Ahold Delhaize USA has completed the rollout of its digital and e-commerce platform for all five U.S. brands – Food Lion, The Giant Co., Giant Food, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. This milestone was marked as Hannaford transitioned to the platform this fall. The modern, cloud-based architecture enables the Ahold Delhaize USA brands to collectively […]
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Posted inCorporate Store News, News, West
Grocery Outlet, Feeding America To Provide 3M Meals For Hunger Relief
Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. is partnering with Feeding America to provide three million meals to those facing hunger this holiday season. Customers can donate at the register when checking out. Store operators will choose which local food bank or community organization to support, and Grocery Outlet will match the total amount of in-store donations up […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Association News, National, News
NGA, FMI Applaud Government Reopening, Highlight Independent Grocers’ Leadership During Shutdown
The National Grocers Association (NGA) and FMI – The Food Industry have applauded Congress for reopening the government and funding the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) through 2026. Throughout the shutdown, independent grocers stepped up to fill the void when SNAP benefits were disrupted. Across the country, local grocers kept their doors open, partnered with […]
Posted inGrocery Store Equipment, National, News
Simbe Commemorates 10 Years Of Tally The Robot
Simbe is commemorating 10 years since introducing Tally, an autonomous shelf-scanning robot that has become a tool for retailers across grocery, mass merchandise, club and specialty formats. Tally operates in 10 countries and nearly a dozen sectors, serving nearly 50 global retail leaders, regional innovators and high-service independents alike. Simbe remains the only platform combining […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Anniversary Issues, News, Northgate Market, West
Miguel Gonzalez: Transitions To Advisory Role, Confident In Northgate’s Next Chapter
It’s just been a few months since Miguel González stepped away from day-to-day operations at Northgate González Market, with his brother, Jesús, succeeding him as co-president. “Jesús is smart, and he is a very hard worker and knows a lot about the business,” Miguel said. “It was my recommendation to approve Jesús as the new […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Southeast
Detwiler’s Farm Market To Open New Store In Bradenton, FL
Detwiler’s Farm Market will open its seventh location following the renovation of a former Winn-Dixie store in the Braden River Plaza at 4502 E State Road 64 in Bradenton, Florida. The 43,000-square-foot store will feature Detwiler’s signature departments – including farm-fresh produce, high quality meats and seafood, old-fashioned deli and scratch-made bakery – while introducing […]
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Total Online Grocery Sales Reach $11.6B In October
U.S. monthly online grocery sales totaled $11.6 billion in October, a 10.5 percent increase over the previous year, according to the Brick Meets Click Grocery Shopper Survey, sponsored by Mercatus. October’s moderate growth rate compared to the 2024 surge was the result of an expanding base of monthly active users (MAUs), tempered by anemic gains […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Albertsons, News, West
Albertsons Cos. Adds Free Uber One Perks For Loyalty Members
Albertsons Companies Inc. is collaborating with Uber, becoming the first major grocer to offer Uber One perks to all free and paid loyalty members. As the company continues to invest in its loyalty program, members of the free for U and paid FreshPass programs can receive extended free trials of Uber One. “At Albertsons Cos., […]