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Indonesia Best eMark Award 2015 goes for Hypermart

Lippo Village, Tangerang, Indonesia, 2015-9-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — SWA-Business Digest Magazine and Telkom University hold the Indonesia Best eMark Award 2015 to celebrate the 2nd Anniversary of Telkom University on September 10, 2015. During the ceremony, Hypermart as the core modern retail business of PT Matahari Putra Prima Tbk, received the prestigious award at the main event…

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DICK’S Sporting Goods opens its 40th store in Ohio at Wayne Towne Center in Wooster

PITTSBURGH, 2015-9-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — DICK'S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), the largest U.S.-based, full-line omni-channel sporting goods retailer, will be opening its 40th store in Ohio and 630thstore nationwide on Friday, September 25th at Wayne Towne Center in Wooster, OH (4027 Burbank Road). DICK'S three-day grand opening celebration will run through Sunday, September 27th.…

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DICK’S Sporting Goods to open its 39th store in Ohio

PITTSBURGH, 2015-9-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — DICK'S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), the largest U.S.-based, full-line omni-channel sporting goods retailer, will be opening its 39th store in Ohio and 629thstore nationwide on Friday, September 25th at Guernsey Crossing in Chillicothe, OH (1251 North Bridge Street). DICK'S three-day grand opening celebration will run through Sunday, September 27th.…

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Food Safety Month: Defense Commissary Agency reminds its patrons to use the guidelines of “Be Food Safe” when they handle their groceries

FORT LEE, Va., 2015-9-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Gambling with food safety is a bet you cannot afford to lose. According to Foodsafety.gov, one in six Americans will fall ill this year from food poisoning, with 100,000 going to the hospital and 3,000 people dying each year. Commissaries have layers of food safety protection to help keep…

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Emily Lawson appointed Chief People Officer Kingfisher plc

Westminster, UK, 2015-9-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Kingfisher plc, the international home improvement company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Emily Lawson as Chief People Officer. She will join the business in October. The appointment completes the international leadership team put together by Kingfisher CEO Véronique Laury. Emily was previously Group HR Director at…

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Kingfisher donates £50,000 to UNICEF’s ‘Syria Children’s emergency appeal’

Westminster, UK, 2015-9-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Kingfisher, the international home improvement company, has today donated £50,000 to UNICEF’s ‘Syria Children’s emergency appeal’ to support their vital work to save and protect Syrian Children. Kingfisher believes that homes are central to people’s lives and with almost two million Syrian children having been forced to flee…

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Office Depot expands its geographical reach in Europe with new partners in Romania and Malta

Austral Trade in Romania and Complete Supplies in Malta are now official Office Depot selling partners BOCA RATON, Fla., 2015-9-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Office Depot, Inc. (NASDAQ: ODP), a leading global provider of office products, services and solutions and parent company of Office Depot and OfficeMax, today announced new partnerships in Romania and Malta to expand…

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Kmart revealed its Fab 15 list of the hottest toys for the 2015 holiday season

HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. , 2015-9-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Kmart today revealed its Fab 15 list of the hottest toys for the 2015 holiday season and announced its first-ever Kid Toy Advisory Board – a select group of kids of Kmart associates who will serve as toy experts and holiday toy consultants. Kmart's annual Fab 15…

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Schnucks and St. Louis Area Diaper Bank to bring diapers to St. Louis area families in need

ST. LOUIS, 2015-9-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — To mark National Diaper Need Awareness Week (Monday, Sept. 28 – Sunday, Oct. 4), Schnucks Markets, Inc. and the St. Louis Area Diaper Bank are teaming up to bring diapers to St. Louis area families in need. Beginning Wednesday, Sept. 23 through Sunday, Oct. 4, most Missouri metro area…

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Save Mart and Lucky stores to collect monetary donations for the American Red Cross fire relief efforts in Northern California

Company enhances relief efforts by offering shoppers the ability to donate money at checkout Modesto, Calif., 2015-9-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Save Mart announced today that its Save Mart and Lucky stores are collecting monetary donations for the American Red Cross fire relief efforts in Northern California. Shoppers can donate any amount they choose at checkout. The…

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Karen McLoughlin appointed Best Buy Board of Directors

MINNEAPOLIS, 2015-9-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Best Buy Co., Inc. announced today the appointment of Karen McLoughlin to its Board of Directors. McLoughlin is the chief financial officer at Cognizant Technology Solutions (Nasdaq: CTSH), a Fortune 500 company and leading provider of information technology, business process and consulting services. McLoughlin, 50, joined Cognizant in 2003 and has…

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The Co-operative Food to donate its warehouse depot surplus food to local charities

MANCHESTER, England, 2015-9-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Co-operative Food will donate its warehouse depot surplus food to local charities as it diverts food for over a million meals away from anaerobic digestion energy plants. Following a successful trial at its depot in Castlewood, Derbyshire, the mutual is rolling out the programme from 14 September, supplying a…

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REWE Group unterstützt Position von NRW

Köln, 2015-9-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Zur Stellungnahme des Landes NRW im Ministererlaubnis-Verfahren Edeka/Kaiser‘s Tengelmann erklärt der Vorstandsvorsitzende der REWE Group Alain Caparros: "NRW-Wirtschaftsminister Garrelt Duin betont zurecht, dass die verlässliche Sicherung der Arbeitsplätze bei Kaiser's Tengelmann oberste Priorität hat. Um dieses Ziel zu erreichen, gibt es bessere Alternativen als die Übernahme durch EDEKA, die…

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Albert Heijn: Grootschalige landelijke actie voor duurzamer eten van start

Amsterdam, 2015-9-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Vanaf aanstaande maandag gaat landelijk voor het tweede jaar de DOE MAAR LEKKER DUURZAAM-actie van start, een initiatief van de Nationale Postcode Loterij met Unilever en Albert Heijn als partners. Met deze actie willen de drie partijen Nederlandse consumenten motiveren om duurzamer te eten. Er wordt daarbij nauw…

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Giant’s digital content platform and magazine Savory Fast, Fresh and Easy recognized by Food Marketing Institute (FMI) with a 2015 Gold Plate Award

Giant’s Savory Fast, Fresh And Easy™ Platform Recognized By Food Marketing Institute Digital Content Platform and Magazine Make Being Healthy Easy and Affordable Landover, Md., 2015-9-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Giant Food of Landover, Md. and its parent company Ahold USA have been recognized by Food Marketing Institute (FMI) with a 2015 Gold Plate Award for…

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Vaccinations now available at all Giant Food of Landover, Md. in-store pharmacies

Flu Vaccinations Now Available At Giant Pharmacies Giant Food, With Unilever and Johnson & Johnson, Will Make a Donation to Local YMCA for Every Flu Shot Administered Landover, Md., 2015-9-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — To help prepare for the coming flu season, vaccinations are now available at all Giant Food of Landover, Md. in-store pharmacies. Flu…

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Al Meera Consumer Goods Company opens its newest branch in Al Wajba, Qatar

Serving the New Rayyan, Muaither, Rawdat Aba El-Heran and Al Sailiya areas Al Wajba, Qatar, 2015-9-15 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Al Meera Consumer Goods Company (Q.S.C) announced the opening of its newest branch in Al Wajba, marking the 40th addition to the successful supermarket chain in Qatar, and the 45th in both Qatar and the Sultanate…

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eBay 2015 Seller Summit: Steve Fisher and RJ Pittman share their vision for eBay’s future

San Jose, California, 2015-9-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — At the 2015 Seller Summit, Chief Product Officer RJ Pittman outlined plans to make eBay the best choice for customers, a powerful platform and a product with relevant experiences. “There are over 800 million items available in our catalog and growing,” he said. Over 1,000 eBay sellers gathered at…

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Best Buy Canada took over Yonge-Dundas Square to host the first-ever Best Buy Life & Tech Wearable Tech Expo and Fashion Show

TORONTO, 2015-9-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today, Best Buy Canada took over Yonge-Dundas Square to host the first-ever Best Buy Life & Tech Wearable Tech Expo and Fashion Show. Throughout the day, guests enjoyed an interactive look at the latest in wearable technology from nearly 30 exhibitors showcasing everything from health and fitness, life-logging cameras,…

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Hudson’s Bay Company, Triple Five add three iconic retail banners to American Dream New Jersey

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE, LORD & TAYLOR, AND SAKS FIFTH AVENUE OFF 5TH TO OPEN IN NEW RETAIL AND ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX TORONTO & NEW YORK, 2015-9-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Hudson's Bay Company (HBC) and Triple Five are pleased to announce the addition of three iconic retail banners to American Dream New Jersey: Saks Fifth Avenue, Lord &…

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Kmart unveils flexible payment options for thousands of holiday items and gifts

HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. , 2015-9-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today, Kmart announced two payment options to help make it easier for shoppers to get everything on their Christmas gift list by planning and budgeting early. No Money Down Layaway is returning for its second year, and for the first time, Kmart is introducing No Money…

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Summer camps and youth development programs for at-risk children as part of new $400,000 Hannaford Helps donation

The program provides new Hannaford Helps funding for young people who face barriers to their success in life. Scarborough, Maine, 2015-9-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — At-risk children will attend local summer camps and youth development programs, and gain access to nutritious food and school supplies, as part of a new $400,000 Hannaford Helps donation. The gift from…

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BRC/SPRINGBOARD: Footfall in August 1.6% lower than a year ago

Footfall in August was 1.6% lower than a year ago, down from the 1.1% fall in July. This was below the three-month average of -1.4%. Both High Streets and Shopping Centres reported a decline, falling 2.3% and 2.8% respectively. Footfall in Shopping Centres is now the lowest since January excluding Easter distortions. Footfall in Retail…

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Kimco Realty’s management to participate in the BofAML Global Real Estate Conference on Sep 16, 2015 in New York

NEW HYDE PARK, N.Y., 2015-9-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Kimco Realty Corp. (NYSE:KIM) announced today that its management will participate in the BofAML Global Real Estate Conference on Wednesday, September 16, 2015 in New York, NY. Kimco management will provide a general overview of the company followed by a question and answer session. The webcast information…

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Topaz Syria Emergency Appeal: Donate 14 Sep – 11 Oct 2015 at any participating service station

DUBLIN, 2015-9-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Donate from the 14th September - 11th October 2015 at any participating Topaz service station. All donations will be transported directly to the affected areas in conjunction with GOAL. Essential items (In new or excellent condition please) 1. Blankets and Quilts (Any size) 2. Warm Jackets (Adult's and Children's) 3. Thermal Socks, Hats,…

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Best Buy introduces new and more convenient Geek Squad protection and service plans

New plans give consumers unmatched help and expert advice for their computing needs, in-store and online SEATTLE, 2015-9-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Technology has changed the world but knowing how to keep it all working – or even get the most out of it – isn’t easy. The fact is, as much as we love…

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Starbucks barista Eric Calderon becomes popular dancing in a viral video

SEATTLE, 2015-9-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — A Starbucks barista might have missed his big chance to appear on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. And, he’s okay with that. A Starbucks barista might have missed his big chance to appear on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. And, he’s okay with that. Eric Calderon wanted a job that gave him…

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Starbucks hands-on training program places Starbucks assistant store managers on a fast track to oversee their own stores

SEATTLE, 2015-9-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — When Vikas became assistant manager of a Starbucks in Vancouver, British Columbia he knew he wasn’t going to remain in that role. His hope was that an eight- to 12-month hands-on training program would put him in a position to manage his own store within a year. And that’s just…

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KESKO: K-Plussa, Walkbase and Seed Digital Media to bring store’s special offers to customer’s mobile phone at store entrance

K-citymarket Turku Kupittaa is testing the attractiveness and functionality of a new service that brings the store's special offers to your mobile phone. When a customer who has joined the test group enters the store, he receives a text message on his mobile phone with the weekly benefit or special product offer. The service is…

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