Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Northeast, Wakefern

Price Rite Marketplace To Debut New Location In Waterbury, CT

Price Rite Marketplace will open a new store Oct. 1 at 881 Wolcott St. in Waterbury, Connecticut. Located in the Waterbury Shopping Center, the 34,000-square-foot store will feature a produce department with fresh vegetables and fruits and grocery aisles stocked with high-quality meats, dairy products, baked goods, frozen foods and national and private label grocery […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Ahold Delhaize, National, News

Ahold Delhaize USA Unites For Company-Wide Fall Day Of Service

Ahold Delhaize USA held its biannual Fall Day of Service on Sept. 19, with employees across seven states supporting various efforts aimed at addressing food insecurity. “Each year, our Fall Day of Service reminds us of the power of coming together to make a meaningful difference,” said Christy Phillips-Brown, VP of communications at Ahold Delhaize […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Harps Food Stores, Southwest

Harps Food Stores Preps New Location In Fort Smith, AR

Harps Food Stores Inc. will open a new 39,000-square-foot store Oct. 8 at 6400 Veterans Ave. in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The store will feature a large variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, including organics, along with USDA Prime beef, all-natural pork and poultry and seafood; deli and signature bakery products; and fresh sushi, as well […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Natural Grocers, News, Southwest

Natural Grocers Introduces Organic Restaurant-Style Tortilla Chips

Natural Grocers is expanding its private label brand with the introduction of Organic Restaurant-Style Tortilla Chips. With three flavors to choose from, the snacks are crafted with authentic stone-ground organic corn and sea salt. The new additions to the company’s house brand are certified organic, non-GMO, vegan-friendly, kosher and are made without synthetic colors and […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, H-E-B, Southwest

H-E-B Debuts Third Store In Georgetown, TX

H-E-B opened a new store Sept. 17 at 10110 RM 2338 in Georgetown, Texas, the retailer’s third location in the fast-growing suburb of Austin. Known as the Parmer Ranch H‑E‑B, it features a pharmacy with covered, five-lane drive-thru service, 12-pump fuel station with car wash and Texas Backyard, which offers products for gardening and outdoor […]

Posted inPrivate Label Brands, National, News, The Kroger Co.

The Kroger Co. Introduces Simple Truth Protein Product Line

The Kroger Co. has launched Simple Truth Protein products, a new line that includes more than 80 protein-packed affordable meals and snacks that are free from unwanted ingredients, such as artificial colors, flavors and preservatives. “Simple Truth Protein is Kroger’s largest product expansion for the brand yet, designed to support customers who are prioritizing wellness […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Midwest, News, The Kroger Co.

Kroger, First Responders Launch ‘Heroes Fight Hunger’ Food Drives

The Kroger Co. is partnering with first responders across the U.S. in September to mark Hunger Action Month with “Heroes Fight Hunger,” a company-led food drive to benefit area food banks and pantries. At select Kroger locations, customers can donate nonperishable items such as peanut butter, pasta, canned fruit and vegetables, shelf-stable milk, rice and […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Hannaford Supermarkets, News, Northeast

Hannaford Supermarkets Marks 200th School-Based Pantry Milestone

At a time when student food insecurity is on the rise, Hannaford Supermarkets recently marked the opening of its 200th school-based food pantry. Hannaford donated $10,000 to renovate the space at Portland High School in Maine, add refrigeration and storage and stock it with fresh food for students. School leaders estimate the pantry could serve […]