The Maryland Retailers Alliance has released its annual holiday sales outlook following the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) nationwide forecast. The NRF anticipates U.S. holiday retail sales will grow between 3.7-4.2 percent this season, surpassing $1 trillion for the first time. The national projection, coupled with Maryland-specific economic indicators, suggests a holiday season marked by steady […]
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Uncle Giuseppe’s Marketplace Opens In Bohemia, NY
Uncle Giuseppe’s Marketplace held a grand opening Nov. 14 for a new store at 5181 Sunrise Hwy. in Bohemia, New York, bringing its old-world shopping experience to Suffolk County on Long Island. The 39,000-square-foot store opened at 7 a.m., followed by a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 11 a.m. The store features a full-service deli, scratch-made bakery, […]
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Weis Markets Raises $555K During Fight Hunger Program
Weis Markets has donated $555,000 to 18 food banks and pantries as part of the company’s 18th annual Fight Hunger program. The donation includes customer contributions made when checking out at Weis stores throughout the year, as well as a corporate donation. “Each year, we’re amazed by the incredible support our customers and associates show […]
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Giant Eagle Launches Upside Pay For Instant Cash Back
Giant Eagle Inc. has expanded its partnership with Upside by launching Upside Pay across all of its stores. The secure mobile payment option gives shoppers instant cash back at the register – no receipt uploads required – while helping Giant Eagle strengthen customer loyalty and drive measurable sales growth. “We’re always looking for ways to enhance the in-store experience, […]
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Wakefern Names Asarasi Winner Of 2026 Local Wellness Supplier Summit
Wakefern Food Corp. named Asarasi the winner of its 2026 Local Wellness Supplier Summit, held Nov. 3 at the New Jersey Convention & Exposition Center. After a day of presentations and product demonstrations by eight suppliers, Asarasi impressed a panel of Wakefern leaders with its organic Sparkling Tree Water and Nekter Pop Probiotic Soda, earning […]
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ShopRite Debuts Expanded Kosher Market In Livingston, NJ
Village Super Market has debuted a expanded Kosher Market at the ShopRite in Livingston, New Jersey, on Nov. 6 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring members of the Sumas family ownership, store management and Rabbi Teichman from the Vaad of MetroWest. The store marks the beginning of a new era in kosher shopping, providing expanded variety […]
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Wakefern Food Corp. Adds Afresh’s AI Fresh Buying Solution
Wakefern Food Corp. is among the first to implement Afresh’s Fresh Buying solution across its produce, meat, seafood, deli and bakery distribution centers. Fresh Buying represents a new model for meat, deli, bakery and produce buyers. It provides the agility and artificial intelligence needed to manage perishables at scale, beyond what conventional supply-chain tools were […]
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BJ’s Wholesale Club To Hold Grand Opening In Sevierville, TN
BJ’s Wholesale Club will debut a new store Nov. 14 at 124 Allensville Road in Sevierville, Tennessee, the fifth location in the state. It also features an on-site BJ’s Gas station that is already open. BJ’s offers members value on everyday essentials, including fresh foods, produce, full-service deli items, fresh bakery goods, household essentials, home […]