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Catania Oils’ Basile Named To Dealmaker Hall Of Famers

Catania Oils, one of Massachusetts’ largest manufacturers, recently announced that CEO Anthony Basile was named to Smart Business Network’s 2025 Boston Class of Dealmaker Hall of Famers. The Boston Dealmakers Conference was held March 20 at The Westin Copley Place. Catania Oils, a family-owned business for 125 years, has grown into the Northeast’s leading processor […]

Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Marketing News, News, Northeast

Northeast Grocery Taps Grocery TV To Elevate In-Store Experience

Northeast Grocery Inc., the parent company of Market 32, Price Chopper and Tops Friendly Markets, has partnered with Grocery TV to elevate its in-store experience. Through the partnership, Grocery TV will power digital screens in Northeast Grocery’s 300 stores across its six-state footprint, introducing more engaging promotions to shoppers. Grocery TV’s consultative approach resulted in […]

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ShopRite Launches Earth Month Challenge To Promote Sustainability

ShopRite is celebrating Earth Month in April by introducing an “Earth Month Challenge” for stores, encouraging employees to explore new ways to reduce their location’s environmental impact and increase sustainability. The top three ShopRite stores that take the most actionable steps to reduce their environmental impact will be recognized with special celebrations. According to ShopRite, […]

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New Hampshire’s Co-Op Food Stores Powered By Partnerships

Dawn Archambeault, director of marketing and consumer relations for Co-Op Food Stores in New Hampshire, discusses the company’s approach to operating two co-ops in proximity to one another yet in distinctly different neighborhoods of the Upper Valley region. What are some of the biggest differences between your two co-ops? While each store has its own […]

Posted inBeverage News, News, Northeast

Castillo Hermanos Acquires Harvest Hill Beverage Co.

Castillo Hermanos has entered into an agreement with Brynwood Partners to acquire Stamford, Connecticut-based Harvest Hill Beverage Co., with brands such as SunnyD, Juicy Juice and Little HUG. The acquisition of Harvest Hill by Castillo Hermanos, a family-owned company founded in 1886, expands its U.S. presence. Castillo Hermanos is partnering with private investment firm Centerview Capital, which […]

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Tourism, Local Products Generate Gains For New Hampshire’s Grocery Industry

by Russell Greenlaw, EVP of sales, marketing and technology for Associated Grocers of New England New Hampshire’s grocery landscape is shaped by a unique mix of factors, including its diverse geographic regions, fluctuating consumer preferences and the state’s evolving labor market. While many of the state’s economic challenges mirror those seen nationwide, they are often […]

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The Hershey Co. To Acquire LesserEvil

The Hershey Co. has entered into an agreement to acquire LesserEvil, maker of organic snacks that combine bold flavors with better-for-you ingredients. The addition of LesserEvil will further expand Hershey’s snacking portfolio across its long-established confection brands – such as Hershey’s, Reese’s and Jolly Ranchers – and emerging salty snack brands, including SkinnyPop, Dot’s Homestyle […]