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Flow Alkaline Spring Water Rolls Out ‘Flow Glow’ CBD-Infused Water

Flow Alkaline Spring Water, a brand of naturally alkaline spring water from Canada, is launching a functional beverage line following what the company says is the “strong success” of its core product across North America. The new Flow Glow line is infused with CBD in select markets and botanical and antioxidant ingredients.  “Flow Glow is ultra-hydrating, mineral-rich H2O super […]

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Yowie Chocolate Collectible Candy Benefits Wildlife

Yowie Chocolate Collectible Candy contains a surprise inside each chocolate that will benefit the Wildlife Conservation Society. Each Yowie chocolate is non-GMO, nut-free, gluten-free and will give children a 100 percent natural treat with a collectible, life-like animal toy inside that not only teaches the importance of saving endangered wildlife but contributes to animal conservation efforts. The chocolates are […]

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Kroger And Nuro Launch First Unmanned Delivery Service For The General Public

The Kroger Co. and Nuro have launched what they say is the first-ever unmanned delivery service available to the general public in Scottsdale, Arizona. Since August, the companies have operated a self-driving grocery delivery service in Scottsdale with an autonomous Prius fleet accompanied by vehicle operators. The autonomous vehicles have completed nearly 1,000 deliveries to the […]

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Svoboda Imports Mineral Waters For Distribution In U.S.

Bradenton, Florida-based Svoboda Invest LLC has begun importing Magnesia and Mattoni mineral waters to the U.S. Originating from the Slavkov Forest in the Czech Republic, Magnesia natural mineral water is a natural source of magnesium, which plays a role in more than 300 different metabolic processes. It supports the proper functioning of muscles and nerves […]

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Kroger Selling Its ‘You Technology’ Platform To Inmar

Inmar and The Kroger Co. are forming a new strategic relationship that they say will drive innovation in digital offer management. The relationship includes the sale to Inmar of You Technology, a digital coupon and digital rebate publishing unit owned by Kroger. The sale includes a long-term services agreement with Inmar for the continued delivery of digital […]

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Mercato Offers Order Management And Delivery Dispatching Service

Mercato Inc., a New York-based online ordering and delivery platform for independent grocers, is offering an order management and delivery dispatching service. The software service is designed for grocers to manage customer orders and tap into Mercato’s courier network. The service leverages the same technology Mercato offers to merchants as part of its nationwide online marketplace and grocery delivery service. It allows […]

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Stop & Shop Celebrates Grand Opening Of Newton Store

Stop & Shop, a Quincy, Massachusetts-based grocery retailer, unveiled a new look in Massachusetts with the opening of a 20,950-s.f. store located at 165 Needham Street, Newton Highlands, in Newton Nexus developed by Crosspoint Associates Inc. This small-concept store is the first location in the state to feature the brand’s new logo and updated design. The […]

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L Catterton To Acquire Hot Sauce Producer Cholula

L Catterton, a global consumer-focused private equity firm based in Greenwich, Connecticut, is acquiring Cholula, a producer and distributor of hot sauce. The acquisition will allow Cholula to become a standalone enterprise. The terms of the transaction have not been disclosed.  Cholula hot sauce was introduced into the U.S. in 1989. It is created from a generations-old recipe featuring […]