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Meijer adds back-to-school items to its home delivery service

Meijer adds back-to-school items to its home delivery service   Retailer adds classroom essentials to home delivery service and drops prices on 300 popular back-to-school items GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2017-Jul-31 — /EPR Retail News/ — Meijer is making it easier for parents to plan ahead for the coming school year. The Grand Rapids, Mich.-based retailer is adding key…

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NEW ZEALAND: New World Wine Awards: number of Pinot Noir entries this year surpassed that of Sauvignon Blanc

Auckland, New Zealand, 2017-Jul-31 — /EPR Retail News/ — For the first time since the New World Wine Awards competition began 15 years ago, the number of entries of Pinot Noir has surpassed that of Sauvignon Blanc. The number of entries in the Sauvignon Blanc class is consistent with previous years, but there has been…

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Wawa opens its first two stores in Broward County, Florida

Double Header Broward County Grand Opening Celebrations Include Charitable Hoagie Building Competitions, Partnership with Feeding South Florida, Broward County Boys & Girls Clubs, Special Giveaways, FREE Coffee and More! Broward County, FL, 2017-Jul-31 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wawa Inc., today (July 27, 2017) announced the grand opening of its first two stores in Broward County, Florida--Wawa’s…

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Lenta signs agreements with MCapital and OTZR for long-term leases of hypermarkets operated under the NASH brand

St. Petersburg, Russia, 2017-Jul-31 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lenta Ltd, (LSE, MOEX: LNTA / “Lenta” or the “Company”), one of the largest retail chains in Russia, is pleased to announce signing of agreements with MCapital and OTZR for long-term leases of hypermarkets in Moscow and Russian regions, currently operated under the NASH brand. Assets The agreements…

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Food Marketing Institute and the supermarket industry welcome approval of the Common Sense Nutrition Disclosure Act

ARLINGTON, VA, 2017-Jul-31 — /EPR Retail News/ — Food Marketing Institute and the supermarket industry appreciate Chairman Greg Walden’s (R-OR) leadership and the House Energy & Commerce Committee’s approval of the Common Sense Nutrition Disclosure Act (H.R. 772).  H.R. 772 is a bipartisan bill led by Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA), Congressman Tony Cardenas (D-CA),…

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SPAR India customers delighted with its latest gift card concept

SPAR India customers delighted with its latest gift card concept   India, 2017-Jul-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — The gifting industry in India is considered to be worth a massive $30 billion a year. Gifting customs have changed but solutions haven’t always kept pace. SPAR India recognise this and aim to grow their share of the $1…

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SPAR Austria highlight its CSR initiatives

SPAR Austria highlight its CSR initiatives   Austria, 2017-Jul-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Responsible retailing and community involvement are high on SPAR Austria’s agenda and deeply rooted in its corporate culture. SPAR Austria is actively engaging in CSR initiatives at national, regional and local levels. Here we highlight some recent examples which underline the diversity of…

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ShopRite launches in-store campaign “Go H2O” to help customers stay hydrated this summer

Supermarket Program Helps Shoppers Stay Healthy and Hydrated All Season Long KEASBEY, NJ, 2017-Jul-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — With summer heat advisories on the rise, consumers are continually searching for ways to keep cool and hydrated during the hot summer months.  With this in mind, ShopRite has announced the launch of “Go H2O,” an in-store…

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Brookshire Brothers joins Topco’s membership

Elk Grove Village, Ill., 2017-Jul-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Topco Associates, LLC announced today ( JULY 26, 2017) that the Lufkin, Texas-based Brookshire Brothers, Inc. has joined the membership. “Brookshire Brothers’ philosophy of innovation and commitment to serving customers’ needs makes it a great addition to Topco’s membership, especially as we drive new ways to advance…

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Tops Friendly Markets partners with Fulmer Valley Farms to offer delicious, fresh local greens, 365 days a year

Williamsville, N.Y., 2017-Jul-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tops Friendly Markets always takes great pride in offering its customers the very best produce New York State has to offer. TOPS supports over 200 local growers during the homegrown season and now, thanks to an exclusive partnership with Fulmer Valley Farms in NY’s southern tier, customers can…

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Schnuck and Simbe Robotics to test-pilot an aisle-roving robot named Tally

“Tally’s” pilot program adds to Schnucks’ commitment to provide an innovative and exceptional customer experience ST. LOUIS, 2017-Jul-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Schnucks is turning to a high-tech partner to help maintain an exceptional shopping experience: an aisle-roving robot named Tally. Schnuck Markets, Inc. and Simbe Robotics, Inc. will collaborate to test-pilot Tally at three…

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The Connecticut Food Bank received $195,460 donation from Price Rite and ShopRite

WALLINGFORD, CONN., 2017-Jul-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Connecticut Food Bank welcomed representatives from Price Rite and ShopRite stores to celebrate the food bank’s 20-year partnership with ShopRite and Price Rite -- a relationship that has helped provide 8.4 million meals to hungry Connecticut residents. The food bank honored the store owners and leadership teams with…

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Wegmans to sample the season’s freshest and best ingredients on Saturday July 29th, 2017

ROCHESTER, NY, 2017-Jul-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — WHAT: At this fun and interactive event, customers can stop by stations throughout the store to sample the season’s freshest and best ingredients - another way to live healthier, better lives through food! Learn about the local family farms that grow many of the products that Wegmans sells and try…

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Tesco extends its same day online grocery delivery service across the entire UK

Tesco extends its same day online grocery delivery service across the entire UK   CHESHUNT, England, 2017-Jul-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tesco has today (24 Jul 2017) announced it is extending its same day online grocery delivery service across the entire UK, making it the first retailer to offer nationwide same day grocery delivery. Tesco launched same…

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Carrefour signs three-year extension of the “FIRE AND BUILDING SAFETY” agreement in Bangladesh

Bangladesh, 2017-Jul-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — The three-year extension of the “FIRE AND BUILDING SAFETY” agreement to improve safety conditions in textile factories in Bangladesh follows the general lines of the first agreement signed in 2013, while reinforcing certain points. The previous agreement resolved over 100,000 safety problems identified by inspections in 1,800 garment…

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BAUSTART IN DER MIGROS SIRNACH

BAUSTART IN DER MIGROS SIRNACH   Gossau, Switzerland, 2017-Jul-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — Am 7. August 2017 starten in der Migros Sirnach die Umbauarbeiten. Die Filiale bleibt ab dem 5. August um 12 Uhr bis zum Ende der Bauzeit geschlossen. Die Wiedereröffnung wird von 21. bis 23. September mit attraktiven Angeboten für die Kundschaft gefeiert. Nachhaltiges Bauen…

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NGA promotes Laura Strange to Vice President of Industry Relations, Communications, and Marketing

Arlington, VA, 2017-Jul-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Grocers Association (NGA), the national trade association representing the independent supermarket industry, announced today (Jul 24, 2017) that Laura Strange has been promoted to Vice President of Industry Relations, Communications, and Marketing. Previously Strange served as Senior Director of Industry Relations, Communications, and Marketing. Strange joined NGA…

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NGA presented Joe Williams with the Spirit of America Award at the Texas Retailers Forum

Arlington, VA, 2017-Jul-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Grocers Association (NGA), the trade association representing the independent supermarket industry, proudly presented Joe Williams, former vice president for regulatory and member services of the Texas Retailers Association, with the NGA Spirit of America Award at the Texas Retailers Forum, held Sunday, July 23, 2017. The…

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Whole Foods Market to host four-day sale on WTRMLN WTR beverages from National Watermelon Day, August 3

Whole Foods Market to host four-day sale on WTRMLN WTR beverages from National Watermelon Day, August 3   AUSTIN, Texas, 2017-Jul-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — On National Watermelon Day, August 3, Whole Foods Market is kicking off a four-day sale on WTRMLN WTR beverages. From August 3 through 6, customers can pick up two bottles of…

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New Jersey Department of Agriculture Secretary Douglas H. Fisher visits ShopRite as part of his Jersey Fresh tour

New Jersey Department of Agriculture Secretary Douglas H. Fisher visits ShopRite as part of his Jersey Fresh tour   TRENTON, 2017-Jul-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — New Jersey Department of Agriculture Secretary Douglas H. Fisher on Friday completed Part One of his Jersey Fresh tour to highlight the many varieties of produce now available at the peak…

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Price Chopper/Market 32 May Round Up Your Change campaign raised $58,644.21 for the American Cancer Society

Schenectady, NY, 2017-Jul-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — During the month of May, Price Chopper/Market 32 led another successful Round Up Your Change campaign for the American Cancer Society (ACS) and raised $58,644.21. By rounding up total purchases to the next dollar at checkout, customers and teammates were able to increase donations from last year’s campaign…

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Tops Friendly Markets partners with Moyer Beef to offer fresh, delicious, and wholesome premium beef

WILLIAMSVILLE, N.Y., 2017-Jul-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — When you want to serve your family the very best, it’s only natural that you turn to your local Tops Friendly Markets. Thanks to a new partnership with Moyer Beef, fresh, delicious, and wholesome premium beef is now closer than you think. At Moyer Beef cattle is sourced…

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Albert Heijn introduceert augmented reality productscanner

Albert Heijn introduceert augmented reality productscanner   "Alle productinformatie en -inspiratie binnen handbereik">Alle productinformatie en -inspiratie binnen handbereik Zaandam, Netherlands, 2017-Jul-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — ‘Welke ingrediënten zitten in dit product? Waar komt het vandaan? Wat kan ik er allemaal mee maken?' Dit zijn vragen die klanten bezighouden als zij boodschappen doen. Het antwoord op al deze vragen…

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SPAR Italy partner Maiora opens its newest store in the city of Bari

Italy, 2017-Jul-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — Maiora, SPAR Partner for South-East and Central Italy, is delighted with customer reactions to their newest store, located at the main railway station in the city of Bari. Catering to the 38,000 commuters each day, this store is the first convenience supermarket located on the main platform of this…

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Cash&Carry Smart Foodservice to open its 24th store in Washington

PORTLAND, Ore., 2017-Jul-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — Cash&Carry Smart Foodservice, a warehouse-format store that has catered to the foodservice industry for more than 60 years, will open a new store in Wenatchee, WA on August 12. Located at 200 Ferry Street, the Wenatchee store will be Cash&Carry's 24th in Washington and 63rd in the Western United States. Offering a wide range of products…

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Asda reveals its THREE Christmas trends, and unveils over 150 new products in preparation for the season

Asda reveals its THREE Christmas trends, and unveils over 150 new products in preparation for the season   Asda reveals its top three Christmas trends Try Christmas feasts infused with botanical gin Move over pigs in blankets, deer in duvets are coming! Bring on the Christmas pudding stuffing LEEDS, England, 2017-Jul-21 — /EPR…

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Asda appoints the world’s first ‘Sommeasier’ and created the ‘Sommeasier’s Guide to Wine’

Asda appoints the world’s first 'Sommeasier’ and created the ‘Sommeasier’s Guide to Wine’   Over a third of UK drinkers always stick to the same bottle of wine 15% of us spend less than 10 seconds picking a bottle as ‘wine fright’ takes over 42% find wine jargon confusing and misunderstand commonly…

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SUPERVALU’s common stock will trade on the NYSE on a split-adjusted basis beginning on August 2, 2017

MINNEAPOLIS, 2017-Jul-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — SUPERVALU INC. (NYSE: SVU) (the “Company”) today (07/20/2017) announced a 1-for-7 reverse split of its common stock, effective as of the close of business on August 1, 2017. Beginning on August 2, 2017, the Company’s common stock will trade on the NYSE on a split-adjusted basis. At the Company’s…

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Martins Group reaches 100 thousand employee milestone

Lisbon, 2017-Jul-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — In the year in which it is celebrating a history of 225 years, the Jerónimo Martins Group has reached the 100 thousand employee milestone. Biedronka, the leading supermarket chain in Poland, is responsible for over two thirds of the Group’s total universe of employees. Over the last few decades,…

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