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Yearly Archives: 2016

PetSmart hosts special events in stores this December including a special photo event with Santa Claus

PHOENIX, 2016-Dec-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Walk into any PetSmart store these days and it is clear the nation’s largest specialty pet retailer is celebrating the holidays in a big way. From the holiday music playing throughout the store, to the classic red and green toys, festive pet treats, Hanukkah gifts and holiday-themed beds…

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QVC announces the appointment of Bob Spieth to EVP of QVC’s Customer and Business Services

WEST CHESTER, Pa., 2016-Dec-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — QVC, the world's leading video and ecommerce retailer, today (11.28.16) announced the appointment of Bob Spieth to Executive Vice President of QVC's Customer and Business Services. In that role, Bob will lead the Customer and Business Services operations for both QVC and zulily. This appointment is part…

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Kum & Go opens new store in 220 50th Street, West Des Moines, Iowa

New eco-friendly store features fresh food and a variety of fuel options including E85, E15 and Diesel West Des Moines, Iowa, 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Kum & Go will open the doors Thursday, December 1, at 6 a.m. to its newest location in West Des Moines, Iowa, at 220 50th Street. The 6,200+-square-foot store…

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Popeyes® brings back the $5 Boneless Wing Bash for a limited time

ATLANTA, 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Popeyes® Louisiana Kitchen today (Nov 30, 2016 ) announced the return of the $5 Boneless Wing Bash, featuring the amazing flavor of Popeyes famous Bonafide® chicken now in a boneless wing. For a limited time, guests can get six tender, juicy, all white meat Boneless Wings marinated in authentic…

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RUSSIA: Lenta announces the opening of its third hypermarket in Rostov-on-Don

With this opening, Lenta expands its network in the South region to 22 hypermarkets in 13 cities St. Petersburg, Russia, 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lenta, (LSE, MOEX: LNTA) one of the largest retail chains in Russia, is pleased to announce the opening of its third hypermarket in Rostov-on-Don. The new store is a Lenta compact…

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RUSSIA: Lenta expands in Ekaterinburg with the opening of its second hypermarket

With this opening, Lenta expands its network in the Urals region to 18 hypermarkets in 8 cities St. Petersburg, Russia, 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lenta, (LSE, MOEX: LNTA) one of the largest retail chains in Russia, is pleased to announce the opening of its second hypermarket in Ekaterinburg. The new store is a Lenta standard format…

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Lenta announces the completion of purchase of Kesko food retail business in Russia

Lenta completes acquisition of Kesko food retail business in Russia from Kesko St. Petersburg, Russia, 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lenta, (LSE, MOEX: LNTA) one of the largest retail chains in Russia, is pleased to announce the completion of the purchase of the the Kesko food retail business in Russia (“KFR”), currently operating under the…

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Belle International wins Family-Friendly Employers and Breastfeeding Support awards in 2015/16 Family-Friendly Employers Scheme

Belle International wins Family-Friendly Employers and Breastfeeding Support awards in 2015/16 Family-Friendly Employers Scheme   Shenzhen, China, 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — To recognize the commitment and effort in demonstrating a family-friendly spirit, Belle International was presented with two awards, namely “Family-Friendly Employers” and “Awards for Breastfeeding Support”, in the “2015/16 Family-Friendly Employers Scheme” co-organized by the…

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Belle International associate Baroque Japan Limited listed on Tokyo Stock Exchange

belle-international-associate-baroque-japan-limited-listed-on-tokyo-stock-exchange   Shenzhen, China, 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — On 1 November, Baroque Japan Limited ("Baroque"), an associate of Belle International, was listed on the first section of the Tokyo Stock Exchange. Belle International has invested in Baroque since August 2013, with an aim to gain entry into the fashion apparel and accessories field in China.  In the…

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FMI releases its inaugural consumer analysis, The Power of Fresh Prepared/Deli

Research Explores Opportunities for a $24 Billion Category with Unprecedented Growth  CHICAGO, IL, 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Food Marketing Institute (FMI) released its inaugural analysis, The Power of Fresh Prepared/Deli, which explores fresh prepared and deli foods through the eyes of the consumer. Grounded in Nielsen data, the research outlines how the supermarket industry…

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Barnes & Noble to hold its first-ever Harry Potter Magical Holiday Ball at stores nationwide on Friday, December 9

Harry Potter Magical Holiday Ball at Barnes & Noble Stores Nationwide Will Feature Dancing, Music, Harry Potter-Themed Activities & a Special Giveaway Customers Can Discover Barnes & Noble’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter with Unique Assortment of Books, Toys & Games and Gifts, Perfect for the Whole Family New York, New York, 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail…

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Bon APPetit! HMSHost Launches Host2Coast App Featuring Dining Offerings at Airports across North America

Bethesda, Md., 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — As the industry leader in culinary innovation, with more than 2,000 dining locations in airports from coast to coast, global restaurateur HMSHost launched a new mobile app for the convenience of travelers throughout North America. Host2Coast offers travelers the ability to easily locate dining options near them, view…

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Tiffany & Co. announces 3Q 2016 financial results

NEW YORK, 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tiffany & Co. (NYSE:TIF) reported that worldwide net sales increased 1% in the three months ("third quarter") ended October 31, 2016, reflecting mixed results across geographic regions and product categories. Net earnings increased 5% in the third quarter and earnings per diluted share rose 9%. In the third quarter: …

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InvenTrust Properties announces the appointment of Christy L. David as VP, Deputy General Counsel and Secretary

OAK BROOK, Ill., 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — InvenTrust Properties Corp. (“InvenTrust” or the “Company”), today (11/30/2016) announced that Christy L. David, Managing Counsel - Transactions for InvenTrust, has been appointed Vice President, Deputy General Counsel and Secretary. Ms. David’s appointment follows the departure of Scott W. Wilton, Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary.…

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Costa encourages customers to return their takeaway cups in a nationwide recycling scheme across over 2,000 stores

London, 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Costa is launching a nationwide recycling scheme across over 2,000 stores in order to recover and guarantee the recycling of its takeaway cups. Competitor takeaway cups will also be accepted by Costa in order to increase the number of cups recycled across the country. Customers will be encouraged to…

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Baskin-Robbins introduces new Ganache Poinsettia Cake and Peppermint & Winter OREO® Cookies Polar Pizza for the holidays

Baskin-Robbins introduces new Ganache Poinsettia Cake and Peppermint & Winter OREO® Cookies Polar Pizza for the holidays   Brings Back Peppermint Bark in the Dark as the December Flavor of the Month CANTON, Mass., 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Baskin-Robbins today (November 30, 2016) announced a festive lineup of frozen treats that is sure to make every ice…

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The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. to hold a special “Santa Fest” on all store location, December 3 and December 10

THE BON-TON FAMILY OF STORES WELCOMES THE BELOVED MAN IN THE RED SUIT WITH FAMILY-FRIENDLY "SANTA FEST" IN EVERY STORE Free Santa Selfies, kids' crafts and a host of special activities highlight Santa Fest while new Danny Gokey version of "Santa Claus is Comin' to Town" launches holiday campaign MILWAUKEE, 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail…

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The Bon-Ton Stores to close its Carson’s Clearance Center at The Landings Shopping Center in Lansing, Illinois

MILWAUKEE, WI, 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ: BONT), today (November 30, 2016) announced it will close its Carson’s Clearance Center at The Landings Shopping Center in Lansing, Illinois. The company will not renew the lease, which terminates January 31, 2017. The closing will impact approximately 60 associates at this location. The…

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Lowes Foods and Natty Greene’s introduces Boxcar Latte Ale, a beer with flavors of coffee with cream & sugar

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lowes Foods stores with a Beer Den are celebrating November with a special CollaBEERation with Natty Greene’s Brewing featuring the brewery’s Boxcar Latte Ale. The beer is a brown ale with perfected flavors of coffee with cream & sugar. Natty Green’s brewed the beer with lactose and finished…

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Sheetz to move forward with pay increase on all its salaried employees despite federal judge’s injunction

ALTOONA, Pa., 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sheetz, one of America's fastest-growing family-owned and operated convenience retailers, today (Nov. 30, 2016) announced that all of the company's salaried employees will earn a minimum base salary of $47,500 per year.  The decision was made in connection to the proposed Federal Labor Standards Act (FLSA) rule from…

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Best Buy Canada opens Google shops in four Canadian cities

Toronto, 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — It’s a North American first: Best Buy stores in four Canadian cities are now home to large-scale Google shops, where consumers can fully experience the company’s family of hardware, like Pixel, Daydream View and Chromecast Ultra. Google Canada’s “shop within a shop” spaces were officially opened today at the…

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Best Buy Canada opens applications from secondary schools for its Best Buy School Tech Grant program

BURNABY, BC, 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Best Buy Canada is now accepting applications from secondary schools for their Best Buy School Tech Grant program, the retailer announced today (November 30, 2016). Financial grants of up to $10,000 are available for schools across the country looking to improve their technology offerings for classes or programs…

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Illinois-based Central Grocers, Inc. joins Topco family

Elk Grove Village, Ill., 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Topco Associates LLC announced today ( November 29, 2016) that Joliet, Illinois-based Central Grocers, Inc. has joined the cooperative, expanding its retail, wholesale and foodservice companies’ membership. “I am excited for this strong retailer-owned wholesaler to join our membership,” stated Randy Skoda, Topco President & CEO. “We…

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The TJX Companies, Inc. welcomes Jackwyn Nemerov to its Board of Directors

The TJX Companies, Inc. Elects Jackwyn Nemerov to Board of Directors FRAMINGHAM, Mass., 2016-Dec-01 — /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, announced today (Nov. 29, 2016) that Jackwyn Nemerov has been elected to its Board of Directors. Ms. Nemerov, 65, is…

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The TJX Companies, Inc. declares quarterly dividend of $.26 per share on its common stock

The TJX Companies, Inc. Announces Quarterly Common Stock Dividend FRAMINGHAM, Mass., 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — The TJX Companies, Inc. (NYSE:TJX) today (Nov. 30, 2016) announced the declaration of a quarterly dividend on its common stock of $.26 per share payable March 2, 2017, to shareholders of record on February 9, 2017. About The TJX Companies,…

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Sprouts Farmers Market to hold nationwide hiring day on Tuesday, Dec. 6

Healthy grocery store holding open interviews for non-seasonal career opportunities at every Sprouts location on Dec. 6 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. PHOENIX, 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sprouts Farmers Market will hold a hiring day on Tuesday, Dec. 6 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at all of its stores from coast to…

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Kroger to present at the Barclays Eat, Sleep, Play – It’s Not All Discretionary Conference

CINCINNATI, 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today (Nov. 29, 2016) announced that Mike Schlotman, Kroger's executive vice president and CFO, will address investors at the Barclays Eat, Sleep, Play – It's Not All Discretionary Conference on Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 10:40 a.m. (ET). The presentation will be broadcast online…

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DreamLand presents the largest Saint Nicholas drawing ever with the help of 10,000 children

Halle, Belgium, 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Toys specialist DreamLand gave Saint Nicholas the largest drawing ever. In November, more than 10,000 children digitally coloured a 10 metres wide and 6 metres high mosaic. Yesterday, the drawing was handed over to Saint Nicholas during one of the VTM KZOOM weekends at Plopsaland De Panne. More than…

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