ShopRite Partners In Caring is marking its 25th anniversary by raising money and awareness around food insecurity with the annual Cheerios contest. The long-running fundraiser, in partnership with Cheerios maker General Mills, encourages ShopRite stores to compete to raise money to curb hunger in local communities. Associates from participating ShopRite stores who raise the most […]
Category: Northeast
The Shelby Report of the Northeast covers grocery retailers, wholesalers and suppliers in Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Vermont. Follow the latest store openings, remodels, leadership changes and market news from the region.
Posted inProduce News, Northeast
Giant Eagle Invests $25M To Lower Prices On Produce Items
Giant Eagle is implementing a 20 percent average price reduction on more than 200 produce items across its Giant Eagle and Market District locations, offering customers an estimated $25 million in annual savings. The New Low Price initiative will include many of the most popular items in the produce department as Giant Eagle aims to […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Association News, Northeast
Plant Based World Expo North America Holds Successful Fifth Event In NYC
Plant Based World Expo North America held its fifth event Sept. 24-25 at the Javits Center in New York City, presenting the future of the industry to retail and foodservice professionals. The event highlighted the innovation and longevity of the plant-based sector, setting the stage for what’s next in food and beverage for key stakeholders. […]
Posted inSupply Chain News, Northeast, UNFI
UNFI’s Driver Ambassador Program Names 2024 Elite Drivers
United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) has recognized three of its employees as 2024 Elite Drivers of the Year as part of its Driver Ambassador Program. To celebrate this achievement, each driver was awarded $10,000. Additionally, each distribution center in which the Elite Driver resides receives a premium, UNFI-branded Navistar LT625 tractor to use for deliveries […]
Posted inExecutive News, Home Page Latest News, Northeast, Stop & Shop
Stop & Shop President Reid To Retire, Wheeler To Assume Role
Roger Wheeler, chief commercial and supply chain officer for Ahold Delhaize USA, has been appointed president of Stop & Shop, effective Sept. 30, as current President Gordon Reid plans to retire in mid-2025. “At Ahold Delhaize USA, it’s a strength of our organization that we have a depth of internal leadership talent which will ensure […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, Weis Markets
Weis Markets To Purchase 2 Sunnyway Food Stores In PA
Weis Markets has entered into an agreement to purchase certain assets of Sunnyway Foods Stores’ supermarkets at 49 Warm Spring Road in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, and 212 N. Antrim Way in Greencastle, Pennsylvania. “Sunnyway Foods, the Martin family and its associates are known for their service and dedication to their communities,” said Jonathan Weis, Weis Markets’ chairman and CEO. “As a […]
Posted inAssociation News, Northeast
FCCfGG To Hail Food Industry Pros, Policy Makers At Annual Breakfast
The Food Council Committee for Good Government (FCCfGG) will hold the golden anniversary of its “Good Government” Breakfast on Oct. 1 at the Forsgate Country Club in Monroe Township, New Jersey. State lawmakers and food industry leaders will be discussing key issues and honoring those who support good government principles. Attendees will hear about issues […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Amazon Fresh, Northeast, Whole Foods
Whole Foods Market Daily Shop Debuts In NYC’s Upper East Side
Whole Foods Market opened its first smaller format store, Whole Foods Market Daily Shop, on Sept. 18 in New York City’s Lenox Hill neighborhood in the Upper East Side. Located at 1175 Third Ave., the 9,101-square-foot store is designed to bring fresh, quality ingredients to urban customers. “Opening this first Whole Foods Market Daily Shop […]
Posted inAssociation News, Northeast
New Jersey Food Council Elects New Board Members
The New Jersey Food Council (NJFC) has appointed several new members to fill recently vacated seats on the board of directors. The new board members – all of whom have been unanimously approved – have undergone a comprehensive orientation program over the summer. As part of the process, President and CEO Linda Doherty outlined the […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, Northeast
Village Super Market CEO Stepping Down, Successors Named
Village Super Market CEO Robert Sumas has notified the board of directors of his decision to step down as CEO and interim chairman of the board effective Dec. 13. The board plans to appoint John J. Sumas as new CEO and Nicholas Sumas as president and chairman of the board of directors, effective Dec. 13. […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, Weis Markets
Weis Markets Includes Non-foods In Low-price Program
Weis Markets is expanding its Low, Low Price (LLP) program with the addition of 448 non-food items across eight non-food categories, including toilet tissue, plates, disposable cups/utensils, waste bags, paper towels and napkins, storage bags, wrap and containers, and facial tissue. “Helping customers save money on their groceries is our job. Our Low, Low Price program continues to offer strong, everyday savings on 10,000 […]
Posted inBakery News, Northeast
Tops Unveils New Artisan Breads
Tops Friendly Markets has introduced new artisan breads – designed to enhance sandwiches, appetizers and table breads – at participating stores. They are available in seven flavors – Rosemary Sea Salt, Kalamata Olive, Asiago, Roasted Garlic, Pugliese, Ciabatta and Baguette – though the variety may vary by location. Created in partnership with Buffalo-based Rich Products, the collection is a “perfect example […]
Posted inProduce News, Corporate Store News, Northeast, Tops Friendly Markets
Franklin To Receive IFPA’s Retail Produce Manager Of The Year Award
Brad Franklin, produce manager for Tops Friendly Markets in Towanda, Pennsylvania, will receive the 2024 Retail Produce Manager of the Year Award. For their commitment to fresh produce, innovative merchandising, community service and customer satisfaction, Franklin is one of 20 produce managers nationwide being recognized from the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) with this distinction. “Brad […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, ShopRite
Inserra Supermarkets Donates $109K To Diabetes Research Institute Foundation
Inserra Supermarkets presented Michael Burton, CEO of the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation, with a $109,356 check presentation Aug. 20 at its ShopRite of Metro Plaza Jersey City. All of Inserra’s family-owned and -operated company stores raised $54,678 during the company’s June “Dollars Against Diabetes” (DAD) fundraiser. The Inserra Family Foundation provided a matching grant so $109,356 […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Northeast
The Hershey Co. Names Del Pozzo U.S. Confection President
The Hershey Co. has appointed Michael Del Pozzo as president of U.S. confection, effective Sept. 16, where he will lead Hershey’s next phase of U.S. growth with a portfolio of brands such as Hershey’s, Reese’s and Jolly Rancher. “I am thrilled to join Hershey at such an exciting time for the company,” Del Pozzo said. “I am inspired by the company’s history, culture and […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast, The Giant Company
The Giant Co. Shares Plans For New Philadelphia Store
The Giant Co. has shared plans for a new 50,000-square-foot store store at 701 Cathedral Road in the Andorra neighborhood of Philadelphia. “Since the opening of our first Giant in the city in 2011, we’ve been honored to be the grocery store of choice for so many customers across Philadelphia,” said John Ruane, president. “We can’t wait to […]
Posted inProduce News, Northeast, Tops Friendly Markets
Tops Promotes Blair To Fruit Desk, Rowe Moves To Vegetable Desk
Tops Friendly Markets has promoted Matthew Blair to category business manager for produce–fruit desk, with Justin Rowe shifting from that role to category business manager for produce-vegetable desk. In his new role, Blair will be responsible for developing and managing the procurement and merchandising program for produce–fruit to achieve budgeted sales, gross profit, inventory turns […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, Wakefern
Wakefern Food Corp. Searches For Local Suppliers, Vendors
Wakefern Food Corp. is hosting a summit for suppliers this fall to find the best new foods and products for its supermarket banners. Interested suppliers and vendors should be based in markets where Wakefern banners operate, and the application process for Wakefern’s Total Store Local Supplier Summit is under way. Wakefern is focused on finding […]
Posted inBig Y Foods, Bakery News, Executive News, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, Northeast, Produce News
Big Y Appoints New VPs Of Fresh Foods, Center Store
Big Y Foods has named John P. Fraro as VP of fresh foods, while Steve Nordstrom has been appointed as VP of center store. Both report to Michael R. Cormier, SVP of sales and marketing. “Our people are and always will be the heart of our company. They foster and grow our culture of caring, continuous […]
Posted inMarket Profile, Association News, Northeast
Retail Grocery Industry Across New York Undergoing Recalibration
It has taken a while, but the grocery industry in New York is beginning to return to normal levels. While this is positive news, grocers in the state still face some formidable challenges. Mike Durant, president and CEO of the Food Industry Alliance of New York, pointed out that grocers in the state are experiencing similar […]