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Carrefour made changes to the use-by dates on 350 of its own-brand products to tackle food waste

Boulogne-Billancourt, France, 2015-2-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — Within the framework of its Antigaspi plan to tackle food waste that it initiated in 2013 and following quality checks and food tests, Carrefour has made changes to the use-by dates on 350 of its own-brand products: – On grocery products: the optimum use-by dates on 135 cereal type products,…
February 20, 20150Comments

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Sainsbury’s: I’m a Celebrity and X Factor contestant Jake Quickenden fulfilled his dream of becoming James Bond for the day as part of The Golden Nose competition

LONDON,  2015-2-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — I’m a Celebrity and X Factor contestant Jake Quickenden fulfilled his dream of becoming James Bond for the day - with a comedy twist. Jake recreated the iconic character to celebrate the 12 Golden Noses hidden in surprise bags across the UK, nine of which are hidden at…
February 19, 20150Comments

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Sainsbury’s tests a new digital pricing display to cut the use of paper and automatically update prices

LONDON,  2015-2-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sainsbury’s is trialling a new digital pricing display to cut the use of paper and automatically update prices. Jon Rudoe, the Director of Digital and Technology at Sainsbury’s, said: "A key part of our strategy is to make sure we’re looking at new technology on behalf of our colleagues…
February 19, 20150Comments

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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recognized the accomplishments of Ravitz Family Markets for its participation in its Food Recovery Challenge program

Keasbey, NJ, 2015-2-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently recognized the accomplishments of Ravitz Family Markets for its participation in its Food Recovery Challenge program, reducing climate footprint, improving efficiency, helping communities and achieving cost savings through waste reduction. A member of the Wakefern Food Corp. cooperative and led by a…
February 19, 20150Comments

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Meijer donates $10,000 to the Great Start Parent Coalition’s Diaper Drive matching their donation of the same amount from the previous year

Renewed partnership has significant impact on the community. GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2015-2-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Meijer recently announced a $10,000 contribution to the Great Start Parent Coalition’s Diaper Drive, matching their donation of the same amount from the previous year and furthering the partnership between the two organizations. The Grand Rapids, Mich.-based retailer’s previous donation…
February 19, 20150Comments

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X5 Retail Group’s proximity store chain Pyaterochka and RPM Group sign social cooperation agreement

Kaluga, Russia, 2015-2-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — X5 Retail Group N.V. (‘X5’ or the ‘Company’), a leading Russian food retailer (LSE ticker: ‘FIVE’), and RPM Group (‘RPM’), part of Russian Railways, announced today a joint cross-industry initiative between Pyaterochka, the Company’s proximity store chain and RPM's plant in Kaluga, in the form of a social cooperation…
February 19, 20150Comments

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Lawson, Inc. announces organizational and personnel changes effective March 1, 2015

TOKYO, 2015-2-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lawson, Inc. (Head Office: Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo; President and CEO, Representative Director: Genichi Tamatsuka) has announced the following organizational and personnel changes effective March 1, 2015. Organizational changes We made this organizational changes to further strengthen focus on our stores and on each area strategy. Increasing the number of branches…
February 19, 20150Comments

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Harris Teeter to present two local schools each with $500 check to support its commitment to educational programs

Store Manager to Present Check to Schools Date:          Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2015 Time:         10:30 a.m. Location:   Steele Croft Harris Teeter 13000 South Tryon St Charlotte, NC 28278 Live shots are welcomed! Charlotte, NC, 2015-2-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2015, Harris Teeter Store Director Charley Toothman will present two local schools each with a $500…
February 19, 20150Comments

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British designer Lulu Guinness collaborated with Sainsbury’s to create three, limited edition shoppers to celebrate Red Nose Day and raise money for Comic Relief

Internationally renowned British designer Lulu Guinness has collaborated exclusively with Sainsbury’s to create three, limited edition shoppers to celebrate Red Nose Day and raise money for Comic Relief. The Lulu Guinness bags will go on sale from 15th February 2015 exclusively at Sainsbury’s. LONDON, 2015-2-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Embracing the spirit of the…
February 18, 20150Comments

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John Allan to become Tesco Chairman on 1 March 2015

Cheshunt, England, 2015-2-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Following Richard Broadbent’s decision to step down as Chairman, Tesco today announces that John Allan will join the Board and be appointed Chairman on 1 March 2015. Richard Broadbent will step down from the Board on the same date. Richard Broadbent, Chairman, said: “I am delighted that John has agreed…
February 18, 20150Comments

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Next Door by Wegmans and Amore Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar by Wegmans will host “East Meets West Dinner” with three celebrity chefs

ROCHESTER, NY, 2015-2-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Next Door by Wegmans and Amore Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar by Wegmans are honored to welcome three celebrity chefs to their kitchens for specialty dinners. March 4th - Next Door by Wegmans will host an “East Meets West Dinner” with Japanese Chef Mikami-San. This monthly dinner, a culinary adventure…
February 17, 20150Comments

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Whole Foods Market and American Homestead Natural Pork launch Non-GMO Project Verified™ fresh pork program at Whole Foods Market stores in Oregon and Washington

Austin, TX, 2015-2-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Whole Foods Market has teamed up with longtime supplier partner American Homestead Natural Pork to launch the first large-scale Non-GMO Project Verified™ fresh pork program at Whole Foods Market stores in Oregon and Washington. The new program, which includes a full lineup of fresh pork cuts in store meat…
February 17, 20150Comments

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Haggen begins the process of acquiring 146 stores as a result of Albertsons LLC and Safeway merger

Pacific NW grocery chain takes ownership of first acquired store at 12:01 a.m. Thursday morning Bellingham, Wash., 2015-2-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Pacific Northwest grocery chain Haggen today announced that it has begun the process of acquiring 146 stores as part of the divestment process brought about by the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) review of the…
February 13, 20150Comments

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Defense Commissary Agency: Military Saves Week, Feb. 23-28

FORT LEE, Va., 2015-2-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Maybe there are times when you envy friends or colleagues for the buying power they apparently command. After all, how do they spring for that popular but expensive specialty coffee, that premier movie everyone wants to see or that e-book on the bestseller list? Seems like your budget can't…
February 13, 20150Comments

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Foodstuffs South Island opens new ambient distribution centre in Hornby, Christchurch

Christchurch, New Zealand, 2015-2-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Prime Minister, the Right Honourable John Key, was on hand today to open Foodstuffs South Island's new ambient distribution centre (DC) in Hornby, Christchurch. The greenfield project essentially connects an additional 31,587m2 to the existing 14,000m2 ambient warehouse at Hornby and consolidates operations from the…
February 12, 20150Comments

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Meijer research: Customers traditionally wait until the last minute to make their Valentine’s Day flower purchases

Retailer’s data shows nearly 40 percent of flower purchases happen from 3-6 p.m. Valentine’s Day GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2015-2-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Whether you love the holiday, or just feel obligated to buy a gift, chances are you are waiting until the last minute if you are purchasing roses. According to purchase data from Meijer, customers…
February 11, 20150Comments

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ShopRite of Brodheadsville welcomed its new in-store dietitian, Rhianna Cenci, RD

In-Store Dietitian Brings Free Health and Wellness Services to ShopRite Customers Keasbey, NJ, 2015-2-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — ShopRite of Brodheadsville has welcomed 2015 with a slate of wellness activities, and a new in-store dietitian, Rhianna Cenci, RD. “We are excited to add Rhianna Cenci to our team at the ShopRite of Brodheadsville, as part of our commitment…
February 11, 20150Comments

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Hy-Vee: Triathlon events discontinued; Exciting new event series to be announced by mid-March

Company developing exciting new event series to be announced by mid-March WEST DES MOINES, Iowa, 2015-2-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Hy-Vee announced today it is discontinuing the Hy-Vee Triathlon events, which included timed competitions for elite athletes, amateurs and kids. The company will shift its efforts to create a new event series promoting health and wellness in…
February 11, 20150Comments

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Whole Foods Market’s 41,000-square-foot downtown Los Angeles flagship store to open Nov. 4, 2015

Company announces details for Eighth and Grand location, partnership with Councilman Jose Huizar LOS ANGELES, 2015-2-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Whole Foods Market’s 41,000-square-foot downtown Los Angeles flagship store, under construction at 770 Grand Avenue, will open Nov. 4, 2015. The store, which will bring more than 150 jobs to the area, is part of a larger development…
February 9, 20150Comments

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John Lewis to open new 638,000 sq feet distribution centre in Milton Keynes

MILTON KEYNES, UK, 2015-2-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — John Lewis has announced that it will open a new distribution centre (DC) in Milton Keynes, to support the growth of its omnichannel business in both shops and online. John Lewis has signed a 25-year lease on the 638,000 sq feet warehouse. The DC will support the…
February 6, 20150Comments

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Harris Teeter will collect non-perishable food items in all of its Mecklenburg County stores to benefit Loaves & Fishes

Mecklenburg County, NC, 2015-2-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — Saturday, Feb. 7, 2015 through Sunday, Feb. 15, 2015, Harris Teeter will be collecting non-perishable food items in all of its Mecklenburg County stores to benefit Loaves & Fishes, a food pantry program which provides a week’s worth of nutritious groceries at no cost to individuals and…
February 6, 20150Comments

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Co-operative Food stores across Wales to stock new range of longer-life reusable carrier bags to raise bags more cash for good causes

MANCHESTER, UK, 2015-2-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Co-operative Food pledges to reinvest the profits from its entire carrier bag range in Wales to good causes. A move that is in addition to the money raised by The Co-operative through the existing statutory 5p charge on single-use bags, which is supporting conservation programmes in Wales. Co-operative Food…
February 6, 20150Comments

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Whole Foods Market to open 34,000-square-foot Little Rock store on Feb. 18

New store at Bowman and Chenal Parkway opens Feb. 18 LITTLE ROCK, Ark., 2015-2-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — The long-awaited relocation of Little Rock’s Whole Foods Market is almost here. On Wednesday, Feb. 18, the 34,000-square-foot store will open its doors. In addition to an expanded range of high quality natural and organic products, the store will…
February 5, 20150Comments

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Carolina Hurricanes forward Brad Malone to debut his personally designed Signature Sub Sandwich at Harris Teeter

Raleigh, N.C., 2015-2-3 — /EPR Retail News/ — Malone to Sign Autographs, Sample Signature Sub Sandwich, Introduce Fans to Must-Have Meal for Lunch Date:   Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2015 Time:    5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Where: North Hills East Harris Teeter 120-100 St. Albans Dr. Raleigh, N.C. 27609 Interviews are available.  Live shots are welcomed! Tuesday, Feb. 10, Carolina Hurricanes forward Brad Malone will team up with Harris…
February 3, 20150Comments

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Red Nose Day campaign at Sainsbury’s with Spencer Matthews

LONDON, 2015-2-3 — /EPR Retail News/ — A hilarious moment erupted at a Sainsbury’s store when Spencer Matthews surprised the team, having cleverly disguised himself amongst the tomatoes – wearing the new Comic Relief red nose! The Made In Chelsea star was launching the nine new character-themed red noses, which are available at Sainsbury’s stores and…
February 3, 20150Comments

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Sainsbury’s launches a range of instant hot lunch time options that can be ready to eat in minutes

LONDON, 2015-2-3 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sainsbury's has launched a range of instant hot lunch time options that can be ready to eat in minutes by simply adding hot water or heating up in a microwave. Available in stores now, the by Sainsbury’s noodles, rice and grain pots are made using recipes inspired by…
February 3, 20150Comments

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Find the perfect gift for that special someone this Valentine’s Day at Rite Aid stores nationwide

Stores Nationwide Offering New Designs on Holiday Classics CAMP HILL, Pa., 2015-2-2 — /EPR Retail News/ — Rite Aid stores nationwide are ready to help customers celebrate the season of love. From decadent chocolates, to Valentine's Day greeting cards, fresh cut roses or bouquets, loveable plush and heart-themed novelties, throughout Rite Aid's nearly 4,600 convenient locations, shoppers…
February 2, 20150Comments

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Whole Foods Market now with 20 locations in the Chicago market

First of seven stores to open for business in Chicago area Chicago, IL, 2015-1-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — The first of seven new Chicagoland Whole Foods Market® (Nasdaq: WFM) stores planned for 2015 opens its doors to the Streeterville neighborhood on Wednesday, January 28, 2015. This new store marks Whole Foods Market’s 20th location…
January 29, 20150Comments

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Foodstuffs announced it will be re-developing its New World Milford store

North Island, New Zealand, 2015-1-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — Foodstuffs has, today, announced it will be re-developing its New World Milford store. As part of a review of the long-term plans for the store, it was determined the best way the brand could continue to serve the Milford community was through the creation of a…
January 29, 20150Comments

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Sainsbury’s partners with Dennis the Menace and the Bash Street Kids to launch the 2015 Active Kids campaign which helps children lead healthier, more active lifestyles

LONDON, 2015-1-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dennis the Menace and the Bash Street Kids are swapping chaos and cheekiness for healthy cooking and active lifestyles, thanks to a groundbreaking partnership with leading supermarket, Sainsbury’s. Sainsbury’s has joined forces with Britain’s longest running comic to launch the 2015 Active Kids campaign which helps children lead healthier,…
January 27, 20150Comments

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