Ewing, New Jersey-based Vitafusion is introducing six new gummy vitamin products: Irresistible Skin, Organic Prenatal Multi, Triple Immune Power, Apple Cider Vinegar, Kids Melatonin and Teen Essential Multi. “The Vitafusion brand provides consumers with a fun and delicious alternative to traditional vitamin pills and tablets. We are constantly addressing unmet nutritional needs in the gummy […]
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Supermarkets Temporarily Raise Wages, Adjust Hours During Health Crisis
Supermarkets continue to make changes to serve customers during the coronavirus crisis. Following are some of the latest developments in the Northeast. FutureProof Retail donates mobile checkout to stores FutureProof Retail (FPR) is donating its Mobile Checkout Solution to grocery stores, pharmacies and supermarkets to help reduce stress on stores and communities. Created and […]
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Stavis Seafoods Names Industry Veteran Lancaster VP Of Sales
Stavis Seafoods, a Boston-based multinational fishing company and seafood manufacturer, named David Lancaster VP of sales, joining the company’s executive leadership team. Lancaster has more than 30 years of experience in sales, management and the seafood industry. In his new role, he will be responsible for the overall management of the sales team and the […]
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Baldor Specialty Foods Offers Home Delivery Amid Coronavirus Crisis
Bronx, New York-based Baldor Specialty Foods, one of the largest wholesale importers and distributors of fresh produce and specialty foods in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions, said for the first time in its history it will make its inventory of food available directly to consumers within a 50-mile radius of its Bronx headquarters for at-home […]
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The Giant Co., Philadelphia 76ers Team To Fight Hunger
The Philadelphia 76ers and The Giant Co. are teaming up to address childhood hunger in the greater Philadelphia region. Both organizations have begun a month-long campaign at Southwark School in Philadelphia as part of a series of events to raise awareness of and eliminate childhood hunger. “No one, especially children, should have to wonder where their next […]
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CDA Inducts Keith Canning Of Sawyer Island Consulting Into Hall Of Fame
Keith Canning, CEO and founder of Sawyer Island Consulting in Portland, Maine, was inducted into the Convenience Distribution Association’s Hall of Fame Feb. 25 at the Convenience Distribution Marketplace in San Antonio. CDA’s Hall of Fame award is presented to the industry’s most valued participants—those whose careers are highlighted by continual accomplishments on the industry’s […]
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Utz Quality Foods Adds Several New Snacks To Product Lineup
Hanover, Pennsylvania-based Utz Quality Foods LLC has added new products to its lineup, which became available through retailers on Feb. 3. From Zapp’s New Orleans style “Evil Eye” Kettle Potato Chips to Good Health Creamy Onion & Chive Veggie Chips to Utz Ridge Cut Potato Chips, the line-up is comprised of both indulgent and better-for- you […]
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Smile Coffee Werks Launches Commercially Compostable Coffee Pods
Smile Coffee Werks, based in Darien, Connecticut, has unveiled compostable coffee pods made from renewable raw materials with over a 12-month shelf life. The patented technology utilizes a plant based, BPA-free cup and top. The pods are compatible with Nespresso classic style coffee makers, BPI-certified and commercially compostable in 12 weeks. Made from renewable plant-based […]