Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Northeast, Weis Markets

Weis Markets Celebrates Grand Opening In Charlotte Hall, MD

On Aug. 21, Weis Markets celebrated the grand opening of its 51st location in Maryland, a 60,000-plus-square-foot store at 30015 Three Notch Road in Charlotte Hall. “This new store reflects our latest design. We wanted to create a gathering place that is uniquely suited to Charlotte Hall,” said Jonathan Weis, chairman, president and CEO. “Designed with […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Grocery Store Equipment, News, Northeast, Wakefern

Wakefern Selects NIQ To Advance Customer First Approach

New Jersey-based Wakefern Food Corp. has selected NIQ to power the cooperative’s collaboration with suppliers, elevating loyalty insights and real-time data to help its category managers and suppliers make the best customer-focused decisions. Wakefern will leverage NIQ’s advanced software and analytics to support program operations and processes, enhance supplier engagement and deliver greater value to […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest, News, Save A Lot

Save A Lot, Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank Reach Donation Milestone

Through food and monetary donations, Save A Lot has helped provide more than one million meals to the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank since 2013. The food bank provides food and other essential items to hunger-relief partners within its network, serving eight northeastern Ohio counties – Carroll, Holmes, Medina, Portage, Stark, Summit, Tuscarawas and Wayne. The hunger-relief […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Natural Grocers, News, Southwest

Natural Grocers To Close Arbor Walk Store In Austin, TX

Following what it described as unsuccessful lease renewal negotiations, Natural Grocers will close its Arbor Walk store at 10515 N. MoPac Expressway in Austin, Texas, on Sept. 30. Storewide closing sales will begin Sept. 2, with 25 percent off all items, including body care and beauty products, dairy, meat, produce and supplements. All sales will […]

Posted inHealth & Wellness, Albertsons, Marketing News, News, West

Albertsons Customers Can Earn Discounts With Seasonal Immunizations

Albertsons Cos. is offering $20 coupons for customers who get flu, pneumonia or respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) immunizations at any of its pharmacies. The offer is available to anyone who receives a qualifying vaccine, making it helpful for families who immunize together. In addition, each person who receives a flu immunization could earn up to […]

Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, CERTCO Inc., Midwest, News

Certco Concludes Successful Holiday Food Show

Certco Inc. held its annual fall food show Aug. 12-13 at the Marriott West in Madison, Wisconsin, where member companies were introduced to the newest holiday products during a sports-themed event. The opening ceremonies included recognition of  LaVonne Molenda, a longtime employee and food show organizer, who is retiring. Paul Frey, VP of sales for […]