Stop & Shop and Boston Legacy FC have entered a multi-year partnership designating the Quincy, Massachusetts-based retailer as the “Official Grocery Store” of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) expansion team. The collaboration will focus on addressing food insecurity in the state through the Stop & Shop School Food Pantry Program. The two organizations will […]
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Independent Grocers Expand In NYC As City-Run Stores Debate Continues
Two new independently owned supermarkets opened April 10 in New York City, underscoring continued investment by local operators even as elected officials have announced plans to establish a municipally owned grocery store in each of the five boroughs. One store debuted in the Fort Greene neighborhood of Brooklyn, while the second opened along the White […]
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Schnucks Adds Second Springboard Cohort Products To 15 Stores
Schnuck Markets Inc. has introduced the second class of its Schnucks Springboard emerging business accelerator to 15 stores across the St. Louis area. The 10 participants began a four-week in-store trial on April 15, marking a significant step in the retailer’s initiative to support local and regional entrepreneurs. The cohort includes a range of brands […]
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What It Really Takes To Compete As An Independent Grocer In 2026
Valley Farm Market has been a fixture of East County San Diego since 1956. Derek Marso – third-generation owner, former NFL player and self-described servant leader – took over the family store with one conviction: independent grocers don’t have to compete on price. They compete on experience, specialization, and speed. Under his leadership, Valley Farm […]
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Natural Grocers To Open Third Location In Rock Springs, WY
Natural Grocers will open a new store April 29 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, marking the retailer’s third location in the state. Grand opening celebrations run from April 29-May 31 with savings of up to 50 percent off select premium products. The first 150 customers on opening day will receive mystery gift cards valued between $5 […]
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Publix Honors 6 Employees With Mr. George Community Service Award
Publix Super Markets recognized six associates with the Mr. George Community Service Award for outstanding commitment to their communities during the company’s annual stockholders’ meeting. The award honors associates who embody the giving spirit of Publix founder George Jenkins. “George Jenkins once said, ‘We are not only in the grocery business, we’re in the people […]
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The Giant Co. Plans For Second Location In Ephrata, PA
The Giant Co., which operates under the Giant and Martin’s banners, has announced plans to open a second store in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, aimed at improving accessibility for residents in the northwestern part of the borough. Construction is scheduled to begin once the company secures all necessary permits and approvals from local authorities. Specifics regarding store […]
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Sprouts Farmers Market To Open New Store In Kingwood, TX
Sprouts Farmers Market will open a new location April 17 at 4303 Kingwood Drive in Kingwood, Texas, marking the specialty retailer’s return to the Houston-area suburbs. The 27,000-square-foot store is designed with the company’s signature “farmers market” layout, positioning fresh produce at the center of the shopping experience. “Stepping into Sprouts, shoppers can expect an […]