Greenwich, Connecticut-based Brynwood Partners VIII L.P. has acquired De Wafelbakkers from its current owners, The Oklahoma Publishing Co., a subsidiary of the Anschutz Corporation. Terms and conditions of the deal are not being disclosed. De Wafelbakkers is a manufacturer of branded, co-manufactured and private label frozen pancakes, waffles and French toast in the U.S. The company’s products […]
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All Giant Food Pharmacy Locations Offering COVID-19 Vaccine
Giant Food says all 152 of its in-store pharmacies throughout Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia and Delaware are offering the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents. Since late 2020, Giant has been administering vaccinations and is continuing to work closely with local and federal authorities to receive additional doses on an ongoing basis. Giant’s pharmacies are currently utilizing the Moderna, Pfizer and Johnson […]
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ShopRite Associates Earn Spot On Cheerios Cereal Box
ShopRite customers will recognize some familiar faces on their favorite cereal box when they visit stores during April. Photos of 100 associates will appear on limited-edition Cheerios boxes as part of an annual tradition recognizing associates for fighting hunger in the communities where ShopRite stores operate. Their fundraising efforts this year raised $1 million for […]
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Allegiance Retail Services Opens Foodtown In New Hartford, CT
Allegiance Retail Services celebrated the grand opening of the first Connecticut Foodtown on March 31. The store is owned by Allegiance member Michael Fernandez and is located at 141 Main St. in New Hartford. The Foodtown has been completely remodeled and transformed into a state-of-the-art supermarket. These enhancements expand product selection throughout the store, while […]
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The Giant Co. Celebrates Grand Opening Of Riverwalk Store
The Giant Co. opened Riverwalk Giant, its urban flagship store, in Philadelphia on March 19. During the community grand opening, the company also announced $150,000 in donations to local organizations, including a major commitment to Mural Arts Philadelphia. The event featured remarks from David Briel, deputy secretary of Pennsylvania’s Department of Community and Economic Development; Philadelphia […]
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VERC Enterprises Sells Convenience Store Group To Multiple Buyers
Duxbury, Massachusetts-based VERC Enterprises is selling its 32 convenience stores to multiple buyers in the industry. Leo Vercollone, CEO, said that the buyers of the VERC sites include Energy North Group, Global LLP and one unspecified party. Not included in the sale are two Briteway Car Wash locations, one in Marshfield and one in Norwell, […]
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Godshall’s Quality Meats Promotes Rivera To VP Of Sales
Godshall’s Quality Meats has promoted Jacinto Rivera to the position of VP of sales. He will report to Ron Godshall, president. In Rivera’s new position, he will be in charge of all sales activity and will provide a vision, as well as a direction, for ongoing growth. Starting with Godshall’s in January 2020 as director […]
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Twizzlers Twists To Release Its First Mystery Flavor
Everyone loves a little mystery, so the Twizzlers brand is bringing some fun and flavor by launching the first Twizzlers Twists Mystery Flavor. The Twizzlers brand was inspired to ignite a flavorful mystery with this latest innovation, offering a taste so mysterious consumers may have to go through more than a few twists before they guess […]