Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, Weis Markets

Weis Markets To Purchase 2 Sunnyway Food Stores In PA

Weis Markets has entered into an agreement to purchase certain assets of Sunnyway Foods Stores’ supermarkets at 49 Warm Spring Road in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, and 212 N. Antrim Way in Greencastle, Pennsylvania. “Sunnyway Foods, the Martin family and its associates are known for their service and dedication to their communities,” said Jonathan Weis, Weis Markets’ chairman and CEO. “As a […]

Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Albertsons, Beverage News, West

Albertsons Cos. Introduces New Private Label Bee Lightly Wines

Albertsons Cos. has launched Bee Lightly, the newest addition to the company’s Own Brands wine portfolio, distinguished by its flat bottle design made from 100 percent recycled polyethylene terephthalate. This approach to wine packaging marks a first in the U.S. market, highlighting its commitment to recycled solutions. The 2022 Bee Lightly Chardonnay and the 2023 Bee […]

Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Midwest, SpartanNash

SpartanNash Elevates Weis To VP, Distribution Finance

SpartanNash has promoted Paul Weis from director of financial planning and analysis to VP, distribution finance. Weis will oversee finance for the company’s global supply chain and report to EVP and CFO Jason Monaco. “Our distribution network is the backbone of the company, serving independent customers, national accounts and our own stores. Paul’s experience and leadership will ensure our […]

Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Aldi, Association News, National

Aldi President Rinaldo To Keynote PLMA’s Private Label Trade Show

Dave Rinaldo, president of Aldi, will deliver the keynote address at PLMA’s 2024 Private Label Trade Show. Rinaldo will speak during the breakfast Nov. 18 at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare Chicago, which is adjacent to the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, site of the annual show organized by the Private Label Manufacturers Association (PLMA). In […]

Posted inHealth & Wellness, Associated Wholesale Grocers, Midwest, Private Label Brands

AWG’s Best Choice Expands Vitamin Portfolio

Best Choice, the private label brand of Kansas City, Kansas-based Associated Wholesale Grocers (AWG), has expanded and refreshed its vitamin assortment to meet growing customer demand. “As a leading private brand, Best Choice is committed to staying on top of market trends with quality and value,” said Stacy Leeton, AWG category manager. “With the expanded […]

Posted inHarris Teeter, Deli News, Private Label Brands, Southeast

Harris Teeter Introduces HT Traders Ready Made Meals

Harris Teeter has introduced its new HT Traders Ready Made Meals line of entrees and sides. Available at all stores in the fresh foods section, the variety of different dishes can be heated at home in a microwave or oven. “Our customers lead busy lives, and we at Harris Teeter understand the importance of convenience […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Amazon Fresh, Northeast, Whole Foods

Whole Foods Market Daily Shop Debuts In NYC’s Upper East Side

Whole Foods Market opened its first smaller format store, Whole Foods Market Daily Shop, on Sept. 18 in New York City’s Lenox Hill neighborhood in the Upper East Side. Located at 1175 Third Ave., the 9,101-square-foot store is designed to bring fresh, quality ingredients to urban customers. “Opening this first Whole Foods Market Daily Shop […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Rouses Market, Southeast

Rouses Markets Opens Newest MS Location In Picayune

Rouses Markets celebrated its newest Mississippi store in Picayune with a grand opening Sept. 18, following a blessing by Pastor Darrell Worley and a ribbon-cutting ceremony with Mayor Jim Luke, local dignitaries and CEO Donny Rouse. The 40,000-square-foot supermarket, located at 1701 Highway 43 North in the River Ridge Shopping Center, marks Rouses Markets’ fourth […]