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The first French Netflix original series Marseille to debut exclusively in all Netflix territories in late 2015

AN UNCOMPROMISING LOOK AT POLITICS, AMBITION AND MONEY, MARSEILLE DEBUTS IN ALL NETFLIX TERRITORIES IN LATE PARIS and BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., 2014-8-28 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Marseille, an eight episode tale of power, corruption and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the French port city, will debut exclusively in all Netflix territories in late 2015. The first…
August 28, 20140Comments

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Apparel Fashion Marketing Retail Retailer

H&M announces Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga will star in its Holiday campaign for 2014

H&M is proud to announce that Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga will star in its Holiday campaign for 2014. Stockholm, Sweden,  2014-8-28 — /EPR Retail News/ —  The two superstars will both appear in the commercial, performing a track from their album Cheek to Cheek, which will be released on September 23rd. The upcoming album is a…
August 28, 20140Comments

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Business Management Retail Retailer

The National Retail Federation appoints Mary Heitman Vice President of Retail Programs

Mary Heitman Named Vice President of Retail Programs WASHINGTON, 2014-8-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Retail Federation today announced the hiring of Vice President of Retail Programs, Mary Heitman. Heitman comes to NRF from the Trust for the National Mall, where she served as director of events and deputy director of development. In that role,…
August 28, 20140Comments

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Food & Beverage Grocery Management Retail Retailer

Co-op launches its new At Home campaign

Western Canada, 2014-8-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Buying local food items and supporting local businesses has never been easier thanks to new in-store labels and an innovative local scoring system being introduced in 210 Co-op stores throughout Western Canada. Co-op is launching its new At Home campaign (www.athomewithcoop.ca) this week in Alberta and British Columbia. It will be introduced…
August 28, 20140Comments

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Target adopts Like2Buy; lets Instagram users easily buy products featured in photos from participating brands

MINNEAPOLIS, 2014-8-28 — /EPR Retail News/ —  You know those moments when that must-have pair of shoes or one-of-a-kind bag appears in your Instagram feed? How about the bummed out feeling after, because you can’t quickly buy what you see? We’re all familiar with the longing that comes from countless hours scouring the Internet tracking down the object…
August 28, 20140Comments

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Marketing Retail Retailer

Cooking School @ Market Bistro by Price Chopper to offer variety of classes starting September 4

Latham, N.Y., 2014-8-28 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Beginning September 4, the Cooking School @ Market Bistro by Price Chopper will be offering a variety of classes that range from basic cooking to more advanced recipes and skill levels, including; ethnic foods, quick meals, appetizers, baking and pastry classes. The registration fee for each class ranges from…
August 28, 20140Comments

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Business Management Philanthropy Retail Retailer

Groupe Auchan contributes $1.5 million to Rana Plaza Donor’s Trust Fund set up under the auspices of the ILO

Groupe Auchan has decided to contribute a total of $1.5 million to the Rana Plaza Donor's Trust Fund set up under the auspices of the ILO. PARIS, 2014-8-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — The company's employees, buyers, Group council personnel representatives, and shareholders were all distressed by the tragedy of April 24, 2013 in Dhaka, Bangladesh, where the…
August 28, 20140Comments

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Grocery Retail Retailer

Sainsbury’s poll reveals British parents’ most emotional milestone in bringing up a child is the first day at school

LONDON, 2014-8-27 — /EPR Retail News/ —  British parents revealed the most emotional milestone in bringing up a child – the first day at school. Researchers who polled 2,000 parents of school children found that, while parenthood is crammed full of millions of joyous moments, dropping a little son or daughter off at school was hailed…
August 27, 20140Comments

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Management Philanthropy Retail Retailer

Co-op to help four students begin postsecondary educations toward career in agriculture this fall

Western Canada, 2014-8-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — Four students beginning post-secondary educations this fall are establishing roots toward a career in agriculture with the help of Co-op.  Each student is eligible to receive scholarships up to $20,000, paid summer internships, and the opportunity to secure future employment (including signing bonus) during their pursuit of a diploma or…
August 27, 20140Comments

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Home & Garden Home Decor Management Philanthropy Retail Retailer

Lowe’s awards $1 million Lowe’s Community Partners grant to Keep America Beautiful

STAMFORD, CONN., 2014-8-27 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Keep America Beautiful (KAB), the national nonprofit that builds and sustains vibrant communities, today announced Lowe’s (NYSE: LOW) has awarded KAB a $1 million Lowe’s Community Partners grant. Lowe’s donation will support more than 60 local community service projects and KAB’s Great American Cleanup, the nation’s largest community improvement…
August 27, 20140Comments

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Business Marketing Retail

ICSC and Goldman Sachs Weekly Chain Store Sales Index increased 4.2% for the week ending August 23 compared to the prior year

NEW YORK, 2014-8-27 — /EPR Retail News/ —  The International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) and Goldman Sachs Weekly Chain Store Sales Index increased 4.2% for the week ending August 23 – relative to the prior year. On a week-over-week basis, sales increased 0.6%. “According to the ICSC-GS consumer tracking survey business was strong across the board…
August 27, 20140Comments

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Apparel Fashion Retail Retailer

Target launches limited-edition girl’s collection inspired by the upcoming “Annie” film

Minneapolis,  2014-8-27 — /EPR Retail News/ —  The sun’ll come out tomorrow, but the sun will really shine on Nov. 16, when Target launches a limited-edition girl’s collection inspired by the upcoming “Annie” film. Set to hit theaters Dec. 19, Sony Pictures’ contemporized version of this family favorite features a star-studded cast that includes Jamie Foxx, Quvenzhané Wallis, Rose…
August 27, 20140Comments

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PT. Matahari Putra Prima, Tbk awarded “Best Senior Management Investor Relations Support & Most Improved Investor Relations” from Alpha Southeast Asia

Tangerang, Indonesia, 2014-8-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — PT. Matahari Putra Prima, Tbk ("MPPA") was awarded the "Best Senior Management Investor Relations Support & Most Improved Investor Relations" from Alpha Southeast Asia. The award was presented at the Mandarin Oriental in Jakarta by Publisher & CEO of Alpha Southeast Asia, Siddiq Bazarwala, to the Chief of Investor…
August 27, 20140Comments

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Commissary announces sales events this Fall

FORT LEE, Va., 2014-8-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — As summer fades, commissary shoppers will see plenty of cool sales events from Labor Day promotions and National Breakfast Month food samplings to Oktoberfest celebrations, with lots of coupons full of high value savings. Throughout September, DeCA's industry partners – vendors, suppliers and brokers – are collaborating with commissaries…
August 27, 20140Comments

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Food & Beverage Grocery Philanthropy Retail Retailer

Titan Farms to donate percentage of the peaches purchased by Harris Teeter during August to Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina

Charlotte, N.C. 2014-8-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — Harris Teeter and Titan Farms to donate 26,000 pounds of peaches to Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina WHAT:   Titan Farms’ recently hosted its second annual Peaches with a Purpose program at Harris Teeter stores in North Carolina.  The peach grower founded the program to support local food banks; Titan Farms will…
August 27, 20140Comments

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Healthcare Pet Products Retail Retailer

Rawproconcepts, Inc. Launches Rawproconcepts® Supplement Program for Dogs, Delivering a Key Nutritional Advantage for Puppies and Adult Dogs

Green Cove Springs, FL, 2014-8-26 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Rawproconcepts®, Inc. introduces a one-of-a-kind advanced supplement program formulated for use with all commercial dog food and homemade diet formulations*. Using Rawproconcepts® supplements, dog owners, breeders, and handlers are able to correctly supplement nutrient deficiencies of homemade dog food diets and commercial dog food diets, without…
August 26, 20140Comments

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Business Electronics Management Retail Retailer

JB HI-FI announces the appointment of Tim Carter to the newly created position of Online & Commercial Director

Melbourne, Australia,  2014-8-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — JB HI-FI today announces the appointment of Tim Carter to the newly created position of Online & Commercial Director. Tim will report to the Chief Executive Officer, Richard Murray, and will have primary responsibility for the Company’s online and commercial businesses. Tim was previously with JB HI-FI between September 2005…
August 26, 20140Comments

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Business Financial Management Retail Retailer

AHOLD REPURCHASED 785,209 AHOLD COMMON SHARES FOR € 10.25 MILLION BETWEEN AUGUST 18 AND AUGUST 22, 2014

Zaandam, the Netherlands, 2014-8-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — Ahold has repurchased 785,209 Ahold common shares in the period from August 18, 2014 up to and including August 22, 2014. The shares were repurchased at an average price of € 13.0533 per share for a total consideration of € 10.25 million. These repurchases were made as part…
August 26, 20140Comments

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Business Management Retail Retailer

MAXIMA GRUPĖ announces new top managers of the companies “MAXIMA LT” in Lithuania and “ALDIK NOVA” in Poland

Vilnius, Lithuania,   2014-8-26 — /EPR Retail News/ —  MAXIMA GRUPĖ, running the retail companies in Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Poland and Bulgaria, announces new top managers of the companies “MAXIMA LT” in Lithuania and “ALDIK NOVA” in Poland. Žydrūnas Valkeris steps in as the new general director of “MAXIMA LT”. Previously he has managed Poland’s company “ALDIK NOVA”…
August 26, 20140Comments

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Business Law Retailer

RILA President Sandy Kennedy urged PMA and ILWU leaders to ensure stability at the west coast ports

Letter Underscores Retail Industry Concerns To The Heads Of The PMA And ILWU Arlington, VA, 2014-8-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — In a letter addressed to the heads of the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) and the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU), Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) President Sandy Kennedy urged both leaders to remain focused on securing a…
August 26, 20140Comments

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Grocery Management Marketing Retail Retailer

Meijer hosts more than 20 in-store parties to welcome 40,000 incoming college freshmen across the Midwest

Retailer hosts more than 20 in-store parties for incoming students across the Midwest GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2014-8-26 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Midwest retailer Meijer is welcoming an estimated 40,000 incoming college freshmen as they head to campus this fall during the widely-popular in-store parties dubbed “Meijer Mania.” These annual Back-to-College events celebrate incoming students in style during a…
August 26, 20140Comments

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ShopRite of Waretown extends its delivery service for its popular ShopRite from Home service to all of Long Beach Island

Waretown, NJ, 2014-8-26 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Stocking up for that beach vacation just got easier! ShopRite of Waretown has announced that it has extended its delivery service for its popular ShopRite from Home service to all of Long Beach Island. By placing an order online at ShopRite.com or via the ShopRite from Home mobile app,…
August 26, 20140Comments

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Grocery Management Marketing Retail Retailer

ShopRite of Greenway Plaza in Yonkers to award “Win Free Groceries for a Year” Sweepstakes winner on August 29, 2014

New York, 2014-8-26 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Gift card presentation and celebration scheduled for Friday, August 29th at 2 PM WHAT: ShopRite recently held a sweepstakes to award one lucky customer with a year of free groceries! The winner of ShopRite’s “Win Free Groceries for a Year” Sweepstakes is Mount Vernon resident Jeanine Beard,who was chosen from more than 20,000 customer…
August 26, 20140Comments

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New Zealand: Queenstown Mediterranean Market to become Raeward Fresh Queenstown Market on Monday 8 September 2014

Queenstown, New Zealand, 2014-8-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — Local owners of the Queenstown Mediterranean Market, Angela and Nathan Imlach are thrilled they have recently joined the Raeward Fresh family. While the store will be retailing under the Raeward Fresh brand, Angela and Nathan will still maintain 100% ownership of the business. Angela and Nathan have been operating…
August 26, 20140Comments

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Business Electronics Financial Management Retail Retailer

GOME Electrical Appliances Holding Limited announces the Group’s unaudited consolidated results for the six months ended 30 June 2014

Core Financial Indicators Exceed Industry Average for Six Consecutive Quarters E-commerce Business Enters Period of Rapid Growth Acceleration of Omni-Channel Strategy; Company to Build Another GOME by 2017 Results summary: GOME achieved excellent results in core financial indicators for six consecutive quarters: 1. Sales revenue up for six consecutive quarters y-o-y, 2014 1H up 7.4% y-o-y to…
August 26, 20140Comments

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Argos reported 90% YoY increase in sales of instant cameras in the last week

Milton Keynes, UK, 2014-8-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — Over the past week, sales of instant picture cameras have soared as Brits opt for the retro camera look to capture their precious memories while out and about this summer. Digital retailer Argos has reported a 90 per cent year on year increase in sales of instant cameras in the…
August 22, 20140Comments

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Home & Garden Home Decor Management Marketing Retail Retailer

Argos to launch full through-the-line campaign for its first ever home and furniture power brand ‘Heart of House’

Milton Keynes, UK,  2014-8-22 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Argos is heralding the launch of Heart of House, its first ever home and furniture power brand, with a full through-the-line campaign, kicking off with TV advertising on Monday 25 August and running across press, digital, social and PR. The campaign, which was created by agency Path WorldWide,…
August 22, 20140Comments

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John Lewis to open two John Lewis Opticians in its Stratford City and Cardiff department stores this Autumn

LONDON, 2014-8-22 — /EPR Retail News/ —  John Lewis has announced that it will open two John Lewis Opticians in its Stratford City and Cardiff department stores this Autumn. The new venture will focus on building longstanding relationships between optician and patient and will offer customers the very best in eye healthcare. John Lewis Opticians will feature the…
August 22, 20140Comments

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Food & Beverage Grocery Management Marketing Retail Retailer

“Bake-Off effect” contributed to rise in bakery sales at Sainsbury’s

LONDON, 2014-8-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — With the show now in its fifth season, the "Bake-Off effect" has contributed to a rise in bakery sales at Sainsbury’s, with both ingredients and equipment seeing significant uplifts. Sainsbury’s has reported a 30% increase in the sale of flaked almonds after Mary Berry featured Florentines in last week’s episode. Similarly…
August 22, 20140Comments

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Apparel Children Retail Retailer

Sainsbury’s put their Back To School range to the test to create durable, high quality uniforms at surprisingly low price

LONDON, 2014-8-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — To make busy families’ lives easier, Sainsbury’s has put their Back To School range to the test to create durable, high quality uniforms at surprisingly low price points - offering exceptional value from ages 2 to 16. From pull-tested seams and buttons to fabrics that retain their shape up to 100…
August 22, 20140Comments

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