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Monthly Archives: October 2015

Wincor Nixdorf launches new ATM that allows customers to withdraw cash via smartphone

PADERBORN, GERMANY, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wincor Nixdorf is now launching a new automated teller machine (ATM) on the market that allows customers to withdraw cash using a smart phone or a near-field communications (NFC) card. The system's innovative design is intended to appeal especially to digital natives who have grown up with digital…

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7‑Eleven thanks customers with freshly brewed coffee during 7Rewards™ Free Coffee Week

7‑Eleven® Coffee-Drinkers get a Free Daily Cup during 7Rewards™ Free Coffee Week DALLAS, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Seven days, seven free cups of coffee. 7‑Eleven, Inc. didn’t think one day was enough to thank their customers, so the convenience retailer is having a weeklong coffee party. 7Rewards™ Free Coffee Weekruns from Monday, Oct. 12, through…

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Best Buy 4K UHD Gallery at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport to feature 4K video of Atlanta’s landmarks and cityscapes

ATLANTA, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Traveling through Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport in the next month? Lucky you, because the airport will be home to five big-screen 4K Ultra HD TVs, thanks to Best Buy. Starting Oct. 12 and running through Nov. 8, the Best Buy 4K UHD Gallery (in the atrium mall near ticketing) will…

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DICK’S Sporting Goods to open 640th store nationwide on October 23rd at The Marketplace in Marysville, WA

Special Appearance Saturday by Jermaine Kearse  PITTSBURGH, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), the largest U.S.-based, full-line omni-channel sporting goods retailer, will be opening its seventh store in Washington and 640thstore nationwide on Friday, October 23rd at The Marketplace in Marysville, WA (2609 172 Street NE). DICK’S three-day grand opening celebration will run through…

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DICK’S Sporting Goods to open its 11th store in Wisconsin on October 23rd in Oshkosh

Special Appearances by Frank Winters and Mark Chmura PITTSBURGH, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), the largest U.S.-based, full-line omni-channel sporting goods retailer, will be opening its 11th store in Wisconsin and 639th store nationwide on Friday, October 23rd in Oshkosh, WI (1015 North Washburn Street). DICK’S three-day grand opening celebration will run through…

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DICK’S Sporting Good to open its 638th store nationwide on October 23rd at Metro Crossing in Council Bluffs, IA

Special Appearances by Jake Waters and Tom Osborne PITTSBURGH, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), the largest U.S.-based, full-line omni-channel sporting goods retailer, will be opening its seventh store in Iowa and 638th store nationwide on Friday, October 23rd at Metro Crossing in Council Bluffs, IA (3816 Metro Drive). DICK’S three-day grand opening…

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DICK’S Sporting Goods to open its relocated store on October 24th at Liberty Center in Liberty Township, OH

Special Appearances by Marvin Jones and Mohamed Sanu PITTSBURGH, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), the largest U.S. based full-line omni-channel sporting goods retailer, will be opening its relocated store on Saturday, October 24th at Liberty Center in Liberty Township, OH (7675 Warehouse Row). DICK’S two-day grand opening celebration will run through Sunday, October…

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DICK’S Sporting Goods to open its 27th store in Illinois on October 23rd at Joliet Commons

Special Appearance Sunday by Eddie Olczyk and Pat Foley PITTSBURGH, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), the largest U.S.-based, full-line omni-channel sporting goods retailer, will be opening its 27th store in Illinois and 637th store nationwide on Friday, October 23rd at Joliet Commons in Joliet, IL (2601A Plainfield Road). DICK’S three-day grand opening celebration…

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Carolina Panthers’ Ted Ginn Jr. teams up with Harris Teeter to debut his personally designed signature sub sandwich on Oct. 20

Charlotte, N.C., 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Ginn to Sign Autographs, Sample Signature Sub Sandwich, Introduce Fans to Must-Have Meal for Lunch Date Tuesday, October 20, 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, Oct. 20, Carolina Panthers’ wide receiver Ted Ginn Jr. will team up with…

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Dairy Queen® opens the Du Quoin DQ Grill & Chill® restaurant located at 912 S. Washington Street

New restaurant serves up Dairy Queen® iconic soft-serve treats, flavorful foods and the new DQ Bakes!™ menu. Du Quoin, Ill., 2015-10-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Dairy Queen® system is pleased to announce the opening of the Du Quoin DQ Grill & Chill® restaurant located at 912 S. Washington Street. This location is the newest Dairy Queen…

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Dairy Queen® opens the Lone Tree DQ® Treat store at 8401 Park Meadows Center Drive in the Park Meadows mall

New location offers soft-serve treats and Orange Julius® products. Lone Tree, Colo., 2015-10-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Dairy Queen® system is pleased to announce the opening of the Lone Tree DQ® Treat store located at 8401 Park Meadows Center Drive in the Park Meadows mall. This location is the newest Dairy Queenrestaurant in a family of…

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Dairy Queen® opens its newest Texas DQ® restaurant in Rowlett located at 4510 Lake View Parkway

New restaurant serves up Dairy Queen® iconic soft-serve treats, flavorful foods and Orange Julius® offerings. Rowlett, Texas, 2015-10-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Dairy Queen® system is pleased to announce the opening of the newest Texas DQ® restaurant located at 4510 Lake View Parkway. The 2,900 square-foot restaurant can seat 70 guests inside and offers a convenient…

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Baker by Ted Baker shoe collection for kids in stores and online at Debenhams.com this Autumn

LONDON, 2015-10-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — Launching in stores and online at Debenhams.com this Autumn, the new seven-piece footwear collection comprises eye-catching glitter, digital prints, stylish bows and rose gold detailing for the girls. From beautiful Mary Janes, ballet pumps and ankle boots, these shoes are set to transform any outfit into the perfect party-ready…

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Pick ‘n Pay: Mushrooms in pink punnets support the fight against breast cancer

Cape Town, South Africa, 2015-10-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — All women are affected by breast cancer but with advances in science, women today have a better chance of surviving ‐ the key is finding the cancer early. Detection is aided by awareness, and we're more aware when we know the facts. In South Africa, breast…

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South Africa: uShaka Sea World strongly condemns drive fisheries and the inhumane slaughter of dolphins

Cape Town, South Africa, 2015-10-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — Many people are understandably concerned about the inhumane killing of dolphins that occurs during the Japanese drive fisheries. As animal advocates, we share your concern. Be assured that uShaka Sea World strongly condemns drive fisheries and the inhumane slaughter of dolphins. We do not support, fund…

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Pick n Pay supports positive change in fisheries and aquaculture operations

Our commitment to seafood sustainability Cape Town, South Africa, 2015-10-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — As one of the largest retailers and a significant role player in the South African seafood industry, Pick n Pay supports positive change in fisheries and aquaculture operations. We were the first retailer in African to commit to transforming our fresh, frozen…

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Sean Skelley appointed President Home Services at Sears Holdings Corporation

HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. , 2015-10-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sears Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: SHLD) today announced the appointment of Sean Skelley as president, Home Services. In his new role with the company, Skelley will be accountable for all aspects of the company's Home Services business. Skelley's background includes over 20 years with Best Buy Co. Inc.,…

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U.S. EPA presented Stater Bros. Markets with its GreenChill Partnership’s “Best Emissions Rate” award

Company maintained lowest corporate-wide refrigerant emissions rate for third year in a row San Bernardino, California, 2015-10-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently presented Stater Bros. Markets with its GreenChill Partnership’s “Best Emissions Rate” award. The honor recognizes the supermarket chain for maintaining the lowest corporate-wide refrigerant emissions rate among large retail…

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The TJX Companies Board of Directors to elect Ernie Herrman CEO

The TJX Companies, Inc. Announces CEO Succession Plan; Ernie Herrman to Be Named CEO; Carol Meyrowitz to Become Executive Chairman FRAMINGHAM, Mass., 2015-10-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — The TJX Companies, Inc. (NYSE:TJX), the leading off-price retailer of apparel and home fashions in the U.S. and worldwide, today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a CEO…

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SSP: Finnish chef Matti Jämsen will create a new menu for the Fly Inn Restaurant & Deli at Helsinki Airport

Collaboration with leading Finnish chef and opening of new iconic café at Helsinki Airport LONDON, 2015-10-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — SSP, a leading operator of food and beverage brands in travel locations worldwide, is to kick off a number of enhancements to the passenger experience with an innovative collaboration with leading Finnish chef Matti Jämsen…

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Migros: JOWA backt mit nachhaltigem Palmöl

ZURICH, Switzerland, 2015-10-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — Die Kuchen- und Pizzateige sowie die Guetsli von der JOWA-Bäckerei werden nur noch mit nachhaltigem Palmöl gebacken. Das Generation-M-Palmölversprechen ist auf Kurs. Seit Jahren setzt sich die Migros dafür ein, dass für den Anbau des begehrten Rohstoffes Palmöl keine Regenwälder mehr gerodet werden. Das erklärte Ziel ist es,…

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Nordstrom opened the doors to its new, relocated store at Del Amo Fashion Center

SEATTLE, 2015-10-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — Leading fashion specialty retailer Nordstrom, Inc.opened the doors to its new, relocated store at Del Amo Fashion Center today. The two-level, 138,000 square-foot store features the latest interior and exterior design concepts, a full-service restaurant and bar, new apparel departments and an enhanced beauty experience. The store is…

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Tesco the first UK supermarket to guarantee customers they will never pay more for their branded shop compared with other leading supermarkets

Research reveals UK shoppers could be missing out on hundreds of millions of pounds in annual savings CHESHUNT, England, 2015-10-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tesco has today become the first UK supermarket to offer an immediate price match at tills, guaranteeing to customers they will never pay more for their branded shop compared with other…

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Starbucks Foundation awarded $200,000 to three Canadian charitable organizations focused on providing support for disadvantaged youth

TORONTO,   2015-10-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — Starbucks Canada is announcing $200,000 in Starbucks Foundation 'Opportunity for Youth' grants, awarded to three Canadian charitable organizations which are focused on providing support for disadvantaged and disconnected youth. In Canada, youth unemployment rates are more than double the national average.* Starbucks is working with some of the country's top youth organizations to offer…

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Macy’s, Inc. sells the top four floors of its downtown Seattle store to controlled affiliate of Starwood Capital Group

CINCINNATI, 2015-10-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — Macy’s, Inc. (NYSE:M) today announced it has sold the top four floors (levels five through eight) of underutilized space in its downtown Seattle store, located at 300 Pine Street, to a controlled affiliate of Starwood Capital Group to be converted to office use. The Macy’s store will remain open and operating,…

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CVS Health expands national partnership with the Arthritis Foundation to help advance arthritis advocacy, research and patient support

WOONSOCKET, R.I. , 2015-10-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) announced today, in advance of World Arthritis Day on October 12 , the expansion of a national partnership with the Arthritis Foundation to help advance arthritis advocacy, research and patient support. As part of the partnership, CVS/specialty, the specialty pharmacy of CVS Health,…

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EPA named The Home Depot® 2015 WaterSense® Sustained Excellence award winner

Communications and expanding product assortment lead to third straight recognition for Home Depot ATLANTA, 2015-10-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) named The Home Depot® a 2015 WaterSense® Sustained Excellence award winner. The Home Depot, the world's largest home improvement retailer, was honored for the third consecutive year for its commitment…

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NRF and Hackett Associates: Import cargo volume expected to increase 3.3 % this month as retailers make final preparations for the holiday season

WASHINGTON, 2015-10-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — Import cargo volume at the nation’s major retail container ports is expected to increase 3.3 percent this month over the same time last year as retailers make final preparations for the holiday season, according to the monthly Global Port Tracker report released today by the National Retail Federation…

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The National Retail Federation agrees with FBI warning that new chip-based credit cards are safer but need PIN to minimize risk of fraud

WASHINGTON, 2015-10-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Retail Federation today said it agreed with a warning from the FBI that new chip-based credit cards are safer than traditional cards but still vulnerable to fraud and need to be used with a PIN instead of a signature to minimize risk. “What the FBI is saying is…

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Co-op Refinery Complex (CRC) and Sherwood Co-op donates Thanksgiving supplies to Souls Harbour Rescue Mission

Saskatoon, Canada, 2015-10-12 — /EPR Retail News/ —  The call went out to the community and the Co-op Refinery Complex (CRC) and Sherwood Co-op answered. With a week to go before Thanksgiving, Souls Harbour Rescue Mission in Regina was still short on food to feed 750 people in need a Thanksgiving meal. “As we approach Thanksgiving, we at…

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