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DICK’S Sporting Goods launches its first Team USA-themed TV and digital advertisements

New creative tells the story of the sacrifice and dedication of U.S. Olympic and Paralympic hopefuls participating in the retailer’s in-store employment program PITTSBURGH, 2016-Apr-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), the largest U.S.-based, full-line omni-channel sporting goods retailer, today launched its first Team USA-themed TV and digital advertisements as part of…

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Tesco customers can now use Sainsbury’s Brand Match in Tesco stores

CHESHUNT, England, 2016-Apr-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — From today (Monday 11 April) customers shopping in Tesco stores will be able to use Sainsbury’s Brand Match coupons to get money off their Tesco shopping. Last week, Sainsbury’s announced that it would end the scheme and would no longer offer customers any guarantee around the price they charge. Today’s announcement…

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Sainsbury’s Waste less, Save more initiative to tackle food waste

LONDON, 2016-Apr-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Representatives from towns and communities across the UK gathered in Derby to pledge to cut their food waste as part of Sainsbury’s Waste less, Save more initiative. The event brought over 35 towns together for the first time to spur on their shared objective to tackle food waste in…

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Paradies Lagardère honored with three ACI-NA 2016 Excellence in Airport Concessions Awards

Travel retail and restaurateur leader secures two first place awards ATLANTA, 2016-Apr-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Paradies Lagardère won three Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA) 2016 Excellence in Airport Concessions Awards, earning first place in two categories. ACI-NA’s 2016 Excellence in Airport Concessions Awards promotes the innovative spirit of the airport concessions industry,…

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PetSmart introduces new products to help pet parents enjoy outdoor adventures with their pets

In-Store Event This Weekend Will Offer Outdoor Product Demos, Harness Fittings and Giveaways PHOENIX, 2016-Apr-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Springtime is a great time to get outside and get active with our best friends! Whether it’s hiking the trails, playing in the water or taking walks together, PetSmart offers a wide range of new products…

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Defense Commissary Agency kicks off spring National Case Lot Sale events

FORT LEE, Va., 2016-Apr-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Military members and their families in the U.S. wanting to load up on savings only need to venture as far as their local store during the Defense Commissary Agency's spring National Case Lot Sale event. "You cannot find a better deal than our case lot events to save…

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PHILIPPINES: SM Foundation renovated 14 health centers and conducted 114 medical missions nationwide In 2015

Pasay City, Philippines, 2016-Apr-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — In 2015, SM Foundation further strengthened its health programs by focusing on the needs of its host communities. During the year, SM Foundation renovated 14 health centers and conducted a total of 114 medical missions which benefited 90,932 patients nationwide. SM Foundation extended its support to the health…

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Shopify Inc. to announce financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2016 on Wednesday, May 4, 2016

Ottawa, Canada, 2016-Apr-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Shopify Inc. (NYSE:SHOP)(TSX:SH),  the leading cloud-based commerce platform, plans to announce financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2016 before markets open on Wednesday, May 4, 2016. Shopify’s management team will host a conference call to discuss first-quarter results at 8:30 a.m. ET on Wednesday, May 4,…

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Advance Auto Parts announces the appointment of Thomas (Tom) Greco as CEO effective April 11, 2016

George Sherman, Current Interim CEO, Continues As President ROANOKE, Va., 2016-Apr-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE:AAP), a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider in North America serving both professional installers and do-it-yourself customers, today announced that the Company has named Thomas (Tom) Greco as CEO and a Director, effective April 11, 2016.…

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Defense Commissary Agency appoints Linda K. Randall new director of accounting

FORT LEE, Va., 2016-Apr-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Linda K. Randall has been named the Defense Commissary Agency's director of accounting effective March 20. She fills a position last held by Cynthia Morgan from 2011 until Morgan was selected as director of budget and manpower in 2015. From that time, the resource management directorate manned the…

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Staples and Workbar partner to offer coworking facilities within select Staples retail locations

Staples teams up with Workbar to offer convenient workspace starting late spring FRAMINGHAM, Mass., 2016-Apr-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Staples, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPLS) and Workbar today announced a new collaboration to offer coworking facilities within select Staples retail locations. Staples and Workbar will make more productive workplaces happen for small business customers, independent professionals, startups…

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Bonmarché announces the appointment of Helen Connolly as its new Chief Executive Officer

Appointment of Chief Executive Officer Wakefield, England, 2016-Apr-05 — /EPR Retail News/— The Board of Bonmarché is pleased to announce the appointment of Helen Connolly as the Company’s new Chief Executive Officer. Helen will take up her position later in the year and a further announcement will be made at the relevant time. Helen is currently Senior Buying…

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McDonald’s Corporation seeks strategic partners for its future growth plans in Asia

Company Seeks Strategic Partners to Add Value in High-Growth Markets: China, Korea and Hong Kong OAK BROOK, IL and BEIJING, CHINA, 2016-Apr-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — McDonald's Corporation (NYSE: MCD) today announced its intent to identify strategic partners who will add value and unlock growth potential in key markets throughout Asia to advance the company's future growth…

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BJ’s Restaurants announces the opening of its newest restaurant in Lafayette, Louisiana

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., 2016-Apr-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — BJ's Restaurants, Inc. (NASDAQ:BJRI) today announced the opening of its newest restaurant in Lafayette, Louisiana.  The new BJ's Restaurant opened on Monday, March 28, 2016, at the Ambassador Town Center located off of Ambassador Caffery Parkway and Kaliste Saloom Road.  The restaurant is approximately 7,300 square feet, eats approximately 225 guests and features BJ’s…

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Colruyt to open newly renovated store in Haaltert on 30 November

Halle, Belgium, 2016-Apr-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — On Wednesday 30 November the renovated Colruyt store in Haaltert will open its doors after a few months of renovation work. The store has been expanded by half its original size and restyled into a new-generation Colruyt store. New-generation store Store manager Joel Steeman: "Colruyt regularly renovates its stores to…

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SSP America awarded 10 year contract to develop and operate Kenny & Zuke’s Delicatessen & Market at Portland International Airport

SSP showcase locally acclaimed Kenny & Zuke’s Delicatessen plus a marketplace full of regional products LONDON, 2016-Mar-31 — /EPR Retail News/ — SSP America, a division of SSP Group, a leading operator of food and beverage brands in travel locations worldwide, has been awarded a 10 year contract by the Port of Portland Commission to develop…

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Taco Bell brings back Beefy Crunch Burrito and Cheesy Double Beef Burrito on April 21

IRVINE, Calif., 2016-Mar-31 — /EPR Retail News/ — In celebration of Rebecca logging 5,400 miles on the open road to get her favorite Taco Bell burrito. For Brittany, who recognized Taco Bell as senior photo backdrop gold. And in celebration of Tyler, Justin and the countless others who proudly show off their glorious taco tattoos,…

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Save-On-Foods store in Saskatchewan marks grand opening with special Regina gala on March 31

Regina, Saskatchewan, 2016-Mar-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — The first Save-On-Foods store in Saskatchewan is celebrating its grand opening this weekend with a special invite-only gala on Thursday, March 31. Joining Save-On-Foods president Darrell Jones in making remarks at the gala are special guests Jim Pattison, owner of Save-On-Foods; Regina city councillor Bob Hawkins; and Regina Food…

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Save-On-Foods opens store in Yukon

Whitehorse, Yukon, 2016-Mar-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — Save-On-Foods is officially announcing its entry to the Yukon with a ground-breaking event in Yukon’s capital city on March 30. The store will include a 42,000-square-foot Save-On-Foods store with the full Save-On-Foods offering, and an adjacent 12,000-square-foot wholesale store on the property. Wednesday’s event will feature remarks by Save-On-Foods president…

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Wakefern Food Corp. member and president of Cuellar Family ShopRites Rafael Cuellar honored by the New Jersey Food Council

Keasbey, NJ, 2016-Mar-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — Rafael Cuellar, President and CEO of Cuellar Family ShopRites and a member of Wakefern Food Corp., was honored recently by the New Jersey Food Council. Cuellar and other industry leaders were recognized for “achieving food business success and for their history of civic service service within the New Jersey…

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Raley’s Family of Fine Stores to transition all private-label eggs to cage-free by July, 2016

Company sets strategy to go cage-free on private label eggs this summer Fair Oaks, CA, 2016-Mar-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — Raley’s Family of Fine Stores has announced the company will transition all private-label eggs to cage-free by July, 2016. The company has been steadily increasing offerings, allowing customers to make the best choice for their…

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Sears Holdings honored with 2016 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award by EPA

Sears Holdings recognized for its sustained leadership to protect the environment HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. , 2016-Mar-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recognized Sears Holdings with a 2016 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award for its continued leadership in protecting our environment through superior energy efficiency…

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Sears Holdings announces the appointment of James P. Andrew as Chief Administrative Officer

HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., 2016-Mar-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sears Holdings (NASDAQ: SHLD) announced today that James P. Andrew has joined the company in the new role of Chief Administrative Officer. In this position he will be responsible for the company's corporate support functions, including financial planning and analysis, business finance, procurement, legal, and human resources. "Jim…

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Seven new national nonprofit organizations receive grants from Best Buy

Minneapolis, MN, 2016-Mar-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Best Buy is bolstering its efforts this year to reduce the nation’s technology gap by giving grants to national nonprofit partners and participating in the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) ConnectHome initiative. “For 50 years, Best Buy has been a catalyst in the rise of technology…

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Jack McGregor named Defense Commissary Agency’s 2015 Michael W. Blackwell Leadership Award recipient

Pacific logistics chief honored for keeping commissaries supplied FORT LEE, Va., 2016-Mar-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — To say 2015 was a difficult year for supplying Pacific Area commissaries is an understatement. The area dealt with poultry embargoes from Japan and Korea, and West Coast port slowdowns among other issues. So it was no surprise…

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Debenhams Pet Insurance latest figures show that most claims for pets ingesting chocolate fall over Easter month

LONDON, 2016-Mar-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Easter is a time for celebrations, chocolate and bank holiday weekends, but pet owners nationwide are being reminded that while the Easter holidays are fun for the family, there are potentially life-threatening dangers for our pets. In the UK, 13 million (46%) households are pet owners*.  Mislaid Easter eggs can…

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Ben de Lisi bridal collection exclusively created for DEBENHAMS

LONDON, 2016-Mar-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — He’s known for dressing the world’s most glamorous women and now Ben de Lisi has created a collection of six stunning bridal gowns exclusively for DEBENHAMS. Epitomising Ben’s signature timeless sophistication, the collection features luxurious fabrics, intricate detailing and faultless design. From floor-sweeping, sleek column gowns to the fairy tale…

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Waitrose launches its first ever customer magazine dedicated entirely to gardening

LONDON, 2016-Mar-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — Waitrose aims to build on its growing share of the horticultural market by launching its first ever customer magazine dedicated entirely to gardening. The 132 page magazine, called Waitrose Garden, is the first issue in a seasonal series, with issue two following later this year. The magazine will be available…

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