Landover, Maryland-based Giant Food has announced a five-week “Healthier Together” virtual series of free online nutrition and healthy living classes. The series will run from Jan. 17-Feb. 14 and will be hosted by Giant’s team of registered dietitian nutritionists, who will provide guidance, inspiration, recipe and product suggestions for those looking to kick off a healthy new year. […]
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Posted inSustainability News, Northeast
Thrive Market Awarded TRUE Gold Certification For Zero Waste
Thrive Market has announced that its Hanover, Pennsylvania-based fulfillment center was awarded gold level certification under the TRUE (Total Resource Use and Efficiency) rating system. Administered by the Green Business Certification Inc., TRUE helps facilities measure, improve and recognize zero waste performance by encouraging the adoption of sustainable waste management and reduction practices, which contribute […]
Posted inAnniversary Issues, Northeast
Fulfilling Customer Promises Through Choice, Value
For 60 years, Tops Markets has maintained a loyal customer base by combining unparalleled selection with exceptional customer service. “No matter what iteration we’ve been through as a company, our core focus has been the same,” said Mike Nugent, VP of merchandising. “Our consumers have never wavered in their understanding of who we are. That […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Whole Foods To Open Store In New York City’s Financial District
Whole Foods Market will open a new 42,000-square-foot store Jan. 11 in One Wall Street at 66 Broadway in New York City. The new location’s product assortment features more than 1,000 items from New York City and the surrounding area, hand-picked by John Lawson, local forager for Whole Foods Market’s Northeast region. Features of the […]
Posted inAnniversary Issues, Northeast
Tops Committed To ‘Neighbor Helping Neighbors’
It’s all about local at Tops Markets. From partnering with local suppliers and working with neighborhood community groups to customizing displays and products to a particular store, Tops continues to localize the shopping experience for its customers. “Our mission statement is to be the neighborhood store, and we take that to heart,” said Jeff Cady, […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Northeast
Wakefern’s Own Brands Summit To Focus On Diversity
Keasbey, New Jersey-based Wakefern Food Corp. has announced its 2023 Own Brands Supplier Diversity Summit. The event is an open call to diverse private label manufacturers to source new and trending food and beverage products for potential addition to Wakefern’s award-winning Bowl & Basket and Wholesome Pantry store brands portfolio. To be considered for the Own Brands […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Northeast
Cantaloupe Acquires Three Square Market
Malvern, Pennsylvania-based Cantaloupe, a digital payments and software company, has announced the completion of its acquisition of Three Square Market (32M) for $41 million. 32M is a provider of software and self-service kiosk-based point of sale and payment solutions. The acquisition delivers full service capabilities to Cantaloupe’s presence in the micro market industry while also expanding Cantaloupe’s […]
Posted inAnniversary Issues, Northeast
From Stores To Corporate, ‘Greatest Advantage Is Our People’
Maintaining a people-first culture is a priority for Tops Markets. The company is known for its people-centered approach and cooperative management style. “Our greatest advantage is our people, from the stores to the corporate office. A culture built over years of service makes a difference,” said Frank Curci, CEO of Northeast Grocery, the parent company […]