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Whole Foods Market to provide customers with easy, secure & private way to make grocery purchases with Apple Pay

Whole Foods Market to provide customers with an easy, secure & private way to make grocery purchases at checkout registers AUSTIN, Texas, 2014-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Whole Foods Market (NASDAQ: WFM) today announces its participation with Apple Pay, a new category of service that will transform mobile payments with an easy, secure and private way to…

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Target announces its integration with Apple Pay

MINNEAPOLIS, 2014-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — As if we need more reasons to love our Apple devices… Today, Target is excited to announce its integration with Apple Pay, a new mobile payments service that will provide an easy, secure and private way to make purchases from iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus. With Apple Pay, guests using the Target app for iOS will be able…

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Target and TOMS team up on limited-edition collection for the holidays

MINNEAPOLIS, 2014-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Listen up, Target and TOMS enthusiasts, because we’ve got news that’ll knock your socks (and canvas shoes) off: Target and TOMS are teaming up on a limited-edition collection for the holidays. Not only will you find pieces you’ll want to give – and get – but for each item purchased,…

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VIA initiative to support the development of methodology for assessing the impacts of FSC forest management certification

The VIA Initiative LONDON, 2014-9-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — By 2050 we’re likely to need three times more wood than we do today, yet forests are fighting for their lives as the ground they stem from is being sought for alternative uses. The key to keeping forests standing is to make them viable so they…

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Giant Food of Landover, Md. introduced electronic cap alternative to the traditional prescription medication caps Rx Timer Cap

Cutting Edge Cap Works with Any Prescription Medication Landover, Md., 2014-9-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — To encourage appropriate use of prescription medication, Giant Food of Landover, Md. has introduced Rx Timer Cap, an electronic cap that is an alternative to the traditional prescription medication caps. Rx Timer Cap fits standard prescription containers and is available with…

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The National Grocers Association and FMS Solutions released the results of their joint 2014 Independent Grocers Financial Survey covering fiscal year 2013

Arlington, VA, 2014-9-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Grocers Association (NGA) and FMS Solutions today released the results of their joint 2014 Independent Grocers Financial Survey, covering fiscal year 2013. Independents' financial performance much mirrored the nation's economy which showed modest growth and both ups and downs in consumer, financial and market performance indicators.…

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Argos: demand for wheeled shopping trolley soared by 25% since this time last year

Milton Keynes, UK, 2014-9-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — With university students needing to have more of their gear to hand, one of the most ridiculed shopping accessories seen on the British high street has seen an unexpected surge in popularity – the wheeled shopping trolley. Leading retailer Argos has seen the demand for trolleys increase by…

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Sainsbury’s challenges pupils to cook the ultimate, great tasting, healthy meal with the launch of its nationwide schools competition Sainsbury’s Active Kids Superstar Cooks

LONDON, 2014-9-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — As a nation, our cooking age is falling short of our real age, and we are reaching it much later than we should, according to new research released today by Sainsbury’s. The research comes as the retailer announces plans to inspire a new generation of children to eat…

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Tesco’s 1950s delivery van driven by colleague in authentic 1950s driver’s uniform to appear at this year’s Goodwood Revival Festival in Sussex

Cheshunt, England, 2014-9-9 — /EPR Retail News/ —  A 1950s Tesco delivery van has been touring central London this morning, visiting landmarks including the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace and Regent Street, before heading to Great Ormond Street Hospital to donate a mix of retro and modern toys to its onsite school. The retro van, similar to…

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Costume designer Chris March adds new accessories to its Halloween costumes collection at Target

MINNEAPOLIS, 2014-9-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — It should come as no surprise that Chris March — renowned costume designer and reality TV alum — is scarily serious about Halloween costumes. So for the second year in a row, he’s created a collection of Big Fun Halloween wigs for Target. New this year: he’s added a few accessories to the…

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TranslateMedia Joins Demandware LINK to Accelerate Commerce Innovation

Pre-built integration makes it faster and easier for Demandware clients to deploy and maintain localised ecommerce sites in target markets. London, UK, 2014-9-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — TranslateMedia today announced that it has become a Demandware® LINK Technology Partner, joining a best-of-breed community committed to accelerating the adoption of innovative commerce technologies that are complementary…

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Grammy Award-Winning band Train to perform live at QVC on September 5 during the “Train: Q Sessions Live®” broadcast

The Grammy Award-Winning Band to Perform Live from the Multimedia Retailer WEST CHESTER, Pa., 2014-9-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — Train, the San Francisco hitmakers behind three Grammy Awards, are performing live at QVC Friday, September 5 at 5PM (ET) during the “Train: Q Sessions Live®” broadcast. The hour-long broadcast will showcase songs from their new album, Bulletproof Picasso,…

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Defense Commissary Agency reminds patrons on how to “Be Food Safe” at home during National Food Safety Education Month

FORT LEE, Va., 2014-9-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — Food safety is a group hug, when you consider everyone who has a role in protecting consumers from foodborne illnesses. For the Defense Commissary Agency, that process begins where the food originates and continues all the way to the store shelf. However, during September, National Food Safety Education Month, DeCA…

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David Beckham and Jonnie Peacock to inspire young athletes heading to the Sainsbury’s 2014 School Games

David Beckham and Jonnie Peacock were reunited today over a decade after their first meeting, this time to inspire young athletes heading to the Sainsbury’s 2014 School Games.The sporting icons shared invaluable advice and support to prepare the athletes for the event, which takes place at various sporting venues across Manchester, this weekend. LONDON, 2014-9-4 —…

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BRC-Nielsen Shop Price Index August 2014: Overall shop prices reported deflation for the sixteenth consecutive month, decelerating to 1.6% in August from 1.9% in July

LONDON, 2014-9-3 — /EPR Retail News/ —  The deceleration in the overall SPI figure has broken the four month declining trend. Food inflation remained at 0.3% in August – the lowest ever recorded. Non-food reported deceleration in deflation of 2.9% in August from 3.3% in July. Helen Dickinson, British Retail Consortium Director General, said: "Shop prices reported deflation of…

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7-Eleven, Inc. celebrates 50 years of fresh-brewed on-the-go coffee with 50-cent coffee from Sept. 3 through Sept. 14

Brew News: 50 Years Ago 7‑Eleven Introduced On-the-Go Coffee to America, Retailer Now Celebrates Anniversary with 50-cent Coffee Dallas, 2014-9-3 — /EPR Retail News/ — 7‑Eleven, Inc., the first national retailer to offer fresh-brewed coffee in to-go cups, celebrates 50 years of on-the-go coffee with 50-cent coffee from Sept. 3 through Sept. 14. During this time, a small-size…

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Meijer and Mondelēz to commemorate the grassroots campaign Kick In for Your Community on Sept. 4 with U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team player Sean Johnson

Plymouth, Mich., 2014-9-3 — /EPR Retail News/ — Meijer and Mondelēz will commemorate the targeted grassroots campaign Kick In for Your Community on Sept. 4 with U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team player Sean Johnson and a $100,000 donation to the Michigan State Youth Soccer Association and five other state associations including Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Northern Ohio…

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JCPenney’s all-new Sports Fan Shop experience on JCPenney.com to be powered by sports eCommerce leader Fanatics

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., 2014-9-3 — /EPR Retail News/ —  JCPenney today announced the launch of an all-new Sports Fan Shop experience on JCPenney.com that will be powered by Fanatics, the largest online retailer of officially licensed sports merchandise. Fanatics, which operates the e-commerce platform for hundreds of collegiate and professional sports teams, leagues and media sites, will provide…

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Exclusive edition of country music star Jason Aldean’s sixth studio album available at Target

MINNEAPOLIS, 2014-9-3 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Multi-platinum country music star Jason Aldean just announced his upcoming sixth studio album, “Old Boots, New Dirt.” And the Target-exclusive edition will have three additional songs: “Fast Lanes,” “Too Much You For Me” and “Ain't No Easy Way.” The album, which hits stores Oct. 7, can be pre-ordered now at Target.com/MoreJasonAldean. Aldean…

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Starbucks to serve La Boulange® bakery products starting September 2

Seattle, WA,  2014-9-1 — /EPR Retail News/ —   Starbucks® Pumpkin Spice Latte isn’t the only customer favorite returning to stores this fall. A trio of bakery items by La Boulange® will be available on September 2. Pumpkin Scone: Filled with flavors of the season, pumpkin pie spice, brown sugar, cinnamon and topped with delicious icing. Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin: Richly spiced…

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Gap to air series of films by Academy Award-nominated director David Fincher as part of its new campaign Dress Normal

Dress Normal celebrates individuality and authenticity of personal style NEW YORK, 2014-8-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — Gap, the iconic American clothing brand, today revealed a series of films that will air on TV, in cinema, in stores and online, created by Academy Award-nominated director David Fincher (The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo, The Social Network, Fight Club and the…

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REWE Group joins European association Independent Retail Europe

Brussels/Cologne, 2014-8-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — By joining the European association Independent Retail Europe on 1 September, the REWE Group gets to the final round in reaching one of its key objectives: strengthening its independent retailers. Independent Retail Europe represents groups of independent retailers and associations of these groups, and service providers to independent retailers in the…

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H&M announces Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga will star in its Holiday campaign for 2014

H&M is proud to announce that Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga will star in its Holiday campaign for 2014. Stockholm, Sweden,  2014-8-28 — /EPR Retail News/ —  The two superstars will both appear in the commercial, performing a track from their album Cheek to Cheek, which will be released on September 23rd. The upcoming album is a…

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Target adopts Like2Buy; lets Instagram users easily buy products featured in photos from participating brands

MINNEAPOLIS, 2014-8-28 — /EPR Retail News/ —  You know those moments when that must-have pair of shoes or one-of-a-kind bag appears in your Instagram feed? How about the bummed out feeling after, because you can’t quickly buy what you see? We’re all familiar with the longing that comes from countless hours scouring the Internet tracking down the object…

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Cooking School @ Market Bistro by Price Chopper to offer variety of classes starting September 4

Latham, N.Y., 2014-8-28 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Beginning September 4, the Cooking School @ Market Bistro by Price Chopper will be offering a variety of classes that range from basic cooking to more advanced recipes and skill levels, including; ethnic foods, quick meals, appetizers, baking and pastry classes. The registration fee for each class ranges from…

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ICSC and Goldman Sachs Weekly Chain Store Sales Index increased 4.2% for the week ending August 23 compared to the prior year

NEW YORK, 2014-8-27 — /EPR Retail News/ —  The International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) and Goldman Sachs Weekly Chain Store Sales Index increased 4.2% for the week ending August 23 – relative to the prior year. On a week-over-week basis, sales increased 0.6%. “According to the ICSC-GS consumer tracking survey business was strong across the board…

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Commissary announces sales events this Fall

FORT LEE, Va., 2014-8-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — As summer fades, commissary shoppers will see plenty of cool sales events from Labor Day promotions and National Breakfast Month food samplings to Oktoberfest celebrations, with lots of coupons full of high value savings. Throughout September, DeCA's industry partners – vendors, suppliers and brokers – are collaborating with commissaries…

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Meijer hosts more than 20 in-store parties to welcome 40,000 incoming college freshmen across the Midwest

Retailer hosts more than 20 in-store parties for incoming students across the Midwest GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2014-8-26 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Midwest retailer Meijer is welcoming an estimated 40,000 incoming college freshmen as they head to campus this fall during the widely-popular in-store parties dubbed “Meijer Mania.” These annual Back-to-College events celebrate incoming students in style during a…

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ShopRite of Waretown extends its delivery service for its popular ShopRite from Home service to all of Long Beach Island

Waretown, NJ, 2014-8-26 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Stocking up for that beach vacation just got easier! ShopRite of Waretown has announced that it has extended its delivery service for its popular ShopRite from Home service to all of Long Beach Island. By placing an order online at ShopRite.com or via the ShopRite from Home mobile app,…

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ShopRite of Greenway Plaza in Yonkers to award “Win Free Groceries for a Year” Sweepstakes winner on August 29, 2014

New York, 2014-8-26 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Gift card presentation and celebration scheduled for Friday, August 29th at 2 PM WHAT: ShopRite recently held a sweepstakes to award one lucky customer with a year of free groceries! The winner of ShopRite’s “Win Free Groceries for a Year” Sweepstakes is Mount Vernon resident Jeanine Beard,who was chosen from more than 20,000 customer…

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