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Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust completes the sale of Uniontown Mall in Uniontown, PA for $23.0 million

Sale marks the 7th non-core mall sold by PREIT PHILADELPHIA , PA, 2015-8-6— /EPR Retail News/ — Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust (NYSE: PEI) announced today that it has completed the sale of Uniontown Mall in Uniontown, PA for $23.0 million .  The buyer also separately acquired the fee interest in the ground underlying…

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PREIT announces new lease with Whole Foods Market to open at Exton Square Mall in Exton, PA

Addition will provide an extraordinary shopping experience PHILADELPHIA , PA, 2015-8-6— /EPR Retail News/ — PREIT (NYSE: PEI) announced a new lease with Whole Foods Market to open at Exton Square Mall in Exton, PA. The 55,000-square foot store will complement the plans to redevelop the property, bringing a unique and engaging shopping experience this…

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Wincor Nixdorf gears up for more expansive Software business in Brazil and will work with Perto in the Hardware sector

Paderborn, Germany, 2015-8-6— /EPR Retail News/ — Wincor Nixdorf, Europe's leading supplier of IT solutions for banks and retailers, is gearing up for more expansive Software business in Brazil. At the same time, it plans to work in cooperation with Perto in the Hardware sector. On the basis of an agreement recently concluded between both…

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Wincor Nixdorf named “Top Supplier Retail” for 2015 by the EHI Retail Institute in Cologne

EHI Retail Institute award Paderborn, Germany, 2015-8-6— /EPR Retail News/ — The “Top Supplier Retail” award was conferred this year by the EHI Retail Institute in Cologne for the first time. This new award honors the entire range of excellent services and solutions that an IT partner makes available to retail businesses. Wincor Nixdorf was named a…

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Morrisons announces the appointment of Clare Grainger as Group HR Director

Bradford, England, 2015-8-6— /EPR Retail News/ — Clare has nearly 25 years of experience in HR and management, mostly in the retail sector with Morrisons and before that Asda. Most recently she has been Morrisons’ interim Group Retail Director and has been leading the stores business through a number of measures to improve the customer shopping…

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7‑Eleven celebrates 20th anniversary of its Operation Chill® incentive program for youngsters

7‑Eleven® Celebrates a Generation of Good Will with Operation Chill® DALLAS, 2015-8-6— /EPR Retail News/ — 7‑Eleven, Inc.celebrates a generation of good behavior this year with the 20th anniversary of its Operation Chill® incentive program for youngsters. For two decades, U.S. police officers have been “ticketing” kids they catch doing good with Operation Chill FREE Slurpee® drink…

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CBRE Group, Inc. acquires consulting and research firm specializing in the Canadian hospitality and tourism industries PKF Consulting Inc.

Firm Specializes in Canadian Hospitality and Tourism Industries Los Angeles, 2015-8-6— /EPR Retail News/ — CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBG) today announced that it has acquired PKF Consulting Inc. (PKF Canada), a leading advisory, consulting and research firm in Canada specializing in the Canadian hospitality and tourism industries. PKF Canada serves a broad range of clients in Canada,…

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PENNY eröffnet im Oelßner’s Hof

Köln, Germany, 2015-8-5— /EPR Retail News/ — Erstmal zu PENNY – und Einkaufen ganz neu erleben: Im Herzen von Leipzig trifft Tradition auf Frische. Im neuen PENNY Markt, der heute (05.08.) in der Ritterstraße in Leipzig, mitten im historischen Oelßner´s Hof eröffnet, finden Kunden Qualität und Frische zu günstigen Preisen. Bereits 1896 gegründet, wurde der Oelßner’s…

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PENNY stiftet Förderpreis für Kinder- und Jugendarbeit

Vereine können sich auf Online-Plattform um „Förderkorb“ bewerben COLOGNE, Germany, 2015-8-5— /EPR Retail News/ — PENNY unterstützt in der Region Hamburg gezielt Organisationen der Kinder- und Jugendförderung. Dazu hat das Unternehmen das Projekt „PENNY Förderkorb“ ins Leben gerufen. Dabei sind sämtliche Vereine der Hansestadt und des nahen Umlands aus dem Bereich Kinder- und Jugendförderung eingeladen, sich…

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Philippines: The Henry Sy Foundation to build new innovation center-art, science and technology lab at Miriam College in Quezon City

Quezon City, Philippines, 2015-8-5— /EPR Retail News/ — The Henry Sy Foundation will build a new innovation center-art, science and technology lab at Miriam College in Quezon City. To be named the “Henry Sy, Sr. Innovation Center”, construction will begin in September 2015 for the cylindrical building that will house the workshop rooms, fabrication  laboratories and exhibition…

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QVC enters France with the launch of live television programming and ecommerce

WEST CHESTER, Pa., 2015-8-5— /EPR Retail News/ — QVC, the world's leading video and ecommerce retailer, today announced its official entry into France, with the launch of live television programming and ecommerce. QVC France, which launched online at QVC.fr with 46 brands in June, began its video programming distribution on August 1, and plans to offer nearly 300…

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RediClinic donates $40,000 to eight YMCAs in greater Baltimore/Washington D.C., Philadelphia and Seattle areas in support of Kids Health and Wellness

Eight YMCAs to Receive $5,000 Each In Support of Kids Health and Wellness Now Through Sept. 30, RediClinic Offers Discounted Back-to-School Physicals and Immunizations Camp Hill, Pa., 2015-8-4— /EPR Retail News/ — RediClinic announced today donations totaling $40,000 to eight YMCAs serving the greater Baltimore/Washington D.C., Philadelphia and Seattle areas. RediClinic, which opened convenient care clinics inside…

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Rite Aid Corporation announces the promotion of Ken Martindale to the newly created position CEO of Rite Aid stores

Martindale Will Continue to Report to Rite Aid Chairman and CEO John Standley Other Executive Management Appointments Announced to Help Drive Growth <and Operational Efficiencies CAMP HILL, Pa., 2015-8-4— /EPR Retail News/ — Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE:RAD) has announced that Ken Martindale, who is currently president and chief operating officer, has been promoted to the newly created…

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J. C. Penney Company, Inc. strengthens its executive leadership team with the appointment of Michael Amend and Mike Robbins

PLANO, Texas, 2015-8-4— /EPR Retail News/ — J. C. Penney Company, Inc. (NYSE: JCP) has strengthened its executive leadership team with the appointment of two outstanding senior leaders who will be charged with maximizing the power, reach and integration of the Company’s omnichannel capabilities. Michael Amend, formerly vice president of online, mobile and omnichannel for The Home…

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NACS and United Fresh publish new resource to help retailers examine what they need to consider to have success with a fresh produce program

​ALEXANDRIA, VA, 2015-8-4— /EPR Retail News/ — As more convenience stores consider expanding their fresh produce offer in stores, a new resource has been published to help them examine what they need to consider to have success with a fresh produce program. “Are You Fit for Fresh?” a simple 10-point checklist developed by the National Association of Convenience…

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Auntie Anne’s teams up with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation to raise over half a million dollars this summer to help fund childhood cancer research

Iconic Soft Pretzel Brand Launches Fourth Annual Fundraising Campaign Benefiting Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation LANCASTER, Pa., 2015-8-4— /EPR Retail News/ — Auntie Anne’s is continuing the fight to end childhood cancer by teaming up with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation with a goal of raising over a half a million dollars this summer to help fund childhood cancer research. Beginning…

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UK technology brand Bush unveils new collection of great value technology products exclusively available at Argos

Milton Keynes, UK, 2015-8-4— /EPR Retail News/ — Today UK technology brand Bush has unveiled a new collection of great value technology products set to enhance British homes, making customers’ lives simpler and even more enjoyable. The range is exclusively available at leading technology retailer Argos, launching online and in-stores from Saturday 18 July. Whether it’s…

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Argos supports the Great British High Street Competition as it calls for a digital high streets “revolution”

Argos calls for digital high street “revolution” as it backs Great British High Street Competition Milton Keynes, UK, 2015-8-4— /EPR Retail News/ — Today Argos became the latest heavyweight brand to support the Great British High Street Competition as John Walden, Chief Executive of Home Retail Group plc, owner of Argos, called for a digital high…

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John Lewis announces the arrival of a new fashion and lifestyle concept for womenswear ‘FOUND at John Lewis’

LONDON, 2015-8-4— /EPR Retail News/ — John Lewis has announced the arrival of 'FOUND at John Lewis', a new fashion and lifestyle concept set in a boutique shopping environment that will introduce new and niche contemporary brands to womenswear. FOUND at John Lewis will bring together a curated edit of existing and new brands across…

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EROSKI abre hoy su sexto supermercado en Bizkaia en 2015

El establecimiento, situado en Berriz, cuenta con atención personalizada en mostrador en pescadería, carnicería y charcutería La cooperativa colaboró con más de 2.000 proveedores vascos el pasado ejercicio, con un volumen de compras superior a los 600 millones de euros anuales Berriz, SPAIN, 2015-8-3— /EPR Retail News/ — EROSKI ha inaugurado hoy un supermercado franquiciado con la…

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Marks & Spencer joined forces with Joanna Lumley to launch new initiative Spark Something Good

LONDON, 2015-8-3— /EPR Retail News/ — Marks & Spencer (M&S) has today joined forces with Joanna Lumley to launch Spark Something Good. The new initiative aims to inspire and motivate employees and customers around the country to grab a shovel, pick up a paintbrush and take action for social good – donating time to their…

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Lowe’s donates $1 million to Boys & Girls Clubs of America for improvement and renovation projects at 19 of its Clubs across the country

ATLANTA, 2015-8-3— /EPR Retail News/ — Boys & Girls Clubs of America announced today Lowe’s donation of $1 million for improvement and renovation projects at 19 of its Clubs across the country. Lowe’s grants vary per Club and will fund needed repairs and upgrades including safety enhancements, new flooring, kitchen expansions and new porches. Lowe’s support helps…

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Unilever and Walgreens partner to help provide 15 million gallons of clean water to developing communities

Purchase of Select Unilever Products at Walgreens to Trigger Donation of Clean Water Overseas* ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, NEW JERSEY, 2015-8-3— /EPR Retail News/ — Announced today, Unilever and Walgreens have joined forces for the first time with Me to We to provide customers with a new way to make a positive impact on the world through everyday purchases. Give H2OPE…

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West Creek Aquaculture and Federated Co-operatives Limited partner to bring more sustainably raised seafood to Western Canadian shoppers

Saskatoon, CANADA, 2015-8-3— /EPR Retail News/ — West Creek Aquaculture and Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) are partnering to bring more sustainably raised seafood to Western Canadian shoppers. West Creek Pacific Coho Salmon, recommended by Ocean Wise and SeaChoice as a best choice for sustainability, is now available in all 170 Co-op Food Stores. West Creek is…

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Whole Foods Market announces the promotion of Jason Buechel from global VP and CIO to EVP and CIO

AUSTIN, Texas, 2015-8-3— /EPR Retail News/ — Whole Foods Market today announced that Jason Buechel has been promoted from global vice president and chief information officer to executive vice president and chief information officer, becoming the newest member of the executive team effective immediately. Buechel retains responsibility for all aspects of information technology at Whole Foods Market. “Technology is…

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Morrisons crowned 2015 Supermarket of the Year at the International Wine Challenge Awards

Bradford, England, 2015-8-3— /EPR Retail News/ — Morrisons has been crowned 2015 Supermarket of the Year at the International Wine Challenge Awards (IWC), beating off stiff competition from Waitrose and M&S (winners in 2013 and 2014). The IWC merchant awards are considered the ‘Oscars’ of wine retail and are amongst the most prestigious in the wine world. The IWC…

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Peapod introduces easier way to enjoy fresh and local seasonal produce by offering Peapod Local Farm Box

Teaming with FarmLogix, Peapod adds even more selection to make savoring local summer produce easier than ever QUINCY, MA, 2015-8-3— /EPR Retail News/ — Peapod.com, the country’s leading online grocer, is making it even easier to enjoy fresh and local seasonal produce by offering a new Peapod Local Farm Box. Throughout the summer, Peapod customers in New York…

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SM Prime Holdings, Inc. reports consolidated net income growth of 90% to PHP18.7 billion from PHP9.8 billion in the first half of 2015

Pasay City, Philippines, 2015-8-3— /EPR Retail News/ — SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime), one of the leading integrated property companies in Southeast Asia, registered a consolidated net income growth of 90% to PHP18.7 billion from PHP9.8 billion in the first half of 2015. Excluding one–time trading gains on the sale of marketable securities, the company’s…

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Sainsbury’s colleagues in Brighton to transform stores with balloons and bunting for this year’s Brighton Pride parade

LONDON, 2015-7-31 — /EPR Retail News/ — Colleagues from Sainsbury’s in Brighton will be getting involved with this year’s Pride event by transforming the front of stores on the parade route with balloons and bunting. Whilst, for the second year running, a group of Sainsbury’s colleagues will join the parade on Saturday 1st August. This…

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Sainsbury’s supports the Parade stage in Millennium Square at this year’s Leeds Pride event

LONDON, 2015-7-31 — /EPR Retail News/ — For the first time, Sainsbury’s is supporting the Parade stage in Millennium Square at this year’s Leeds Pride event. 180 colleagues from stores across West Yorkshire have signed up for the parade and even more will be cheering from the crowds on the day. The Sainsbury’s team will follow…

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