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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 […]

Posted inBakery News, Home Page Latest News, Independent Store News, West

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 […]

Posted inFood Service News, C-Store News, Corporate Store News, Frozen Food, Health & Wellness, Independent Store News, Northeast, Perishables, Suppliers

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 […]

Posted inMidwest, Independent Store News, Marketing News

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 […]

Posted inHealth & Wellness, Independent Store News, Midwest

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 […]