Dunnhumby has released a special report examining which U.S. grocery retailers are best positioned to win the loyalty of current and potential Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipients and how retailers can limit grocery sales losses due to recently enacted SNAP reductions. “The SNAP Rollercoaster: A dunnhumby Special Report on Hunger” in the U.S. ranked Save-A-Lot, Food 4 Less and […]
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Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Hannaford Supermarkets Acquires Pharmacy In Blue Hill
Hannaford Supermarkets has reached an agreement to purchase Community Pharmacy in Blue Hill, Maine. The pharmacy, which is located inside the new Hannaford store formerly operated as Tradewinds Marketplace, will begin serving customers under the Hannaford banner. Community Pharmacy in Blue Hill will close at 2 p.m. on June 10. Hannaford will reopen the pharmacy […]
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Save A Lot Reopens Store May 17 In Carlisle, KY
Save A Lot held a grand opening for a store May 17 at 2473 Concrete Road in Carlisle, Kentucky. The store closed two years ago after sustaining flood damage from record rainfall in the area. To celebrate the opening, the retailer held a ribbon cutting at 9 a.m. Save A Lot CEO Leon Bergmann joined Saver […]
Posted inExecutive News, Albertsons, Corporate Store News, West
Albertsons Cos. Names Moriarty As EVP, General Counsel
Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Cos. has named Tom Moriarty as EVP and general counsel, effective June 5. Moriarty brings more than 30 years of executive leadership experience to Albertsons Cos., including senior positions across legal, corporate strategy, policy and operations. He joins the company from CVS Health, where he spent more than 10 years serving in roles […]
Posted inSustainability News, Corporate Store News, Northeast
Ratio Institute Recertifies Hannaford For Operational Sustainability
Ratio Institute has announced that Hannaford Supermarkets has completed Ratio Institute’s Sustainable Food Retail Certification. The process revealed large emissions reductions and enhanced operational efficiencies for the company, which operates 186 grocery stores in New England and New York. A key component of the certification process is sustainability benchmarking at all of a food retailer’s stores. […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, Southwest
Market Street Donates $50K To Mansfield Mission Center
On May 17, Mansfield Mission Center celebrated a new Mission Market food pantry and a $50,000 donation from the Market Street grocery store team to help fund its operation. The Mission Market provides free food for hundreds of Mansfield, Texas, area residents each week. The gift has allowed the facility to expand and increase nutritional […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, National
Kroger Launches New USO Mobile Food Kitchens
The Kroger Co. and United Service Organizations have launched two new Mobile Food Kitchens to support military service members. Through this collaboration, the USO and Kroger provide meals to military personnel, whether they are supporting natural disaster relief, serving in remote locations or at basic training. “Kroger is making a real difference for America’s service members, […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, West
Trader Joe’s CEO Bane Announces Retirement
Dan Bane, chairman and CEO of Monrovia, California-based Trader Joe’s, has announced his intention to retire, effective July 2. At that time, Bryan Palbaum will become the chairman and CEO and Jon Basalone will be promoted to vice-CEO and president of Trader Joe’s Co. Bane has been with the company for more than 25 years, the last 22 as the chairman […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Midwest
Schnucks Markets Recognized As ‘Best Managed’ Company
For the second consecutive year, St. Louis-based Schnucks Markets has been selected as a 2023 U.S. Best Managed Company. Sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, the program recognizes U.S. private companies and the achievements of their management teams. The 2023 designees are U.S. private companies that have demonstrated excellence in strategic planning and execution, a […]
Posted inNatural Grocers, Corporate Store News, Nonfood Items, Southwest
Natural Grocers Introduces Four New Epsom Salt Bath, Foot Soaks
Lakewood, Colorado-based Natural Grocers has introduced four new scented varieties of epsom salt bath and foot soaks to the company’s house brand. Customers looking to create a spa-like experience at home can purchase Natural Grocers brand epsom salts in four varieties: peppermint muscle soak, lavender relaxation, tea tree foot soak and eucalyptus everyday cleanse. “Since the beginning, Natural […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Giant Food Donates $100K To Brighter Future Fund
Giant Food has donated $100,370 to support local farmers throughout the greater Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia region through a partnership with the American Farmland Trust’s Brighter Future Fund. From April 7-27, customers were given the option to round up their grocery purchases to the nearest dollar at checkout. This donation will be allocated to help six local […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, West
Stater Bros., Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling Launch Give Back Program
San Bernardino, California-based Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling and Stater Bros. Charities, the philanthropic arm of Stater Bros. Markets, are partnering for their Give Back program during National Military Appreciation Month. The program will run in May, during which Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling will donate $0.25 per product purchased to the Bob Hope USO. Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling is donating up to […]
Posted inGrocery Store Layout, Corporate Store News, Northeast
Weis Markets Celebrates Store Remodel In Duryea, PA
Sunbury, Pennsylvania-based Weis Markets has completed the remodel of its store in Duryea, Pennsylvania. In celebration of the grand reopening, Weis Markets presented $500 in donations to local organizations, including CEO Weinberg Northeast Regional Food Bank, Holy Rosary School and Germania Hose Company. The remodeled Duryea store features new interior décor, a beer-wine café with adult […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, West
Stater Bros. Launches ‘Kids 4 Hope’ Donation Campaign
San Bernardino, California-based Stater Bros. Markets is joining forces with its charity foundation for a third year to raise funds to support pediatric cancer patients at City of Hope. Through May 21, all locations will participate in the Kids 4 Hope in-store campaign. City of Hope is a research and treatment center for cancer, treating blood […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southwest
Natural Grocers To Hold Meet And Greet In Gunnison, CO
Lakewood, Colorado-based Natural Grocers, a family-operated organic and natural grocery retailer, has announced opening of a new store in Gunnison, Colorado. The store will be at 1000 N. Main St. Natural Grocers invites Gunnison residents and those from surrounding communities to attend a meet and greet 2:30-4:30 p.m. on May 17 at the Gunnison Workforce Center to learn more about the company’s […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Southeastern Grocers Celebrates National Pet Month
Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers Inc. is celebrating National Pet Month by raising awareness and support for about 400 animal welfare organizations in the Southeast and helping customers save on pet food and supplies all summer long. Through May 31, Fresco y Más, Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie customers can purchase a reusable community bag with a giving tag […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Grocery Store Layout, Northeast
The Giant Co. Shares Plans For New Store In Jenkintown, PA
The Giant Co. has announced plans for a new store in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania. The 50,000-square-foot store will be built at the corner of Old York and Wyncote roads as part of a proposed redevelopment project. This will be the first store in Jenkintown for the company. “With a decades-long history of serving Montgomery County, we […]
Posted inFood Lion, Corporate Store News, Grocery Store Layout, Southeast
Food Lion To Remodel 24 Stores In Wilmington, NC
With a capital investment exceeding $50 million, Food Lion is unveiling remodeled stores that feature a new, easier shopping experience for customers in Wilmington, North Carolina. On May 10, Food Lion will hold ribbon-cutting events in the Wilmington area at 24 stores, with five more to follow soon. The investment includes remodeling the stores, providing e-commerce […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southwest
Natural Grocers Hosts Annual Body Care, Beauty Bonanza
Lakewood, Colorado-based Natural Grocers is holding its third annual Body Care and Beauty Bonanza through May 20, featuring savings, free samples, prizes and education. Each Natural Grocers store includes an expansive body care and beauty department, stocked with natural and organic products, including cosmetics, shampoos and conditioners, face and body moisturizers, oral care products, deodorant, shaving cream and […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Executive News, Southeast
Southeastern Grocers Highlights Executive For AAPI Heritage Month
Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers Inc. is commemorating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by celebrating the achievements and contributions of one of its executive leaders. Raymond Rhee began his career with SEG 35 years ago as a bagger at Winn-Dixie and has held various positions of responsibility in retail operations, accounting, strategic planning and finance. […]