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Monthly Archives: February 2017

Alaska-based Matanuska Valley Federal Credit Union deploys NCR Interactive Teller machines

Interactive technology will enable Matanuska Valley Federal Credit Union members to bank with teller live via ATMs DULUTH, Ga., 2017-Feb-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR), a global leader in omni-channel solutions, today ( February 22, 2017 ) announced that Palmer, Alaska-based Matanuska Valley Federal Credit Union (MVFCU) has begun deploying NCR Interactive Teller…

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Fratelli Beretta USA, Inc. recalls mortadella product that contains undeclared pistachio nuts

WASHINGTON, 2017-Feb-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Fratelli Beretta USA, Inc., a Mount Olive, N.J. establishment, is recalling approximately 468 pounds of mortadella product due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today (Feb. 22, 2017). The product contains pistachio nuts, known allergens which are…

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Ready Pac Foods Inc. recalls chicken salad product that may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes

WASHINGTON, 2017-Feb-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Three Ready Pac Foods Inc. establishments, located in Swedesboro, N.J., in Jackson, Ga., and the headquarters establishment in Irwindale, Calif., are recalling approximately 59,225 pounds of one variety of chicken salad product that may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection…

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NORGESGRUPPEN SIER NEI TIL MIKROPLAST

NORGESGRUPPEN SIER NEI TIL MIKROPLAST   Mikroplast er små partikler som skaper miljøproblemer ved at de ender opp i havet og videre inn i næringskjeden. NorgesGruppen har nå besluttet at produkter i butikk ikke skal inneholde mikroplast. Oslo, Norway, 2017-Feb-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — NorgesGruppen har i dag ingen produkter med mikroplast. Dette gjelder både produkter fra…

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SPAR Austria promotes sugar-free or sugar-reduced diet and offers healthier food options on its new healthy eating campaign

Austria, 2017-Feb-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — A key dietary focus of health-conscious consumers in 2017 is sugar reduction and SPAR Austria is meeting this need by reducing the amount of sugar in its own brand products. The World Health Organisation recommends that an adult should not to eat more than 25 grams of sugar a…

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SpartanNash announces Consolidated Net Sales Increased 3.4% Despite Deflationary Environment during Fiscal Year 2016

Consolidated Net Sales Increased 3.4% Despite Deflationary Environment Reported Fourth Quarter EPS from Continuing Operations of $0.34 per Diluted Share; Adjusted Fourth Quarter EPS from Continuing Operations of $0.53 per Diluted Share Long-Term Debt Decreased $55.7 Million in Fiscal 2016 Byron Center, MI, 2017-Feb-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — SpartanNash Company (the "Company") (Nasdaq:…

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Schnucks: Bee International recalls Plastic Heart Tubes of Chocolate Lentils due to undeclared milk protein – a known allergen

St. Louis, 2017-Feb-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Bee International has recalled Plastic Heart Tubes of Chocolate Lentils because the product contains undeclared milk protein – a known allergen. People with a dairy allergy or sensitivity may run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. Schnucks customers are urged to…

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New MinuteClinic walk-in medical clinic opens inside CVS Pharmacy store in Mt. Vernon Triangle neighborhood, Washington, DC

Woonsocket, RI, 2017-Feb-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — A new MinuteClinic walk-in medical clinic has opened inside the CVS Pharmacy store on K Street NW in Washington, DC. The new MinuteClinic, located in the heart of the Mt. Vernon Triangle neighborhood, is open Monday through Friday with no appointment necessary. “The new MinuteClinic location in downtown Washington,…

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CVS Pharmacy continues to evolve into a premier health destination with the removal of partially hydrogenated oils from all exclusive store brands food products

WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2017-Feb-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — CVS Pharmacy is the first national retail pharmacy chain to announce the removal of partially hydrogenated oils (PHO), the primary source of artificial trans fats in processed foods, from all its exclusive store brands food products. The retailer now offers over 600 exclusive snack and grocery options which…

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The Home Depot® president — Online Kevin Hofmann to present at the Raymond James 38th Annual Institutional Investors Conference

ATLANTA, 2017-Feb-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Home Depot®, the world's largest home improvement retailer, today (Feb. 22, 2017) announced that Kevin Hofmann, president — Online, and chief marketing officer, will present at the Raymond James 38th Annual Institutional Investors Conference in Orlando, Florida. The presentation will begin at 8:40 a.m. ET on March 7,…

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Amazon again ranked #1 in the annual Harris Corporate Reputation Poll

Score of 86.27 is a record high in 18-year history of poll Today only, Amazon is offering a discount of $8.62 on orders of $50 or more to thank customers Company receives “excellent” rating across all six dimensions of corporate reputation: Emotional Appeal, Workplace Environment, Products & Services, Financial Performance, Vision & Leadership,…

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The latest generation Amazon Fire TV Stick now available in the UK, Germany, and Japan

The latest generation Amazon Fire TV Stick now available in the UK, Germany, and Japan   SEATTLE, 2017-Feb-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Amazon has announced that the latest generation Amazon Fire TV Stick is now available for customers in the UK, Germany, and Japan. Read the press release announcing Fire TV Stick with Alexa Voice Remote…

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Tesco’s finest Belgian Milk Chocolate Hidden Egg voted the Good Housekeeping Easter Egg of the Year

Tesco’s finest Belgian Milk Chocolate Hidden Egg voted the Good Housekeeping Easter Egg of the Year   CHESHUNT, England, 2017-Feb-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Chocolate lovers should look no further for their Easter treat after Tesco’s finest* Belgian Milk Chocolate Hidden Egg has beaten the best of the high street, including luxury artisan rivals, to be…

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100% plastic-free: Sainsbury’s will replace plastic stems and adhesive from cotton buds

100% plastic-free: Sainsbury’s will replace plastic stems and adhesive from cotton buds   London, 2017-Feb-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sainsbury’s has become the first retailer to publicly commit to the removal of 100% of plastics in its cotton buds. The move means the adhesive, which holds the cotton bud to the stem, will be replaced by…

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Givenchy celebrates designer Hubert de Givenchy and his friendship with Audrey Hepburn thru an exhibition in The Hague, Netherlands

Givenchy celebrates designer Hubert de Givenchy and his friendship with Audrey Hepburn thru an exhibition in The Hague, Netherlands   Paris, 2017-Feb-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — When he retired in 1995, Hubert de Givenchy left the House an incredibly rich heritage. His impeccably preserved creations are currently featured in an exhibition entitled “Hubert de Givenchy: To Audrey…

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Lowe’s Companies, Inc. to host 4Q 2016 earnings conference call on Wednesday, March 1, 2017

MOORESVILLE, N.C., 2017-Feb-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — In conjunction with the Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) fourth quarter 2016 earnings press release, you are invited to listen to its conference call to be broadcast live over the internet on Wednesday, March 1, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time with: Robert A. Niblock, chairman, president…

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NRF and RILA urges supreme court not to revive controversial 2012 settlement of credit card swipe fees

WASHINGTON, 2017-Feb-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Retail Federation and the Retail Industry Leaders Association today (February 21, 2017) asked the U.S. Supreme Court to let stand an appeals court ruling that struck down a controversial 2012 settlement of a class action lawsuit over Visa and MasterCard’s credit card swipe fees. “This alleged ‘settlement’ was…

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RILA and NRF oppose the attempt of banks and credit card companies to convince SCOTUS to reinstate unfair settlement terms of MDL1720

Arlington , VA, 2017-Feb-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (2/22/2017), the Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) and National Retail Federation (NRF) filed a joint brief opposing the attempt of large banks and credit card companies to convince the U.S. Supreme Court to reinstate the unfair settlement terms of MDL1720 – the lawsuit challenging the…

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Wegmans Food Markets president Colleen Wegman to deliver keynote address at St. John Fisher College’s 63rd Commencement ceremony

Wegmans Food Markets president Colleen Wegman to deliver keynote address at St. John Fisher College's 63rd Commencement ceremony   PITTSFORD, NY, 2017-Feb-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — More than 1,000 students will graduate from St. John Fisher College during its 63rd Commencement, which begins at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 13, 2017, at the Blue Cross Arena…

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Bee International recalls Plastic Heart Tubes with Chocolate Lentils that may contain undeclared milk protein

Bee International recalls Plastic Heart Tubes with Chocolate Lentils that may contain undeclared milk protein   Chula Vista, CA, 2017-Feb-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Bee International, Inc. of Chula Vista, CA is recalling its 1.7oz. Plastic Heart Tubes with Chocolate Lentils because they may contain undeclared milk protein. People who have allergies to milk may run the…

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Dollar General to build its 16th distribution center located in Amsterdam, New York

Project expected to create 430 jobs in Montgomery County when fully operational; Facility to serve as 16th distribution center for major discount retailer GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn., 2017-Feb-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dollar General (NYSE: DG) today (February 22, 2017) announced plans to build the company’s 16th distribution center in Amsterdam, New York, located in Montgomery County.…

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REWE Group schafft Übergangslösung für Legehennenhalter wegen Vogelgrippe

REWE Group schafft Übergangslösung für Legehennenhalter wegen Vogelgrippe   Finanzielle Unterstützung für Freilandbetriebe aufgrund gesetzlicher Stallpflicht Koln, Deutschland, 2017-Feb-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Die REWE Group setzt ein klares Zeichen und zeigt sich solidarisch mit den Geflügelhaltern in Deutschland. Das Unternehmen zahlt den Freilandbetrieben für Eier, die aufgrund der Vogelgrippe derzeit als Bodenhaltungseier deklariert werden müssen, den…

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DICK’S Sporting Goods to open five new stores in IA, NY and GA during the second week of March

The retailer will celebrate the opening of three DICK’S Sporting Goods, one Field & Stream and one Golf Galaxy during events that will run March 10 through March 12 PITTSBURGH, 2017-Feb-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), the largest U.S.-based, full-line omni-channel sporting goods retailer, will be opening five new stores during the…

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The California Grocers Association supports Assembly Bill 1326 that will provide grocers and retailers with relief from theft

Sacramento, CA, 2017-Feb-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — The California Grocers Association announced their co-sponsorship and full-fledged support for Assembly Bill 1326, by Assemblymember Jim Cooper (D-Elk Grove). The measure, co-authored by Assemblymembers Sabrina Cervantes (D-Corona) and Raul Bocanegra (D-Pacoima), will aggregate the dollar value of certain property crimes, such as shoplifting and check fraud,…

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GameStop announces limited supply of Nintendo Switch systems available for walk-in customers on March 3

GRAPEVINE, Texas, 2017-Feb-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — This just in: GameStop, a family of specialty retail brands that makes the most popular technologies affordable and simple, announced stores will have a limited supply of Nintendo Switch systems available for walk-in customers on the March 3 launch day. Customers who were not able to pre-order…

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eBay and Snupps partner to let Snupps users sell their belongings to eBay’s global community

eBay and Snupps partner to let Snupps users sell their belongings to eBay's global community   New feature announced just in time for Spring Cleaning, allowing engaged Snupps enthusiasts to list their stuff for sale on eBay. San Jose, California, 2017-Feb-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — According to a recent survey from eBay, three in five Americans said their…

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FMI and NAMI release their annual consumer trends analysis of the food retail meat department

FMI and NAMI release their annual consumer trends analysis of the food retail meat department   DALLAS, 2017-Feb-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — After years of increasing prices in a volume-challenged marketplace, deflation is profoundly changing the meat purchase yet again. The Food Marketing Institute (FMI) and the North American Meat Institute (NAMI) today (February 21, 2017)…

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ascena retail group, inc. to release its Fiscal 2017 2Q financial results on Monday, March 6, 2017

MAHWAH, N.J., 2017-Feb-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — ascena retail group, inc. (NASDAQ - ASNA) today (Feb. 21, 2017) announces the release of its Fiscal 2017 second quarter financial results will take place on Monday, March 6, 2017. Results will be released over Business Wire at approximately 4:00 PM Eastern Time. The company will also…

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Alibaba Group and Bailian Group announce partnership to explore retail opportunities across each other’s ecosystems

Jointly explore development opportunities across each other's ecosystem Shanghai, 2017-Feb-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA) and China's leading retailer Bailian Group announced today (February 20, 2017) the formation of a strategic partnership to explore new forms of retail opportunities across each other's ecosystems. The companies will leverage the power of…

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Diebold Nixdorf to hold its Investor Day meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 28, in New York

Company executives to discuss strategy, multi-year business integration roadmap, and financial targets NORTH CANTON, Ohio, 2017-Feb-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — Diebold Nixdorf, Incorporated (NYSE: DBD) will hold its Investor Day meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 28, in New York with a live audio webcast available at http://investors.dieboldnixdorf.com/ beginning at 9:00 a.m. ET.  Members of the executive leadership…

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