Wakefern Food Corp. is hosting a summit for suppliers this fall to find the best new foods and products for its supermarket banners. Interested suppliers and vendors should be based in markets where Wakefern banners operate, and the application process for Wakefern’s Total Store Local Supplier Summit is under way. Wakefern is focused on finding […]
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Wakefern is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States, comprising 50 member companies who independently own and operate 362 retail supermarkets under the ShopRite, Price Rite Marketplace, The Fresh Grocer, Dearborn Market, Gourmet Garage, and Fairway Market banners in New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island markets.
Wakefern In The Community.
While their corporate mission is to help small businesses succeed in a big business world, Wakefern Food Corp. believes in nurturing and sustaining healthy communities. They are invested in improving the lives of their associates, customers and neighbors in many ways, from reducing their impact on the environment to fighting hunger, promoting healthy lifestyles, and more. Visit their Sustainability page and learn how Wakefern is striving to make its communities a better place to live, work and shop.
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The Fresh Grocer Making New York Debut With Long Island Store
New York has received its first The Fresh Grocer, which opened Aug. 23 in the Long Island town of Oakdale. For residents of the tight-knit coastal community, especially during the summer influx that swells the population by 20 percent, The Fresh Grocer is a welcome sight. The new addition to the Lighthouse Commons shopping center […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, ShopRite, Wakefern
ShopRite of Yardley Celebrates 10th Anniversary With Caper Carts Launch
In honor of its 10th anniversary in August, ShopRite of Yardley, Pennsylvania, a family-owned supermarket, is planning a weeklong celebration and kicking off the festivities with the rollout of Caper Carts on Aug. 23 at the store, located at 1603 Big Oak Road. Powered by Instacart technology, the smart shopping carts allow customers to scan […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Harps Food Stores, Health & Wellness, Northeast, ShopRite, Wakefern
Grocery TV Expands In-Store Retail Media Network In ShopRite Pharmacy
Grocery TV has expanded its in-store retail media network into pharmacies, providing brands and retailers with another touchpoint to engage shoppers and provide valuable health-related information to pharmacy customers during their store visit. Grocery TV’s in-store digital pharmacy solution has been rolled out with a number of the retailers in its network, including ShopRite Pharmacy, […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, Wakefern
Wakefern Donates $1M For Scholarship Honoring Sheridan
Wakefern Food Corp. has made a $1 million donation for student scholarships at Kean University in honor of the company’s recently-retired president, Kean alumnus Joe Sheridan. The New Jersey-based supermarket cooperative endowed the “Joe Sheridan Resiliency Scholarship” to help students in the University’s College of Business and Public Management pursue their professional goals and dreams. […]
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Wakefern Banners Join DoorDash Marketplace
Wakefern Food Corp. has joined DoorDash’s marketplace platform, which offers delivery for groceries and daily essentials. The cooperative members own and operate 365 supermarkets under the ShopRite, Price Rite Marketplace, The Fresh Grocer, Fairway Market, Gourmet Garage and Dearborn Market banners. Through May 12, shoppers can enjoy 40 percent off their orders of at least […]
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Center Store, Northeast, Wakefern
Wakefern Food Corp. Expanding Paperbird Blue Line
Wakefern Food Corp. is expanding its Paperbird Blue line, part of the cooperative’s Paperbird Own Brands of cleaning and paper products. The new product line features soaps and detergents that are plant-based, allergen-free and do not have dyes, fragrances, parabens and phthalates. They also include recycled packaging. Some products carry the voluntary USDA Certified Biobased […]