Big Y Foods Inc., headquartered in Springfield, Massachusetts, has completed renovations at the New Milford, Connecticut, World Class Market at 1 Kent Road as well as the Guilford, Connecticut, World Class Market at 830 Boston Post Road. The New Milford location renovation effort began in March and included major renovations in areas of the 52,672-s.f. […]
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Hussmann Corp. Launches Proto-Aire EZ Refrigeration Solution
St. Louis, Missouri-based Hussmann Corp. has launched its Proto-Aire EZ refrigeration solution. The next generation Proto-Aire extends the solution to meet the growing demand in the marketplace. The new system is an option for grocery applications and primarily designed for the convenience store market. It provides a simplistic, easy to install and service solution geared toward […]
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Stater Bros. Markets Honors ‘Family’ Members For Years Of Service
San Bernardino, California-based Stater Bros. Markets recently recognized its “family” members who reached milestone years of service in their careers. Through the Family Service Awards Program established in 1987, “family” members reaching five, 10 and 15 years of service are recognized with a gold pin that signifies their years of dedication to the company. Honorees […]
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Kroger Names Hostetler New Nashville Division President
The Kroger Co. has named Sonya Hostetler president of the Nashville division, effective Aug. 1. She succeeds Zane Day, who previously announced his plans to retire from the company after nearly 45 years of service. “We’re pleased to welcome Sonya to the Kroger family of companies,” said Mike Donnelly, Kroger’s EVP and COO. “Sonya is a well-respected leader in the […]
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Margaret Hardin Joins NACS As Grassroots Manager
Margaret Hardin has joined Alexandria, Virginia-based National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) as its grassroots manager. In this role she will manage and oversee NACS’ grassroots initiatives including Day on the Hill and NACS In Store. She also will coordinate grassroots outreach to members and focus on growing their political engagement. Prior to joining NACS, […]
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Hy-Vee, Pinky Swear Foundation Fundraise for Children With Cancer And Their Families
West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee Inc., in partnership with Pinky Swear Foundation, will hold a register round-up fundraising event Aug. 1-18 at Hy-Vee’s more than 260 stores. Pinky Swear Foundation is a national charitable organization that supports children with cancer and their families. The annual Hy-Vee Pinky Swear Register Round Up gives customers the opportunity […]
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Stater Bros. Markets To Host New Mexico Hatch Chile Roasting Events
Stater Bros. Markets, in partnership with Aramburo Produce, Progressive Produce and Westlake Produce, will host New Mexico Hatch Chile Roasting events at select Stater Bros. supermarket locations. The exclusive New Mexico Hatch Chiles are available for a limited time only and will be sold in 10-lb. boxes for $19.99 and 25-lb. boxes for $34.99. Roasting is […]
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Brookshire Brothers Acquires Second Sabine Parish, Louisiana, Location
Lufkin, Texas-based Brookshire Brothers is expanding its presence in Western Louisiana with the acquisition of a second location in Many. “We are very grateful and excited to have the opportunity to serve Many in a wider capacity,” said company VP of Retail Operations Luke Gustafson. “With the Market Basket acquisition, we inherit its greatest asset—amazing […]