its website.

The Richmond Heights Police Department reported the following incidents on its website. Oct. 19 Oct. 20 Oct. 22 Oct. 23 Oct. 24 Editor's note: Clayton-Richmond Heights Patch publishes blotter information for both Clayton and Richmond Heights. Richmond Heights provides blotter updates on its website, as does Clayton. The latest Clayton police blotter posted earlier Saturday. The Richmond Heights Police Department directory listing may be viewed here. For questions about this blotter, email nate.birt@patch.com.

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Super Deals in Clayton and Richmond Heights on Clothing, Shoes, and Funny Bones

Dress in style, spruce up with beauty supplies and find out how you can go to the Funny Bone for free.

MACY'S Florissant/ Clayton-Richmond Heights Deal: Take $20 off a wedding registry gifts valued at $100 or more. Use coupon code GETAGIFT on line, or print coupon for in store savings. Good through: June 30 MACY'S Florissant/ Clayton-Richmond Heights Deal: The Hot One Sale 2O percent  off select sale and clearance apparel for the family. 2O percent  off jewelry. 15 percent off all sale and clearance shoes, coats, suits, dresses, intimates; suit separates and sport-coats; and select home items. 10 percent off all sale and clearance watches. *Some exclusions, discounts are applied to already reduced prices. Good Through: June 26 THE DRESS BARN Florissant Deal:  $5 tank with purchase of $50 or more 50 percent off select summer styles $10 off …

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Richmond Heights Police Blotter: Robbery at Homewood Suites is Reported

A look at incidents reported by the Richmond Heights police.

The Richmond Heights Police Department reported the following incidents on its website. May 2 May 3 May 4 May 5 May 6 May 7 May 8 May 9 Editor's note: Clayton-Richmond Heights Patch publishes blotter information for both Clayton and Richmond Heights. Richmond Heights provides blotter updates on its website; Clayton provides blotter updates by e-mail. To view the latest Clayton police blotter, please go to this link.

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Richmond Heights Police Blotter: Items Stolen from Multiple Unlocked Cars

A look at incidents reported by the Richmond Heights police.

The Richmond Heights Police Department reported the following incidents on its website. April 18 April 19 April 20 April 21 April 22 April 23 April 24 April 25 Editor's note: Clayton-Richmond Heights Patch publishes blotter information for both Clayton and Richmond Heights. Richmond Heights provides blotter updates on its website; Clayton provides blotter updates by e-mail. To view the latest Clayton police blotter, please go to this link.

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Richmond Heights Police Blotter: Resident Files Complaint Stating Church's Speakers Are Too Loud During Sunday Service

A look at incidents reported by the Richmond Heights police.

The Richmond Heights Police Department reported the following incidents on its website. March 23 March 24 March 25 March 26 March 27 March 29 March 30 March 31 Editor's note: Clayton-Richmond Heights Patch publishes blotter information for both Clayton and Richmond Heights. Richmond Heights provides blotter updates on its website; Clayton provides blotter updates by email. To view the latest Clayton police blotter, please go to this link.

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Richmond Heights Police Blotter: Man Suspected of Kicking Cab's Door Repeatedly

Here is a look at incidents reported by the Richmond Heights police.

The Richmond Heights Police Department reported the following incidents on its website. Feb. 9 Feb. 10 Feb. 12 Feb. 13 Feb. 17 Editor's note: Clayton-Richmond Heights Patch publishes blotter information for both Clayton and Richmond Heights. Richmond Heights provides blotter updates on its website; Clayton provides blotter updates by e-mail. To view the latest Clayton police blotter, please go to this link.

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