The Rhode Island Food Dealers Association and two of its members, Packaging & More and Price Rite, are teaming up with the city of Central Falls and Mayor Maria Rivera to host a series of community food distribution events at Packaging & More’s headquarters at 30 Higginson Ave. The distribution events are being planned to begin […]
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.
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Stauffer’s Celebrates 150th Anniversary With Commemorative Bear Jugs
The year 1871 saw some historic moments: Orville Wright was born, the Great Chicago Fire broke out, the first Major League Baseball game was played in America and Stauffer’s, the York, Pennsylvania-based baker of the original animal cracker was founded. “For the past 150 years, Stauffer’s has been part of families’ snacking fun, and we […]
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The Griffin Report Honors 2021 Women Of Influence
The Griffin Report of the Northeast presents its 16th annual tribute to top female professionals in the food industry. Click below to view the special section.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
2.4 Million Meals Donated To Food Banks From Big Y
To facilitate this past season of giving food to those in need, Big Y converted its Sack Hunger campaign from a $10 bag of groceries to a streamlined $5 donation to the five food banks within its marketing area. These regional food banks support local soup kitchens, food pantries, senior food programs, children’s programs and […]
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JOH Announces Multiple Promotions For Analytics And Insights Team
Billerica, Massachusetts-based JOH has promoted several members of its analytics and insights team: Jane Buckley to senior insights analyst; Nick Fanion to data operations manager; and Kateryna Minichino to senior insights analyst. Buckley began her career at JOH as an intern in 2017 and joined the team full-time in the summer of 2018. Consistently demonstrating […]
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Stonyfield Organic Aims To Convert Parks As Part Of #Playfree Initiative
Londonderry, New Hampshire-based Stonyfield Organic, an organic yogurt maker, has been obsessed with fields for almost 40 years. Providing green, organic pastures for its cows, such as Little Flower and Liberty, to roam and graze has been a priority for the brand since 1983. However, Stonyfield realized that organic fields can have a bigger impact on people, pets and the planet […]
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Mars Wrigley Unveils Latest Innovation With Snickers Almond Brownie
Newark, New Jersey-based Snickers has released the brand’s newest product innovation – Snickers Almond Brownie. The newest addition to the Snickers brownie portfolio will launch in August and will feature the brand’s newest flavor obsession: a chewy brownie filling, mixed with chopped almonds and topped with a layer of caramel, all coated in dark chocolate. The innovation […]
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Ocean Spray Appoints Two Executives To Senior Leadership
Lakeville, Massachusetts-based Ocean Spray Cranberries, the agricultural cooperative owned by more than 700 farmer families, has named two new officers to its senior leadership team. Monisha Dabek has joined as the company’s new chief commercial officer, USA, and Sarah Evans has joined as the new chief human resources officer. “Both Sarah and Monisha bring an incredible breadth of expertise and […]
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Big Y Makes Several New Appointments At Multiple Stores
The management of Big Y Foods has made several new appointments across multiple store locations. “At Big Y, we are committed to providing the tools and training necessary to support our employees in their development,” said Michael J. Galat, VP of employee services. “We look forward to their growth in the pursuit of excellence as […]
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BJ’s Announces Passing Of President And CEO Delaney
Lee Delaney, president and CEO of BJ’s Wholesale Club, died unexpectedly April 8 due to presumed natural causes. He was 49. Christopher J. Baldwin, executive chairman of the board of directors, issued the following statement on behalf of the board: “We are shocked and profoundly saddened by the passing of Lee Delaney. Lee was a […]
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Retail Business Services Appoints Kosla CIO, EVP
Retail Business Services, the services company of Ahold Delhaize USA, has named Rom Kosla as EVP, IT and chief information officer. Kosla will oversee all aspects of IT for the U.S. businesses, with a specific focus on delivering common systems and innovation that create digitally enabled experiences and support the omnichannel ambitions of Ahold Delhaize […]
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Bell & Evans Introduces Pre-Seasoned Ground Chicken Products
Fredericksburg, Pennsylvania-based Bell & Evans has introduced two premium, pre-seasoned fresh ground chicken products: Tacos de México and Herbs D’Italia, available now to select retailers. Both new Bell & Evans ready-to-cook, pre-seasoned ground chicken products are made from 100 percent dark meat and seasoned with premium quality spices, saving consumers thought and time during meal prep. Tacos […]
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Sun Belle Launches 2021 Pomegranate Arils Program
Berry marketer Sun Belle Inc. has launched its 2021 Pomegranate Arils program with Green Belle organic and Sun Belle conventional 4.4-oz. cups, packed by Agricola Los Medanos S.A. in Ica, Peru. The arils are extracted from just-ripe pomegranates in Los Medanos’ facility using state-of-the-art technology, including UV sanitation. They are immediately packed in retail cups […]
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United In Strength Campaign Brings $100,000 To Local Communities
Inspired by local heroes helping to feed those in need during the pandemic, Stop & Shop, Procter & Gamble, Coca-Cola, Hershey’s and Mondelez are donating $100,000 to hunger-relief organizations located in Rhode Island, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey and New York. The donation is a result of the brands’ United in Strength campaign that ran this […]
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Thomas’ Celebrates National English Muffin Day With Contest
National English Muffin Day, on April 23, is dedicated to celebrating Thomas’ English Muffins that appeared on American breakfast tables more than 140 years ago. To honor this product, the folks at Thomas’ are launching a breakfast contest with the opportunity for one fan to win the grand prize of $10,000. With two sides to top, fans […]
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The Fresh Grocer Feeds 10,000 With Family Meal Distribution
Joined by volunteers and elected officials, The Fresh Grocer of Grays Ferry, headquartered in Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania fed those in need April 1 through a large family meal distribution event. The gesture of good symbolized the supermarket’s commitment to the community and its ongoing mission to fight hunger. The Fresh Grocer of Grays Ferry, owned […]
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Brynwood Partners VIII L.P. Acquires De Wafelbakkers
Greenwich, Connecticut-based Brynwood Partners VIII L.P. has acquired De Wafelbakkers from its current owners, The Oklahoma Publishing Co., a subsidiary of the Anschutz Corporation. Terms and conditions of the deal are not being disclosed. De Wafelbakkers is a manufacturer of branded, co-manufactured and private label frozen pancakes, waffles and French toast in the U.S. The company’s products […]
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All Giant Food Pharmacy Locations Offering COVID-19 Vaccine
Giant Food says all 152 of its in-store pharmacies throughout Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia and Delaware are offering the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents. Since late 2020, Giant has been administering vaccinations and is continuing to work closely with local and federal authorities to receive additional doses on an ongoing basis. Giant’s pharmacies are currently utilizing the Moderna, Pfizer and Johnson […]
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ShopRite Associates Earn Spot On Cheerios Cereal Box
ShopRite customers will recognize some familiar faces on their favorite cereal box when they visit stores during April. Photos of 100 associates will appear on limited-edition Cheerios boxes as part of an annual tradition recognizing associates for fighting hunger in the communities where ShopRite stores operate. Their fundraising efforts this year raised $1 million for […]
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Allegiance Retail Services Opens Foodtown In New Hartford, CT
Allegiance Retail Services celebrated the grand opening of the first Connecticut Foodtown on March 31. The store is owned by Allegiance member Michael Fernandez and is located at 141 Main St. in New Hartford. The Foodtown has been completely remodeled and transformed into a state-of-the-art supermarket. These enhancements expand product selection throughout the store, while […]