Lidl Continues East Coast Expansion With New Store in the Bronx
Lidl US is set to unveil its newest grocery store in the Bronx on October 23, marking yet another stride in its ambitious expansion within the East Coast retail landscape. The new store, strategically positioned at 700 Exterior Street, will…
Peck’s Markets Now Part of Allegiance Retail Services
Allegiance Retail Services (ARS) has expanded its grocery co-op by welcoming Peck’s Markets, a group of four employee-owned supermarkets located in New York’s Sullivan County. This strategic acquisition marks a significant milestone not only for ARS but also for the…
Grocers Kick Into Disaster Relief Mode After Hurricane Helene
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, communities in western North Carolina are facing unprecedented challenges. The storm left a trail of destruction, resulting in an estimated economic impact ranging from $95 billion to $110 billion, as calculated by AccuWeather. As…
Stop & Shop Propels COO to President Role
In a significant transition within its leadership team, Ahold Delhaize USA has appointed Roger Wheeler as the new president of Stop & Shop, effective September 30, 2024. This move follows the retirement of long-time president Gordon Reid, who has been…
KROGER IN COURT: Getting Ready for Trial 3 – This Time in Colorado
As the legal saga surrounding the proposed merger between Kroger and Albertsons unfolds, Colorado is set to become the latest battleground. A trial poised to begin on September 30 aims to challenge the $24.6 billion merger, following similar proceedings in…
Save A Lot Grows in the South
Discount grocery chain Save A Lot has made a significant entrance into the Martin, Tennessee market with the recent opening of a new store. On September 18, the E.W. James Group officially launched this location, transforming an existing grocery store…
Albertsons Debuts Bee Lightly Own Brand Wines
Albertsons, a grocery retail giant, continues to innovate within its private label strategy with the introduction of its Bee Lightly wine collection. This new line, joining the retailer’s Own Brands portfolio, features both a Chardonnay and a Rosé, each presented…
KROGER IN COURT: Grocery CEOs Testify in Washington State
On September 23, 2024, the courtroom in Seattle witnessed a crucial moment in the ongoing trial to potentially block the largest proposed grocery merger in U.S. history. Kroger’s Chairman and CEO, Rodney McMullen, alongside Albertsons’ CEO, Vivek Sankaran, took to…
Sootheez Throat Drops: A Refreshing Approach to Throat Relief
In today’s health-conscious marketplace, consumers are increasingly gravitating towards products that not only promise efficacy but also prioritize clean, sustainable ingredients. The introduction of Sootheez Throat Drops exemplifies this trend. Crafted with non-GMO and USDA Certified Organic ingredients, these throat…
KROGER IN COURT: All Eyes on Divestiture Plan
As the Washington state antitrust case surrounding the proposed $24.6 billion merger between Kroger and Albertsons unfolds, significant attention has turned toward the divestiture scheme tied to the transaction, particularly the role of C&S Wholesale Grocers. Now in its fourth…
