Posted inIndependent Store News, Grocery Store Layout, News, Northeast, Tops Friendly Markets

Tops Celebrates $2M Store Remodel In Ellenville, NY

Tops Friendly Markets held a grand opening June 8 for a new 46,750-square-foot store in Ellenville, New York, representing a $2 million investment in the local economy and creating more than 120 jobs. During the grand opening celebration, customers were able to enjoy sampling stations and live music and had opportunities to take part in […]

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NGA, FMS Solutions Partner On Policy, Profit Summits

The National Grocers Association (NGA) has partnered with FMS Solutions for this year’s Executive Conference & Public Policy Summit (Oct. 20-21) and the inaugural FMS Profit Summit (Oct. 22-24), two events featuring sessions focused on policy, technology and profit strategies for independent grocers. “NGA’s Executive Conference & Public Policy Summit has been a must-attend event […]

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ShopRite Donates $1.8M To Charities At 2025 ShopRite LPGA Classic

ShopRite held its annual LPGA Classic Presented by Acer June 6-8, awarding a record $1.8 million in grants to food banks, hospitals and other charitable organizations. Leading into the weekend tournament, ShopRite’s annual charitable luncheon June 6 introduced new initiatives that included a scholarship program, more sponsorships for athletes on the LPGA Tour and a […]

Posted inAssociation News, Market Profile, Midwest, News

Indiana Economy: Stability, Setbacks And Grocery Industry’s Fight To Adapt

Indiana’s economy remained largely stable through 2024, buoyed by strong capital investments and modest GDP growth. But a forecast released in April cast a shadow over the state’s two-year financial outlook, setting the stage for challenges in the grocery and convenience store industries. According to the Indiana Business Research Center, the state’s GDP showed modest […]

Posted inHealth & Wellness, Meijer, Midwest, News

Meijer Expands Pharmacy Services On Homeward’s Platform

Meijer has begun a partnership with Homeward, a technology-enabled rural health platform, to improve healthcare access and care coordination for medicare-eligible residents across Michigan. According to Meijer, rural Michiganders face health and economic disparities compared to those living in urban areas, with lower median household incomes, fewer primary care providers and higher rates of chronic […]