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Sainsbury’s becomes the first food retailer in the UK to bring SignVideo to its customer service centres

Sainsbury’s is the first food retailer in the UK to bring SignVideo to its customer service centres – revolutionising the way deaf British Sign Language (BSL) users can contact them. LONDON, 2015-6-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — The year-long trial begins this week and enables deaf customers using BSL to contact Sainsbury’s call centres via…
June 8, 20150Comments

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Tesco begins new program to give unsold food to charities and not to waste

Brand new scheme called FareShare FoodCloud to be piloted in Tesco stores to give unsold food to charities and not to waste New figures reveal 55,400 tonnes of food wasted within Tesco operations in the last year, around 30,000 tonnes of which could otherwise have been eaten Cheshunt, England, 2015-6-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — A groundbreaking…
June 8, 20150Comments

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Greg Penner elected Board Chairman Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.

Succeeds Rob Walton Who Will Continue to Serve as a Director FAYETTEVILLE, Ark., 2015-6-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Board of Directors of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (NYSE: WMT) today announced the election of Greg Penner, who previously served as the Board’s Vice Chairman, to the position of Board Chairman, effective at the end of today’s Shareholders’…
June 8, 20150Comments

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K-rauta chain will open its first K-rauta Express store at the Forum shopping complex in Helsinki

HELSINKI, 2015-6-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — The K-rauta chain will open its first K-rauta Express store at the Forum shopping complex in Helsinki. The new concept will be located in city centres and shopping centres to provide easier and faster shopping – ”for shopping to be fun”. With the new concept, K-rauta aims to attract…
June 5, 20150Comments

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Kespro received ISO 22000 food safety management certificate by DNV GL

HELSINKI, 2015-6-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — For Kespro, responsibility, quality and food safety are fundamental pillars that guide the daily operations in the best interest of customers. The latest proof of this is the ISO 22000 certificate awarded by the certification body DNV GL. ISO 22000 is a food safety management system that focuses…
June 5, 20150Comments

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Reputation Institute ranked Whole Foods Market No. 3 on the list of America’s most reputable retailers

Reputation Institute reveals top 50 most reputable companies in the retail industry on products and services, workplace and more AUSTIN, Texas, 2015-6-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — Whole Foods Market (NASDAQ: WFM) has been named among America’s most reputable companies in the retail industry, according to a list released today by Reputation Institute. The list…
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Batemans to supply The Co-operative Food with approaching 15,000 pints of ale

MANCHESTER, UK, 2015-6-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — Bateman’s Victory Ale has won a new berth at The Co-operative Food with the Wainfleet-based brewery securing a contract to supply the community retailer with approaching 15,000 pints of ale. The brewery’s award winning copper coloured ale is now playing a part in The Co-operative’s move to change the…
June 5, 20150Comments

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Harris Teeter Store Director Tony Seidner presented Durant Road Elementary School with a $1,000 check

Store Director Presents Check to School MATTHEWS, NC, 2015-6-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tuesday, June 2, 2015, Harris Teeter Store Director Tony Seidner presented Durant Road Elementary School with a $1,000 check to support the company’s commitment to educational programs. This donation is made possible by the North Carolina Education Lottery and is in addition to…
June 5, 20150Comments

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Tesco launched its first own label bottle conditioned golden ale beer supported by the Campaign for Real Ale

Cheshunt, England, 2015-6-4 — /EPR Retail News/ — It’s the tipple that is arguably creating the biggest stir in the beer industry since the arrival of lager in the mid-1960s. In the last few years golden ale has not only become the UK’s fastest growing beer variety but has been instrumental in helping change the beer tastes…
June 4, 20150Comments

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Carrefour Italia launches 200 meter long virtual supermarket at Loreto metro station in Milan

MILAN, 2015-6-4 — /EPR Retail News/ — From 20 May onwards in Milan, at Loreto metro station, the first 200 meter long visual space The first example of the virtual store has now arrived in Italy with over 1,000 products of the best mass distribution brands, which can be ordered simply by scanning the products with…
June 4, 20150Comments

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Whole Foods Market earned an “A-” rating in the latest edition of “The Better World Shopping Guide”

Company recognized as ‘Green Hero’ in supermarket category AUSTIN, Texas, 2015-6-3 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Whole Foods Market earned an “A-” rating in the latest edition of "The Better World Shopping Guide," an annual book designed to provide consumers with social and environmental responsibility insight into companies across a wide range of industries. Whole Foods Market…
June 3, 20150Comments

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Actress Cherylee Houston launched a Co-operative food store in Chorlton-cum-Hardy near Manchester

MANCHESTER, UK, 2015-6-2 — /EPR Retail News/ — Actress Cherylee Houston launched a Co-operative food store in Chorlton-cum-Hardy (near Manchester) on Friday, 29 May, which re-opened following an investment of more than £310,000 to transform the store and create a new shopping experience for the community. The actress cut the ribbon and declared the new-look store…
June 2, 20150Comments

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Whole Foods Market launches Criterion Collection wines to satisfy consumers’ thirst for wine knowledge

Criterion Collection offers benchmark examples of popular global varietals at great values AUSTIN, Texas, 2015-6-2 — /EPR Retail News/ —  As American wine consumption continues to eclipse that in other countries, and as Millennials adopt wine faster than any other generation*, Whole Foods Market launches Criterion Collection wines to satisfy consumers’ thirst for wine knowledge. The…
June 2, 20150Comments

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Wegmans Food Markets now hiring and training for part-time positions at its new Concordville location in Glen Mills

CONCORDVILLE, PA, 2015-6-2 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wegmans Food Markets is now hiring and training for part-time positions at its new Concordville location in Glen Mills, which is set to open Sunday, November 8. The 111,000 square-foot store is located at Brandywine Mills shopping center on Route 202 just south of Route 1. There are 325 part-time…
June 2, 20150Comments

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Carrefour debuts new “Gourmet” Carrefour Market on Corso Europa in Naples

Boulogne-Billancourt, France, 2015-6-2 — /EPR Retail News/ — From 21 May 2015 onwards, you can go shopping at any time of the day and night, seven days a week.  It’s the debut, under the banner of typical products and flavours of Neapolitan cuisine, of the new “Gourmet” Carrefour Market on Corso Europa. To celebrate the opening of…
June 2, 20150Comments

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Wegmans Food Markets to host “Fire Up the Grill” event on Saturday May 30 and Sunday May 31, 2015

WHAT: “Fire Up the Grill” at all Wegmans Food Markets. Tasting samples and fresh ideas for the grill at stations around the store. WHEN: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday May 30 and Sunday May 31, 2015 WHERE: All Wegmans Food Markets Rochester, NY, 2015-5-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — Calling all backyard grill chefs: Hots and…
May 29, 20150Comments

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The Meijer LPGA Classic presented by Kraft expands its menu of free interactive and on-site activities to engage young golf fans

Junior golfers invited to participate in free weeklong activities GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2015-5-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Meijer LPGA Classic presented by Kraft seeks to engage young golf fans by expanding its menu of free interactive and on-site activities. “The Meijer LPGA Classic presented by Kraft is working diligently to engage families throughout the community,” Meijer…
May 29, 20150Comments

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Indonesia: MPPA reopens newly remodeled 3 Hypermart stores in Jakarta and Surabaya to the latest Generation 7 concept

Lippo Village, Tangerang, 2015-5-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — PT. Matahari Putra Prima Tbk (MPPA), a multi-format modern retailer in Indonesia, which operates Hypermart, Foodmart and Boston Health & Beauty, has successfully remodeled 3 of its existing Hypermart stores to the latest Generation 7 (G7) concept. The Hypermart Pejaten Mall in South Jakarta was reopened on May,…
May 29, 20150Comments

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Argos digital stores open in Sainsbury’s supermarkets

LONDON, 2015-5-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — The first two Argos digital stores are opening today (Wednesday 27th May) in Sainsbury’s supermarkets in North Cheam in Surrey and Nantwich in Cheshire, bringing extra choice and convenience to customers in the local communities. This follows the announcement in January about the retailers teaming up to open…
May 27, 20150Comments

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Haggen Pacific Southwest to donate more than 1m pounds of food to local food banks from the 100 new store openings throughout California, Arizona and Nevada

HAGGEN DONATING 1 MILLION POUNDS OF FOOD TO LOCAL FOOD BANKS AS PART OF NEW STORE OPENINGS IN CALIFORNIA, ARIZONA AND NEVADA Haggen Continues Tradition of Giving Back In Partnership with Feeding America To Support Communities Surrounding 100 New Pacific Southwest Stores Irvine, Calif.,  2015-5-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — Continuing a long history of giving back to the…
May 22, 20150Comments

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Wegmans Food Markets to deliver 15,877 pounds of nonperishable food to the Capital Area Food Bank

LORTON, VA, 2015-5-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wegmans Food Markets will deliver a truckload of 15,877 pounds of nonperishable food to the Capital Area Food Bank, the region’s largest hunger relief organization, on Thursday, May 28 at 12 PM. The delivery will take place at the CAFB’s Northern Virginia location (6833 Hill Park Drive, Lorton, VA…
May 22, 20150Comments

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Meijer opens two new supercenters in Northern Illinois; 190,000-square-foot stores in Rockford and Machesney Park

190,000-square-foot stores in Rockford and Machesney Park feature fresh produce delivered daily and pharmacy services promoting family health GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2015-5-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Meijer has opened two new supercenters in Northern Illinois, Co-Chairman Hank Meijer announced today. The 190,000-square-foot stores in Rockford and Machesney Park together have created more than 500 new jobs…
May 21, 20150Comments

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US Foods opens new 500,000 square foot, LEED-certified facility in Seabrook, N.H.

New 500,000 square foot, LEED-certified facility opens to better serve customers throughout New England Seabrook, N.H., 2015-5-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — US Foods is bringing a whole new level of convenience and value to New England area chefs and restaurateurs as it opens its newest distribution center in Seabrook, N.H. “The new efficient and modern facility allows us…
May 21, 20150Comments

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Meijer to open its Grafton and Kenosha supercenters on June 23

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2015-5-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — A little more than two years after announcing it was considering expansion into Wisconsin, Meijer has confirmed the opening date for its first two supercenters. The Grand Rapids, Mich.-based retailer will open its Grafton and Kenosha stores on Tues., June 23, Co-Chairman Hank Meijer said. "We're extremely eager to…
May 19, 20150Comments

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Haggen partners with Swinomish Fish Company to bring fresh Baker Lake salmon to its seafood cases this spring

Baker Lake, Wash. and Bellingham, Wash., 2015-5-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — In Haggen’s continuing mission to provide the very best local products to its customers, the company has forged a new partnership with Swinomish Fish Company to bring fresh Baker Lake salmon to its seafood cases this spring. Northwest salmon season is upon us, and the…
May 18, 20150Comments

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Tesco again named as the Sandwich Multiple Retailer of the Year at the British Sandwich Industry Awards

Cheshunt, England, 2015-5-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — For the second consecutive year, Tesco has been named as the Sandwich Multiple Retailer of the Year at the British Sandwich Industry Awards. Tesco has been recognised for delivering innovative and quality products for customers. The award comes as the retailer has redesigned its sandwiches and wraps lines and…
May 18, 20150Comments

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Sobeys supports Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution Day encouraging public to stand up for the importance of food education

Sobeys encourages employees and Canadians of all ages to get cooking and join a food-focused event on May 15 STELLARTON, NS, 2015-5-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — For the second year in a row, Sobeys is proud to support Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution Day, a global day of action encouraging the public to stand up for the…
May 15, 20150Comments

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Ellie Simmonds launches nationwide tour to encourage young people to take part in this year’s Sainsbury’s School Games

LONDON, 2015-5-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Thursday 14th May, Manchester: 10 children from Greater Manchester were treated to a special swimming lesson from four-time Paralympic champion Ellie Simmonds, as part of a national push to encourage children to take part in the Sainsbury’s School Games. The star swimmer is embarking on a nationwide tour,…
May 15, 20150Comments

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John Lewis and Waitrose announce their new Horsham shops to open on 18 June

John Lewis 'at home' to sit shoulder to shoulder with Waitrose in Horsham £11m investment by the Partnership in the development of both shops. LONDON, 2015-5-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — John Lewis and Waitrose today announce that their new Horsham shops, co-located on Albion Way, will open to customers at 9am on Thursday 18 June…
May 15, 20150Comments

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