Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. has announced the winners of its Free Groceries for Life sweepstakes, which also offered customers the chance to win a range of other prizes. The grand prize winners (valued at $240,000) – Michaele Webster of Hidden Valley Lake, California, and Annette Baker of Westminster, California – were surprised with celebrations at […]
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Anchored In Eclectic Portland Area, Oregon’s Supermarket Industry Surging
The supermarket industry in Oregon has been experiencing consistent growth, projected to reach an estimated $11.7 billion this year. Contributing factors include population increases in key market segments and changing demographics. The Portland area remains one of the strongest in the state and often ranks among the top 20 grocery markets in the country. The […]
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Wonderful Pistachios Introduce No Shells Dill Pickle Flavor
Wonderful Pistachios has launched a new snack-time flavor: Dill Pickle. This addition to the award-winning No Shells flavor lineup is available in a 2.25-ounce bag size in the U.S. and offers a balance of tangy and savory. No Shells Dill Pickle is available now for purchase online in an eight-pack or individually in convenience stores […]
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Aldi Opens First 2 Stores In Las Vegas, Expanding Western Footprint
Aldi opened its first two stores in the Las Vegas area April 24 – one at 621 Marks St. in Henderson, Nevada, and 2106 W. Craig Road in North Las Vegas. The new stores are part of the retailer’s five-year national growth strategy to grow by more than 225 locations in 2025 and 800 stores […]
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T&T Supermarket To Open First Southern California Store
T&T Supermarket’s first Southern California store, which will be in the Great Park community of Irvine, is slated to open next winter. Located in The Canopy at Great Park, with access from the future 133 Freeway interchange, the new 34,000-square-foot store aims to become a go-to destination for residents and visitors to the nearby Great […]
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Stater Bros. Markets Expands Partnership With IFCO
Stater Bros. Markets, the largest privately-owned supermarket chain in Southern California, has expanded its long-term partnership with IFCO, a global leader in reusable packaging solutions for fresh food. As part of the multi-year agreement, Stater Bros. will broaden its use of IFCO reusable packaging containers (RPCs) across a wider range of fresh fruits and vegetables. […]
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Market Of Choice Prepares To Open In Hillsboro, OR
Market of Choice will open its 12th store on May 22 at 3515 SE Cornelius Pass Road in Hillsboro, Oregon. Located near Tualatin Valley Highway, the 35,000-square-foot store will bring about 150 jobs to the community while offering a diverse selection of conventional, natural and specialty products. Market of Choice features a variety of items […]
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AFS Shares Executive Promotions As White Prepares For New URM Role
Following the news that EVP and COO Roger White will be leaving the company in June to become the next CEO of URM Stores Inc., Salt Lake City-based Associated Food Stores (AFS) has announced the promotions of three executives. The appointments, which will take effect following White’s departure, include: Glen Keysaw will become EVP of […]