Reflecting on the past eight years of running Friends’ Marketplace in Massachusetts and the decision to buy the two stores from his father, Brian Junkins and wife Monila have encountered challenges along the way but are proud of what they have created. Among the changes the pair have made since taking over include expanding the […]
Category: Northeast
Posted inBakery News, Northeast
Grupo Bimbo Selected As One Of The ‘World’s Best Employers’
Horsham, Pennsylvania-based Grupo Bimbo has been recognized for the first time as one of the “World’s Best Employers 2024.” The global edition of Forbes magazine and the research company Statista compiled the list, on which Grupo Bimbo ranked 744th among 850 organizations. The “World’s Best Employers 2024” were selected based on independent surveys conducted and […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Foodtown, Northeast
Foodtown Of Grand Street Celebrates Opening In Brooklyn
Allegiance Retail Services and co-op member and store owner Nasri Abed held the grand opening for the 10,000-square-foot Foodtown of Grand Street on Oct. 11 in the East Williamsburg community of Brooklyn, New York. “This new Foodtown location is not just a supermarket. It’s a celebration of East Williamsburg’s rich cultural tapestry, and it offers […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, Wakefern
Wakefern Reports $20.1B Retail Sales At Annual Meeting
Wakefern Food Corp. Chairman Sean McMenamin addressed shareholders, store management and staff during the company’s annual shareholders’ meeting Oct. 17 at the Hilton in Parsippany, New Jersey. Wakefern reported retail sales of $20.1 billion for the 52-week fiscal year ending Sept. 28, a 2.2 percent increase from the prior year. Cooperative members opened four ShopRite […]
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Wakefern Food Corp. Acquires Di Bruno Bros.’ Branded Product Portfolio
Wakefern Food Corp. has acquired the Di Bruno Bros. portfolio of specialty products that is distributed nationally to wholesale and retail customers. A specialty food retailer and supplier of gourmet cheeses and cured meats in the Philadelphia area since 1939, Di Bruno Bros. was also one of the first specialty grocers to begin selling its […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, Weis Markets
Weis Markets Donates To Local Northeast Schools
Weis Markets has donated funds to local schools in the Northeast during its fourth annual Weis 4 School program. “Weis 4 School is a convenient way for Weis Markets customers to make a difference at local schools by doing their regular grocery shopping,” said Weis Markets Director of Public Relations Dennis Curtin. “Donations generated through […]
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Thomas’ Cranberry Bagels, English Muffins Return To Retailers
Thomas’ Breads is bringing back its seasonal Cranberry Bagels and English Muffins through Dec. 28 at retailers nationwide. Made with real fruit, Thomas’ Cranberry Bagels and English Muffins are available with an SRP of $5.49, while Thomas’ Cranberry English Muffins have an SRP of $5.29. Consumers also may purchase more of the variety of products the brand […]
Posted inMarket Profile, Association News, Northeast
Keyed By Geography, Pennsylvania Grocers Embracing Competition, Opportunity
The Griffin Report recently chatted with Alex Baloga, president and CEO of the Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association, about how grocers in the Keystone State are faring, the factors influencing them and the future outlook. What issues are impacting grocers in Pennsylvania this year? Economic factors, chiefly inflation, supply chain disruptions and adapting to changing consumer […]