As part of the 2024 Feeding Minds & Bodies campaign, which marked a decade of partnership between Price Rite Marketplace and Feed the Children, the two organizations hosted 10 events in several states, distributing about 130,000 meals and essentials valued at nearly $1.4 million. These efforts reached more than 21,000 people in communities served by Price […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, Weis Markets
Weis Markets Donates $42K To Children’s Cancer Foundation
Weis Markets recently donated $42,000 to The Children’s Cancer Foundation Inc. at its store in Nottingham, Maryland. The funds were generated by customer round-up donations at checkout throughout December, along with a corporate contribution. CCF raises and distributes funds to support local pediatric cancer researchers and programs in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C., area. Since 1983, it […]
Posted inRetailer of the Year, Northeast, Tops Friendly Markets
Tops Friendly Markets Thriving As Neighborhood Staple With Timeless Tradition
For over six decades, Tops Friendly Markets has been more than just a grocery store. It’s been a community hub, trusted neighbor and purveyor of quality products. With nearly 150 locations across New York, Pennsylvania and Vermont, Tops is woven into the fabric of the community. From fresh produce to everyday essentials, Williamsville, New York-based […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Corporate Store News, Market Profile, Northeast
More Food Markets Sought Across Washington, D.C.
The Washington, D.C., Economic Partnership, a 501(c)(3) organization that promotes sustainable, equitable and inclusive economic development, says grocery stores and other food markets continue to be sought-after in the District. “Grocery stores are in high demand in Washington, D.C., due to an increasing population and a focus on investments that provide fresh food options in […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Big Y Foods, Northeast
Big Y Donates 1M Meals During Sack Hunger Campaign
Big Y shared that it has donated 1 million meals through the annual Sack Hunger campaign, providing support for four regional food banks within its two-state marketing area. The recipients – Connecticut Foodshare, The Greater Boston Food Bank, The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts and Worcester County Food Bank – work with soup kitchens, food […]
Posted inMerchandising News, Feature, Northeast
Trion’s Extensive Investments Have Boosted Production Efficiencies
Among the many participants at the 2024 NACS Show in Las Vegas was Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania-based Trion Industries, which manufactures merchandising solutions for retail displays and shelf management. Craig Weiskerger, director of sales and marketing, took time after the show to field some questions from The Griffin Report. What is new with Trion? Trion has […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Corporate Store News, Northeast, Private Label Brands
Giant Eagle Achieves Fair Trade Certification For Nature’s Basket Shrimp Line
Giant Eagle has become the first U.S. retailer to achieve Fair Trade certification for an entire private label seafood product line. “The journey to achieve Fair Trade Certification for our Nature’s Basket shrimp has been years in the making,” said Adam Branin, the grocer’s senior director of meat and seafood. “[This achievement] is a testament […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Foodtown, Northeast
ARS President, COO Named 2025 CIFI Person Of Year
Allegiance Retail Services (ARS) President and Chief Operating Officer Joseph Fantozzi has been named the 2025 Person of the Year by the Catholic Institute of the Food Industry (CIFI). The recognition was celebrated at a dinner that drew 235 industry professionals to the Garden City Hotel on Long Island, New York. CIFI, established in 1946, recognizes […]