The Giant Co. opened Riverwalk Giant, its urban flagship store, in Philadelphia on March 19. During the community grand opening, the company also announced $150,000 in donations to local organizations, including a major commitment to Mural Arts Philadelphia. The event featured remarks from David Briel, deputy secretary of Pennsylvania’s Department of Community and Economic Development; Philadelphia […]
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 inC-Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
VERC Enterprises Sells Convenience Store Group To Multiple Buyers
Duxbury, Massachusetts-based VERC Enterprises is selling its 32 convenience stores to multiple buyers in the industry. Leo Vercollone, CEO, said that the buyers of the VERC sites include Energy North Group, Global LLP and one unspecified party. Not included in the sale are two Briteway Car Wash locations, one in Marshfield and one in Norwell, […]
Posted inExecutive News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Godshall’s Quality Meats Promotes Rivera To VP Of Sales
Godshall’s Quality Meats has promoted Jacinto Rivera to the position of VP of sales. He will report to Ron Godshall, president. In Rivera’s new position, he will be in charge of all sales activity and will provide a vision, as well as a direction, for ongoing growth. Starting with Godshall’s in January 2020 as director […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Twizzlers Twists To Release Its First Mystery Flavor
Everyone loves a little mystery, so the Twizzlers brand is bringing some fun and flavor by launching the first Twizzlers Twists Mystery Flavor. The Twizzlers brand was inspired to ignite a flavorful mystery with this latest innovation, offering a taste so mysterious consumers may have to go through more than a few twists before they guess […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Mmmly Announces Launch Of Its Reimagined Cookie
Mmmly, the plant-based reimagined cookie based in Westchester, New York, announces the launch of its company. Mmmly’s cookies feature clean and innovative ingredients like root vegetables, prebiotic fiber, fruits and healthy fats that fuel the brain, support gut health and overall well-being. The ingredients were chosen to deliver the functionality and health benefits of a […]
Posted inWegmans, Independent Store News, Northeast, Retailers, The Kroger Co.
Veggies Made Great Grows Product Line At Wegmans
Rahway, New Jersey-based Veggies Made Great has gained traction at Wegmans, driven by growth and best-in class velocity. Wegmans has accepted three new SKUs, now available on shelf. Veggies Made Great is a plant-forward company that combines clean and simple ingredients into veggie-rich prepared foods for everyday snacks and meals. The product line is allergy friendly (gluten free, […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Ocean Spray Launches Dried Fruit Line – Fruit Medley
Ocean Spray Cranberries, the agricultural cooperative owned by more than 700 farmer families, introduces Ocean Spray Fruit Medley. The new dried fruit line offers combines Craisins Dried Cranberries and other dried fruits that deliver key benefits for those looking for both health and variety in their snacking options. As Boston, Massachusetts-based Ocean Spray continues to […]
Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Pepsi Drops Limited-Edition Peeps Marshmallow Cola For Spring
Purchase, New York-based Pepsi and Peeps are making the start to spring more exciting this year with a new, one-of-a-kind collaboration. Pepsi x Peeps is a new beverage that combines the taste of Pepsi cola with the Peeps marshmallow flavor consumers love. The design on 7.5-oz. Pepsi mini-cans comes in bright yellow, pink and blue. […]
Posted inDairy News, Albertsons, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Old Amsterdam Debuts Two New Flavors Of Aged Gouda Cheese
Old Amsterdam Cheese, a product of the third-generation, family-owned and -run Westland Cheese Co., debuts two new flavors: Old Amsterdam Mild and Old Amsterdam Reserve. The new products join the current line that includes Old Amsterdam Classic, the No. 1 aged gouda in Holland; and Old Amsterdam Goat, named the No. 1 hard goat’s milk […]
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Utz Makes $6M Profit Sharing Contribution For Associates
Hanover, Pennsylvania-based Utz Brands will make an approximately $6 million profit sharing contribution for Utz associates. Started more than 40 years ago, the Utz 401K Profit Sharing Plan is committed to supporting Utz associates and their families based on the company meeting a range of corporate and operational goals. Since 2000, the 401K profit sharing […]
Posted inBakery News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Bimbo Bakeries USA Pledges $1 Million To Minority Equity Organizations
Horsham, Pennsylvania-based Bimbo Bakeries USA has started a new initiative to combat racial inequity and injustice and create lasting change. As part of that effort, BBU, a member of the Grupo Bimbo family of companies, has committed $1 million to national and local organizations dedicated to furthering the education, financial well-being and health of Black […]
Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Dos Equis Makes A Splash With Summer Of Dos And Sweepstakes
Driven by the seasonal gatherings of friends and family, White Plains, New York-based Dos Equis aims to make a splash for three consumers by sending them on a summer getaway of their choice. To ensure even more consumers are enjoying the summer season, Dos Equis is giving away summer essentials packs all summer long. Beginning in May and […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Maple Hill Launches Reduced Sugar Grass Fed Organic Chocolate Milk
Kinderhook, New York-based Maple Hill, a 100 percent grass-fed organic dairy brand, has launched its first Reduced Sugar Grass Fed Organic Chocolate Milk. The new milk is for families, active lifestyles or anyone looking to reduce sugar in their diet. It has 25 percent less sugar than leading chocolate milk brands and has 8 grams […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Retail Business Services Launches Annual Start-Up Immersion Program
For the third year, Quincy, Massachusetts-based Retail Business Services is partnering with other Ahold Delhaize USA companies and Venture Café Cambridge, a non-profit organization focused on growing inclusive entrepreneurship, to help early-stage entrepreneurs enter the retail grocery industry. The 10-week immersion program is designed to help start-ups build critical relationships to accelerate their companies’ successfully. New this year, the […]
Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Mountain Dew Brings Back Outdoor Stimulus Program With $1M In Prizes
Purchase, New York-based Mountain Dew will bring back its “Get Out And Do” program, to celebrate and empower the pursuits and passions of those who embrace the adventurous spirit of the great outdoors. Building on the success of last year’s inaugural Outdoor Stimulus program in the heartland, Mountain Dew is doubling down with a bigger […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
The Giant Co. Donating 3,000 Hams Across Four States To Fight Hunger
Carlisle, Pennsylvania-based The Giant Co. will donate 3,000 hams to 13 partner food banks across four states as it continues its work to eliminate hunger. To further make a difference in the communities it serves, Giant and Martin’s team members also will spend time volunteering at each food bank to help prepare for the season. “At […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Allegiance Retail Services Celebrates Opening Of New, Remodeled Stores
Allegiance Retail Services recently celebrated the grand opening of its newest store in Ridgewood, New Jersey. This is the cooperative’s second supermarket to fly the Green Way Markets banner. Owned and operated by the Estevez family, it provides customers with a curated shop, which aligns with the Green Way slogan – “A Better Shopping Experience.” […]
Posted inCOVID News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Rhode Island Stop & Shop To Begin Administering COVID-19 Vaccines
Stop & Shop, in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) and the Rhode Island Department of Health, said that select pharmacy locations in the state have been approved and will begin administering the COVID-19 vaccination. Per the state of Rhode Island’s distribution plan, eligible individuals include healthcare workers, first responders, […]
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Pepsi Mango In Regular, Zero Sugar To Roll Out Nationwide On March 22
Purchase, New York-based Pepsi will be rolling out its first new permanent flavored cola in five years – Pepsi Mango – on March 22. This new flavor launch also marks the brand’s first permanent release of a regular and zero sugar variety at the same time, designed to support consumers’ growing preference for sugar-free offerings. […]
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Colliders Desserts Offer Favorite Candy In Spoonable Style
With the launch of the Colliders brand, dessert lovers nationwide can enjoy their favorite candies in a whole new way: with a spoon. Colliders desserts are a new line of refrigerated desserts that feature candy brands like Reese’s and Kit Kat in a new spoonable style. Colliders desserts come in three formats: Twisted: A vanilla dessert topped with pieces of your favorite […]