Linda Doherty, who has served as president and CEO of the New Jersey Food Council (NJFC) for 20 years, was hailed for her service with a $5,000 President’s Scholarship, to be awarded annually to a student from a member company or family member. NJFC launched the scholarship through an advertising journal, which was distributed at […]
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 inIndependent Store News, Executive News, Northeast
ARS Makes It Official: Fantozzi New President, COO
Allegiance Retail Services (ARS), a supermarket services cooperative based in Iselin, New Jersey, has named Joe Fantozzi as president and COO, effective immediately. Fantozzi was named interim president and COO in September, when John Derderian voluntarily agreed to reduce his responsibilities and transition to a part-time role of principal advisor for retail development and strategic business […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast
ARS Opens New Foodtown In Brooklyn, NY
Allegiance Retail Services (ARS), a retailer-owned grocery co-op, held a grand opening Dec. 9 for a new Foodtown at 457 Atlantic Ave. in Brooklyn, New York. Located in the Boerum Hill neighborhood, the 4,500-square-foot store is owned and operated by the Elayyan family, who have nine supermarkets, seven of which are in Brooklyn. “We are […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast
Tops Invests $2M For Store Remodel In East Aurora, NY
Tops Friendly Markets held a grand reopening Dec. 12 of its store at 65 Grey St. in East Aurora, New York. This renovation, totaling almost $2 million in enhancements, marks the 40th location updated with a new look and a renewed focus on fresh departments over the past several years. This store offers new, enhanced […]
Posted inCenter Store, Northeast
McCormick Names Flavor Of The Year, Releases Annual Report
McCormick has announced the 24th edition of its Flavor Forecast, the annual report illuminating the latest culinary trends shaping the way people prepare and enjoy food worldwide. With this year’s report, McCormick has named the 2024 Flavor of the Year: tamarind, a spice native to Africa, India and the Middle East. Consumers can experience the spice with the new Tamarind […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Associated Grocers of New England, Northeast, Wholesaler/Distributor News
AGNE Praises ReposiTrak For FSMA 204 Records Progress
Associated Grocers of New England (AGNE) has advanced its efforts to comply with FDA’s FSMA 204 food traceability law through automation with the ReposiTrak Traceability Network. The ReposiTrak solution enables the exchange and maintenance of FDA-required data between the co-op’s suppliers, distribution center and retail locations. “AGNE services the needs of independent retail grocers of […]
Posted inExecutive News, Northeast
Big Y Taps D’Amour For District Director
Big Y Foods Inc. has appointed Christian P. D’Amour as district director for 16 markets throughout Connecticut. D’Amour’s responsibilities will include staffing, training and development, operations and sales strategies. He will report to Nicole D’Amour Schneider, VP of supermarket operations. D’Amour began his career at Big Y at age 14 as a part-time service clerk. […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Northeast
Fachner Elected Board Chairman At J&J Snack Foods Corp.
Gerald B. Shreiber, founder of J&J Snack Foods Corp., has decided to transition from his role as chairman of the board. Dan Fachner, who has served as J&J Snack Foods Corp.’s president and CEO since 2021 and a member of the board of directors since 2022, has been elected to serve as board chairman. Shreiber […]
Posted inBeverage News, Northeast
Ocean Spray Introduces Zero Sugar Juice Drinks
Ocean Spray Cranberries Inc. has launched Ocean Spray Zero Sugar Juice Drink, the first beverage from the company with no sugar and artificial sweeteners. The Zero Sugar Juice Drink will be available in its classic Cranberry flavor and Mixed Berry, a new flavor to the brand’s beverage portfolio. “From full flavor blends to refreshing diet […]
Posted inAssociation News, Albertsons, Northeast
NJFC Loss Prevention Conference, Expo Addresses Security Issues
The New Jersey Food Council, in partnership with the New Jersey Retail Merchants Association, the Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association and the Delaware Food Industry Council, addressed the most pressing security issues in the food industry Nov. 2 at the 2023 NJFC Mid-Atlantic Loss Prevention Conference and Expo. Under the theme of “Protecting Our Communities and […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
The Giant Co. Donates $597K To Fund Mobile Food Pantry
The Giant Co. is partnering with Geisinger and Central Susquehanna Opportunities (CSO) to pilot a mobile food pantry that will serve food-insecure people living in the Central Susquehanna Valley in Pennsylvania. The Giant Co. is committing $597,000 to fund the mobile pantry to cover startup costs for the initiative. Expected to launch in early 2024, the mobile food pantry will aim to provide fresh, healthy food […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Northeast
Instacart Offering Alcohol Delivery In New Jersey
In a first for the Garden State, Instacart will be providing alcohol delivery across New Jersey through a partnership with Wegmans Food Markets and all independently-owned Wegmans Wine, Liquor & Beer locations. Beginning Nov. 30, customers can order alcohol delivery in as fast as an hour or scheduled days in advance through the Instacart App […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, ShopRite
Price Chopper/Market 32 Purchases Five Former ShopRite Stores
To further solidify its presence in New York’s Capital Region, Price Chopper/Market 32 has finalized the purchase of the leases, store equipment and fixtures of the five former ShopRite stores in the area in an effort to expand its Market 32 banner. “Our Market 32 brand has been extremely well received, and this gives us […]
Posted inExecutive News, Northeast
The Giant Co. Elevates Lorenz, Sweigert To New Posts
Effective Nov. 27, The Giant Co. has appointed Brian Lorenz as VP of omnichannel fresh merchandising and Kathy Sweigert as VP of the Mid-Atlantic division. Lorenz will report to John Ruane, president, while Sweigert will report to Dave Lessard, SVP of operations, customer experience and perishable distribution. “Brian and Kathy bring vast experience to our […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast
Foodtown Of 204th Street Celebrates Grand Reopening
PSK Supermarkets, a member of Allegiance Retail Services, a retailer owned grocery co-op, is celebrating the grand reopening of Foodtown of East 204th Street in the Bainbridge section of the Bronx, New York. According to Noah Katz, president and CEO of PSK Supermarkets and ARS board member, the grand reopening of this store marks a milestone […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Grocery Outlet Opens Sixth Location In Maryland
Grocery Outlet opened its first store in the Carroll County, Maryland, marketplace on Nov. 16. This marks Grocery Outlet’s sixth location in the state, joining stores in Catonsville, Edgewood, Glen Burnie, Hagerstown and Salisbury. Independent owners and operators Gregory and Amber Phelps signed a lease with Continental Realty Corporation for 22,069 square feet of space […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast
Inserra Supermarkets Opens ShopRite In Elmwood Park
Inserra Supermarkets Inc., a family-owned and operated New Jersey-based company, celebrated the grand opening Nov. 17 of a ShopRite store at 180 Broadway in Elmwood Park. At the ribbon cutting ceremony, the company presented a $10,000 check to the Community FoodBank of New Jersey. It also donated $5,000 in gift cards to the Elmwood Park […]
Posted inExecutive News, Northeast
Utz Brands Elevates Arends, Devore To New Posts
Utz Brands Inc. has named Mitchell “Mitch” Arends as EVP and chief integrated supply chain officer and has appointed Cary Devore as EVP and chief operating and transformation officer. The company said the appointments, effective Nov. 27, will enhance its execution of short- and long-term objectives, including supply chain optimization and integrated business planning. “I […]
Posted inPackaging News, Northeast
Brooklyn Cured Redesigns Packaging To Showcase NY Roots
Brooklyn Cured, a New York-based charcuterie company, has revamped its packaging with designs inspired by its hometown borough. The packaging redesigns echo its commitment to respecting tradition while evolving and growing through product innovation. “Our cured meats are inspired by our diverse, food-centric borough, and we wanted to update our packaging to reflect that,” said […]
Posted inCenter Store, Northeast
B&G Foods Sells Green Giant Shelf-Stable Product Line
B&G Foods Inc. has sold its Green Giant U.S. shelf-stable vegetable product line to Seneca Foods Corp. In connection with the sale, B&G Foods, which will retain ownership of the Green Giant trademarks, will license the Green Giant brand name to Seneca Foods. The sale does not include Green Giant frozen, Green Giant Canada or the Le Sueur brand. “Our decision to sell the U.S. […]