Whole Foods Market to invest $230M in pay, benefits for U.S. team members
The investment includes wage increases for hourly store employees, broader health care coverage and access to several Amazon employee benefits beginning in 2027.
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Kroger posts higher Q2 sales, EPS growth
Foran said improving sales momentum remains a top priority, adding that he remains confident in the company's strategy to become "America's favorite grocer."
Food Insecurity: The 15th METRO Shared Kitchen Opens at Sun Youth
The Shared Kitchen will primarily respond to the needs of individuals and families supported by Sun Youth
Fresh Thyme rolls out Afresh Production Planning
Fresh Thyme deli sales rose significantly after production planning moved off paper onto Afresh's AI platform, and the grocer is now expanding across deli, produce, meat, and bakery
Wakefern Food Corp. and Uber Eats partner to expand on-demand grocery delivery across the U.S. Northeast
Over 375 stores spanning Wakefern’s family of banner brands, including ShopRite, join the Uber Eats platform, offering delivery of fresh groceries from trusted neighborhood supermarkets
Albertsons Cos. appoints Meg Whitman as executive chair
Whitman brings over 40 years of business, technology and strategic innovation experience. Kim Fennebresque named lead independent director.
Brookshire Grocery Co. raises more than $313,000 for local schools
The funds will be distributed directly to schools served by BGC stores and used to help provide essential school upplies and resources for students during the 2026-2027 school year
Lidl US to open new Staten Island store on Sept. 30
Grand opening celebration to feature exclusive deals, fresh bakery favorites and special product offerings
California legislature approves first-in-nation ‘Non-Ultra-Processed’ Food Label Program
UPF labeling legislation now heads to Gov. Newsom’s desk
Food Lion associates, community partners and customers unite to reduce food insecurity
Food Lion’s hunger relief platform, Food Lion Feeds, is recognizing Hunger Action Month through three annual initiatives: The Great Pantry Makeover, Sack To Give Back and the Apple Bag Campaign
Power at the Pump: Fuel rewards programs build loyalty
Connecting grocery spending and membership programs to discounts on gas allows retailers to provide a tangible customer benefit while differentiating themselves from competitors
Sprouts Farmers Market opens new store in Hartsdale, New York
From Friday, September 4 through Sunday, September 6, a variety of activities celebrated the grand opening offering fun for the whole family and will lasted all weekend long.
Weis Markets opens remodeled Danville store
Shoppers will find an expanded, market-style produce department with a broader assortment of fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as full-service seafood and meat departments
The Fresh Market joins Feeding America to end hunger this September
Retailer invites guests to round up at the register to support local food banks
Natural Grocers rolls out on-demand delivery nationwide through DoorDash
Customers can now shop thousands of Natural Grocers products online for on-demand delivery from all 174 stores nationwide
Kroger names Mark Ibbotson executive vice president and chief store operations officer
Ibbotson brings decades of experience leading large-scale retail operations through periods of significant transformation