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SSP America awarded two new contracts by the San Francisco Airport Commission

SSP’s operations to showcase a mix of local and internationally recognized brands LONDON, 2016-Apr-26 — /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 two new contracts by the San Francisco Airport Commission to develop and operate one casual sit-down…
April 26, 20160Comments

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More than 2 million pounds of merchandise donated during the Bon-Ton Goodwill Sale

Donations provide 303,000 hours of Goodwill training in local communities MILWAUKEE, 2016-Apr-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — Goodwill Sale donors and shoppers at The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:BONT) 267 stores, including Bon-Ton, Bergner's, Boston Store, Carson's, Elder-Beerman, Herberger's and Younkers locations, donated clothing, shoes, accessories and other household textiles weighing 2.1 million pounds during the Bon-Ton…
April 26, 20160Comments

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Walmart released its ninth annual Global Responsibility Report “Using Our Strengths to Help Others”

Report Outlines Walmart’s Focus on Using its Strengths to Enhance Economic Opportunity, Sustainability and Local Communities BENTONVILLE, Ark., 2016-Apr-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — Walmart today released its ninth annual Global Responsibility Report, entitled “Using Our Strengths to Help Others,” highlighting the company’s progress and milestones during fiscal year 2016 in social and environmental responsibility. The report…
April 26, 20160Comments

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Macy’s to launch new home collection by Kelly Ripa

New home collection by multi-talented Kelly Ripa features bedding, furniture and area rugs at select Macy’s stores and on macys.com NEW YORK, 2016-Apr-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (Apr. 20, 2016), Macy’s announces the launch of a new home collection byKelly Ripa. Inspired by Ripa’s well-known love of all things home and her passion for creating…
April 26, 20160Comments

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Macy’s, Inc. to report its first quarter 2016 sales and earnings on Wednesday, May 11, 2016

CINCINNATI, 2016-Apr-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — Macy’s, Inc. (NYSE:M) is scheduled to report its first quarter 2016 sales and earnings before the opening of financial markets on Wednesday, May 11, 2016. The company will webcast a call with financial analysts and investors that day at 9 a.m. ET. Macy’s, Inc.’s webcast is accessible to the media and general…
April 26, 20160Comments

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Awards Management Retail Retailer

Global Retail Innovative Summit 2016: Carrefour Beijing SiYuanQiao hypermarket won “Best Store in China in 2015”

BEIJING, CHINA, 2016-Apr-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — On April 8, during the Global Retail Innovative Summit 2016, the Beijing SiYuanQiao Store was awarded one of the Top 10 Best Stores in China in 2015 by Linkshop (influential online media focusing on retail industry in China), among 500 newly opened stores. This award focuses on the newly…
April 26, 20160Comments

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Tesco to introduce defibrillators in over 900 of its largest stores

CHESHUNT, England, 2016-Apr-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tesco is set to introduce defibrillators in over 900 of its largest stores, providing lifesaving support to customers and colleagues across the UK. Tesco is the UK’s largest retailer, with millions of customers visiting its stores each week. Statistics from the British Heart Foundation show that over 30,000 people suffer…
April 26, 20160Comments

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CVS Pharmacy voluntarily recalls Gold Emblem Abound Organic Spiced Herbal Tea due to possible Salmonella contamination

WOONSOCKET, R.I. 2016-Apr-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — CVS Pharmacy announced today that it has voluntarily recalled select cases of Gold Emblem Abound Organic Spiced Herbal Tea following notification from the manufacturer that the product is potentially contaminated with Salmonella. An ingredient produced by the manufacturer's raw material supplier tested positive for Salmonella in another company's…
April 26, 20160Comments

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Business Management Retail Retailer

John Lewis Partnership’s Annual Report and Accounts 2015/16 available in an interactive format

LONDON, 2016-Apr-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — The John Lewis Partnership today publishes its Annual Report and Accounts 2015/16. The Annual Report also includes a Sustainability Performance Review with more detailed information available online. The report is designed for our Partners, the owners of our business, and anyone interested in the Partnership. The Annual Report and Accounts is…
April 26, 20160Comments

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Meating Place recalls 325 pounds of ground beef product that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7

WASHINGTON, 2016-Apr-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — Meating Place, a Buffalo, N.Y., establishment, is recalling approximately 325 pounds of ground beef product that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The ground beef patties were produced on April 15, 2016. The following product is…
April 26, 20160Comments

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Ediston announces completion of Heathfield Retail Park’s frontages and common areas refurbishment

Edinburgh, Scotland, 2016-Apr-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — The refurbishment of Heathfield Retail Park’s frontages and common areas is now complete. Ediston is delighted to announce that the new 30,000 sq. ft. retail terrace is complete and trading with M&S (11,000 sq. ft.) and Tapi (7,500 sq. ft.) opening their doors on 5th April 2016. In addition,…
April 26, 20160Comments

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Ben Bridge Jeweler announces winners of the Ben Bridge $100,000 Wedding of the Century sweepstakes

SEATTLE, WA, 2016-Apr-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — Ben Bridge Jeweler announced today that Raul Gonzalez and Andrea Delocht of Escondido, CA are the winners of the Ben Bridge $100,000 Wedding of the Century. Fifth-generation family members Marc and Lisa Bridge surprised the couple with a 2 carat Signature Forevermark diamond ring, a giant check, and…
April 26, 20160Comments

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Barnes & Noble announces Tabletop Gaming Meet Up at all stores nationwide on Saturday, April 30

New York, NY , 2016-Apr-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — Barnes & Noble, Inc. (NYSE: BKS), the nation’s largest retail bookseller and a leading retailer of content, digital media and educational products, today announced that it will be hosting a Tabletop Gaming Meet Up at all stores nationwide on Saturday, April 30, starting at 4…
April 26, 20160Comments

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Business Grocery Management Retail Retailer

Renovated Colruyt store in Arlon reopened after months of renovation work

Halle, Belgium, 2016-Apr-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — On Wednesday 20 April the renovated Colruyt store in Arlon will open its doors after a few months of renovation work. The store has been expanded, restyled into a new-generation Colruyt store and equipped with a brand-new butcher's department. Store manager Sylvia Millard: "Colruyt renovates its stores to make…
April 26, 20160Comments

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H&M: new fire safety requirements in Bangladesh transform the entire Bangladeshi textile industry

The transformation of fire safety in the Bangladeshi textile industry continues. STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN, 2016-Apr-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — For H&M, it is of outmost importance that all factories producing for us are safe. All our suppliers must follow our mandatory fire safety requirements and we welcome even stricter regulations. The new additional requirements from the…
April 25, 20160Comments

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Tips and things to know about using the new Starbucks app

SEATTLE, 2016-Apr-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Starbucks recently unveiled a newly redesigned mobile app for iOS and Android users making it even easier for customers to pay, redeem Rewards and have all of the benefits of being a Gold loyalty member. With the redesign, many things stayed the same while a few things changed. Here are the top…
April 25, 20160Comments

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Starbucks Q2 Fiscal 2016: Consolidated net revenues grew 9% to a Q2 record $5.0 billion

EPS Up 18% to a Q2 Record $0.39 Per Share; Comp Store Sales Up 7% in the U.S. and Americas; 6% Globally  Revenues Up 9% to a Q2 Record $5.0 Billion; 5% Transaction Growth and 18% Revenue Growth in China; Operating Margin Expands to a Q2 Record 17.3% Company Adds 900,000 Starbucks Rewards Loyalty Members in the…
April 25, 20160Comments

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Starbucks and Taste Holdings open the first Starbucks store in South Africa in Johannesburg

Taste Holdings and Starbucks open the doors of the first store in Johannesburg The store brings the full Starbucks Experience, plus Starbucks Reserve coffees Store design underlines commitment to support local artists, artisans and craftsmen Johannesburg, South Africa, 2016-Apr-25 — /EPR Retail News/ —Starbucks has arrived in South Africa, with its first store opening in Johannesburg…
April 25, 20160Comments

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Chicago’s first Starbucks express format store opens in Union Station

CHICAGO, 2016-Apr-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Starting today (April 21), busy Chicagoans can get their coffee in the city’s first Starbucks express format store. The 635-square-foot space in Union Station, which sees more than three million passengers each year, is tailored for customers who want the Starbucks Experience and premium products on-the-go. Its streamlined menu options focus on…
April 25, 20160Comments

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Starbucks: 100,000 Opportunities Initiative to expand its national youth hiring movement to Seattle

Coalition of 40 Top U.S. Companies Set to Launch Long-Term Hiring Effort in Seattle to Bring Jobs to Opportunity Youth – 16- to 24-Year-Olds Who Are Not in School or Employed Hundreds of Interviews and On-the-Spot Job Offers Available at Free Hiring Event at CenturyLink Field Event Center May 5; more than 1,500 Seattle Youth…
April 25, 20160Comments

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AmRest Holdings SE to acquire Starbucks retail stores in Germany

BERLIN, 2016-Apr-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — AmRest Holdings SE, Starbucks exclusive licensed partner in the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Romania, Bulgaria and soon in Slovakia, announced today that the company has signed an agreement with Starbucks Coffee Company to acquire its retail stores in Germany.  The partnership is expected to take effect in late May of…
April 25, 20160Comments

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Toys”R”Us launches web series that look at Save the Children’s early childhood development programs

WAYNE, NJ, 2016-Apr-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — To spotlight the impact that even 10 minutes of play per day can have on a child in need, as well as our recent #PlayWithPurpose fundraising and awareness campaign, we launched a web series that takes an intimate look at Save the Children’s early childhood development programs and…
April 25, 20160Comments

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Starbucks S’mores Frappuccino® blended beverage returns

SEATTLE, 2016-Apr-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Beginning today (April 23) Starbucks S’mores Frappuccino® blended beverage returns. Customers have been asking for this summer-time beverage since it was first introduced last summer. The S’mores Frappuccino® blended beverage is available now through the end of summer in participating Starbucks® stores in the U.S. and Canada. The beverage stirs memories of…
April 25, 20160Comments

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Partners at the Honolulu Starbucks stores will collaborate with Mission Continues, Team Red, White & Blue and Blue Star Families

SEATTLE, 2016-Apr-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — An enthusiastic audience of service members and their families, customers and partners (employees) looked on as Starbucks dedicated two Military Family Stores this week in Honolulu. “I’m so proud to have these special stores in our area,” said Francesca Peri, Starbucks regional vice president. “We’re in a unique position with…
April 25, 20160Comments

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Whole Foods Market announces winners of its annual Supplier Awards

Best in class supplier partners spotlighted for outstanding innovation, responsible sourcing and commitment to quality standards AUSTIN, Texas, 2016-Apr-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Whole Foods Market has revealed the winners of its annual Supplier Awards, the company’s highest honor for producer partners that embody its mission and values. Out of thousands of Whole Foods Market…
April 24, 20160Comments

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2016 Price Chopper and Market 32 Bags2Riches contest awards grand prize of $250,000 to Fairfield, Vermont’s Linda Menard

St. Albans, VT, 2016-Apr-24 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Today, the grand prize of $250,000 in the 2016 Price Chopper and Market 32 Bags2Riches contest was awarded to Fairfield, Vermont’s Linda Menard. A small reception was held in her honor at the Price Chopper at 170 Swanton Road/Route 7 in St. Albans, where she does…
April 24, 20160Comments

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Golub Corporation converts four Price Chopper Supermarkets in Capital Region of New York into Market 32 stores

Newly Converted Stores Open in Guilderland, Troy and Albany SCHENECTADY, NY, 2016-Apr-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Golub Corporation’s new contemporary, food-focused Market 32 brand has doubled its scope* today, with the revelation of four newly converted Price Chopper Supermarkets in the Capital Region of New York – one, at Hamilton Square in Guilderland, NY;…
April 24, 20160Comments

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Business Entertainment Pet Products Retail Retailer

PetSmart, Arizona Diamondbacks and Central Garden & Pet will attempt to set GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for most dogs attending a sporting event on May 1

Record Attempt Will Take Place May 1 with “Bark at the Park” at Chase Field; 1,000 Dogs Needed, Fans Invited to Participate PHOENIX, 2016-Apr-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Chase Field has gone to the dogs! After the successful launch earlier this month of the PetSmart Patio and additional PetSmart-sponsored permanent dog-welcoming facilities at Chase Field…
April 24, 20160Comments

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Business Management Retail Retailer Technology

AWS’s automated security assessment service Amazon Inspector now generally available to all customers

Security service automates vulnerability assessments for customers running applications on Amazon EC2 Betterment, CapLinked, Coinbase, Flatiron Health, and University of Notre Dame among the many customers using Amazon Inspector for more agile security SEATTLE, 2016-Apr-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS), an Amazon.com company (NASDAQ:AMZN), today announced that Amazon Inspector, an automated…
April 23, 20160Comments

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A.S. Watson Group (ASW) web sites received three awards for Web Accessibility

HONG KONG, 2016-Apr-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — A.S. Watson Group (ASW) received three silver awards in the website stream category under the Web Accessibility Recognition Scheme 2016 today, including the ASW corporate website, the Group’s flagship local philanthropy programme ‘Hong Kong Students Sports Awards’ website, and the new CSR programme ‘Project LOL’ website, which participated…
April 22, 20160Comments

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