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		<title>“Welcome. See you in Hell!” (gasp)</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Cutting edge in concept, marketing and advertising, with a wildly creative menu, Hell Pizza is one franchise to watch out for.]]></description>
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CBC had an interesting interview recently related to the recent increases in online coupon usage.  They&#8217;re in huge demand these days and websites like Red Hot Deals are doing a booming business.  Online coupons can be a great way to attract customers and bring new people in to your location.   People are looking for [...]]]></description>
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