Milk Cult, a Washington D.C.-based ice cream company, is launching four hand-crafted, made from scratch ice cream novelties at Whole Foods. Over the last decade, Milk Cult has created more than 100 ice cream flavors with locally sourced dairy from Maryland and Pennsylvania and produced four of its best creations, including two vegan options, for […]
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 inCOVID News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
NYC And Rhode Island Stop & Shop Now Accepting Walk-Ins For Vaccines
Stop & Shop says that all 14 of its New York City pharmacy locations and all 14 of its Rhode Island pharmacy locations are now accepting walk-ins for the COVID-19 vaccine. Customers can still schedule appointments on Stop & Shop’s website, but appointments are no longer required to receive an immunization. Stop & Shop pharmacies across […]
Posted inFrozen Food, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Ben & Jerry’s Omits The Oven With Totally Unbaked
Ben & Jerry’s has a new offering, Totally Unbaked, the company’s first limited batch flavor of 2021. It is a mixture of chocolate and vanilla ice cream that features two unbaked components: chocolate chip cookie dough and brownie batter swirls. “It’s a very simple but indulgent flavor,” said Natalia Butler, flavor creator. The mother of […]
Posted inFrozen Food, Home Page Slider, Northeast, The Kroger Co.
The Frozen Farmer Sweeps Nation With Sustainable Frozen Dessert Line
After appearing on ABC’s “Shark Tank” in 2020, Bridgeville, Delaware-based The Frozen Farmer’s frozen desserts are cropping up in freezers nationwide. The company secured a partnership deal with Shark Tank’s Lori Greiner, and its progress will be featured in a business update episode airing at 8 p.m. on May 14. “Our inspiration for this line […]
Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
PepsiCo Recycling Launches BottleLoop: A Technology-Powered Program
Purchase, New York-based PepsiCo Recycling has introduced PepsiCo BottleLoop – a new program offering easy and accessible recycling to PepsiCo customers to address logistical challenges and reduce plastic packaging waste. PepsiCo BottleLoop is powered by technology from Replenysh to deliver on-demand collection of recyclable materials from participating locations. Replenysh builds scalable infrastructure and easy tools […]
Posted inDeli News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Andrew & Everett Debut Rustic Thick Cut Shredded Cheese
Rochelle Park, New Jersey-based Andrew & Everett, a clean-label, source-verified, “farm to table” cheese brand, has introduced its newest product – Andrew & Everett Rustic Thick Cut Shredded Cheese. It is available in White Sharp Cheddar, Mozzarella and Fiesta Blend varieties. More than 20 years ago, Andrew & Everett created the first rBGH-BST hormone-free cheese in the U.S. It specializes in […]
Posted inCenter Store, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, Northeast, Whole Foods
Stuffed Puffs Filled Marshmallows Launches New Cookies ‘N Creme Flavor
Stuffed Puffs, the filled marshmallow company, has debuted its newest flavor, Cookies ‘n Creme – a vanilla marshmallow stuffed with white creme and chocolate cookie crunch. A new resealable bag preserves the freshness of the first bite. According to a survey of 2,000 Americans conducted by the brand, six in 10 respondents said that snacks […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Dacon, Paradigm Properties And Monogram Food Solutions Collaborate
Dacon Corp. has started construction on a 135,000-square-foot facility for Monogram Food Solutions, a manufacturer of value-added food products, for its new location in Creek Brook Park in Haverhill, Massachusetts. Founded in 2004, the Memphis-based Monogram has experienced a 620 percent sales rate increase, creating more than 3,000 jobs and consistently placed on the Inc. […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Rosie Leads In Grocery Commerce Accessibility, Offering Level AA WCAG
Rosie, an e-commerce solution for independent grocers and wholesalers, now adheres to the Level AA Web Content Accessibility Guidelines v2.1, becoming one of the first grocery e-commerce providers on the market to deliver this experience on all customer facing e-commerce software. Headquartered in Ithaca, New York, Rosie currently leads its competitors in its accessibility score […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
National Convenience Distributors Announces Allen as CEO
National Convenience Distributors, the fifth largest wholesale distributor to the convenience industry, has named Jeff Allen as its CEO. Edward Berro will continue as chairman of the board. In addition, Paul Murphy has been appointed the company’s chief operating officer. Allen, formerly an NCD divisional president, joined the company in March 2020 when his business, […]
Posted inOrganic Natural, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Handsome Brook Farms Announces Certified B Corp. Status
New York-based Handsome Brook Farms, the country’s largest producer of organic pasture raised eggs, has achieved Certified B Corp. status. Certified B Corporations balance purpose and profit, weighing the impact of their business decisions on the well-being of their workforce, supply chain, consumers and the environment at large. “Since our founding in 2007, we have […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Weis Markets Makes Progress In Reducing Its Environmental Impact
Sunbury, Pennsylvania-based Weis Markets continues its progress toward reducing the company’s overall environmental impact, achieving its goal of a 20 percent reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by 2020. The company’s progress is reported in the new 2020 Sustainability Report: Weis by Nature. Progress includes new partnerships to divert food waste from landfills, innovative measures to reduce […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Tortiyahs! Ushers In Cinco De Mayo With Promotions And Sweepstakes
The Tortiyahs! brand, headquartered in Hanover, Pennsylvania, ushers in Cinco De Mayo with its tortilla chips. As Cinco De Mayo is one of the top selling holidays of the year for tortilla chips, salsas and dips sales, Tortiyahs! is celebrating an average yearly growth rate of almost 200 percent during 2015-2020, according to IRI. Look […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
ShopRite Honors Earth Day Every Day With Sustainability Commitments
In recognition of Earth Day, select ShopRite stores gave away sustainable gifts to customers in store on April 22. In addition to making its stores more sustainable, ShopRite is also helping protect bald eagles and bees and planting more trees in communities where its stores operate. With a 40-plus year history of supporting sustainability in […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Bozzuto's Wholesale Distribution, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Bozzuto’s Inc. Independent Retailer Conference Springs Into Action
Bozzuto’s Inc., a food distributor serving the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states, hosted its annual Independent Retailer Conference on April 20 and 21 at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket, Connecticut. The event provided an opportunity to re-connect the supplier/retailer community and impart thanks for the essential services these professionals have provided. With the latest products and […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Weis Markets Reopens Store In Gap, Pennsylvania
Weis Markets reopened its Gap, Pennsylvania store on April 22 after it was closed due to a fire. The 46,500-square-foot store, located on Lincoln Highway, employs more than 110 full- and part-time associates, many of whom worked in the store prior to the fire. The re-opened store has a larger produce department, a new meal solution center, new […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Big Y Launches New E-Commerce Platform, myPicks
In an effort to provide one more option for customers to shop for their groceries, Big Y has launched its newest e-commerce platform, myPicks online ordering. It provides an easy, contactless way for Big Y customers to get their food by clicking through their order online for curbside pickup. In partnership with a state-of-the art […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
The Giant Co. Unveils Healing The Planet Grant Program
In celebration of Earth Day and its commitment to healing the planet, The Giant Co. unveiled a new $250,000 grant program designed to support projects that build on environmental stewardship by connecting families with community green spaces. Developed in partnership with Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful, The Giant Co.’s Healing the Planet grant program will begin accepting online applications […]
Posted inHome Page Slider, Northeast
Rosie Offers E-Commerce Solutions With Deep Linking, Other Tools
Rosie, an e-commerce solution for independent retailers and wholesalers, has launched enhanced functionality including one-click checkout, deep linking and retailer-controlled marketing tools. The new digital merchandising capabilities give retailers the power to customize the look and feel of their individual online programs and own the direct retailer and customer relationship. “It’s a top priority to […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Stop & Shop’s Massachusetts Stores Pilot Flashfood Program
Stop & Shop has launched a pilot program for the Flashfood mobile app at four of its Worcester-area stores in Massachusetts. The free app gives shoppers access to exclusive deals on items including meat, produce, seafood, dairy, deli and bakery which are nearing their best-by date. The app also helps Stop & Shop in its […]