As part of their continued investment in e-commerce, Raley’s now offers home delivery service through Instacart. The West Sacramento, California-based Raley’s has been offering pickup and delivery through its own online platform, eCart, since 2017, but this new partnership will allow the family-owned grocer to bring its offerings to even more customers. “The demand from […]
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Food Fair Supermarket Celebrates Newest Location In Plantation
On Aug.22, Key Food Stores Co-Operative Inc., a chain of primarily independently owned and corporate grocery stores, celebrated the grand opening of its newest Food Fair location at 7139 W. Broward Boulevard in Plantation, Florida. “As we continue to grow our family of supermarkets and expand our footprint in the Florida market, we are excited […]
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URM Stores’ Linda Wilson Retires, Elle Bartch Appointed VP Of Human Resources
Linda Wilson, VP of human resources for URM Stores, recently retired. A 39-year company veteran, Wilson helped develop and establish the culture of the Spokane, Washington-based URM, while assisting member owners, the company says. Wilson started her career at URM in 1980, working as a route salesperson in the HBC department, before becoming the receptionist. […]
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Design Can Help Private Brands Stand Out On Store Shelves
Do your private brand products stand out on the shelf or do they fade into the background—simply another can, box or bottle among a sea of competitors? In today’s retail environment, 98 percent of national brand assortment is the same across retailers—making differentiation through private brands vital to a retailer’s success. And what’s on the […]
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Stater Bros. Markets Unveils New Logo On Tustin Store
On Aug. 13, Stater Bros. Markets showcased a new look with its latest logo at its store location on 15150 Kensington Park Drive in Tustin, California. Revealed just four days before the supermarket chain’s 83rd anniversary, Stater Bros.’ fresh, new look designed by its in-house advertising department, demonstrates the company’s continued commitment to its loyal […]
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ShopRite Launches Family Meals Month Celebration
ShopRite is celebrating Family Meals Month by having in-store dietitians help customers create and enjoy nutritious family meals. “ShopRite has always believed that one of the keys to healthy eating is finding ways to enjoy more meals at home,” says Natalie Menza-Crowe, MS, RD, director of health and wellness at ShopRite. “We’re proud to expand […]
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Big Y Makes Appointments In Massachusetts And Connecticut
Big Y Foods Inc. reported the following new appointments: Patricia M. Stucenski, store manager, South Hadley, Massachusetts, Big Y Express. Elizabeth A. Richardson, deli sales manager, North Adams, Massachusetts, Big Y World Class Market. Patrick J. Keane, store director, North Haven, Connecticut, Big Y World Class Market. “At Big Y, we are committed to providing […]
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Food City Bakery Artists Showcase Talent In Annual Cake Decorating Competition
On Friday, Aug. 23, Valley residents had a chance to see vivid imaginations and steady artists’ hands put to the test at Food City’s fifth annual cake decorating competition at the Food City supermarket on Arizona Avenue and Ray Road in Chandler. During the event, six bakery specialists from Food City bakeries across Arizona showcased […]
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Bindi Offers Trio Of Agave-Sweetened Gelato Flavors
Italian dessert specialist Bindi is expanding its gelato list to include the selection of agave-sweetened chocolate, vanilla bean and strawberry flavors to their already gluten-free make up. The trio sweetened with agave syrup and no refined sugar complements Bindi’s offerings targeted to fulfill the needs of health-conscious consumers. The Milan-based company said the products are […]
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FMI Explores Grocery Foodservice In Annual Report
Food Marketing Institute (FMI) released its annual assessment of the state of the foodservice at retail Sept. 4, demonstrating the opportunities for retailers to leverage a $13 billion category. Growing annually at 8.2 percent, foodservice is presented as a primary strategy for food retailers to differentiate and appeal to convenience-seeking consumers. FMI’s 2019 Power of Foodservice […]
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Key Food Launches Augmented Reality Mural In Manhattan
Key Food Stores Co-Operative Inc., a chain of primarily independently owned and corporate grocery stores, revealed that the Man-Dell Group Key Food located at 52 Avenue A in Manhattan, New York, will launch the augmented reality (AR) component of its new mural on Wednesday, Aug. 28, at 5 p.m. Earlier this summer, Key Food teamed […]
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Balls Food Stores Set To Join Alliance Retail Group
Kansas City, Kansas-based Balls Food Stores will be joining Alliance Retail Group (ARG) on Sept. 29, ARG President Joe Wolf announced Aug. 26. Balls’ 24 stores are supplied by Associated Wholesale Grocers (AWG), which is based in Kansas City, Kansas. ARG, based in Nashville, Tennessee, is the largest self-negotiating ad group in the country. With […]
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Hy-Vee Pharmacies Stocked With Flu Vaccine For 2019-20 Season
Hy-Vee Inc. said Aug. 27 that the flu vaccine is available without an appointment or prescription at its more than 270 Hy-Vee Pharmacy locations throughout its eight-state region. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends people six months and older get a flu vaccine each year to prevent getting and spreading the flu […]
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Wegmans Sponsors NY State Fair 51st Annual Butter Sculpture
“Milk. Love What’s Real” is the theme of the 51st Annual Butter Sculpture at the New York State Fair. The sculpture portrays a grandfather and child dunking cookies in milk and a young couple sharing a milkshake. The American Dairy Association North East Butter Sculpture, sponsored by Wegmans, also depicts the important role that real cow’s milk plays in memorable […]
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Brookshire Brothers Breaks Ground On Texas A&M Campus Store
Brookshire Brothers broke ground this morning (Aug. 22) on a store adjacent to the campus of Texas A&M University in College Station. The store is an initiative between the Texas A&M System and the East Texas grocer. In making the announcement, Brookshire Brothers President and CEO John Alston said, “Our company is honored to have […]
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Profile: Zapata Next On List For Border Town Markets, Then Remodeling
by Terrie Ellerbee/editor-Southwest Amando Pena Jr. got into the grocery business working for his father. He carries on the tradition now with his own family. If you ask what makes him most proud, he will tell you it is that he and his wife, Dalina, are able to work with their three children, Liana, Amando […]
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Weis Markets To Offer BrightFarms Leafy Greens, Herbs
Weis Markets will begin offering products from BrightFarms Inc., a producer of locally grown leafy greens and herbs, in its produce departments. Weis will offer a variety of BrightFarms lettuce, which is grown sustainably in hydroponic greenhouses to supply customers with year-round local produce. BrightFarms greens are picked at the height of freshness and delivered […]
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SpartanNash Reports Mixed Results For Second Quarter
On Aug. 14, SpartanNash Co. reported its results for its 12-week second quarter ended July 13, with a mixed bag of increases and decreases. The Michigan-based grocer had just announced its leadership transition, with Chairman Dennis Eidson stepping in to serve as interim president and CEO following the resignation of Dave Staples. “Consistent with our […]
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Stater Bros. Charities Donates Food, Funds To Food Banks
This summer, San Bernardino, California-based Stater Bros. Charities donated $100,000 and more than 150,000 pounds of food to local food banks to help bolster food reserves and alleviate child hunger in the communities it serves. “Stater Bros. has always believed in not just doing business in the community but being part of the community, and […]
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AFS Expands E-Commerce To 33 Corporate Stores
Salt Lake City, Utah-based wholesaler Associated Food Stores (AFS) and its Macey’s, Dan’s, Dick’s Market, Lin’s and Fresh Market locations will expand their relationship with Rosie to provide e-commerce curbside pickup to 33 of their locations by Oct. 31. The new service will be extended to locations from Cache Valley and Salt Lake City, to […]