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Shop Direct wins big at the Retail Week Tech and Ecommerce Awards

Liverpool,UK, 2016-Sep-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Shop Direct took home four prizes at the Retail Week Tech and Ecommerce Awards, including the overall prize for excellence. The event, which was held at the O2 Intercontinental Hotel in London, celebrated the smartest, most creative digital ideas, the most forward-thinking technology initiatives and the teams that are driving innovation. In…
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RioCan announced $0.29375 per preferred unit, Series C for the quarter ending September 30, 2016

TORONTO, ONTARIO, 2016-Sep-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust ("RioCan") (TSX:REI.PR.C) today (Sept. 16, 2016) announced $0.29375 per preferred unit, Series C (the "Series C Units") for the quarter ending September 30, 2016. The distribution will be payable on September 30, 201 6 to unit holders of the Series C Units of…
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USDA FSIS: Tucson Tamale Wholesale Company recalls beef tamale products that contain meat produced without the benefit of federal inspection

WASHINGTON, 2016-Sep-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tucson Tamale Wholesale Company, LLC, a Tucson, Ariz. establishment, is recalling approximately 915 pounds of beef tamale products that contain meat produced without the benefit of federal inspection, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today (Sept. 16, 2016). The ready-to-eat beef tamale items were…
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Sheetz one of the 2016 Best Workplaces for Women according to Great Place to Work® and Fortune

ALTOONA, Pa., 2016-Sep-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sheetz is one of the 2016 Best Workplaces for Women, according to global research and consulting firm Great Place to Work® and Fortune. Sheetz has been ranked twice on the list, which is based on employees' assessments of communications with management, options for development and training, and support for…
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Metro to showcase local cheeses in support of Sélection Caseus

Montréal, 2016-Sep-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — For the third straight year, Metro is proud to support Sélection Caseus, the annual competition intended to showcase the know-how of Quebec cheese makers. As a result, Metro will carry out a major program to showcase local cheeses in its stores throughout the province. "Our consumers' interest in Quebec products…
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SpartanNash announces the appointment of Yvonne S. Trupiano as SVP, Chief Human Resources Officer

Byron Center, MI, 2016-Sep-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — SpartanNash (Nasdaq: SPTN) is pleased to announce the appointment of Yvonne S. Trupiano to the position of Senior Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective October 3, 2016. Ms. Trupiano will assume the responsibilities of Jerry Jones, who is retiring from the Company. Mr. Jones has…
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Authentic Brands Group, General Growth Properties and Simon Property Group finalizes acquisition of Aéropostale

NEW YORK & CHICAGO & INDIANAPOLIS, 2016-Sep-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Authentic Brands Group (ABG), General Growth Properties (GGP) and Simon Property Group (SPG) finalizes the acquisition of the global trend-focused apparel and accessories brand, Aéropostale. The consortium includes ABG, the owner of a global portfolio of fashion, sports and entertainment brands, GGP and SPG,…
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Weis Markets kick starts its ninth annual Fight Hunger Program throughout Hunger Action Month in September

SUNBURY, PA, 2016-Sep-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Weis Markets today (September 16, 2016) embarks on its ninth annual Fight Hunger Program that will run throughout Hunger Action Month TM in September. The program provides food and monetary donations to hundreds of local food banks and emergency food providers across five states in Weis Markets’ 166-store service area.…
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Weis Markets converts three former Mars locations in Baltimore County into full-service pharmacies

Sunbury, PA, 2016-Sep-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Weis Markets today (September 16, 2016) announced it has opened full-service pharmacies in three former Mars locations which now operate as Weis Markets’ stores. The pharmacies are located in its Essex, Wise Avenue and Holabird Avenue stores in Dundalk. In late July, Weis Markets converted five Mars locations to Weis…
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The TJX Companies, Inc. declares quarterly dividend on its common stock of $.26 per share

FRAMINGHAM, Mass., 2016-Sep-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — The TJX Companies, Inc. (NYSE:TJX) today (Sep. 16, 2016) announced the declaration of a quarterly dividend on its common stock of $.26 per share payable December 1, 2016, to shareholders of record on November 10, 2016. About The TJX Companies, Inc. The TJX Companies, Inc. is the leading off-price retailer…
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Raley’s Family of Fine Stores nominated as Wine Retailer of the Year by Wine Enthusiast Magazine

Raley’s Family of Fine Stores nominated as Wine Retailer of the Year by Wine Enthusiast Magazine   Fair Oaks, CA, 2016-Sep-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Raley’s Family of Fine Stores is honored to share we’ve been nominated as Wine Retailer of the Year by Wine Enthusiast Magazine. The publication’s  annual “Wine Star Award”recognizes individuals and organizations whose visions have…
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Taco Bell kicks off PlayStation® VR sweepstakes with virtual reality pop-up experience in New York City

Irvine, Calif., 2016-Sep-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Virtual reality is one of the hottest gifts this holiday season -- and Taco Bell knows hot. That’s why Taco Bell is teaming up with Sony Interactive Entertainment to give away PlayStation®VR before it’s available in stores. Beginning September 15, each Taco Bell® Big Box will provide a unique…
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MEHR DEMETER IN DER MIGROS ZÜRICH

MEHR DEMETER IN DER MIGROS ZÜRICH   Gossau, Switzerland, 2016-Sep-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — In ausgewählten Supermärkten der Migros Zürich finden sich ab dem 18. Oktober die wichtigsten Lebensmittel neu auch in Demeter-Qualität. Damit wird das Bio-Sortiment weiter ausgebaut. In ausgewählten Supermärkten der Migros Zürich finden sich ab dem 18. Oktober die wichtigsten Lebensmittel neu auch in Demeter-Qualität.…
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Rx90: EnvisionRx and Walgreens launch new 90-day pharmacy program to improve medication adherence and patient Outcomes

TWINSBURG, Ohio & DEERFIELD, Ill., 2016-Sep-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — EnvisionRx, the pharmacy benefit management (PBM) division of EnvisionRxOptions, and Walgreens, one of the nation’s largest drugstore chains, today announced a new 90-day pharmacy program focused on changing behaviors and improving health outcomes for the growing numbers of patients with chronic conditions. Rx90, now available for…
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Amazon Wind Farm Texas: Amazon announces its largest renewable energy project to date

SEATTLE, 2016-Sep-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Amazon today (Sep. 15, 2016) announced “Amazon Wind Farm Texas,” a new 253-megawatt (MW) wind farm in Scurry County, Texas, that will generate 1,000,000 megawatt hours (MWh) of wind energy annually – enough energy to power almost 90,000 U.S. homes1. Amazon Wind Farm Texas will include more than 100…
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Amazon adds Merz Apothecary to Prime Now one-hour delivery service in Chicago

SEATTLE, 2016-Sep-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Amazon today (Sep. 15, 2016) announced Prime Now has added its first beauty brand to the one-hour delivery service with Chicago-based store, Merz Apothecary. Starting today, Prime members in Chicago can now shop all their favorite Merz Apothecary items such as personal care, beauty and natural health products and…
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Amazon to release new original series The Grand Tour on Amazon Prime Video beginning November 18

Amazon to release new original series The Grand Tour on Amazon Prime Video beginning November 18   SEATTLE, 2016-Sep-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (Sep. 16, 2016), Amazon has announced the highly anticipated launch date of the new Amazon Original series The Grand Tour with Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May. New episodes will be released…
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John Lewis Partnership plc releases Interim Financial Statements for half year ended 30 July 2016

London, 2016-Sep-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Unaudited condensed Interim Financial Statements for the half year ended 30 July 2016 Strict Stock Exchange Embargo, 7.00am. Taking charge of our future Financial Summary Waitrose John Lewis Partnership £m YoY Change £m YoY Change £m YoY Change Gross sales(1) 3,250.6 2.2% 2,023.7 4.5% 5,274.3 3.1% LFL sales(2) (1.0)% 3.1% Revenue 3,064.4 2.2% 1,607.0 3.8% 4,671.4 2.7% Operating profit before exceptional items(3) 121.3 (10.5)% 32.4 (31.2)% 138.7 (4.3)% Operating profit(3) 96.3 (28.9)% 32.4 (31.2)% 113.7 (58.3)% PBT before exceptional items(3) 81.9 (14.7)% PBT(3) 56.9 74.6% Net debt 549.3 17.3% (1) Gross sales includes sale or return sales and VAT (2) Waitrose like-for-like sales excludes petrol (3) Includes property profits…
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Macy’s celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with special in store events featuring celebrity guest Jencarlos Canela

Macy’s celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with special in store events featuring celebrity guest Jencarlos Canela   NEW YORK, 2016-Sep-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month (September 16 – October 16), Macy’s celebrates Hispanic and Latino culture and accomplishments with celebrity guest Jencarlos Canela who has influenced pop culture through his music and entertainment…
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Les Fontaines Parfumées: LVMH Group inaugurated a site dedicated to perfume creation shared by Louis Vuitton and Christian Dior

Les Fontaines Parfumées: LVMH Group inaugurated a site dedicated to perfume creation shared by Louis Vuitton and Christian Dior   Paris, 2016-Sep-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — On September 15 the LVMH Group inaugurated Les Fontaines Parfumées, a site dedicated to perfume creation shared by Louis Vuitton and Christian Dior. Situated in the heart of Grasse, the cradle…
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EROSKI Baleares reafirma en Menorca su compromiso con el sector lácteo local

EROSKI Baleares reafirma en Menorca su compromiso con el sector lácteo local   ELORRIO,España, 2016-Sep-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — EROSKI Baleares ha presentado hoy en el EROSKI Center de Sant Lluís de Menorca los resultados alcanzados con las acciones de apoyo al sector lácteo de las Islas Baleares. El acto ha contado con la presencia del Conseller de…
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Media invitation: Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. to hold its Shareholders’ Annual Meeting on September 20, 2016

Laval (Québec) Canada, 2016-Sep-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. (TSX: ATD.A ATD.B) is pleased to invite representatives of the media to its Shareholders' Annual Meeting to be held on Tuesday, September 20, 2016 at 1:30 p.m. at the Sheraton Laval hotel (Room Laval 2) located at 2440, Autoroute des Laurentides, Laval. Journalists who…
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David Beckham reunited with Kevin Hart for new Modern Essentials selected by David Beckham campaign for H&M

David Beckham reunited with Kevin Hart for new Modern Essentials selected by David Beckham campaign for H&M   STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN, 2016-Sep-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Bringing together one of the world’s biggest icons with the global comedy star, David Beckham has reunited with Kevin Hart for the new Modern Essentials selected by David Beckham campaign for H&M.…
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Auntie Anne’s® announces NEW Pepperoni Pretzel Nuggets available now through November 13

Auntie Anne’s® announces NEW Pepperoni Pretzel Nuggets available now through November 13   LANCASTER, Pa., 2016-Sep-18 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Auntie Anne’s®, the world’s largest hand-rolled soft pretzel franchise, today (September 15th, 2016) announced the limited time only addition of NEW Pepperoni Pretzel Nuggets to its menu. Available now through November 13, Pepperoni Pretzel Nuggets are a…
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NGA’s 2016 Best Bagger National Champion, Candice Lastimado

Arlington, VA, 2016-Sep-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Grocers Association (NGA) held its fifth annual Congressional Best Bagger Showdown yesterday (Sep 14, 2016) at the Library of Congress, located on Capitol Hill. NGA’s 2016 Best Bagger National Champion, Candice Lastimado of Metropolitan Markets, located in Seattle, WA, competed against Congressman Dan Newhouse (WA-04). Candice was…
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