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Philippines: SM Foundation donates school building to the San Francisco Elementary School in Tarlac

PASAY CITY, PHILIPPINES, 2016-May-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — SM Foundation turned over its 74th school building donation to the San Francisco Elementary School in Tarlac on May 6 in partnership with SM Prime. The two-storey, four-classroom school building came fully furnished with 200 armchairs, 16 wall fans, eight blackboards, four teacher’s table and chair…

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MinuteClinic opens new locations inside Target stores in Northern Virginia

WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2016-May-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — MinuteClinic, the retail medical clinic of CVS Health, has opened new locations inside Target stores in Northern Virginia. The clinics located in seven stores in Chantilly, Fairfax, Falls Church,Gainesville, Leesburg, Manassas and Sterling have been rebranded and converted to MinuteClinic. There are now 31 MinuteClinic locations in Northern…

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SM Investments Corporation records 12% growth in recurring net income in the first quarter of 2016

Pasay City, Philippines, 2016-May-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — SM Investments Corporation (SM) posted a 12% growth in recurring net income in the first quarter of 2016. Consolidated net income (including non-recurring items) stood at PHP 7.0 billion for the January to March period, up 3.6% from PHP 6.7 billion in the same period last year. Consolidated revenues grew…

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CVS Health launches expanded health care offerings to support people with Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and other liver diseases in Hawaii

WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2016-May-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — CVS Health (NYSE:CVS) has launched expanded health care offerings to support the health and well-being of people with Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and other liver diseases in Hawaii. The effort is part of a statewide initiative to raise awareness about the prevalence of Hepatitis A, B and…

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H&M opens online shop for Greece

Stockholm,Sweden, 2016-Apr-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — H&M’s Shop Online will offer the same collections online as in-store giving customers access to a wide range of clothing and accessories including ladies, men's, teens and a full children’s line. There will also be exclusive "online-only" items available all year-round. The Shop Online launch will also include H&M Home.…

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Barnes & Noble announces Tabletop Gaming Meet Up at all stores nationwide on Saturday, April 30

New York, NY , 2016-Apr-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — Barnes & Noble, Inc. (NYSE: BKS), the nation’s largest retail bookseller and a leading retailer of content, digital media and educational products, today announced that it will be hosting a Tabletop Gaming Meet Up at all stores nationwide on Saturday, April 30, starting at 4…

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Toys”R”Us launches web series that look at Save the Children’s early childhood development programs

WAYNE, NJ, 2016-Apr-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — To spotlight the impact that even 10 minutes of play per day can have on a child in need, as well as our recent #PlayWithPurpose fundraising and awareness campaign, we launched a web series that takes an intimate look at Save the Children’s early childhood development programs and…

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The Saudi Automobile & Touring Association launcheS awareness campaign to raise awareness on child safety

Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 2016-Apr-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Saudi Automobile & Touring Association (SATA) has launched awareness campaign in order to raise awareness on child safety. The campaign has been promoted through social media sites, posters at SASCO stations and newspapers to bring a number of messages under the title, you have…

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KMF Precision Sheet Metal Manufacturing apprentices partner with The Co-op to raise money for the Donna Louise Children’s Hospice

MANCHESTER, England, 2016-Apr-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Three apprentices from KMF Precision Sheet Metal Manufacturing have teamed up with The Co-op to “engineer” a “grand” way to raise money for the Donna Louise Children’s Hospice. The final year apprentices of the Newcastle-based manufacturer - Joe Ward, 19, Andy Frost, 20, and Josh Wheatley, 21 – were…

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Philippines: SM Foundation donates brand new daycare and health center to the residents of Pasong Kawayan II in General Trias, Cavite

Pasay City, Philippines, 2016-Mar-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — SM Foundation, in partnership Summerhills Home Development Corporation (SHDC), recently turned over a brand new daycare and health center to the residents of Pasong Kawayan II in General Trias, Cavite. The center will mainly cater to the two nearby subdivisions of Heneral Uno and Heneral Dos. The one-storey…

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The Children’s Place announces the appointment of John E. Bachman to its Board of Directors

Former Operations Leader of PricewaterhouseCoopers’ U.S. Assurance Practice, PwC Strategy Leader and Audit Partner Will Further Enhance the Board SECAUCUS, N.J., 2016-Mar-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Children’s Place, Inc.(Nasdaq:PLCE), the largest pure-play children’s specialty apparel retailer in North America, today announced it has appointed John E. (“Jeb”) Bachman to the Company’s Board of Directors, effective immediately. …

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Seven new national nonprofit organizations receive grants from Best Buy

Minneapolis, MN, 2016-Mar-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Best Buy is bolstering its efforts this year to reduce the nation’s technology gap by giving grants to national nonprofit partners and participating in the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) ConnectHome initiative. “For 50 years, Best Buy has been a catalyst in the rise of technology…

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Four IKEA co-workers awarded trip to visit and experience the Save the Children’s Early Steps to School Success literacy program

IKEA U.S. Awarded Four Co-workers an IWitness Ambassador Trip to Arnoldsburg, West Virginia Four IKEA co-workers were awarded an ambassador trip to witness the IKEA U.S. funded ‘Save the Children’ literacy program ‘Early Steps to School Success’ Conshohocken, PA, 2016-Mar-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — IKEA U.S. announced today that four IKEA co-workers; Spencer Saldumbide, IKEA…

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Miracle Balloon campaign: Rite Aid kicks off its annual fundraising program for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals

Customers Can Support Their Local Children's Miracle Network Hospital with Purchase of $1 Paper Miracle Balloons Rite Aid Raised $6.3 Million in 2015, Bringing Grand Fundraising Total Since 1994 to More Than $75 Million Camp Hill, Pa., 2016-Mar-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Rite Aid's 22nd annual Miracle Balloon campaign for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, a leading…

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Harris Teeter donates $478,022.78 to schools through its fundraising program Together in Education

Schools have received over $744K since August 1, 2015 Matthews, N.C., 2016-Mar-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today, Harris Teeter announced it is donating $478,022.78 to schools this month through Together in Education (TIE), Harris Teeter’s fundraising program for schools in its communities. This is the second of three payouts the Company will make to schools during…

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Philippines: The Henry Sy Foundation renovates school auditorium of Sacred Heart School- Hijas de Jesus (SHS-HDJ) in Cebu

Cebu, Philippines, 2016-Mar-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Henry Sy Foundation has turned over a newly refurbished 810-square meter school auditorium to the Sacred Heart School- Hijas de Jesus (SHS-HDJ) in Cebu. The SHS-HDJ was established in 1956. Among its sister schools are Manresa School in B.F Homes, Parañaque City and Nazareth School of National University…

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The Children’s Place to release its fourth quarter and fiscal 2015 financial results on Tuesday, March 15, 2016

SECAUCUS, N.J., 2016-Mar-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Children’s Place, Inc.(Nasdaq:PLCE) today announced that in conjunction with the release of its fourth quarter and fiscal 2015 financial results, you are invited to listen to the Company’s conference call on Tuesday, March 15, 2016, beginning at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time. To access the webcast, visit http://investor.childrensplace.com. An…

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Limited edition Easter-themed LEGO toy as healthy alternative to chocolate eggs on sale at Tesco

CHESHUNT, England, 2016-Mar-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — A limited edition Easter-themed LEGO toy created as a healthy alternative present to chocolate eggs is to go on sale at Tesco – but only for a few weeks. The one off ‘Easter Painting’ toy has been made exclusively for the supermarket and is likely to become an instant…

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Toys“R”Us announces the appointment of Amy von Walter as EVP, Global Communications and Public Relations

WAYNE, NJ, 2016-Mar-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Toys“R”Us, Inc., the world’s leading dedicated toy and baby products retailer, today announced that Amy von Walter will join the company as Executive Vice President, Global Communications and Public Relations, effective March 14. She will report directly to Chairman and CEO Dave Brandon. Ms. von Walter comes to Toys“R”Us…

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Macy’s teams up with Nickelodeon and NBA All-Star Carmelo Anthony to launch new line of boys’ apparel TMNT x Melo

The bold capsule collection of apparel and accessories features iconography of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles as well as basketball motifs NEW YORK, 2016-Mar-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — Macy’s has teamed up with Nickelodeon and NBA All-Star Carmelo Anthony to introduce, TMNT x Melo a high-octane line of boys’ apparel and accessories inspired by the beloved Teenage…

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Toys“R”Us, Inc. announces the retirement of Monika Merz, president of Toys“R”Us, Asia Pacific, effective May 31, 2016

WAYNE, NJ and TOYKO, JAPAN, 2016-Mar-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Toys“R”Us, Inc. today announced the retirement of Monika Merz, president of Toys“R”Us, Asia Pacific, effective May 31, 2016. Her successor will be named at a future date. As President, Toys“R”Us, Asia Pacific, Monika Merz oversees all operations and business activities for the company’s more than 300…

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Best Buy held company-sponsored career workshop to help students from Best Buy Teen Tech Center at Little Black Pearl in Chicago

CHICAGO, 2016-Feb-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — When it comes to applying for a first job — or any job for that matter — many people stress over writing their resume and preparing for the interview process. Best Buy recently helped 25 students from the Best Buy Teen Tech Center at Little Black Pearl in Chicago learn…

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Office Depot, Inc. announces the launch of new initiative “Committed to Learning”

Integrates Its Education-Focused Contract Division with Best-In-Class Instructional Partners BOCA RATON, Fla., 2016-Feb-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — Office Depot, Inc. (NASDAQ: ODP), a leading global provider of office products, services, and solutions, through its Office Depot and OfficeMax brands, today announced the launch of a new initiative called “Committed to Learning.” The initiative is founded on the…

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Toys“R”Us® launches its brand-new ‘Play With Purpose’ fundraising and awareness campaign in partnership with Save the Children

15.5 Million U.S. Children Live in Poverty; Many Lack Playtime in Their Daily Lives; 10 Minutes of Play Improves Children’s Performance; Play Enhances the Progress of Early Development by 34% Wayne, NJ, 2016-Feb-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Toys“R”Us® today announced the launch of its brand-new ‘Play With Purpose’fundraising and awareness campaign in partnership with Save the…

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Best Buy in search for organizations who want to give youth opportunities to develop tech skills

Richfield, MN, 2016-Feb-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Best Buy is looking for nonprofits and other organizations who want to partner in giving youth the opportunities to develop tech skills that will inspire future education and career choices. Groups are invited to submit an application to host a Geek Squad Academy camp this summer. Now in its 10th…

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Amazon orders four seasons of Original Kids Series Thunderbirds Are Go to debut on Prime Video in the US

Amazon orders four seasons of the new series, which is a reinvention of the 50-year-old classic Thunderbirds series; Rosamund Pike to star as Lady Penelope SEATTLE, 2016-Feb-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — (NASDAQ:AMZN)—Amazon today announced it has ordered four 13-episode seasons of new Amazon Original Kids Series Thunderbirds Are Go to debut on Prime Video in the…

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KidCents charities to receive over $1.5 Million from Rite Aid Foundation’s Big Hearts Give Challenge

182 KidCents Charities to be Honored by Rite Aid Associates     Camp Hill, Pa., 2016-Feb-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — In the spirit of the season, throughout the month of February, Rite Aid associates across the country will recognize their local KidCents charities for participating in The Rite Aid Foundation's Big Heart Gives Challenge. The special challenge was…

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Barnes & Noble, Inc. partners with Put Me In The Story® to introduce the personalized books platform in select stores

Give Your Child a Starring Role in Bestselling Children’s Books New York, New York, 2016-Feb-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — Barnes & Noble, Inc. (NYSE: BKS), the nation’s largest retail bookseller and a leading retailer of content, digital media and educational products, is exclusively partnering with Put Me In The Story® to introduce the leading personalized…

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Amazon signs production deal with Mattel to produce four American Girl live-action specials to premiere on Prime Video

Four live-action specials from one of the world’s top brands for girls will join Amazon’s award-winning original kids programming slate SEATTLE, 2016-Feb-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — (NASDAQ:AMZN)—Amazon today announced it has signed a multi-year, multimillion dollar production deal with American Girl, a premium brand for girls and subsidiary of Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAT), to produce four live-action…

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Best Buy supports National TV Safety Day with tips to avoid TV tip-over accidents

Richfield, MN, 2016-Feb-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — More than 100 million people will turn on their televisions Sunday to watch the big football game. As you’re gearing up to join them, we want to help keep your home safe from a potential danger: TV tip-overs. A child visits an emergency room every 45 minutes because of an injury…

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