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7‑Eleven’s Operation: Take Command contest announces all three finalists as winners

DALLAS, 2015-5-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — 7‑Eleven, Inc. hit a triple in Operation: Take Command, the contest to award a U.S. military veteran a 7‑Eleven® store. Although one finalist was expected to emerge in the last round of the competition, all three finalists were selected as winners. Active-duty Active Duty U.S. Army Captain Robert Kemna of Miami…
May 6, 20150Comments

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Ahold: Giant Carlisle named 2015 Chain Retailer of the Year by U.S. monthly business publication Grocery Headquarters

Giant Carlisle has been named 2015 Chain Retailer of the Year by Grocery Headquarters, a national U.S. monthly business publication with a circulation of more than 33,000. The recognition was given for the company’s deep commitment to community, its dedicated associates, its emphasis on buying local, and its focus on nutrition. Carlisle, PA, 2015-5-6 — /EPR…
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IKEA officially plugged-in Kansas’ largest rooftop solar array, atop the recently opened IKEA Merriam

MERRIAM, KS, 2015-5-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — IKEA, the world’s leading home furnishings retailer, today announced it had officially plugged-in Kansas’ largest rooftop solar array, atop the recently opened IKEA Merriam. The 92,000-square-foot solar array consists of a 730.17-kW DC system, comprised of 2,394 panels, and will produce approximately 986,800 kWh of electricity annually for…
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Carrefour Argentina president Daniel Fernández awarded the Executive of the Year prize at the Entrepreneur of the Year Award Ceremony organized by Ernst & Young

Argentina, 2015-5-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — Daniel Fernández, President of Carrefour Argentina, has been awarded the Executive of the Year prize at the Entrepreneur of the Year Award Ceremony organized for the fifth consecutive year by consultancy and auditing firm, Ernst & Young (E&Y). The EY Entrepreneur Of the Year programme was created 29 years…
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Carrefour China launches its first fleet of electric shuttle bus at Caoying Store, Shanghai

SHANGHAI, CHINA, 2015-5-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — On 23 April, Carrefour China launched its first fleet of electric shuttle bus at Caoying Store, Shanghai. This marks Carrefour the first chained retailer in China to drive the "green consumption, green transportation" into the local communities. Mr. Eric Deliers, The Carrefour East Territory President & Carrefour China…
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Starbucks introduces caffeine-free Teavana® Oprah Chai Herbal Blend

Introducing Teavana Oprah Chai Herbal Blend – a new, naturally caffeine-free blend with chai spices and citrusy effervescence SEATTLE, 2015-5-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — The new caffeine-free Teavana® Oprah Chai Herbal Blend is now available in U.S. and Canada Starbucks stores as a hot brewed tea and packaged loose-leaf tea. The blend offers a naturally caffeine-free…
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Starbucks announces Starbucks Partner Cup Contest winners

SEATTLE, 2015-5-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — The three winners of Starbucks Partner Cup Contest drew inspiration from their childhoods to create stunning designs that will be produced on Starbucks reusable cups and available for purchase later this year. The winners are: Ben Cowley, a barista in Texas who’s been with Starbucks for almost a year;…
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METRO GROUP continues positive trend in its operating business during the second quarter of the financial year 2014/15

Like-for-like sales of METRO GROUP again with substantial increase: + 2.5% in Q2 2014/15 and +2.2% in H1 2014/15 Online and delivery sales continue to show strong momentum EBIT before special items on previous year’s level in Q2 at €-40 million, reaches €984 million in H1 2014/15 (H1 2013/14: €1,033 million)  Negative impact on EBIT…
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Toys“R”Us: Get SECRET WARS: ARMOR WARS #1/2 as a FREE Gift with purchase as part of the Company’s Immersive Marvel’s Avengers: The Age of Ultron Retail Program

Beginning May 3, Toys“R”Us Customers Can Receive SECRET WARS: ARMOR WARS #1/2 as a FREE Gift with Purchase as Part of the Company’s Immersive Marvel’s Avengers: The Age of Ultron Retail Program New York, NY, 2015-5-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — This May, the most anticipated comic event of the year will officially unleash as Marvel Comics…
May 5, 20150Comments

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bol.com names Margaret Versteden as its new SVP Marketing

Margaret Versteden has been appointed as the new SVP Marketing of bol.com. As of June 1, Margaret will succeed Michel Schaeffer, who is leaving the company to pursue a new phase in his career. He will stay on until August 1 to help ensure a smooth transition. Zaandam, the Netherlands, 2015-5-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — Margaret…
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Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) recognized by the Saskatchewan Waste Reduction Council for its environmental efforts

Saskatoon, Canada, 2015-5-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — While a cleaner, greener earth is a reward of its own, the Saskatchewan Waste Reduction Council has recognized Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) for its environmental efforts. “FCL is committed to reducing waste, increasing our waste diversion and being leaders in environmental sustainability,” said Sustainability Advisor Brittney Hoemsen. “We’re…
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NACS: University of Wisconsin students’ proposed battery swap model wins the Fuels Institute’s inaugural Future of Transportation Case Competition

ALEXANDRIA, VA, 2015-5-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — A proposed battery swap model developed by University of Wisconsin students to increase the viability of electric vehicles was named the winner of the Fuels Institute’s inaugural Future of Transportation Case Competition at the Institute’s Spring Meeting in New Orleans. The University of Wisconsin team’s proposal, “Electricity and Petroleum…
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Price Chopper to hold its 7th annual “Build-A-Bouquet” activity just in time for mother’s day, May 9-10

Schenectady, NY, 2015-5-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — The youngest shoppers will have the opportunity to put together a special gift for Mom at Price Chopper’s 7th annual “Build-A-Bouquet” activity on Saturday, May 9 (the day before Mother’s Day) from 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm and on Sunday, May 10 (Mother’s Day) from 10:00 am –…
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Hy-Vee’s CEO and President Randy Edeker elected chairman of the board for the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS)

WEST DES MOINES, Iowa, 2015-5-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — Hy-Vee, Inc. Chairman of the Board, CEO and President Randy Edeker was elected chairman of the board for the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) at the trade organization’s annual meeting in Florida earlier this week. As chairman of the board, Edeker will work with the NACDS…
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Meijer opened new 190,000-square-foot built to LEED standards supercenter in Alpena, Michigan

190,000-square-foot store features fresh produce delivered daily, a free prescription program and pharmacy services promoting family health GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2015-5-1 — /EPR Retail News/ — Meijer opened one of its first stores of the year today in Alpena, Mich.  The new supercenter provides local residents and neighbors in Hillman, Rogers City, Posen and Ossineke access…
May 1, 20150Comments

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Meijer opened new 190,000-square-foot supercenter in Manistee, Michigan

190,000-square-foot store features fresh produce delivered daily, a free prescription program and pharmacy services promoting family health GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2015-5-1 — /EPR Retail News/ — Meijer opened one of its first stores of the year today in Manistee, Mich. The new supercenter provides local residents and neighbors in Ludington, Cadillac, Bear Lake, Frankfort and Scottville access to…
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Celebrity chef Mario Batali and culinary expert Gail Simmons to participate in this year’s Meijer LPGA Celebrity Chef Cookoff presented by Kraft

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2015-5-1 — /EPR Retail News/ — Nationally-acclaimed celebrity chef Mario Batali and culinary expert Gail Simmons will participate in this year’s Meijer LPGA Celebrity Chef Cookoff presented by Kraft. The entertaining and interactive cooking event will be held at 6:30 p.m. July 24 at the Grand Rapids Public Museum, and will showcase their personal…
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Whole Foods Market’s flagship store in downtown Austin celebrates its 35th anniversary by donating 1 percent of each day’s net sales to local nonprofits

Percentage of net sales May 4 through 8 at flagship store will benefit nonprofits AUSTIN, Texas, 2015-5-1 — /EPR Retail News/ — From May 4 to 8, Whole Foods Market’s flagship store in downtown Austin will celebrate the grocer’s 35th anniversary by donating 1 percent of each day’s net sales to local nonprofits that are also celebrating momentous…
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Whole Foods Market and Instacart make traditional floral delivery convenient and affordable this Mother’s Day

Whole Trade® flowers delivered in as little as one hour, combined with gifts curated by experts at America’s Healthiest Grocery Store® AUSTIN, Texas, 2015-5-1 — /EPR Retail News/ —  An estimated 54 million American households will purchase flowers or plants for Mother’s Day* so Whole Foods Market (NASDAQ: WFM) and Instacart are making it more convenient…
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X5 Retail Group acquires 100% stake in SPAR Retail from A&NN Investments Ltd

Moscow, 2015-5-1 — /EPR Retail News/ — X5 Retail Group (‘X5’ or the ‘Company’), a leading Russian food retailer, and A&NN Investments ltd, one of biggest privately-owned investment groupings, announce the acquisition by X5 Retail Group of 100% stake in SPAR Retail, owned by A&NN Investments Ltd. SPAR Retail operates 26 stores (previously – under…
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Harris Teeter launches its 4th annual Support Our Troops donation card campaign; benefits both the USO and Wounded Warrior Project®

2014 Campaign: Over $1.1 Million Donated Thanks to Generous Shoppers, Associates MATTHEWS, NC, 2015-5-1 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tomorrow, May 1, Harris Teeter will launch its fourth annual Support Our Troops donation card campaign. Support Our Troops benefits both the USO and Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP), two organizations committed to supporting U.S. troops and their families. During…
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Haggen donates more than $40,000 to support the four national parks located in Washington and Oregon

West Coast grocer continues tradition of giving back with expansion Bellingham, Wash., 2015-5-1 — /EPR Retail News/ — To show its love for the precious lakes, rivers, beaches and mountains of the Pacific Northwest, West Coast regional grocer Haggen is donating more than $40,000 to support the four national parks located in Washington and Oregon. The dollar amount…
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J Sainsbury plc announces that David Keens will join the Board as a non-executive director from 29 April 2015

LONDON, 2015-5-1 — /EPR Retail News/ — J Sainsbury plc today announces that David Keens will join the Board as a non-executive director from 29 April 2015. This follows the previously announced retirement of Gary Hughes who will step down at the company’s AGM on 8 July 2015. David was the Group Finance Director of Next plc from…
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A new variety of asparagus Burgundine will be sold exclusively by Tesco

A new variety of asparagus that can also be eaten raw is to be trialled in the UK next week. Cheshunt, England, 2015-5-1 — /EPR Retail News/ — The variety, called Burgundine, is a purple and green cross and has been grown in Thornham, north Norfolk, specifically as a new salad crop. Burgundine asparagus will be sold exclusively…
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Starbucks opens its first-ever express format store at 14 Wall Street New York

NEW YORK, 2015-5-1 — /EPR Retail News/ — New York moves at fast pace – whether in the boroughs, in The Bowery or on Broadway. Manhattan nearly doubles its population every day as commuters make their way into the city, according to the most recent U.S. Census data, and in the Financial District thousands of people…
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Harris Teeter to welcome shoppers to its Pine Ridge Plaza location on May 13, 2015 to celebrate its grand opening

Company to Celebrate Grand Opening with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony SALEM, NC, 2015-4-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — Harris Teeter is proud to welcome shoppers to its Pine Ridge Plaza location on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at 8 a.m. as the company celebrates its grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony. This location will replace the Reynolda Commons store…
April 30, 20150Comments

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Herb Winchester Jr. returns to the Gulf Coast area on May 3 to take the reins of DeCA’s Zone 1

FORT LEE, Va., 2015-4-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — After three and a half years as director of the Defense Commissary Agency's East Area, Herb Winchester Jr. is returning to the Gulf Coast area May 3 to take the reins of DeCA's Zone 1, a zone he managed in 2005 when Hurricane Katrina wreaked devastation. "Herb's done a…
April 30, 20150Comments

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The Stop & Shop Supermarket Company LLC announces the grand opening of new Nantucket Mid Island Stop & Shop on May 1

Bigger store offers expanded meat, seafood and produce, even a salad bar to better serve island customers Quincy, MA, 2015-4-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Stop & Shop Supermarket Company LLC is announcing the grand opening on May 1 at 6:00 am of the newly-built Mid Island Stop & Shop at 31 Sparks Avenue. This new store…
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