At the invitation of the U.S. Navy, Avocados From Peru participated in America’s 250th Anniversary Maritime Celebration, hosting a “Superfood Breakfast” aboard the USS Arlington on July 2. The breakfast, which took place prior to the International Naval Review 250 in New York Harbor, recognized the service and dedication of the men and women of […]
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Posted inExecutive News, Featured News, News, Northeast, UNFI, Wholesaler/Distributor News
UNFI Realigns Senior Leadership; Tarditi Named President, COO
United Natural Foods Inc. has announced leadership updates intended to strengthen execution of the company’s strategy, focused on adding value for customers and suppliers while improving effectiveness and efficiency. The changes take effect Aug. 3. Matteo Tarditi will become president and COO, with responsibility for UNFI’s product sales organizations, enterprise customer relationships, supply chain operations, […]
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Wegmans Fill The Bus Campaign Raises Record $769,300 For Food Banks
Customers of Wegmans Food Markets raised a record $769,300 during the company’s two-week food drive to support local food banks’ increased summer needs. Known regionally as Fill the Bus or Fill the Backpack, the campaign ran June 3-17. Customers donated at checkout, with 100 percent of the proceeds going to support each store’s local Feeding […]
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Free Ice Cream, Dollar Deals Part Of Stop & Shop Summer Savings
Stop & Shop is bringing back its free ice cream event this July in addition to offering $1 deals in categories across the store to help customers put affordable meals on the table. The ice cream giveaway is in celebration of National Ice Cream Day, Sunday, July 19. Stop & Shop will be giving away […]
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Big Y To Host Companywide 90th Anniversary Celebration July 11
Customers are invited July 11 to Big Y’s Big Bash – a one-day, companywide celebration honoring the Massachusetts-based grocer’s 90th anniversary – at all of its supermarket, Table & Vine and Express fuel and convenience locations. Set for noon-3 p.m., the event is designed to thank shoppers for being part of the company’s journey, bringing […]
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The Giant Co. Begins Major Remodels At 3 Stores In PA, VA
The Giant Co. has begun renovations at two Martin’s stores in Winchester, Virginia, and one Giant store in Montgomeryville, Pennsylvania. All three will remain open during renovations, which are expected to be completed by year’s end. The Martin’s stores in Winchester are located at 1950 S. Pleasant Valley Road and 200 Rivendell Court. The former […]
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PFMA Opens Registration For 2026 Fall Legislative Conference
The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association has opened registration for its 2026 PFMA Fall Legislative Conference, scheduled for Oct. 13-14 at Hershey Country Club in Hershey, Pennsylvania. The annual conference brings Pennsylvania’s food and beverage industry together for two days focused on government relations, advocacy, industry issues and member connections. “PFMA’s Fall Legislative Conference gives our […]
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Wakefern Commits $500M To Local Produce Sourcing Over Next 5 Years
Wakefern Food Corp. has made a $500 million commitment to sourcing fresh produce from farmers and growers across the Northeast over the next five years. The announcement was made in advance of its annual Local Produce Supplier Summit, set for July 15 at the New Jersey Convention and Expo Center. The summit brings together growers, […]