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Albertsons Cos. Debuts Chef-Inspired Own Brand, Chef’s Counter

Albertsons Companies Inc. has launched Chef’s Counter, a new Own Brand featuring chef-inspired flavors and tastes. Chef’s Counter is debuting with a selection of ready-to-cook marinated meats available exclusively at Albertsons Cos. stores, including Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME and Shaw’s. The launch coincides with Memorial Day weekend and the start of the summer grilling […]

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Kroger, MUST Ministries Open School Food Pantry In Marietta, GA

Kroger’s Atlanta Division, MUST Ministries and Dunleith Elementary unveiled a food pantry May 14 at the school in Marietta, Georgia, that will provide non-perishable food, produce, meat, diapers and hygiene products to students and families in need. The location is the fourth supported by Kroger’s $207,000 donation to MUST Ministries to expand in-school pantries and […]

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FMI Reveals 2025 Store Manager Award Finalists

FMI – The Food Industry Association has announced the finalists for the 2025 Store Manager Awards, selecting 11 leaders from across the globe who share a passion for customer service and uplifting their communities. Store Manager Award nominations are submitted by peers and food retail companies to recognize outstanding managers who: Generate sales growth; Effectively […]

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Whole Foods Market Daily Shop Opens Second NYC Location

Whole Foods Market opened a second location of its smaller format concept, Whole Foods Market Daily Shop, on May 14 at 409 East 14th St. in the StuyTown development of New York City’s East Village. The 10,000-square-foot location includes a Juice & Java venue, offering coffee, tea, juices, smoothies, sandwiches and various desserts. The store’s product […]

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Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation To Award $3M In Grants

The Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation has launched its 2025 grants program, with $3 million in funding available to support organizations that advance nutrition education and access and wellness for children and adults in the communities where the grocer operates. More than 500 local nonprofits will be selected to receive grants up to $10,000. Applications will […]

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Hannaford Launches Campaign To Fight Hunger With $70K Donation To Local Food Banks

Hannaford Supermarkets has launched a register donation campaign at all 189 of its stores to support food banks across New England and New York. Beginning May 12, Hannaford customers can donate $5, $10 or another amount when checking out. All donations will go to the food bank serving the store’s community. According to Feeding America, […]