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Starbucks and Sounders FC honor active service members and veterans with complimentary tickets for the Sounders vs. Vancouver Whitecaps match on August 1st

SEATTLE, 2015-7-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Starbucks and the Sounders FC are honoring active service members and veterans with complimentary tickets for the Sounders FC vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC match on August 1st at CenturyLink Field. To redeem tickets, bring military ID to one of two Starbucks community store locations - 23rd & Jackson in Seattle, or…

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Starbucks plans to build store in Ferguson: will also create partnerships with local women- and minority-owned businesses

SEATTLE, 2015-7-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — When Starbucks chairman and ceo Howard Schultz traveled to St. Louis, Missouri earlier this year for the fourth in a series of partner forums on race, he embarked a low-profile side trip to nearby Ferguson. The city continued to show signs from the rioting and confrontations between police…

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Meijer LPGA Classic presented by Kraft raised $750,000 donation to the retailer’s Simply Give program to help Midwest food pantries restock their shelves

Memorable week of golf raises funds for Meijer Simply Give program to restock Midwest food pantries GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2015-7-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — Representatives with the Meijer LPGA Classic presented by Kraft today deemed the second annual tournament a success with a $750,000 donation to the retailer’s Simply Give program, which advances its mission…

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Russian food retailer X5 Retail Group acquires 100 stores owned by the Soseddushka retail chain in Orenburg and the Orenburg region

Orenburg, Russia, 2015-7-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — X5 Retail Group, a leading Russian food retailer (LSE ticker: “FIVE”), announces the acquisition of 100 stores owned by the Soseddushka retail chain in Orenburg and the Orenburg region. This will increase X5's presence in the region almost threefold. The total area of the stores acquired by X5 Retail Group…

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The Golub Corporation announces the appointment of Scott Grimmett as its new President and Chief Operating Officer

Schenectady, NY, 2015-7-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Golub Corporation, parent company of Price Chopper Supermarkets, Market 32 and Market Bistro is pleased to announce that Scott Grimmett has been named President, Chief Operating Officer (COO) – the first non-Golub in the company’s history to hold the title. Grimmett will continue to report to Jerry Golub,…

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7‑Eleven: SEI Fuels acquires the dealer fuel supply business of LavigneBaker Petroleum, LLC, in and around New Orleans, LA.

DALLAS, 2015-7-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — SEI Fuel Services, Inc. (SEI Fuels) is pleased to announce the purchase of the dealer fuel supply business of LavigneBaker Petroleum, LLC, in and around New Orleans, LA. The transaction closed July 16th. SEI Fuels entered the wholesale fuel business in 2012 when it and its parent company, 7‑Eleven, Inc.,…

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A.S. Watson Group honored with the ECR Recognition Award in the Digital category

HONG KONG, 2015-7-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — In the latest 14th Efficient Consumer Response (ECR) Asia Pacific Conference, A.S. Watson Group was honored with the ECR Recognition Award in the Digital category, in recognition of its outstanding achievements in digital and eCommerce. Organised by the ECR Asia Pacific Council, GS1/ ECR Hong Kong and co-organised…

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Foodstuffs wins two top prizes at the annual Reader’s Digest Most Trusted Brand Awards

Foodstuffs has triumphed at the annual Reader's Digest Most Trusted Brand Awards, once again winning the two top prizes for their category.  AUCKLAND, New Zealand, 2015-7-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — PAK’nSAVE has won the competitive Most Trusted Supermarket honour, New World the highly commended runner up in that category and Pams won the Most Trusted Home…

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Philippines: SM Prime Holdings poised to ride the wave of growth in the BPO sector with the expansion of EcomCenters in the Mall of Asia Complex

Pasay City, Philippines, 2015-7-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — SM Investments Corporation’s property arm, SM Prime Holdings is poised to ride the wave of growth in the Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) sector with the expansion of EcomCenters in the Mall of Asia Complex in Pasay City. The EcomCenter complex consists of OneEcom, TwoEcom and the FiveEcomCenter which…

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Washington Nationals and Harris Teeter host food drive now through Aug. 10, 2015 to support its local food bank partners

Donate Non-Perishable Foods at Participating Harris Teeter Stores to help Local Food Banks Matthews, N.C., 2015-7-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — In partnership with the Washington Nationals, local Harris Teeter stores are hosting a food drive now through Aug. 10, 2015 to support its local food bank partners. In May, Harris Teeter donated $225,000 to its various food bank…

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Commissary kicks off the “Back to School” sales event this August

FORT LEE, Va., 2015-7-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — Your commissary is kicking off the "Back to School" sales event in August by focusing on healthy family breakfasts, fresh-packed school lunches and after-school snacks that children can prepare themselves. You'll find lots of healthy products in all categories that fit right into a school day. "Promoting lean protein,…

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The Meijer LPGA Classic presented by Kraft to return to Blythefield Country Club in Belmont, Mich. on June 13-19, 2016 and June 12-18, 2017

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2015-7-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Meijer LPGA Classic presented by Kraft to return to Blythefield Country Club in Belmont, Mich. on June 13-19, 2016 and June 12-18, 2017 Who: Meijer LPGA Classic fans, volunteers and community What: The Meijer LPGA Classic presented by Kraft will return to Blythefield Country Club in Belmont, Mich. for the…

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The Women Grocers of America (WGA) announces the recipients of the 2015 Mary Macey Scholarship

Arlington, VA, 2015-7-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Women Grocers of America (WGA) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2015 Mary Macey Scholarship: Lauren Eccleston, senior at Saint Joseph's University; Lakin Kessler, sophomore at Bismarck State College; Vanessa Marrero, Wakefern Food Corporation; and April Rice, Associated Food Stores, Inc. 2015 recipients will receive a…

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K-VA-T to acquire 29 BI-LO stores located in Chattanooga, Tennessee and Northwest Georgia from Southeastern Grocers

ABINGDON, Va. And JACKSONVILLE, Fla., 2015-7-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — K-VA-T Food Stores Inc. and Southeastern Grocers, LLC today announced that they have entered into an agreement under which K-VA-T will acquire 29 BI-LO stores located in Chattanooga, Tennessee and Northwest Georgia from Southeastern Grocers. K-VA-T intends to continue to operate all of these stores…

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Sainsbury’s reduces the size and increased the recycled content of its single-use plastic carrier bags

LONDON, 2015-7-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sainsbury’s is committed to being the UK’s greenest grocer. In our 20x20 Sustainability Plan, we have committed that by 2020 we will make sure that our own packaging has been reduced by a half compared to 2005. We have reduced the size and increased the recycled content of…

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Starbucks and PepsiCo partner to bring Starbucks® ready-to-drink coffee and energy beverages to Latin America

New Agreement Signed to Bring Starbucks® Ready-To-Drink Coffee Beverages to First 10 Latin American Markets in 2016  SEATTLE and PURCHASE, NY, 2015-7-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Starbucks (NASDAQ: SBUX) and PepsiCo, Inc. (NYSE: PEP) today announced they have entered into an agreement for the marketing, sale and distribution of Starbucks® ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee and energy beverages…

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Starbucks brings back Mocha Coconut Frappuccino® blended beverage

SEATTLE, 2015-7-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Starbucks is bringing back a customer favorite, the Mocha Coconut Frappuccino® blended beverage. It’ll available beginning today (July 23) in participating U.S and Canada Starbucks stores while supplies last. Mocha Coconut Frappuccino® blended beverage is made with Starbucks signature Frappuccino® Roast coffee blended with mocha sauce, coconut syrup, milk, and…

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Starbucks, Lyft announce new, multi-year deal

My Starbucks Rewards® Extended to Lyft Drivers, Awarded Immediate Gold Level Status Drivers and Riders to Be Rewarded, Incentivized with Stars SEATTLE, 2015-7-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Starbucks Coffee Company (Nasdaq: SBUX) and Lyft, one of the nation’s leading transportation network companies, today announced a new, multi-year deal that will increase value for current customers, attract new customers, reward…

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Walmart opens new fulfillment center in Bethlehem, Pa. to support its rapidly growing e-commerce business

New State-of-the-Art Center Brings Nearly 400 New Full-Time Jobs to Bethlehem; Enhances Retailer’s Ability to Deliver Online Orders Faster and at Lower Cost BETHLEHEM, Pa., 2015-7-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Walmart today held a sneak preview event at its new fulfillment center in Bethlehem, Pa. The facility, one of two Walmart centers in the Lehigh Valley dedicated…

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Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. acquires the outstanding shares in Yihaodian; taking full ownership of its fast-growing e-commerce business in China

SHANGHAI, CHINA,  2015-7-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (NYSE: WMT) today announced it has acquired the outstanding shares in Yihaodian, taking full ownership of its fast-growing e-commerce business in China.  Wang Lu, president and CEO of Walmart Global eCommerce in Asia, will lead Yihaodian as part of his overall executive responsibilities. With full ownership…

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SSP to operate new M&S Simply Food at Newcastle Central Station

LONDON, 2015-7-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — A new M&S Simply Food has opened today at Newcastle Central Station. The new outlet is operated by concession partner SSP, a leading operator of food and beverage outlets in travel locations worldwide. Conveniently located on the main concourse, the new 1,230sq. ft. store is the latest to begin…

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J. C. Penney Company, Inc. announces that Mandy Ginsberg has been elected to its board of directors

PLANO, Texas, 2015-7-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — J. C. Penney Company, Inc. (NYSE:JCP) today announced that Mandy Ginsberg, an accomplished leader with extensive online consumer acumen, has been elected to its board of directors. Ginsberg is the chief executive officer of The Princeton Review, a leading test preparation company that helps millions of students get into…

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Meijer Drops Prices on More than 300 Items to Help Back-To-School Shoppers Prepare Early

Meijer Drops Prices on More than 300 Items to Help Customers Prepare Early GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2015-7-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — With the summer in full swing, families are shifting their focus from fireworks and bonfires to shopping for the upcoming school year, according to a recent Meijer customer survey. While most shoppers plan to spend…

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Rite Aid helps back-to-school shoppers gear up for the new school year

Rite Aid Stocks Shelves with Back-to-School Classics for All Grade Levels Camp Hill, Pa., 2015-7-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Rite Aid stores nationwide are ready to help back-to-school shoppers gear up for the new school year with a great assortment of supplies, electronics and dorm room decor. From backpacks, to office accessories, TVs, Netbooks and…

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Tooele County Health Department and Macey’s Grocery Store to help Tooele County residents make healthier choices

Macey’s Opens Healthy Check Stand in Partnership with Tooele County Health Tooele, UT, 2015-7-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tooele County Health Department and Macey’s Grocery Store have teamed up to help Tooele County residents make healthier choices. Macey’s first healthy check stand opened officially on Monday, offering fresh produce and healthy snacks to Macey’s guests rather…

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CBRE: Chinese outbound capital flows into global commercial real estate markets exceeded US$10 billion in a year for the first time ever

U.S. Accounts for Over One Fifth of Total Outbound Investment from China Los Angeles, 2015-7-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Chinese outbound capital flows into global commercial real estate markets have exceeded US$10 billion in a year for the first time ever, according to the latest research from CBRE Group, Inc. Over the past four years annual…

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Foodstuffs supermarkets win top awards at the 19th annual Bakels New Zealand Supreme Pie Awards

Two Foodstuffs supermarkets have taken home top awards at New Zealand’s biggest food competition, the 19th annual Bakels New Zealand Supreme Pie Awards. Auckland, New Zealand, 2015-7-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Foodstuffs bakers triumphed in two categories and won the overall Supreme Pie Award. A humble potato top pie from New World Greenmeadows, Napier, won New…

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SM Investments Corporation bags five awards from Alpha Southeast Asia magazine

Pasay City, Philippines, 2015-7-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — SM Investments Corporation (SM) bagged five awards from Alpha Southeast Asia magazine based on a poll of investors. SM topped four categories under the 5th Annual Southeast Asia’s Institutional Investor Awards for Corporates. These are Most Organised Investor Relations for the fifth year in a row; Best Senior…

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QVC and Ovarian Cancer Research Fund unite once again for annual designer charity sale “QVC Presents Super Saturday LIVE,” at Hamptons on July 25

QVC and Ovarian Cancer Research Fund Joining Forces for “QVC Presents Super Saturday LIVE” Broadcast WEST CHESTER, Pa., 2015-7-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Help advance the fight against ovarian cancer with stylish steals and dazzling deals.QVC and Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF) are uniting once again for “QVC Presents Super Saturday LIVE,” an annual designer charity sale…

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