As part of its ongoing commitment to help its customers include more fresh and healthy meals into their schedules, Ahold USA and its retail divisions announced the launch of Savory Fast, Fresh and Easy, a new digital content platform and magazine. The first edition of Savory Fast, Fresh and Easy magazine is available in stores, […]
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Posted in, Northeast
Former FRANE Executive Director Lombardi Passes Away, And More…
Supermarket News In Brief… Harold Lombardi, former executive director of the Frozen & Refrigerated Association of the Northeast, passed away June 12. Donna Maglio, current FRANE executive director, said, “Harold was a kind man with a great passion for FRANE and its members. He will be greatly missed.” Lombardi’s wake is June 16 at the Bisbee-Porcella […]
Posted in, Northeast
Walgreens Recalls Women 50+ Vitamins For Packaging Reasons, And More…
New Channels News In Brief… Walgreens recalled Multivitamin Women 50+ tablets because the packaging is not child resistant and senior friendly… Chef Ernesto of Hamilton, New Jersey, is in the beginning phase of a nationwide rollout of its all-natural, high-quality frozen food line that is now available at Dollar Tree stores from New England to […]
Posted in, New Products, Produce News
Skylar Rae Debuts As Sweetest Cherry Yet
For many years, sweet cherries have been commercially classified in two ways at grocery stores—dark sweet and Rainier—but now, a new cherry has created cause for a new classification due to its sweet flavor. Debuting in select grocery stores mid-June, the new Skylar Rae brand Tip Top cultivar cherry was discovered by chance in a […]
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Sam’s Club Ups Convenience Of Its Order Pickup Service
As the only warehouse retailer in the U.S. to provide a pickup option, Sam’s Club has added new features to add more convenience and time saving for members. Club Pickup, formerly known as “Click ’n Pull,” allows members to order thousands of items—from paper towels to fresh produce to printer ink—and have them ready for […]
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Brookshire Grocery Co. Completes 10th Heroes Flight
A group of 30 World War II and Korean War veterans recently returned from Washington, D.C., where they visited the memorials built in their honor. The trip was part of Brookshire Grocery Co.’s (BGC) 10th Heroes Flight. Provided by Tyler, Texas-based BGC at no cost to those selected for the trip, the Heroes Flight was […]
Posted in, Center Store, National, Suppliers
Nestlé USA Removes Artificial Flavors, Cuts Sodium In Pizza And Snacks
Nestlé USA is pledging to improve the ingredient quality and nutritional profile of some of its most popular frozen pizza and snack brands without affecting taste. Nestlé, a leader in the frozen pizza and snacking category, says the improvements will encompass more than 250 products across six brands in the U.S.: DiGiorno, Tombstone, California Pizza […]
Posted in, Northeast
Ahold Names New Peapod President
Ahold USA has appointed Jennifer Carr-Smith president and GM of Peapod. Carr-Smith replaces Andrew Parkinson, who has been appointed to a newly established advisory role for Peapod. Carr-Smith brings more than 20 years of e-commerce experience to Peapod. Most recently, she served as the COO of J. Crew’s online business, where she led the clothing retailer’s […]
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Amazon, Publix, Whole Foods Lead Survey Of Most Reputable Retailers
For the third year in a row, Amazon.com claims the top spot in Reputation Institute’s annual survey of America’s top 50 most reputable companies in the retail industry. Supermarket chains moved up in the ranking this year, with Publix ranking second and Whole Foods jumping five spots to third place. America’s top 10 companies in the […]
Posted in, Independent Store News, Midwest, Store News
County Market Opens Mobile Grocery After Fire
The County Market in Girard, Illinois, the only grocery store in town, was destroyed by fire May 7. On May 30, Girard County Market opened a mobile grocery store in the parking lot to serve local residents. The mobile grocery store is open from 9 a.m.-7 p.m. daily and is stocked with fresh produce, meat, […]
Posted in, Independent Store News, Southeast, Store News
Mac’s Fresh Market Debuts Latest Store In West Monroe, Louisiana
Mac’s Fresh Market, a grocery chain that operates in Arkansas, Louisiana and Mississippi, has opened its newest store in West Monroe, Louisiana. The store, which is the 18th for the chain, marks “the latest in a barrage of grocery store openings and renovations in the Ouachita Parish market during the past 18 months from Mac’s, […]
Posted in, Albertsons, Southwest, Store News
Randalls Fundraisers Aid Flood Relief Efforts In Texas
Randalls is hosting in-store fundraisers to help those in Texas who have been impacted by the devastating floods. Randalls, a banner of Albertsons, operates stores in the Houston and Austin areas, which have been hard-hit by the storms. It is partnering with KHOU in Houston and KEYE in Austin to raise funds in its stores. […]
Posted in, Northeast
Rhode Island Governor Proposes Changes For Tolling Commercial Trucks, And More…
Supermarket News In Brief… According to Steve Arthurs, Rhode Island Food Dealers Association president and CEO, Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo has announced significant changes to her proposal for tolling commercial trucks in the state. The governor wants to limit tolling to fewer categories of trucks (basically four or more axles vs. three axles), and would […]
Posted in, Independent Store News, Midwest
Fresh Thyme, Total Wine & More Coming To Missouri’s Manchester Meadows
Fresh Thyme Farmers Market, along with Total Wine & More, have signed new leases at Manchester Meadows in Town and Country, Missouri. The 27,000-s.f. Fresh Thyme Farmers Market will offer fresh and healthy foods. Debuting in a suburb of Chicago in 2014, the chain has grown to more than 14 stores throughout the Midwest. Manchester […]
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New San Antonio Walmart Slated To Open This Summer
Walmart plans to open a new Walmart Supercenter in San Antonio, Texas, on Aug. 26. The store will employ approximately 300 people. According to store manager Charles Martin, the store will be hiring both full- and part-time associates. “We are excited to bring a new Supercenter to this area and provide residents access to fresh […]
Posted in, Northeast
June 30 Is Deadline For Retirement Of Coupon Barcodes
The Connecticut Food Association has reported that Food Marketing Institute and members of the Joint Industry Coupon Committee are urging retailers to prepare for the retirement of UPC Prefix 5 barcodes from manufacturer coupons. These symbols will no longer be used after June 30, as manufacturers shift to exclusive use of the GS1 DataBar format for […]
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McCormick Completes Acquisition Of Italian Spice Co., And More…
New Channels News In Brief… McCormick & Co. of Sparks, Maryland, has completed the purchase of Drogheria & Alimentari (D&A), a privately held company based in Italy. D&A is a leader in spices and seasonings in Italy. Annual sales are nearly $55 million (80 percent in Italy and 20 percent coming from exports to 60 […]
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Schnucks Building New DC In Kinloch, Missouri
Schnuck Markets this summer will begin construction on a new estimated $100 million, state-of-the-art distribution center at NorthPark in Kinloch, Missouri—in north St. Louis County. With more room and a more efficient layout than the company’s current distribution center in Bridgeton, Schnucks says the new complex supports the company’s ongoing customer commitment to deliver quality […]
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DiGiorno Rolls Out Pizzeria! Thin Lineup
DiGiorno is introducing DiGiorno Pizzeria! Thin, a new crafted pizza that the company says will change perceptions about what frozen pizza should be. All four varieties of DiGiorno Pizzeria! Thin start with a crispy, preservative-free crust drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and sauce made from vine-ripened tomatoes. Varieties are: • Supreme Speciale: Topped with […]
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Tennessee Grocers To Recognize Buchanan, Mayfield With Annual Awards
Each year, the Tennessee Grocers & Convenience Store Association (TGCSA) recognizes a Retailer and Supplier of the Year. The 2015 Retailer of the Year is United Grocery Outlet’s Gary Buchanan. The 2015 Supplier of the Year is Mayfield Dairy Farms’ Scottie Mayfield. Winners of the annual awards are TGCSA members, and the selections are based on store […]