Convenience is a competitive advantage for Tops. From its extensive network of stores, prepared foods and meal solutions to fuel stations and banking services, the chain is devoted to creating stores that offer customers a one-stop shopping experience. “We try to be consumer-centric and create solutions throughout the store. That’s why our market share is […]
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 inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Hannaford Adds New Store, Upgrades Eight Locations
During the last six months of 2022, Scarborough, Maine-based Hannaford Supermarkets welcomed the addition of a new store in its western footprint and completed upgrades at eight stores. The highlight of the latter half of the year occurred in September with the grand opening of a store in Brunswick, New York, its 185th overall. The 49,000-square-foot […]
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Weis Markets Offers Grocery Delivery Through Instacart
Sunbury, Pennsylvania-based Weis Markets has partnered with Instacart to offer same-day grocery delivery from 133 stores in Delaware, New York and Pennsylvania. “We are committed to offering our customers more convenient grocery options, from in-store shopping to online ordering with pick-up or delivery,” said Maria Rizzo, Weis Markets VP of marketing and advertising. “This partnership unlocks […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Giant Food Announces ‘Healthier Together’ Virtual Series
Landover, Maryland-based Giant Food has announced a five-week “Healthier Together” virtual series of free online nutrition and healthy living classes. The series will run from Jan. 17-Feb. 14 and will be hosted by Giant’s team of registered dietitian nutritionists, who will provide guidance, inspiration, recipe and product suggestions for those looking to kick off a healthy new year. […]
Posted inSustainability News, Northeast
Thrive Market Awarded TRUE Gold Certification For Zero Waste
Thrive Market has announced that its Hanover, Pennsylvania-based fulfillment center was awarded gold level certification under the TRUE (Total Resource Use and Efficiency) rating system. Administered by the Green Business Certification Inc., TRUE helps facilities measure, improve and recognize zero waste performance by encouraging the adoption of sustainable waste management and reduction practices, which contribute […]
Posted inAnniversary Issues, Northeast
Fulfilling Customer Promises Through Choice, Value
For 60 years, Tops Markets has maintained a loyal customer base by combining unparalleled selection with exceptional customer service. “No matter what iteration we’ve been through as a company, our core focus has been the same,” said Mike Nugent, VP of merchandising. “Our consumers have never wavered in their understanding of who we are. That […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Whole Foods To Open Store In New York City’s Financial District
Whole Foods Market will open a new 42,000-square-foot store Jan. 11 in One Wall Street at 66 Broadway in New York City. The new location’s product assortment features more than 1,000 items from New York City and the surrounding area, hand-picked by John Lawson, local forager for Whole Foods Market’s Northeast region. Features of the […]
Posted inAnniversary Issues, Northeast
Tops Committed To ‘Neighbor Helping Neighbors’
It’s all about local at Tops Markets. From partnering with local suppliers and working with neighborhood community groups to customizing displays and products to a particular store, Tops continues to localize the shopping experience for its customers. “Our mission statement is to be the neighborhood store, and we take that to heart,” said Jeff Cady, […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Northeast
Wakefern’s Own Brands Summit To Focus On Diversity
Keasbey, New Jersey-based Wakefern Food Corp. has announced its 2023 Own Brands Supplier Diversity Summit. The event is an open call to diverse private label manufacturers to source new and trending food and beverage products for potential addition to Wakefern’s award-winning Bowl & Basket and Wholesome Pantry store brands portfolio. To be considered for the Own Brands […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Northeast
Cantaloupe Acquires Three Square Market
Malvern, Pennsylvania-based Cantaloupe, a digital payments and software company, has announced the completion of its acquisition of Three Square Market (32M) for $41 million. 32M is a provider of software and self-service kiosk-based point of sale and payment solutions. The acquisition delivers full service capabilities to Cantaloupe’s presence in the micro market industry while also expanding Cantaloupe’s […]
Posted inAnniversary Issues, Northeast
From Stores To Corporate, ‘Greatest Advantage Is Our People’
Maintaining a people-first culture is a priority for Tops Markets. The company is known for its people-centered approach and cooperative management style. “Our greatest advantage is our people, from the stores to the corporate office. A culture built over years of service makes a difference,” said Frank Curci, CEO of Northeast Grocery, the parent company […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
The Giant Co. Offers Virtual Classes With Dietitians
Carlisle, Pennsylvania-based The Giant Co. will host free, live classes through Zoom for consumers in January and February. “Bring more balance to your meal planning this year,” said Holly Doan, dietitian. “Whether incorporating more produce, filling up with fiber or trying some new quick and easy meals, let The Giant Co. dietitians help you start fresh […]
Posted inPackaging News, Northeast
Mars Introduces Female Character Candy Packs
Newark, New Jersey-based M&M’s, a brand of Mars, will release its first candy packs spotlighting female M&M’s characters. The limited-edition product will feature Purple, Brown and Green on the packaging, showing the first united representation of the female trio “spokescandies.” “The M&M’s brand is on a mission to use the power of fun to create […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Price Rite, Coventry Patriots Football Donate Food, Essentials
Price Rite and the Coventry Patriots High School Football program – a varsity football team made up of students from Coventry, Windham RVT, Bolton and Lyman Memorial high schools – recently donated food and essentials to the Connecticut Foodshare organization. This donation is a part of their “Touchdowns for Hunger” campaign, where a sack of […]
Posted inMarketing News, Corporate Store News, Northeast
Giant Food Debuts New Campaign Focused On Local Impact
Landover, Maryland-based Giant Food has debuted its new brand campaign, “Find Your Local.” Its theme calls attention to Giant’s commitment to the communities it serves across areas of educational programs, partnerships and product offerings. Running through the end of 2023 and featuring four vignettes from real shoppers – Marcellus, Isabelle, Diane and Courtney, the spots highlight the […]
Posted inPackaging News, Northeast
PepsiCo Introduces Reusable Packaging Options For New Goal
Purchase, New York-based PepsiCo intends to double the percentage of all beverage servings it sells delivered through reusable models from 10 to 20 percent by 2030. Offering its beverages in reusable packaging has been an element of the company’s Sustainable Packaging Vision since 2018, when PepsiCo invested more than $3.2 billion to acquire SodaStream and joined the New Plastics Economy […]
Posted inAnniversary Issues, Northeast
Tops Has Strong Roots In Past, Well Positioned For Future
Acquisitions, a divestiture, a management buyout – Tops Friendly Markets has seen its share of changes in the last two decades. But the company’s commitment to maintaining a strong identity for the Tops brand has never wavered from its beginnings as the go-to neighborhood store. Fresh off a November 2021 merger with Price Chopper/Market 32 […]
Posted inAssociation News, Northeast
MGFPA Names Late Paul Landry As Impact Award Recipient
The Maine Grocers & Food Producers Association has recognized the late Paul Landry, owner of Landry’s Shop ‘n Save in Old Orchard Beach, as the honoree of the MGFPA 2022 Impact Award. This award is presented annually to a member who exemplifies excellence in the industry. The winner is chosen by meeting specific criteria including […]
Posted inCenter Store, Northeast
Survey Results Show Consumers Prefer Some Spice In Food
Consumers prefer some level of heat in their food, according to a new survey commissioned by Hunt Valley, Maryland-based Frank’s RedHot. The survey explored personality correlations between people who are spicy food enthusiasts, targeting adults who celebrate winter holidays. Some of the key findings: Ninety-three percent of respondents prefer some level of heat in their […]
Posted inCenter Store, Northeast
Bascom Maple Farms Shares State Of The Market Report
Brattleboro, Vermont-based Bascom Maple Farms recently shared an update on the 2022 crop season, amongst the continued demand for maple syrup and maple sugar. According to the update, the maple syrup crop was preferable in quantity and quality compared to the previous year. However, due to a short crop in 2021, the increasing demand for […]