Taunton, Massachusetts-based Harpak-ULMA has announced the North American availability of ULMA’s Tight-Bag machines for poultry products. The technology combines vertical bagging with a patented air extraction process to automate vacuum bagging for food products. The Tight-Bag machine produces leakproof bags without perforations and includes HMI-adjustable air volume, a process that can facilitate up to 15 percent […]
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Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Hannaford Donates $100K To Expand College Food Pantries
Hannaford Supermarkets has donated $100,000 to expand and support food pantries for students at community colleges in New Hampshire and Massachusetts. The funding will enable 13 community colleges served by the Foundation for New Hampshire Community Colleges and Massachusetts Association of Community Colleges to expand and renovate campus food pantries with new refrigeration and freezer equipment, as […]
Posted inAssociation News, Northeast
New Jersey Food Council Releases Digital ‘Green Guidelines’
The New Jersey Food Council has released its “Green Guidelines” to benefit its members and the communities it serves. The digital guidelines educate members about environmentally-friendly initiatives, as well as preserving natural resources and other ways in which food retailers can incorporate effective sustainability programs that benefit all of New Jersey. “As a result of […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Northeast
Goya Sends Supplies To Residents Affected By Train Derailment
Jersey City, New Jersey-based Goya Foods and its foundation are sending ready-to-serve food and beverages to the people of East Palestine, Ohio, and surrounding areas in response to a train derailment. “The impact of this disaster is devastating on both the community and the environment. East Palestine has been treated like a forgotten town, and while this may be a […]
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NJFC Welcomes Two New Board Members At Annual Meeting
Two new board members were elected Jan. 31 at the New Jersey Food Council’s annual membership meeting as it introduced its 2023 theme: “Beyond Essential.” The board welcomed Todd Ferrera, VP and district manager of food market operations for Wegmans Food Markets, and Pete Contino, store manager of Weis Markets. The NJFC theme for 2023 […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Northeast
Gilbert & Bernard Named Finalist For National Charcuterie Award
Brooklyn, New York-based Gilbert & Bernard has been named as a finalist for a national charcuterie award for its bistro-style mousse with cognac, one of the new items in the brand’s pâté line. Scott Bridi, founder of charcuterie producer Brooklyn Cured, teamed up with his wife, Hannah Bae, to launch Gilbert & Bernard Pâté and Specialty Foods […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast
ShopRite Hires Waxler To Lead Health, Wellness Outreach
The ShopRite of Canton, Connecticut, has welcomed Hannah Waxler, a registered dietitian, to its team to head up the store’s health and wellness outreach to customers. “We are excited to have Hannah join our team. Her addition continues more than 12 years of serving the community through our wellness program, which includes in-store nutritional counseling, […]
Posted inCenter Store, Northeast
Nylabone Makes Valentine’s Day Donation To American Humane
Neptune City, New Jersey-based Nylabone, a brand in the central garden and pet company portfolio, has announced a $10,000 donation to American Humane in support of its Pups4Patriots program. The contribution, which coincides with Valentine’s Day, honors the companionship U.S. military veterans and their service dogs share. The donation will benefit American Humane’s mission to connect […]