Group also tracking gubernatorial, other races in November election by Eric Pereira / content creator Changes to grocery store checkout, specifically plastic bags, soon will be coming to the Garden State, according to Linda Doherty, president and CEO of the Trenton-based New Jersey Food Council. In May, the state will be banning single-use plastic and […]
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Wakefern Food Corp. Celebrates 75th Anniversary
Keasbey, New Jersey-based Wakefern Food Corp. marked its 75th anniversary during its annual meeting on Oct. 21, when executives paid tribute to the family-owned businesses that comprise the cooperative and drive its success. Chairman and CEO Joseph S. Colalillo, President and COO Joe Sheridan and EVP Chris Lane addressed Wakefern members, shareholders, staff and store management during the company’s meeting, […]
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Giant Food Offers Limited-Time 24 Days Of Wine Advent Calendar
Landover, Maryland-based Giant Food has released its limited-time 24 Days of Wine Advent Calendar. The product, available in November at select Giant stores in Virginia, provides customers a special opportunity to taste different styles of wine in a specially curated and versatile assortment. The assortment includes varietals ranging from pinot noir and rosé to sauvignon […]
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The Giant Co. To Open Newest Philadelphia Store On Nov. 12
The Giant Co.’s newest Philadelphia store, located at 2201 Cottman Ave. at the corner of Bustleton Avenue, will open at 8 a.m. on Nov. 12. The 67,000-square-foot store will operate from 6 a.m. to midnight, seven days a week and employ approximately 150 full- and part-time team members. Sabita Singh, a grocery veteran with nearly […]
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Sweet Loren’s Launches Holiday Sugar Cookie Dough Packaging
New York-based Sweet Loren’s pre-portioned Sugar Cookie Dough is debuting its first limited edition holiday packaging. The packaging, complete with all the tips needed to create snowflake shapes, a snowman and holly-decorated cookies, is hitting grocery store shelves across the U.S. This limited-edition holiday packaging shows how easy it is to bake; all that’s needed is the cookie dough […]
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F&S Produce Co. Introduces Green Giant Stir-Fry Kits, Organic Vegetables
Pre-washed, pre-cut bagged fresh veggies are a winner for consumers who want a fast-fixing meal option to put on the table. Two new products from F&S Produce Co. are Green Giant Fresh Stir-Fry Kits and Little Green Sprout’s Organic vegetables. Green Giant Fresh Stir-Fry Kits come in five flavors: Teriyaki, Korean Kimchi, Chinese Black Pepper, […]
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Stokes Named CEO Of Kind North America
New York-based Kind Healthy Snacks has appointed Russell Stokes as the new CEO of Kind North America. Stokes assumes the role with immediate effect and reports directly to Juan Martin, Kind’s global president and CEO. Stokes has most recently served as Kind’s chief growth officer, joining the team earlier this year. In his new role, he will lead Kind […]
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Stop & Shop, Ocean State Job Lot Celebrate Newly Opened Facilities
Grocery retailer Stop & Shop and discount retailer Ocean State Job Lot are celebrating newly opened facilities within the RK Weymouth Shopping Center and the significant investment the companies have made in the Weymouth, Massachusetts, community. To commemorate this effort, Weymouth Mayor Bob Hedlund conducted the recent ribbon cutting. Stop & Shop officials said they are proud to have […]