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Amazon to open new fulfillment center in the Charter Township of Shelby, Michigan in 2018

New 1-million-square-foot site will be the third Amazon fulfillment center in Michigan SEATTLE, 2017-Sep-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) today (Sep. 14, 2017) announced plans to open a new fulfillment center in the Charter Township of Shelby, Mich. When the site opens in 2018, Amazon will create 1,000 new full-time jobs with benefits. “Michigan has been a great place to do…

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Zenith reveals the world’s most accurate mechanical watch — Defy Lab

Zenith reveals the world’s most accurate mechanical watch — Defy Lab   Paris, 2017-Sep-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Zenith has revealed Defy Lab, the world’s most accurate mechanical watch thanks to a groundbreaking oscillator. The triple certified watch marks a major advance in measuring time, embodying Zenith’s constant drive for innovation and high precision. Zenith unveiled the Defy Lab…

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Nordstrom opens its doors to its new CF Sherway Gardens store; its third location in Toronto

SEATTLE, 2017-Sep-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Leading fashion retailer Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN) opened the doors this morning to its new CF Sherway Gardens store, making it the third location in Toronto following openings at CF Toronto Eaton Centre and Yorkdale Shopping Centre last fall. The two-level, 140,000 square-foot store offers customers five shoe departments, a full-service bistro-style restaurant and bar, a…

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EROSKI eleva las compras de pescado con sello azul ‘MSC’ de pesca sostenible a más de 789 toneladas durante el primer semestre

EROSKI eleva las compras de pescado con sello azul 'MSC' de pesca sostenible a más de 789 toneladas durante el primer semestre   Las compras de bacalao Skrei han superado las 360 Tn, las de anchoa del Cantábrico las 313 Tn y las de bonito del norte las 115 Tn  La previsión de la cooperativa…

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Marks and Spencer: Jill McDonald new Managing Director, Clothing, Home & Beauty to start on 2nd October 2017

London, 2017-Sep-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Further to the announcement made on 3rd May 2017, and in accordance with paragraph 9.6.12 of the Listing Rules, Marks and Spencer Group plc today (13 Sep 2017) confirms that Jill McDonald will take up the new position of Managing Director, Clothing, Home & Beauty on 2nd October…

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SONIC’s Carhop Classic meal deal complete with SONIC Cheeseburger and Onion Rings for only $2.99

SONIC's Carhop Classic meal deal complete with SONIC Cheeseburger and Onion Rings for only $2.99   OKLAHOMA CITY, 2017-Sep-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — SONIC® Drive-In's (NASDAQ: SONC) new Carhop Classic meal deal delivers guests the classic tastes they love at an incredible value complete with a SONIC Cheeseburger and Onion Rings for only $2.99*. The Carhop Classic includes SONIC's Cheeseburger,…

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British Land: Meadowhall received resolution to grant planning consent for £300 million extension

British Land: Meadowhall received resolution to grant planning consent for £300 million extension   London, 2017-Sep-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Meadowhall, one of the UK’s most successful regional shopping destinations, has received a resolution to grant planning consent for a £300 million extension that will transform the centre’s leisure offering for its 24 million annual visitors.…

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CVS Pharmacy to acquire six of ProMedica’s outpatient pharmacy locations in Ohio

CVS Pharmacy and ProMedica will work together to ensure patients experience a seamless transition of care WOONSOCKET, R.I. & TOLEDO, Ohio, 2017-Sep-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — CVS Pharmacy and ProMedica announced today (September 13, 2017) that CVS Pharmacy will acquire six of ProMedica’s outpatient pharmacy locations in Ohio. CVS Pharmacy will take over operations of…

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ASDA predicts over two million British pumpkins to be sold this year

ASDA predicts over two million British pumpkins to be sold this yea A good summer has helped Asda pumpkin growers produce a bumper crop already being harvested, almost a month earlier than normal Sales of British pumpkins expected to be 61% higher than in 2015 LEEDS, UK, 2017-Sep-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Trick…

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BRC analysis spells out potential cost to shoppers of leaving the EU without a tariff-free trade deal

London, 2017-Sep-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — The outcomes of the Brexit negotiations are hugely important to the UK’s retail and food production industries. The UK is a net importer of food – 40 per cent of the food we eat comes from outside the UK, with around a third from the EU-27 alone. In…

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DDR declares third quarter 2017 common stock dividend of $0.19 per share

BEACHWOOD, Ohio, 2017-Sep-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — DDR Corp. (NYSE: DDR) declared its third quarter 2017 common stock dividend of $0.19 per share. The common stock dividend is payable on October 10, 2017 to shareholders of record at the close of business on September 26, 2017. ABOUT DDR Corp. DDR is an owner and manager of 298 value-oriented shopping…

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DDR refinances two revolving credit facilities, increasing borrowing capacity to $1.0 billion

BEACHWOOD, Ohio, 2017-Sep-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — DDR Corp. (NYSE: DDR) announced today (Sept. 13, 2017) that it has refinanced its two revolving credit facilities, increasing borrowing capacity to $1.0 billion and extending their maturities. The company also extended the maturity on $200 million of its $400 million unsecured term loan. "The refinancing of our lines of credit and term loan…

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CarMax to fill 50 positions for new store in Colma, CA slated to open in November

RICHMOND, Virginia, 2017-Sep-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation's largest retailer of used cars, announced today (September 14, 2017) it is hiring to fill 50 positions for a new CarMax store in Colma, CA slated to open in November. Job applicants hired for the Colma location will be the recipients…

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M-INDUSTRIE STEIGT INS ONLINE-GESCHÄFT IN CHINA EIN

M-INDUSTRIE STEIGT INS ONLINE-GESCHÄFT IN CHINA EIN   Zürich, Switzerland, 2017-Sep-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Die M-Industrie geht eine Kooperation mit der chinesischen Onlinehandels-Plattform NetEase Kaola ein. Unter dem Namen „Orange Garten“ vertreibt die M-Industrie auf Kaola ein ausgewähltes Sortiment an Migros-Produkten. Die M-Industrie ist mit NetEase Kaola eine Kooperation eingegangen. NetEase Kaolo ist die Nummer eins im…

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DAS ERSTE MFIT IN ST. GALLEN FEIERT ERÖFFNUNG

DAS ERSTE MFIT IN ST. GALLEN FEIERT ERÖFFNUNG   Gossau, Switzerland, 2017-Sep-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Das MFIT Trainingszentrum im Shoppingcenter Silberturm in St. Gallen feiert vom 15. bis 17. September 2017 mit Tagen der offenen Tür seine Eröffnung. Auf knapp 1000 Quadratmetern steht eine moderne Infrastruktur für Kraft- und Herz-Kreislauf-Training an Geräten, Gruppenkurse und Fitness-Checks zur…

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Mall of Switzerland: a destination for fashionistas of all ages

Mall of Switzerland: a destination for fashionistas of all ages An array of international fashion brands join the Mall with the fist Original Penguin store opening in Switzerland Zurich/Ebikon, 2017-Sep-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — With the opening of the Mall of Switzerland in Ebikon (Lucerne) on 8 November 2017, central Switzerland gets not only the second largest…

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Legendary Cher and rap icon Future come together for Gap ‘Meet Me in the Gap’ fall campaign

THE TWO COME TOGETHER TO SHOW WHAT HAPPENS WHEN WE TAKE A CHANCE TO CLOSE THE GAPS BETWEEN US NEW YORK, 2017-Sep-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Gap, the iconic American clothing brand, today (September 13, 2017) reveals the final installment of the ‘Meet Me in the Gap’ fall campaign, which launched in late July, starring…

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Dollar General becomes the Official Discount Retail Sponsor for the Big 12 Conference 2017-2018

GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn., 2017-Sep-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dollar General (NYSE: DG) is excited to partner with the Big 12 Conference and ESPN Events to serve as the Official Discount Retail Sponsor for the Big 12 Conference for the 2017-2018 academic year. Additionally, the major discount retailer will serve as the Conference’s Official Homegating and…

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Kennesaw Whole Foods Market to open on Friday, October 6

New store will feature Revelator coffee bar, barbecue venue and made-in-house specialties Atlanta, Ga., 2017-Sep-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Whole Foods Market will open a new store in Kennesaw on Friday, October 6 at 1300 Ernest Barrett Parkway. This store will be a relocation of Whole Foods Market’s Harry’s Farmers Market store in Marietta, which…

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Paradies Lagardère to bring Brothers BBQ, Snarf’s Sandwiches and Breckenridge Brewery to Denver International Airport

Local sandwich and barbecue restaurants, popular brewery, coming to the airport ATLANTA, 2017-Sep-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Paradies Lagardère, the travel retail and restaurateur leader in North America, was awarded a food and beverage package at Denver International Airport (DEN). Brothers BBQ, Snarf’s Sandwiches and Breckenridge Brewery will open in A Concourse. As part of the upcoming expansion of the…

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Meijer features huge variety of the newest Star Wars themed products

Meijer features huge variety of the newest Star Wars themed products   Retailer featuring variety of items and participating in Star Wars “Find the Force” augmented reality experience for Force Friday II at 235 stores across Midwest GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2017-Sep-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Meijer stores throughout the Midwest are preparing to bring customers closer to…

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Harris Teeter launches Emergency Support campaign for individuals and families affected by Hurricane Harvey

Company to Donate 100% of Proceeds to American Red Cross Matthews, NC, 2017-Sep-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Harris Teeter announced today (Aug. 31, 2017) it will launch an Emergency Support campaign to benefit individuals and families affected by Hurricane Harvey. Throughout the month of September, the company invites their generous shoppers and valued associates to place a…

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7‑Eleven launches test program called RENEW at 95 stores in Portland, Seattle and Madison, Wisconsin

IRVING, TEXAS, 2017-Sep-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — 7‑Eleven, Inc. is furthering its commitment to reduce its energy footprint by launching a test program called RENEWTM this month at 95 stores in Portland, Seattle and Madison, Wisconsin. RENEW is a reduced emissions program 7‑Eleven®is launching in collaboration with GreenPrint, a company promoting sustainability through the retail gasoline, fleet…

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PetSmart Charities to help pets and pet parents impacted by Hurricane Harvey

Phoenix, 2017-Sep-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — In response to Hurricane Harvey, PetSmart Charities is reaching out to help pets and pet parents in need. The organization has earmarked at least $1 million in emergency relief funding to help animal welfare agencies who are working on the front lines to rescue, relocate, feed and care…

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#PoundlandDumpsTrump: Limited-Edition Donald Trump £1 merchandise at Poundland

#PoundlandDumpsTrump: Limited-Edition Donald Trump £1 merchandise at Poundland   Poundland can’t dump Trump Thousands of Presidential products purchased for POTUS visit. Stores are asking for shoppers to ‘dump Trump’ in style. Willenhall, United Kingdom, 2017-Sep-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — With Donald Trump’s re-scheduled UK Tour not happening any time soon, Poundland are calling…

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Delaware North Sportservice opens two year-round dining destinations at the new Little Caesars Arena in Detroit

Delaware North Sportservice opens two year-round dining destinations at the new Little Caesars Arena in Detroit   Kid Rock brings his first restaurant concept to Detroit, Kid Rock’s Made in Detroit, featuring local beer and craft cocktails, artist memorabilia and live music with a specific focus on local talent Detroit-focused food market, The District Market, to offer…

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eBay shoppers get access to Online Repair Manuals for over 80 percent of vehicles on the road

eBay shoppers get access to Online Repair Manuals for over 80 percent of vehicles on the road   This new offering provides a one-stop-shop for buyers, who shop eBay first, whether they’re looking for the right part, right price, or expert guidance. San Jose, CA, 2017-Sep-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — At eBay, we’re continually focused on building…

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Co-op: overall sales of Scottish products across our stores up by 33% YoY

Sales of Scottish produce are up by a third in Co-op stores Bakery favourites leading the sales surge MANCHESTER, England, 2017-Sep-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Scotland’s love affair with home-grown fare is flourishing, as figures released by the Co-op today (30 August 2017) show that overall sales of Scottish products across its 350 stores are up an…

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SpartanNash declares quarterly cash dividend of $0.165 per common share

Byron Center, MI, 2017-Sep-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — SpartanNash Company (the "Company") (Nasdaq: SPTN) today (Aug 30th, 2017) announced that its Board of Directors has approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.165 per common share. The dividend will be paid on September 29, 2017 to shareholders of record as of September 15, 2017. As…

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Lowe’s Canada announces hiring plans for its Gloucester RONA big box location

Gloucester, ON, 2017-Sep-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — As part of its ongoing growth in Canada, Lowe’s Canada has announced hiring plans for its Gloucester RONA big box location set to convert to the Lowe’s banner. Located at 1880 Innes Road, the Gloucester RONA Home and Garden store will convert to the Lowe’s banner this…

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