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Monthly Archives: November 2017

Wegmans Food Market’s Medford store at Mystic Valley Parkway opens on Sunday, Nov. 5

MEDFORD, MA, 2017-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sunday can’t come soon enough for Wegmans’ Medford Store Manager Kevin Russell, the store’s 450 employees, and the eager residents who have called, emailed, and sent in social media comments since plans to bring Wegmans to Medford were announced in 2015. “Wegmans coming to Medford, Ma?!,” wrote one resident…

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Dollar General offers 11 percent discount to military community and their families on Saturday, November 11, 2017

Dollar General offers 11 percent discount to military community and their families on Saturday, November 11, 2017   Major discount retailer to provide 11 percent discount on November 11, 2017 GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn., 2017-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — To recognize and thank the military community for their service and sacrifice, Dollar General (NYSE: DG) is offering an 11…

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Dollar General Corporation to release Q3 2017 financial results on Thursday, December 7, 2017

GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn., 2017-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dollar General Corporation (NYSE: DG) plans to report its financial results for its fiscal 2017 third quarter ended November 3, 2017, on Thursday, December 7, 2017. In connection with the announcement, Todd Vasos, chief executive officer, and John Garratt, chief financial officer, will host a conference call…

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Big Lots Give Big for Kids fall fundraising campaign raised $3.1 million dollars for Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Columbus, Ohio, 2017-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Big Lots announced today  (November 1, 2017) the completion of the company’s fourth Give Big for Kids point-of-sale fundraising campaign benefiting Nationwide Children’s Hospital. The four-and-a-half-week campaign collected donation in all 1,426 Big Lots stores, raising an impressive $3.1 million dollars. “Raising more than 3 million dollars during our…

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PetSmart shares reasons people may want to consider adopting a senior pet during National Adoption Weekend

Pets of all ages, types, sizes and personalities will be up for adoption during PetSmart Charities' National Adoption Weekend, Nov. 10 – 12 in nearly every PetSmart store across North America. PHOENIX, 2017-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — There is no question that puppies and kittens are super cute, but if you have ever…

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PetSmart Buy a Bag, Give a Meal program reaches 50 million meals of pet food

So Far This Year, PetSmart Achieves More Than 80 Percent of its Goal to Donate 60 Million Meals Thanks Shoppers for Participating and Buying Pet Food Bags PHOENIX, 2017-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — PetSmart announced today ( Nov. 1, 2017) that so far this year it has generated 50 million meals of pet food…

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Barnes & Noble unveils its exclusive assortment of books, toys & games, gifts for the holiday season

Barnes & Noble Stores Nationwide Gearing up for the Holiday Season with Exclusive Assortment of Books, Toys & Games, Gifts and More The Company Makes Gifting Effortless with Its Holiday Gift Guide and Unique Online Tools Including SmartGift and Book Graph™ Barnes & Noble Once Again Encourages Customers to Join in the Holiday…

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Barnes & Noble announces lineup of star-studded events for November

Fans Can Visit Barnes & Noble and Meet the Celebrities They Love Including Bestselling Authors, Well-Known Actors and Actresses, Famous Politicians, Popular Chefs and More New York, New York, 2017-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Barnes & Noble, Inc. (NYSE: BKS), the world’s largest retail bookseller, today (October 31, 2017) announced November’s lineup of star-studded events, featuring bestselling…

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Baskin-Robbins’ November Flavor of the Month is Tiramisu!

Baskin-Robbins’ November Flavor of the Month is Tiramisu!   CANTON, Mass., 2017-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — The secret’s out! Baskin-Robbins’ November Flavor of the Month is Tiramisu. So naturally, Kelly German, Research & Development Senior Technologist for Baskin-Robbins, has created a Tiramisu recipe using the Tiramisu Flavor of the Month, and it is drool worthy. Our indulgent November…

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Baskin-Robbins brings back its popular Ice Cream Turkey Cake to kick off the holiday season

Baskin-Robbins brings back its popular Ice Cream Turkey Cake to kick off the holiday season   Baskin-Robbins celebrates the spirit of the holiday season with festive lineup of ice cream treats CANTON, Mass., 2017-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Baskin-Robbins, the world’s largest chain of specialty ice cream shops, is excited to kick off the holiday season with…

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RBR research: NCR remains the leading POS software provider for the retail and hospitality industries

New RBR “Global POS Software 2017” report identifies NCR as leading point-of-sale software provider in the retail and hospitality industries for the second consecutive year Duluth, Ga., 2017-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR), a global leader in omni-channel solutions, remains the leading point-of-sale (POS) software provider for the retail and hospitality industries according to…

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HotSchedules’ workforce management platforms to be integrated to the NCR Aloha restaurant POS solution

Integration of HotSchedules’ labor management and inventory solution with the NCR Aloha POS Solution helps guide better management decisions for smoother operations AUSTIN, Texas, and DULUTH, Ga., 2017-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — HotSchedules®, the leading provider of workforce and back office solutions for the restaurant and retail industries, and NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR), a global leader in omni-channel…

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USDA FSIS issues public health alert for Ghiringhelli Specialty Foods’ salads with chicken meat products that may be contaminated with Listeria

WASHINGTON, 2017-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert due to concerns that salads with chicken meat products produced by Ghiringhelli Specialty Foods, a Vallejo, Calif. establishment, may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. A recall was not requested because it is…

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SPAR UK launches Zapper all-in-one mobile payment, loyalty and voucher app instore

United Kingdom, 2017-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — SPAR UK now offers shoppers the option to use the Zapper all-in-one mobile payment, loyalty and voucher app instore. A selection of Appleby Westward’s Gillett’s SPAR stores around Plymouth and Exeter were the first to launch with Zapper’s smart loyalty app while further development expansion across the SPAR…

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Lowe’s Canada to fill up more than 130 permanent positions for its new store in Winnipeg, Manitoba

Job Fair slated for November 9th and 10th in anticipation of new Lowe’s store opening in early 2018 Boucherville, QC, 2017-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — As part of its ongoing growth in Canada, Lowe’s Canada has announced hiring plans for its new Lowe’s store in Winnipeg, Manitoba, slated to open in early 2018. Located at…

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Smart & Final Stores to report Q3 2017 financial results on Wednesday, November 15, 2017

COMMERCE, Calif., 2017-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Smart & Final Stores, Inc. (NYSE: SFS), the value-oriented food and everyday staples retailer, today (Nov. 1, 2017) announced that it will report its financial results for the third quarter ended October 8, 2017, on Wednesday, November 15, 2017, after the close of market. David Hirz, President and Chief Executive…

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Central Valley Farm Land Trust continues its Kids to Farm program in partnership with Raley’s

Fair Oaks, CA, 2017-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Central Valley Farm Land Trust (CVFT) is excited to announce the continuation of our pilot program, Kids to Farm.  Although we are surrounded by farmland, most students have no understanding of how their food grows.  In partnership with Raley’s, and with assistance from California Ag in…

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CVS Health Foundation supports the expansion of smoking cessation programs of eight cancer centers with $1 million in grants

WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2017-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — The CVS Health Foundation today (November 1, 2017) announced it has awarded $1 million dollars in grants to eight Association of American Cancer Institutes (AACI) member cancer centers to build new smoking cessation programs or expand existing ones across the country, enabling each cancer institute to reach more at-risk…

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BJ’s Restaurants to treat Members of the Armed Forces with cold brew and free meal on Veterans Day

Members of the Armed Forces are invited to enjoy a complimentary entree on Nov. 10-11, plus a handcrafted BJ’s beer or soda generously contributed by a member of the community HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., 2017-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — This Veterans Day, BJ’s Restaurants Inc. (NASDAQ:BJRI) invites all former and active duty military to stop in for a cold…

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Amazon announces plans for a new fulfillment center in Macon, Georgia

New facility brings Georgia presence to four fulfillment centers SEATTLE, 2017-Nov-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Amazon.com (NASDAQ: AMZN) today (Oct. 31, 2017) announced plans for a new fulfillment center in Macon, Georgia. When opened, Amazon will create more than 500 new full-time jobs at the facility. The company currently has more than 2,000 full-time employees at three fulfillment centers located in Braselton, Lithia Springs and Union…

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Amazon to occupy more than 280,000 square feet at Hollywood’s The Culver Studios

New Culver City office space brings Amazon Studios more than 280,000 square feet SEATTLE, 2017-Nov-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Amazon today (Oct. 30, 2017) announced plans to move into The Culver Studios, one of Hollywood’s most iconic television and movie studios located in Culver City, California. Amazon Studios, IMDb, Amazon Video and World Wide Advertising will occupy more than 280,000 RSF,…

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Sachin & Babi Ahluwalia creates a dazzling holiday collection for Macy’s

Sachin & Babi Ahluwalia creates a dazzling holiday collection for Macy’s   The glamorous line created for Macy’s by husband and wife design team Sachin & Babi Ahluwalia features resplendent textiles and superb craftsmanship, and is available in 149 Macy’s stores and macys.com in November NEW YORK, 2017-Nov-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sachin & Babi Ahluwalia, known for producing stunning pieces…

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Experience an integrated Samsung product ecosystem at Macy’s Herald Square

Just in time for the holiday season, customers at Macy’s flagship store in New York will be able to experience an integrated Samsung product ecosystem, featuring innovative technologies in mobile, virtual reality, QLED television, home audio, and more NEW YORK, 2017-Nov-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Macy’s (NYSE:M) and Samsung today (Oct. 31, 2017) announced the launch of a unique Samsung experience at the…

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Walgreens Boots Alliance commences partnership with Fareva for the manufacture and supply of own beauty brands and private label products

DEERFIELD, Ill., 2017-Nov-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA) today (October 31, 2017) announced that it has commenced its previously announced partnership with Fareva for the manufacture and supply of own beauty brands and private label products. Under the terms of the agreement, Fareva has acquired BCM, Walgreens Boots Alliance’s contract manufacturing business,…

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Wakefern Food Corp. recorded retail sales of $16.3 billion for the 52-week fiscal year ending September 30, 2017

Keasbey, NJ, 2017-Nov-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wakefern Food Corp. Chairman and CEO Joseph S. Colalillo, President and COO Joe Sheridan and Executive Vice President Chris Lane addressed Wakefern shareholders, store management and staff at the company’s annual shareholder meeting October 26 in East Brunswick, NJ. The company reported record retail sales of $16.3 billion…

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Asda named UK Supermarket Retailer of the year at People’s Choice Wine Awards

Leeds, UK, 2017-Nov-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Asda has been named UK Supermarket Retailer of the year at the inaugural People’s Choice Wine Awards, pipping Waitrose to the post. Known for producing high quality, affordable wines, Asda was also named winner in four categories: Bargain Buys, Food Friendly Wines, Out of the Ordinary and…

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Asda announces the appointment of Roger Burnley as President and CEO

Asda announces the appointment of Roger Burnley as President and CEO   Leeds, UK, 2017-Nov-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (30th October 2017) CEO of Walmart International, Dave Cheesewright announced that Roger Burnley is to take on the role of Asda’s President and CEO from 1st January 2018. Roger returned to Asda as Chief Operating Officer and Deputy CEO…

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CarMax EVP and COO Cliff Wood to retire; Ed Hill to succeed

Company Highlights Succession Plan and Executive Promotions RICHMOND, Va., 2017-Nov-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX) today (October 30, 2017) announced that Cliff Wood plans to retire as executive vice president and chief operating officer by the end of the summer of 2018 and will be succeeded by Ed Hill, currently CarMax’s executive vice president, strategy and business…

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