Carlisle, Pennsylvania-based The Giant Company and its dietitians are launching a virtual Summer Camp Series, where it will highlight recipes and meal ideas around specific topics. All classes are offered free and live via Zoom throughout June, July and August. “While food brings families together year-round, there is something special about time spent together in the summer – […]
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Weis Markets Celebrates National Dairy Month
Lewisburg, Pennsylvania-based Weis Markets, Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association, Feeding Pennsylvania and American Dairy Association North East is celebrating National Dairy Month with the kickoff of the “Fill A Glass With Hope” campaign. The June 1 event at Weis Markets in Lewisburg featured appearances from Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding, former Pittsburgh Steelers star Charlie Batch and local dairy […]
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J&J Snack Foods To Acquire Dippin’ Dots
Pennsauken, New Jersey-based J&J Snack Foods Corp. has entered into an agreement to acquire Dippin’ Dots, the producer of flash-frozen beaded ice cream treats, for $222 million, subject to customary purchase price adjustments. The transaction will be funded through a combination of cash and senior debt financing and is expected to be accretive to J&J’s annual […]
Posted inAssociation News, Northeast
NJFC Graduates Leadership Development Class
The NJFC celebrated the graduation of its Leadership Development Class May 24 at the Night of Distinction at the Palace in Somerset, New Jersey. Launched in 2014, the Food Council Leadership Development Program provides training for future leaders who have a passion for working in the food industry, possess an interest in the dynamics and […]
Posted inCenter Store, Northeast
Bonne Maman Releases New Line Of Fruit Spreads
Bloomfield, New Jersey-based Bonne Maman Preserves has announced its new line of fruit spreads, adding a reduced sugar option to its family of preserves, curds, herbal teas and gift boxes. The company currently has six flavors of fruit spreads available – red fruit, cherry, apricot, orange, strawberry and blueberry. They contain 38 percent less sugar, […]
Posted inBeverage News, Northeast
Rockstar Energy Drink Debuts First Hispanic Equity Campaign
Purchase, New York-based Rockstar Energy Drink has unveiled its ad campaign, “Poder Para Mi Gente (Power for My People),” its first Hispanic equity effort spotlighting young Hispanics inspired by their heritage. “This is a huge moment for Rockstar Energy Drink, which has a long heritage of creating beverages that Hispanics love. With this campaign, we applaud those who […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast
Weis Markets Reopens Store In West Hazleton, PA
Weis Markets reopened its West Hazleton, Pennsylvania, store May 26. The 65,000-square-foot store, located on Susquehanna Boulevard, was damaged in a fire in December 2021. The store has been restored and upgraded. Enhancements include a drive-thru pharmacy and a new market-style produce department. In addition, all checkout lanes are self-checkout or dual use, meaning they can be […]
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Big Y Hiring For New Location In Norwood, MA
Big Y Foods Inc. will open a hiring site to fill more than 100 part-time and full-time positions at its new location in Norwood, Massachusetts. The site will be a trailer at the Walpole Big Y, 1111 Providence Highway, Walpole, Massachusetts. The site will be open June 7 through July 2. “Big Y is the perfect […]