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US Foods to acquire Italian specialty distributor Jeraci Foods

Rosemont, Ill., 2016-Oct-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — US Foods today (Sep 30, 2016) announced that it has agreed to acquire Jeraci Foods, an Italian specialty distributor based in Elmsford, New York. Family owned since 1972, Jeraci Foods offers a complete line of authentic Italian and other imported and domestic food products to customers throughout the…

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US Foods to host FY2016 3Q results conference call and webcast on November 8

Rosemont, Ill., 2016-Oct-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — US Foods Holding Corp. (NYSE: USFD) will host a live conference call and webcast to discuss Fiscal 2016 third quarter results on Tuesday, November 8 at 9:00 am CST. The conference call can be accessed live over the phone by dialing (855) 788-2805; the conference ID number is…

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Chipotle Mexican Grill spotlights their carefully selected ingredients on new advertising campaign

DENVER, 2016-Oct-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — A new advertising campaign by Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:CMG) spotlights their carefully selected ingredients and reinforces Chipotle’s commitment to sourcing, preparing and serving only the very best ingredients. “We prepare all of our food using a very short list of ingredients,” said Mark Crumpacker, chief creative and development officer at…

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Tractor Supply Company acquires leading specialty retailer of pet supplies and services Petsense, LLC

BRENTWOOD, TN, 2016-Oct-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tractor Supply Company (NASDAQ: TSCO), the largest rural lifestyle retail store chain in the United States, today (09/29/16 ) announced that it has acquired 100% of Petsense, LLC, a leading specialty retailer of pet supplies and services with 136 stores in 25 states. The transaction price was approximately…

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Co-op and Van Houtte Coffee Services launch Drink Pink coffee program during Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Saskatoon, SK, 2016-Oct-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — With International Coffee Day fast approaching, Co-op is letting customers know that every little sip of coffee helps make a big difference when you Drink Pink. It’s been six years — and a couple million cups of coffee — since Co-op and Van Houtte Coffee Services Inc. first partnered…

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Co-op and Farm & FFC SK to provide shoppers with opportunity to talk with Saskatchewan pulse farmers on Oct. 22

Saskatoon, SK, 2016-Oct-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — This fall, Farm & Food Care Saskatchewan (FFC SK) and Co-op are providing shoppers with an opportunity to talk with Saskatchewan farmers. On Saturday, Oct. 22, 10 Co-op Food Stores across the province will feature local pulse farmers, new Co-op lentil products and information and resources for shoppers to…

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Uterqüe unveiled its new store image inspired by the Mid-Century Modern movement of the 1950s

Uterqüe unveiled its new store image inspired by the Mid-Century Modern movement of the 1950s   Arteixo, Spain, 2016-Oct-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — Art and fashion join forces to inspire Uterqüe's new store concept. The Inditex Group chain specialised in premium fashion accessories and textile and leather garments has unveiled its new store image, inspired by…

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CarMax announces new store opening in Maple Shade, N.J.

RICHMOND, Virginia, 2016-Oct-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, is celebrating the grand opening of its new store in Maple Shade, located at 531 Route 38 West. The addition of the Maple Shade store marks the fourth CarMax location in the greater Philadelphia metropolitan area. The…

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X5 Retail Group announces cooperation agreement between Pyaterochka and VimpelCom

Moscow, 2016-Oct-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — X5 Retail Group N.V. ("X5" or "the Company"), a leading Russian food retailer (LSE ticker: “FIVE”), announces the signing of a cooperation agreement between Pyaterochka and VimpelCom. The first stage entails the opening of 950 Beeline branded outlets and points of sale in Pyaterochka stores this year. The project will…

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X5 Retail Group announces the offering of its RUB 15 billion bonds

Moscow, 2016-Oct-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — X5 Retail Group N.V. ("X5" or "the Company"), a leading Russian food retailer (LSE ticker: “FIVE”), announces the offering of its RUB 15 billion 001P-01 series ruble-denominated bonds, issued by LLC X5 Finance. The coupon rate on the bonds, which have a put option after 3 years, is set at…

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DreamShip hot air balloon took off on a year-long journey to raise awareness of Folds of Honor

Camp Hill, Pa., 2016-Oct-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — With Lady Liberty and One World Trade Center as a symbolic backdrop of the freedoms America's military proudly defend, today (Sept. 29, 2016), DreamShip, a fully operational hot air balloon will take its inaugural flight before embarking on a year-long journey to raise awareness of Folds of…

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JCPenney to offer refund for Royal Velvet® Egyptian cotton towels and damask stripe comforter set

JCPenney to offer refund for Royal Velvet® Egyptian cotton towels and damask stripe comforter set   PLANO, Texas, 2016-Oct-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — J. C. Penney Company, Inc. (NYSE: JCP) announced that beginning Oct. 5, it will offer a refund for customers who purchased the Royal Velvet® Egyptian cotton towels or the Royal Velvet Egyptian cotton damask…

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JCPenney store at Northridge Mall to relocate at the all-new anchor space on west side of the mall

PLANO, Texas, 2016-Oct-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — JCPenney is giving shoppers in Salinas, Calif., a new and exciting way to get their Penney’s worth of style, quality and value. The JCPenney store at Northridge Mall is relocating from its current position within the center of the mall to an all-new anchor space on the…

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BESTSELLER opens applications for its International Business Trainee (IBT) Programme

BESTSELLER opens applications for its International Business Trainee (IBT) Programme   BRANDE, Denmark, 2016-Oct-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — Now is your chance to become one of BESTSELLER’s next International Business Trainees! Once again, we open up for applications for the International Business Trainee (IBT) Programme – a challenging two-year programme which focuses on creating business specialists within specific…

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Co-op wins four major gongs at The Retail Industry Awards 2016

MANCHESTER, England, 2016-Oct-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Co-op pipped competitors at the annual retail ‘Oscars’ – The Retail Industry Awards – by walking away with four major gongs, compared to Aldi’s three, including the prestigious outstanding achievement award. In the hotly contested convenience retailer category, the Co-op, which has seen its market share rise…

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Expo Real 2016: REWE-Group investiert 1,6 Milliarden Euro in das europäische Ladennetz

Koln, Deutschland, 2016-Oct-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — Seit der Eröffnung des deutschlandweit ersten Green Buildings im Jahr 2009 ist die REWE Group Vorreiter im nachhaltigen Bauen. Diese Erfahrung bringt die genossenschaftliche Unternehmensgruppe ein, um sämtliche Gebäude Schritt für Schritt nach ökologischen, ökonomischen und soziokulturellen Kriterien der Nachhaltigkeit auf- und umzurüsten. Weit über 150 Green…

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REWE Group unterstützt Bundesverband der Tafeln mit 10.000 Euro

Koln, Deutschland, 2016-Oct-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — In den vergangenen Monaten ist die Anzahl der Menschen, die in Deutschland Schutz vor Hunger, Krieg, Folter und Vertreibung suchen, deutlich zurückgegangen. Die über 900 Tafeln unterstützen zurzeit etwa 280.000 Flüchtlinge. Durch den Anstieg der Nutzerzahlen sind zusätzliche Spenden sehr willkommen. Die REWE Group unterstützt die Tafeln…

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Giant Food launches its annual A+ School Rewards program for the 2016-2017 school year

Landover, Md., 2016-Oct-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — Giant Food today (September 27, 2016) announced the launch of their annual A+ School Rewards program for the 2016-2017 school year. The annual fundraiser helps customers earn funds for up to two local schools with every shopping trip. Since 1989, Giant has helped local schools by donating more…

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Zendaya supports fight against breast cancer and QVC’s 23rd annual charitable shoe sale

WEST CHESTER, Pa., 2016-Oct-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — Every woman knows how confident a chic pair of shoes can make her feel, but come October, shoes will also have the power to help conquer cancer. This fall, Zendaya is joining forces with QVC Presents “FFANY Shoes on Sale” by appearing in both print and television…

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PetSmart launches charitable grooming and PetsHotel® services this National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

PHOENIX, 2016-Oct-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — For the second year in a row, in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, PetSmart is offering its charitable grooming and PetsHotel® services to benefit Susan G. Komen®, including its unique Pet Expressions where dogs can don a Pink Ribbon stencil to honor the cause. Beginning Oct. 1,…

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Kum & Go announces E-15 fuel for $1.15 per gallon at Cedar Rapids and Iowa City-area locations on Friday, September 30

Iowa City, IA and Cedar Rapids, IA, 2016-Sep-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — Kum & Go will offer E-15 fuel for $1.15 per gallon at several Cedar Rapids and Iowa City-area Kum & Go locations from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, September 30. E-15, a fuel blended with 15 percent ethanol and 85…

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REI to relocate its headquarters to Spring District in Bellevue, Wash. in 2020

SEATTLE, 2016-Sep-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (09.29.2016), REI announced that it has finalized an agreement to relocate its headquarters to a section of the Spring District in Bellevue, Wash. Having announced intentions in March, the deal is now complete. The vision is to create a hub that is accessible, sustainable and connected to the local…

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REI brings sustainability and efficiency at its new distribution center

REI brings sustainability and efficiency at its new distribution center   SEATTLE, 2016-Sep-30 — /EPR Retail News/ —  REI, the specialty outdoor co-op, has designed its new distribution center to be Net Zero Energy and is pursuing LEED Platinum—the highest level in the U.S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC) rating system. Situated in the Arizona desert, the facility…

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Littlewoods Ireland wins gold at the second international annual Search Engine Land Awards in New York

Liverpool,UK, 2016-Sep-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — Littlewoods Ireland was awarded gold in the category of best integration of search into cross-channel marketing at the second international annual Search Engine Land Awards in New York. This is the first year an Irish company has won a Landy Award, with Littlewoods Ireland overcoming stiff competition from international companies, including Morgan Stanley’s Super…

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UNIQLO launches new HEATTECH items for its 2016 LifeWear range

UNIQLO launches new HEATTECH items for its 2016 LifeWear range   Tokyo,Japan, 2016-Sep-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — UNIQLO today (2016.09.28) announces new HEATTECH items for its 2016 LifeWear range that deliver significantly better heat retention and comfort. Responding to customer feedback, UNIQLO has increased the number of items featuring HEATTECH Extra Warm, which offers around 1.5 times…

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Hollister teams up with social media personality Brent Rivera for its 2016 anti-bullying campaign, All Equal

https://youtu.be/pn1ibp9ovZI   New Albany, OH, 2016-Sep-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — Hollister Co., a division of Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (NYSE: ANF) today (September 29, 2016 ) revealed its 2016 anti-bullying campaign, All Equal. Now in its fourth year, this campaign and educational program aim to raise anti-bullying awareness globally and provide resources for those in need. Since…

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Lenta expands its network in Siberia with the opening of its fifth hypermarket in Novokuznetsk

St. Petersburg, Russia, 2016-Sep-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lenta, (LSE, MOEX: LNTA) one of the largest retail chains in Russia, is pleased to announce the opening of its fifth hypermarket in Novokuznetsk. The new store is a Lenta compact format hypermarket located in 19 Khlebozavodskaya str, Novokuznetsk. The store has a total area of 8,526 sq.m,…

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Lenta expands its network in the Urals with the opening of its fourth hypermarket in Chelyabinsk

St. Petersburg, Russia, 2016-Sep-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lenta, (LSE, MOEX: LNTA) one of the largest retail chains in Russia, is pleased to announce the opening of its fourth hypermarket in Chelyabinsk. The new store is a Lenta compact format hypermarket located in 75 Bratya Kashirinykh str., Chelyabinsk. The store has a total area of 9,360…

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Kering announces the appointment of Claus-Dietrich Lahrs as CEO of Bottega Veneta

London, 2016-Sep-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — Kering announces the appointment of Claus-Dietrich Lahrs as CEO of Bottega Veneta, effective 4 October 2016. He will replace Carlo Alberto Beretta, who is appointed Kering chief client and marketing officer. Claus-Dietrich Lahrs will report directly to François-Henri Pinault and will be a member of the Group’s executive…

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