Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, Northeast, Wakefern

Wakefern Taps Brindle For Advisory Role To Di Bruno Bros.

Wakefern Food Corp. has appointed industry veteran Rick Brindle to an advisory role, supporting the expansion and distribution of its Di Bruno Bros. portfolio of products. “We are thrilled to have Rick support the Wakefern team,” said President Mike Stigers. “His extensive background in CPG and online grocery retailing will be invaluable as we expand […]

Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Midwest, SpartanNash

SpartanNash Fundraiser Totals $130K for Junior Achievement

SpartanNash and its foundation raised $130,000 for Junior Achievement during their annual back-to-school in-store and online fundraiser. Donations made through Sept. 2 will be distributed in local markets to provide young people with lessons in financial literacy, work and career readiness and entrepreneurship. The fundraiser is part of the partnership between SpartanNash and JA to […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, Tops Friendly Markets

Tops Expands Pickup Services To 7 NY Locations

Tops Friendly Markets is expanding its Instacart services to include pickup at seven stores in New York. Previously available at 139 Tops locations throughout the company’s footprint, the feature will be available at the following locations: 3500 Main St. in Amherst; 345 Amherst St. in Buffalo; 1460 S. Park Ave. in Buffalo; 6363 Transit Road […]

Posted inMeijer, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, Northeast

Godshall’s Expands Distribution To Meijer, ShopRite Stores

Godshall’s continues to expand its portfolio of products at Meijer and ShopRite stores this fall. Beginning in November, shoppers can find Godshall’s Beef Bacon at Meijer stores and Godshall’s All-Natural Turkey and Beef Kielbasa and Smoked Beef Sausage at all ShopRite locations.  “Godshall’s is dedicated to producing premium smoked meats, and as the market leader […]

Posted inSpartanNash, C-Store News, Midwest

SpartanNash To Acquire Fuel Distributor Markham Enterprises

SpartanNash has entered into an asset purchase agreement with Markham Enterprises, Markham Oil and its affiliates, a three-store chain of convenience stores and fuel distributor in mid-Michigan. Following the closing of this transaction in early December, SpartanNash will continue to employ Markham Enterprises’ 42 workers. The deal follows the company’s acquisition of Fresh Encounter Inc., […]

Posted inExecutive News, Albertsons, The Kroger Co., West

Albertsons Cos. Shares Board Of Director Changes

Albertsons Cos. and its board of directors elected Jim Donald as the sole independent chair of the board, effective Oct. 24. The board also appointed Stephen Feinberg for the term expiring at the company’s 2025 annual meeting of stockholders. Cerberus Capital Management L.P. designated Feinberg to the board in accordance with the Stockholders Agreement dated […]

Posted inAssociation News, Festival Foods, Market Profile, Midwest

WGA Optimistic For Wisconsin Grocery Industry Despite Lingering Challenges

The Wisconsin Grocers Association (WGA) is reporting a positive outlook for the state’s grocery industry, despite ongoing challenges such as workforce shortages, rising costs and increasing competition. According to Mike Semmann, president and CEO of the WGA, the Wisconsin economy remains surprisingly stable, with the state seeing higher collection numbers and a rebound in workforce interest […]

Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Albertsons, Amazon Fresh, Meijer, West, Whole Foods

Bumble Bee Seafoods Adds 11 New Items To Product Line

San Diego-based Bumble Bee Seafoods has added 11 new products to its line of canned, pouched and kit-based seafood products. “Everything we create is driven by what consumers value most – nutrition, flavor and convenience that fits into real life,” said Jeremy Zavoral, senior director of innovation and insights, Bumble Bee Seafoods. “Our goal is to […]