Posted inBig Y Foods, Executive News, Northeast

Big Y Appoints Six To VP, Director Roles

The board of directors for Springfield, Massachusetts-based Big Y Foods Inc. has announced six appointments. According to Michael P. D’Amour, president and CEO, “It’s always gratifying to see dedicated and talented individuals grow within our company. I’m confident that through their collaboration, we will continue to innovate and excel in serving our communities.” Devyn Blais […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Metcalfe’s, Midwest

Metcalfe’s Market Partners With LOC To Improve Customer Experience

Sponsored content In the heart of Wisconsin stands a beacon of community spirit and excellence – Metcalfe’s Market. For 106 years, this family-owned business has been serving the residents of Madison and Wauwatosa with dedication, integrity and a deep-rooted commitment to supporting local producers. Fourth-generation owners Tim and Kevin Metcalfe know that the heart of […]

Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast

Publix Adds Another Florida Supermarket To Growing List

Publix Super Markets has added a new store to its growing list of Florida locations. The 64,080-square-foot store at 101499 Overseas Hwy. in Key Largo offers departments for grocery, dairy, frozen food, seafood, meat and fresh produce, as well as a full-service bakery and deli and pharmacy area including a drive thru option. The new […]

Posted inGelson's, Beverage News, Corporate Store News, West

Gelson’s Introduces Winemaker Series With Barrett

Gelson’s has introduced a new Winemaker Series in partnership with Heidi Barrett. Known as the “First Lady of Wine,” Barrett played a role in the 1992 creation of Screaming Eagle wine, which earned two 100-point scores from wine critics.  In partnership with Gelson’s, she has created a rich, ripe red blend that is a combination […]

Posted inAlbertsons, Amazon Fresh, Corporate Store News, National, The Kroger Co., Whole Foods

Kroger Says It Will Lower Prices If Albertsons Merger OK’d

The Kroger Co. is sharing additional insights about how the company lowered prices via previous mergers and plans to do the same through its proposed deal with Albertsons Cos. “We believe the way to be America’s best grocer is to provide great value by consistently lowering prices and offering more choices. When we do this, […]

Posted inThe Kroger Co., Midwest, Online Grocery Technology

Kroger Expands Digital Shelf Optimization With Intelligence Node

Kroger Marketplace has partnered with Intelligence Node to enhance online shopping by providing an experience that better informs shoppers’ product selections and purchase decisions. Additionally, third-party sellers will benefit from a content management solution that aligns with improving the ranking criteria of modern search engine results pages (SERPs), enabling enhanced visibility and clarity across product […]

Posted inHarps Food Stores, Independent Store News, Retailer of the Year, Southwest

Harps’ Culture Sparks Further Growth With Recent Acquisitions

Harps Food Stores had “a bunch of irons in the fire in 2023,” according to Chairman and CEO Kim Eskew. Those “irons” are among the reasons the Springdale, Arkansas-based company has been named The Shelby Report of the Southwest’s 2023 Retailer of the Year. Harps added 34 net new locations and moved into two additional […]

Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast

Publix Expands Florida Presence With Two New Stores

Publix has added two additional Florida stores to its lineup: a 46,791-square-foot store at 16950 San Carlos Blvd. in Fort Myers and a 46,828-square-foot store at 4966 Le Chalet Blvd. in Boynton Beach. Both locations will have a Publix Liquors adjacent to them, offering wine and spirits. Publix adds these stores to its growing number […]