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RILA objectes DOL’s proposal to change workforce classification regulations

Proposed Rule Undermines Important Employee Benefits And Creates Enormous Burdens For Employers Arlington, VA, 2015-9-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — ​In comments submitted today to the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), the Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) strenuously objected to the proposal to change workforce classification regulations. Specifically, the proposal would change the rules by which employees are…
September 8, 20150Comments

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Business Management Retail Retailer

Weis Markets opens its newest Gas-N-Go at its Pennsburg store in Pennsburg, PA

Pennsburg customers can now save on gas and groceries Sunbury and Pennsburg, PA, 2015-9-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — Weis Markets today announced the opening of its newest Gas-N-Go, located at its Pennsburg store. The gas station, which recently opened, features four pumps and will be open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. “Our Weis Gas-N-Go gas station…
September 7, 20150Comments

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Apparel Retail Retailer

Hammond & Co. by Patrick Grant watch collection exclusively at Debenhams

LONDON, 2015-9-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Hammond & Co. by Patrick Grant watch collection showcases a range of classic styles with functional and hardwearing features, creating a modern timepiece with a clean aesthetic. Inspired by opulent vintage and heritage military style watches of the mid-20th century, the 25 piece watch collection has something for…
September 7, 20150Comments

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Debenhams: Theo James joins BOSS Parfums ambassadors and will appear in a new global advertising campaign

LONDON, 2015-9-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — Mastery in the art of seduction is the hallmark of a successful man, a BOSS man. One whose strength and confidence creates an inescapable appeal, drawing those around him in, and creating a reaction hard to resist to all who experience it. BOSS Parfums is delighted to announce…
September 7, 20150Comments

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Business Food & Beverage Management Restaurants Retail Retailer

Dunkin’ Donuts signed with Ozark Donuts to develop three new restaurants in Springfield, Missouri

LEADING COFFEE AND BAKERY CHAIN SEEKS FRANCHISEE CANDIDATES IN MISSOURI AND OKLAHOMA CANTON, MA, 2015-9-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dunkin’ Donuts, America’s all-day, everyday stop for coffee and baked goods, announced today the signing of a multi-unit store development agreement with new franchise group, Ozark Donuts, LLC, to develop three new restaurants in Springfield, Missouri. The first…
September 7, 20150Comments

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Business Management Retail Retailer

The International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) completes integration of SPREE Canada

Specialty retail conference to be held at major shopping center convention Oct. 5-7 in Toronto NEW YORK, 2015-9-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — The International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) is excited to announce the complete integration of SPREE Canada, the only Canadian show for the cart, kiosk and specialty retail industry, into the Canadian Convention to…
September 7, 20150Comments

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Business Human Resources Management Retail Retailer

Wegmans now hires for its 14,000 square-foot expansion at 8270 Transit Road in Williamsville

BUFFALO, NY, 2015-9-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wegmans customers at Transit Road have been noticing big changes to the store. The 14,000 square-foot expansion at 8270 Transit Road in Williamsville is in full swing, and Wegmans is now hiring 50 new employees in advance of the project’s completion. Available positions include full- and part-time customer service,…
September 7, 20150Comments

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Business Financial Management Retail Retailer

Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust to release its financial results for the quarter ending September 30, 2015 on October 27

PHILADELPHIA , 2015-9-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust (PREIT/NYSE: PEI) intends to release its financial results for the quarter ending September 30, 2015 after market trading closes on Tuesday, October 27 , 2015. Management has scheduled a conference call for 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday , October 28, 2015, to review…
September 7, 20150Comments

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Morrisons extended its range of measures to support farmers supplying the cheese industry

Bradford, England, 2015-9-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — Morrisons previously announced a number of steps to directly help dairy farmers including: Creating a new brand of milk, Morrisons Milk for Farmers, where 10 pence per litre goes back to Arla farmers. Creating a Milk for Farmers cheddar cheese priced at a retail premium of 34 pence-a-pack above…
September 7, 20150Comments

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Awards Business Malls Management

Philippines: SM Prime Holdings received gold award for its first mall in China – SM City Xiamen in Fujian Province

Pasay City, Philippines, 2015-9-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — Property conglomerate SM Prime Holdings, Inc. received a prestigious gold award for SM City Xiamen, Fujian Province, its first mall in China. SM City Xiamen/SM Lifestyle Center won the Mall China Golden Mall Awards 2015 Commercial Asset Management Company Gold Award. Only eight companies were given the prestigious gold…
September 7, 20150Comments

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Entertainment Food & Beverage Grocery Retail Retailer Sports

Carolina Panthers’ safety Tre Boston to debut his personally designed Signature Sub Sandwich for Harris Teeter

Charlotte, N.C., 2015-9-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — Boston to Sign Autographs, Sample Signature Sub Sandwich, Introduce Fans to Must-Have Meal for Lunch Date Tuesday, September 15, 2015 Time 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. Where Morrocroft Village Harris Teeter 6701 Morrison Boulevard Charlotte, N.C. 28211 Interviews are available.  Live shots are welcomed! Tuesday, Sept. 15, Carolina Panthers’ safety Tre Boston will team up with Harris Teeter…
September 7, 20150Comments

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Phillips to bring modern and contemporary art to eBay’s community through eBay’s Live Auctions platform

San Jose, California, 2015-9-4 — /EPR Retail News/ — eBay and Phillips are proud to announce a new partnership that unites the world’s most vibrant online marketplace with the contemporary art and design-focused international auction house. Through eBay’s live auctions platform, online buyers will gain access to Phillips highly regarded 20th Century and Contemporary Art, Design,…
September 4, 20150Comments

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Business Management Retail Retailer

Sept. 1 named “eBay Day” in San Jose for eBay’s 20th anniversary

In honor of our company’s 20th anniversary, Sam Liccardo named Sept. 1 "eBay Day." San Jose, California, 2015-9-4 — /EPR Retail News/ — In honor of our company’s 20th anniversary, “eBay Day” was officially announced at a City Council Chambers meeting in San Jose this week. Mayor Sam Liccardo presented eBay SVP and Chief Strategy Officer Kris…
September 4, 20150Comments

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Lowe’s Bob Hull and Mike McDermott to present at the Goldman Sachs 22nd Annual Global Retailing Conference in NY

MOORESVILLE, N.C., 2015-9-4 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) announces that Robert F. Hull, Jr , chief financial officer, and Michael P. McDermott , chief merchandising officer, will present at the Goldman Sachs 22nd Annual Global Retailing Conference in New York, NY . What: Presentation by Bob Hull and Mike McDermott at the…
September 4, 20150Comments

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The Michaels Companies at the 22nd Annual Goldman Sachs Global Retailing Conference in New York City

IRVING, Texas, 2015-9-4 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Michaels Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ:MIK) today announced that it will participate in the 22nd Annual Goldman Sachs Global Retailing Conference, held at the Plaza Hotel in New York City. Chuck Sonsteby, Chief Administrative Officer and Chief Financial Officer, is currently scheduled to present on Thursday, September 10,…
September 4, 20150Comments

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Entertainment Retail Retailer

Seven-time GRAMMY® winner Carrie Underwood will be the headline act at the 2015 Belk Bowl this December

CHARLOTTE, N.C., 2015-9-4 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Belk Bowl is thrilled to announce that superstar and seven-time GRAMMY® winner Carrie Underwood will be the headline act at the 2015 Belk Bowl this December. The 14th annual Belk Bowl will kick off at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 30 at the Bank of America…
September 4, 20150Comments

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Business Home & Garden Home Decor Management Retail Retailer

IKEA officially broke ground for its new, larger store in Burbank, California

BURBANK, CA, 2015-9-4 — /EPR Retail News/ — With company representatives, Burbank Mayor Bob Frutos, City Council members, local officials and community leaders on-hand, IKEA the world’s leading home furnishings retailer, today officially broke ground where it is constructing a new, larger store in Burbank, California, less than one mile away from the company’s oldest store in…
September 4, 20150Comments

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M&S launches new campaign across TV, print and digital platforms designed to put a spotlight on the unique quality and style of M&S products

LONDON, 2015-9-4 — /EPR Retail News/ — For Autumn 2015, M&S introduces ‘The Art of’ - a new campaign across TV, print and digital platforms designed to put a spotlight on the unique quality and style of M&S products. The new campaign uses a stylish and cutting edge format to celebrate the craftsmanship and fashion…
September 4, 20150Comments

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Management Philanthropy

H&M Conscious Foundation donates USD 500,000 to relief refugee crisis in Europe

STOCKHOLM, Sweden, 2015-9-4 — /EPR Retail News/ — H&M Conscious Foundation has decided to donate USD 500,000 to support the organization UNHCR in their emergency relief work, offering refugees food, medical care and shelter as well as migration services. So far, this year, more than 300,000 refugees have fled across the Mediterranean from war, violence, conflict…
September 4, 20150Comments

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Environment Fashion Management Retail Retailer

H&M: 18,000 tonnes of textiles collected globally as part of our Garment Collecting Initiative

STOCKHOLM, Sweden, 2015-9-4 — /EPR Retail News/ — Our mission is to close the loop on fashion. By collecting old clothes and turn them into new updated styles, instead of letting them go to waste, we can completely change the way fashion is made. Since 2013, H&M customers worldwide CAN bring unwanted or worn out clothes…
September 4, 20150Comments

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H&M positive to the uniform minimum wage set in Myanmar

STOCKHOLM, Sweden, 2015-9-4 — /EPR Retail News/ — At H&M, we are positive to the uniform minimum wage that has been set by the Government. A uniform minimum wage across all industries is essential for the sustainable economic development not only for the textile industry but also for the country as a whole. H&M also believes…
September 4, 20150Comments

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Awards Management Retail

British Land named Regional Sector Leader for Europe/Diversified in 2015 GRESB global sustainability assessment of real estate portfolios

LONDON, 2015-9-4 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (September 3, 2015), British Land is pleased to announce its latest achievement as Regional Sector Leader for Europe/Diversified in the 2015 GRESB global sustainability assessment of real estate portfolios. This is the second year in a row that British Land has been ranked as a sector leader by…
September 4, 20150Comments

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CVS Health CEO Larry Merlo and CFO Dave Denton to speak at Morgan Stanley 2015 Global Healthcare Conference on Sep 17

WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2015-9-4 — /EPR Retail News/ — CVS Health Corporation (NYSE:  CVS) today announced that Larry Merlo, the company's president and chief executive officer, and Dave Denton, executive vice president and chief financial officer, will be speaking to investors at the Morgan Stanley 2015 Global Healthcare Conference on September 17, 2015. They are scheduled to speak at approximately 8:00…
September 4, 20150Comments

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CVS Health marks one year since it ended tobacco sales at CVS/pharmacy

New Data Shows Reduction in Cigarette Purchases Across All Retailers CVS Health and its Foundation Announce School-based Tobacco-prevention Program WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2015-9-4 — /EPR Retail News/ — CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) today marked the first anniversary of ending tobacco sales at CVS/pharmacy by releasing new data showing a measurable reduction in cigarette purchases over the…
September 4, 20150Comments

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NCCR to Labor Department: plans to expand overtime eligibility would hit chain restaurant owners harder than other businesses

WASHINGTON, 2015-9-4 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Council of Chain Restaurants told the Labor Department today that the department’s proposal to expand overtime eligibility would hit its member companies harder than other businesses, requiring drastic changes in staffing structure, severely limiting promotion and career opportunities for would-be managers and possibly putting some restaurants…
September 4, 20150Comments

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NRF to Labor Department: salary level recommended under a proposal to expand overtime is too high

WASHINGTON, 2015-9-4 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Retail Federation today told the Labor Department that the salary level recommended under a proposal to expand overtime is too high, and asked officials to use previous methodology that would result in a lower figure. NRF also said plans to automatically increase the number each year…
September 4, 20150Comments

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Environment Food & Beverage Grocery Law Management Retail Retailer

RILA welcomed EPA’s proposals on waste management regulations related to retailers’ handling of unsold consumer products

Arlington, VA, 2015-9-4 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) welcomed two proposals from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on Monday that update waste management regulations related to the handling of unsold consumer products by retailers. The EPA’s proposed Hazardous Waste Generator Improvements rules address compliance challenges for retailers stemming from the Resource…
September 4, 20150Comments

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