May 29, 2013: The Week in Stocks
Data for North American food retailers tracked by SN, at the close May 29, 2013. read more Supermarket News
Category: SN News
Pro’s Ranch Markets Files Chapter 11
ONTARIO, Calif. — Pro’s Ranch Markets, a chain of 11 Hispanic-oriented stores based here, said Friday it has filed for voluntary reorganization under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. … Continue Reading →
Giant Eagle Flips Valu King to Good Cents
PITTSBURGH — Giant Eagle has reopened one of its Valu King discount stores under the new Good Cents Grocery + More banner, the company said. read more Supermarket News
Shoppers Tout A&P Store Brand in Video
MONTVALE, N.J. — A&P is promoting a new package design for its America’s Choice private label with a video featuring real consumer interviews. read more Supermarket News
Safeway Names Libenson New CIO
PLEASANTON, Calif. — Safeway on Friday said Barry Libenson is joining the company as senior vice president and chief information officer, effective July 1. read more Supermarket News
Of the recent crop of food retail IPOs (both new and planned), which will be most successful in the long term?
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Safeway Sweetens Candy Offerings
PLEASANTON, Calif. — Safeway has launched dark chocolate candy bars under its Safeway Select brand. read more Supermarket News
Weis to Hold Recipe Contest for National Dairy Month
SUNBURY, Pa. — Weis Markets will hold a recipe contest on its Facebook page in June for National Dairy Month. read more Supermarket News
Training: A Great Idea for Grocery
After much research and discussion, we decided to create the role of a store trainer. Industry Voices read more Supermarket News
5 Illnesses Linked to Raw Milk in Pa.
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Five cases of campylobacter have been linked to raw milk from a Pennsylvania farm, according to the state departments of health and agriculture. read more Supermarket News