The Fresh Market names grocery outsider as CFO

The hiring of cruise line veteran Jim Heaney follows the specialty grocer’s appointment of a new CEO in March.

By Sam Silverstein • Sept. 3, 2020

Giant Food to sell more local brands online

The grocer has partnered with Union Kitchen, a Washington, D.C.-based food and beverage accelerator, to offer customers local products on its e-commerce platform. 

By Krishna Thakker • Sept. 2, 2020

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Food retailers are depending on techniques designed to build and maintain connections with customers as they strive to stand out.

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Q&A: How Save Mart has created an inclusive work culture

Lee Gelb, vice president of human resources for the California grocer, spoke about her company's recent recognition by Forbes as a top employer for women.

By Sam Silverstein • Sept. 2, 2020

Target adds premium products to its Good & Gather line

Good & Gather Signature has launched with 60 items including small-batch Italian sauces and gourmet pizzas, helping bring the private label line to nearly 2,000 products.

By Krishna Thakker • Sept. 2, 2020

HelloFresh opens two new distribution centers

The meal kit company is leasing facilities in Georgia and Texas to help meet growing demand in the Southeast and Central Texas.

By Jessica Dumont • Sept. 1, 2020

Publix ends one-way aisle rule at most stores

The policy, which experts and shoppers say is regularly disregarded, will still be in effect at locations where it's required by local ordinance.

By Krishna Thakker • Sept. 1, 2020

Giant Eagle debuts its own version of Amazon Go

The retailer served up the commercial launch of Grabango's checkout-free technology at a GetGo Cafe+Market convenience store in Pittsburgh on Tuesday.

By Sam Silverstein • Sept. 1, 2020

Walmart to launch its Walmart+ membership service

The retailer's answer to Amazon Prime touts its store base for free grocery delivery along with fuel and Scan & Go perks. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 1, 2020

Southeastern Grocers unloads more stores as it continues to slim down

The supermarket chain’s sale of 23 Bi-Lo and Harveys locations follows its decision to part with 62 stores earlier this year.

By Sam Silverstein • Sept. 1, 2020

Whole Foods moves beyond stores for online fulfillment

After temporarily converting several locations to online-only operations, the grocer has opened its first permanent e-commerce dark store in Brooklyn.

By Jeff Wells • Sept. 1, 2020

Smart carts get a charge from Amazon and COVID-19

More retailers are looking at the technology thanks to the pandemic and the online retailer's endorsement, but high costs could stymie a broader rollout, experts caution.

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 31, 2020

Costco commits $25M to Black Economic Development Fund

The investment fund supports Black-led financial institutions and community development efforts and is planning to make its first investment in the fourth quarter.

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 31, 2020

Fresh Thyme drops 'Farmers' in new logo

The grocer said an ad campaign will launch this Sunday to support the rebrand.

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 28, 2020

Dollar stores get another boost from pandemic shopping habits in Q2

Dollar General plans to expand DG Fresh to 14,000 stores by the end of 2020, while rival Family Dollar saw higher spending on its food and consumables. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 28, 2020

Instacart sued by DC attorney general for alleged 'deceptive' fees

The company denies the complaint's claim that its optional service fee tricked customers into believing it was used to tip delivery workers when it went to operations instead.

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 28, 2020

Inside the store: Giant Food's new location in Fairfax, Virginia

The 53,000-square-foot supermarket places a premium on fresh and prepared foods, and features energy-efficient lighting, a Starbucks and made-to-order meals. 

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 27, 2020

H-E-B's food hall at Austin, Texas, store to offer takeout and delivery

The space will feature a full-service bar and five restaurants with limited capacity dine-in. 

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 27, 2020

Amazon Fresh opens first grocery store, mixing smart tech with traditional offerings

Access to the long-awaited conventional supermarket in California will initially be limited to invited customers, with an opening to the public set for an unannounced date.

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 27, 2020

Hy-Vee offers free COVID-19 testing

The grocer is one of a handful of food retailers providing the service to customers. It will be available at 11 stores across its eight-state region.

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 27, 2020

Fareway announces second round of bonuses

Hourly employees who have worked in July or August will receive up to $500 each on Sept. 4.

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 26, 2020

Consumer worries over COVID-19 head back up, report says

The Dunnhumby survey also reveals that despite rising concerns, 45% of consumers are satisfied with online grocery shopping, a 27% jump since June. 

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 25, 2020

Lidl to open 50 new US locations by 2021

The German discount grocer plans to spend more than $500 million on its expansion effort, which will bring its store fleet to more than 150.

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 25, 2020

Publix continues in-hospital pharmacy expansion in Florida

The grocer will provide Juniper Medical Center with services and prescriptions found in traditional pharmacies, as well as those that treat cancers like carcinomas and leukemias. 

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 25, 2020

Foxtrot Market's new brand campaign spotlights delivery via app

The small-format grocer’s “Good Stuff Delivered” initiative focuses on bringing the fun back into grocery shopping, while highlighting its e-commerce technology. 

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 25, 2020

BJ's now offers grocery pickup at all locations

The rollout of fresh and frozen goods at the company's 219 clubs follows the introduction of its curbside service in August.

By Sam Silverstein • Updated Oct. 30, 2020