Allegiance Retail Services named Jason Ferreira, a co-op member and vice chairman of the board of directors, as acting chairman of the board and CEO, effective immediately. Ferreira has served on Allegiance’s board of directors since 2021 and has been a co-op member since 2013. The change is part of the board’s succession development plan. […]
Category: Northeast
Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, Featured News, News, Northeast, Private Label Brands, Wakefern
Wakefern Food Corp. Names Ruane Director Of Own Brands
Wakefern Food Corp. has promoted Chris Ruane to director of Own Brands. In his new role, Ruane will focus on advancing product innovation, optimizing assortment, strengthening supplier partnerships and delivering quality and value across brands including Bowl & Basket, Wholesome Pantry and Paperbird. He will report to Chief Sales Officer Darren Caudill. “Chris’s deep industry […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, News, Northeast, ShopRite
Di Bruno Bros. Brings New Italian Snacks To ShopRite Shelves
Di Bruno Bros. is expanding its Italian-inspired collection with new products designed for spring and summer entertaining, the company announced April 20. The new items are rolling out now in ShopRite stores and other leading supermarket retailers nationwide. Founded in 1939 by Italian immigrant brothers Danny and Joe Di Bruno, the company has grown from […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Featured News, Giant Food, News, Northeast
Annual Giant Barbecue Battle Returns June 27-28 To Washington, D.C.
The 34th Annual Giant Barbecue Battle will take place June 27-28 between 3rd and 7th streets on Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C., featuring world-class barbecue, international flavors, celebrity chefs, live music and activities for all ages. Recognized by the U.S. Congress as the Official National Barbecue Championship, the event ranks as one of the country’s […]
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Giant Food Celebrates Grand Reopenings In VA, MD
Giant Food celebrated a milestone day May 8, with back-to-back grand reopening ceremonies at remodeled stores in Vienna, Virginia, and Germantown, Maryland. The events mark not only an investment in the company’s physical footprint but also the grocer’s 90th anniversary. “Since opening our first store as the region’s very first self-service supermarket, we recognize that […]
Posted inCenter Store, News, Northeast
Fresh Del Monte Names Pittsburgh As New Hub For Foods Division
Del Monte Foods Inc., a division of Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc., reaffirmed its long connection to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, by making the city its central hub. The announcement comes after Fresh Del Monte recently acquired Del Monte Foods, which will continue operating there. “Pittsburgh has been an important part of our story for more than […]
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Giant Eagle Taps Ibotta As Exclusive Digital Promotions Partner
Giant Eagle Inc. has selected Ibotta as the provider of digital promotions across its 200-plus supermarkets and platforms. The partnership represents a step forward in the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based grocer’s “Because It Matters” business strategy, a multi-year plan centered on delivering better everyday value and a modernized shopping experience. By integrating with the Ibotta Performance Network, […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Featured News, News, Northeast, Stop & Shop
Stop & Shop Expands Grocery Delivery With Uber Eats
Stop & Shop has begun a partnership with Uber Eats to bring enhanced on-demand grocery delivery to customers in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York and Rhode Island. Stop & Shop’s more than 350 stores are live on the Uber Eats marketplace. The launch provides another channel for customers to access fresh foods, pantry staples, […]