Candy Related News & Fun Facts

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Necco Wafers Saved! Spangler Bid $18Million at Auction [UPDATE]

May 24, 2018 By Clair Robins clair@candystore.com Necco Wafers have been saved! Yesterday, the classic American candy company was sold at auction to Spangler ...more

Spicy Candy is Blowing Up. Mexican Candy Lit the Fuse.

June 5, 2018 By Clair Robins clair@candystore.com The arrow is pointing up for spicy candy right now. Maybe you've noticed Jolly Ranchers has a hot variety now? ...more

Former CEO Gulachenski to Rescue NECCO

April 16, 2018 By Clair Robins clair@candystore.com "Given their role in the #SaveNECCO movement, it made sense to work with CandyStore.com to announce our plans to ...more

People Are Panic-Buying Necco Wafers

March 28, 2018 - By Clair Robins clair@candystore.com Your favorite candy will always be around, right? When you think of panic-buying, you wouldn't think of candy. ...more

Food Safety Tips to Keep Your Beloved Pooch Safe on National Puppy Day

We know you dog lovers do everything you can to keep your pets safe. But what you don't know about animal safety can hurt you—and your fur babies. That's why it's ...more

The Rowdiest States for St. Patrick’s Day in America State-by-State {interactive}

All you lassies and laddies ready to celebrate St. Patrick's Day? You bet your arse we sure are! That's because we love any excuse for fun, celebration, and sweet ...more

Why Candy Won’t Ruin Your New Year’s Weight Loss Plan

The word "diet" makes us frown because it's synonymous with deprivation, hanger, and missing out. Plus, when done incorrectly, diets are actually a big waste of ...more

How Much Exercise Would You Do For Your Favorite Candy? [interactive]

It's a new year which means new resolutions and the most popular one in the U.S. is to lose weight. But just because you're on a mission to lower your BMI, get more ...more

State-by-State Guide To the Nation’s Favorite Halloween Candy Using 8 Years of Data [interactive]

Little costumed people are about to flood the streets and you'll need to decide if you're handing out tricks or treats! To help you buy the best Halloween candy for your ...more

Child Food Allergies? Have a Safe Halloween with Teal Pumpkin Project and Allergy-Free Candies

Trick-or-treating is supposed to be fun. Kids dress up, run around, knock on doors, and feast on a sweet candy bounty. But for 15 million Americans—including one in 13 ...more