Iselin, New Jersey-based Allegiance Retail Services, a retailer-owned grocery co-op, has announced that three Brigido’s Fresh Markets in Rhode Island have joined its roster of independently-owned supermarkets. The stores were acquired by independent grocers Mike and Melissa Fernandez, who are Allegiance Retail Service members and operate stores under the Foodtown banner. Established by Augusto Brigido […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, Northeast
Zallie Family Markets Promotes Two Execs, Makes Key Addition
Zallie Family Markets has announced the promotions of Anthony Massoni to president and George Veit to VP of operations and merchandising at the family-owned and -operated company in New Jersey. In addition, the grocer has named Anika T. Parker as its director of human resources. The personnel moves come as the company celebrates its 50th […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, West
New Lazy Acres Natural Market Serving ‘Really Unique Neighborhood’
Lazy Acres Natural Market, which features organic and locally-sourced offerings, opened July 29 at 1841 N. Western Ave in Los Feliz, California. The store has a made-to-order juice, smoothie and coffee bar and food venues that serve Mediterranean cuisine, California barbecue and fish tacos. Also available are expanded Lazy Acres staples, such as hot and […]
Posted inFood Lion, Corporate Store News, Southeast
Food Lion Upgrades 47 Stores In North Carolina
With a $77 million capital investment, Food Lion has upgraded several stores across North Carolina. On Aug. 2, the Salisbury, North Carolina-based retailer will hold ribbon-cutting events at 47 stores in the Greenville, Jacksonville and New Bern area. Afterward, the first 100 customers in line will receive a mystery gift card valued up to $250, a […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Southwest
Reasor’s Hosts ‘Supplies For School’ Campaign
Brookshire Grocery Company and Tulsa, Oklahoma-based Reasor’s are hosting its fifth annual “Supplies for Schools” campaign for local students for the 2023-24 school year. Customers can visit any Reasor’s location through Aug. 15 for its “Supplies for Schools” drive. The campaign is designed to coordinate the donation and distribution of new school supplies to students […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast
Save A Lot Rolls Out Full Store Remodel in Alden, NY
To celebrate the renovation of its store at 13107 Broadway in Alden, New York, Save A Lot will offer shoppers discounts on meat, produce and grocery essentials July 30. The store’s new design features a contemporary evolution of the brand inspired by customer and employee feedback. Customers will notice a lighter, brighter and easier-to-shop footprint […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast
Hannaford Donates $100K For Flood Relief, Recovery Efforts
Scarborough, Maine-based Hannaford Supermarkets has donated $100,000 to the American Red Cross to support relief and recovery efforts in communities impacted by the recent flooding in Vermont, as well as New York’s Hudson Valley and New Hampshire. The donation from Hannaford will help the Red Cross provide refuge, meals and snacks, emotional support and health […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Southeast
Kroger Opens Second Spoke Facility In Kentucky
The Kroger Co. announced the opening July 27 of a spoke facility in Independence, Kentucky, that will work in conjunction with its fulfillment center in nearby Monroe, Ohio. The location marks the company’s second spoke facility in the commonwealth, joining one in Louisville that opened in May 2022. According to Kroger, orders will be assembled […]
Posted inH-E-B, Independent Store News, Southwest
H-E-B Names Finalists In Quest For Texas Best Competition
H-E-B has named the 10 finalists in its annual Quest for Texas Best competition. Over the span of a decade, nearly 1,000 food items, beverages and general merchandise have made it to H-E-B shelves through its Quest for Texas Best competition. This year, these companies will compete for $70,000 in cash prizes and earn placement on […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Sunset Winn-Dixie Reopens In Miami, FL
Southeastern Grocers Inc. reintroduced the Sunset Winn-Dixie store July 12 at 8710 SW 72nd St. in Miami to the local community. “We have worked tirelessly with our partners to elevate the Sunset store to meet our safe operating standards while enhancing the store to offer our neighbors a refreshed shopping experience. The outpouring of support […]
Posted inNatural Grocers, Corporate Store News, West
Natural Grocers To Celebrate Store Relocation Aug. 8 In Beaverton, OR
Natural Grocers will relocate its Beaverton, Oregon, store to a renovated, larger space on Aug. 8. The retailer will host a ribbon cutting and food bank donation ceremony in front of the new Beaverton location at 3805 SW 117th Ave. Natural Grocers Crew will welcome the community with gift card giveaways, discounts and prize sweepstakes. The current Natural […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Aldi, National
Cottage Cheese, Greek Yogurt Among Aldi Fan Favorites
For the fifth year, customers have let Aldi know which of the German discount grocer’s products are their favorite, as well as the grocery trends that are reshaping how they shop. “Our loyal shoppers are always vocal about their love for Aldi products and over 70,000 of them sang praises in the 2023 Aldi Fan […]
Posted inGiant Food, Corporate Store News, Northeast
Giant Food, Divert Save 30.8M Pounds Of Food Waste In Past Year
In their first year of collaboration, Giant Food and West Concord, Massachusetts-based Divert Inc. processed more than 30.8 million pounds of wasted food, mitigating nearly 1,400 metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions. “We recognize our responsibility as a leader in the grocery space to make a positive impact on the environment and tackle waste reduction,” […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Food City, Southeast
Food City Breaks Ground In Fort Payne, AL
Food City broke ground July 25 on its next supermarket in Alabama, a 54,000-square-foot location that is expected to open early next year at 1015 Gault Ave. South in Fort Payne. “We are excited to be joining the Fort Payne retail community. We look forward to constructing a state-of-the-art supermarket that will create quality jobs […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast
Hannaford Adds Location, Finishes Upgrades At Six Stores
During the first half of 2023, Scarborough, Maine-based Hannaford Supermarkets welcomed a new store in its eastern footprint and completed upgrades at six locations. Opened in May, the store in Blue Hill, Maine, is the grocer’s 186th overall. It includes a variety of features designed to enhance the shopping experience, including an expansive selection of […]
Posted inPiggly Wiggly, Independent Store News, Southeast
Piggly Wiggly Store Highlights LOC’s Application Suite
Sponsored content After serving their country in the Marines until 1966, two friends saved their money in a cigar box to open a store in Slapout, Alabama. After asking their parents for advice about what to name the store, they suggested calling it “The Boys Store.” “Years of hard work by all the family members […]
Posted inGiant Food, Corporate Store News, Executive News, Northeast
Ahold Delhaize Names Ruane As The Giant Co. President
Ahold Delhaize USA has named John Ruane as president of The Giant Co. “We have been fortunate to have John lead The Giant Co. as interim president during a time of transition, and we are excited about this next step in his career,” said JJ Fleeman, CEO, Ahold Delhaize USA. “He has led the team […]
Posted inH-E-B, Independent Store News, Southwest
H-E-B Bolsters DFW Presence With Store Debut In McKinney, TX
The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex welcomed its third H-E-B location July 19 with the opening of a 118,000-square-foot store at 8700 Eldorado Pkwy. in McKinney, Texas. The new H-E-B joins recently opened stores in Frisco and Plano, as well as the company’s six Central Market locations that have served the area for more than two decades. […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Midwest
Kroger Boost Members Saved $115M During Inaugural Year
In the first year of Cincinnati-based The Kroger Co.’s paid membership program, Boost by Kroger Plus, members saved more than $115 million. In its inaugural year, Boost membership enrollments have exceeded the company’s expectations. The savings members experienced drove increased customer engagement across stores, e-commerce channels and fuel centers. The retailer is celebrating with a […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Southeast
New-Look Save A Lot Ready In Louisville, KY
To mark the recent renovation of its store at 2626 Portland Ave. in Louisville, Kentucky, Save A Lot is offering customers two months’ worth of coupons on favorites like fresh-cut meat and other grocery essentials. “My team and I are thrilled to bring much-needed upgrades to the Portland Ave Save A Lot store and enhance […]