Category: Northeast
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The Hershey Co. Names Hoytink As President, U.S.

by Shelby Team

The Hershey Company has named Heather Hoytink as president, U.S., effective July 8. Hoytink brings more than 20 years of sales, operations, and commercial leadership experience to the role, most recently serving as SVP and chief commercial officer, U.S. Away From Home Beverages at PepsiCo. “We’re thrilled to welcome Heather to Hershey,” said Kirk Tanner, […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, News, Northeast

ARS, Batista Family Open Compare & Save Supermarket In North Philadelphia

by Shelby Team

Community leaders, elected officials, local residents and members of the Batista family and Allegiance Retail Services (ARS) gathered recently to celebrate the grand opening of a new Compare & Save Supermarket at 5201 Rising Sun Ave. in North Philadelphia. The 15,000‑square‑foot supermarket, featuring a 12,000‑square‑foot sales floor, marks the Batista family’s third supermarket opening in […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Big Y Foods, News, Northeast

Big Y Awards $280K In Scholarships To 240 Students

by Shelby Team

Big Y has awarded nearly $280,000 in scholarships to 240 students from across Massachusetts and Connecticut as part of its annual scholarship program. Established in 1981 as a tribute to founders Paul H. D’Amour and his brother Gerald D’Amour, the program has awarded more than $6.7 million to more than 8,800 students since its inception. […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Hannaford Supermarkets, News, Northeast

Hannaford Plans Supermarket Relocation In Pawling, NY

by Shelby Team

Hannaford Supermarkets has announced plans to relocate its store and pharmacy in Pawling, New York, to a newly constructed building across the street. The Scarborough, Maine-based grocer said the move will significantly increase the store size and offerings. The 49,000‑square‑foot store will be located at the intersection of Route 22 and Akindale Road will feature […]

Posted inBakery News, News, Northeast

Rise Baking Co. To Acquire Jimmy’s Gourmet Bakery

by Shelby Team

Rise Baking Co. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire New Jersey-based Jimmy’s Gourmet Bakery, a manufacturer of premium cookies and baked goods known for its innovative product development, eye-catching packaging and strong retail partnerships nationwide. Consummation of the acquisition is targeted for Q3 2026, subject to customary closing conditions. Jimmy’s Gourmet Bakery has […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Northeast, Wakefern

Wakefern Food Corp. Seeks Northeast Brands for 2027 Supplier Summit

by Shelby Team

Wakefern Food Corp. is calling on local and regional suppliers across the Northeast to apply for its 2027 Local Supplier Summit, offering growing brands the chance to showcase their products to key decision-makers and buyers from across Wakefern’s family of supermarket banners. Suppliers based in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, […]