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New Supermarket Opens In Bloomingdale New Supermarket Opens In Bloomingdale
New Supermarket Opens In Bloomingdale Food shoppers in Passaic County have a new place to browse the aisles. Bloomingdale Supermarket by Foodtown celebrated its grand opening on Friday, Jan. 5. The new 8,000 square foot supermarket is at 78 Main St. in the borough, replacing the former IGA supermarket. The supermarket, run by Adam Shapiro and his family, plans to offer natural and organic items, fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, specialty meats and cheeses and fresh flowers. This is the second supermarket run by the Shapiro family. Bloomingdale Supermarket by Foodtown will be open seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m…
Woman, 63, ID'd As Walker Killed In Chain-Reaction Car Crash In Malden: DA Woman, 63, ID'd As Walker Killed In Chain-Reaction Car Crash In Malden: DA
Woman, 63, ID'd As Walker Killed In Chain-Reaction Car Crash In Malden: DA A 63-year-old Malden native was identified as the person who was hit and killed last week in Middlesex County as she was walking near the road, authorities said.  Mary "Teresa" McTaggart died Thursday, Oct. 19, as she walked along Main Street at Mountain Avenue in Malden around 1:15 p.m. when she was struck in a chain-reaction crash, the Middlesex County District Attorney said.  An initial investigation found that a BMW SUV was driving south on Main Street when it crashed into a vehicle at a stop light, went off the roadway, and hit two telephone poles before crashing into Mc…
Grocery Store Reopens After Months Of Renovations In Norwalk Grocery Store Reopens After Months Of Renovations In Norwalk
Grocery Store Reopens After Months Of Renovations In Norwalk A supermarket in Fairfield County that had been closed for months to complete renovations has reopened for business.  Cingari Family ShopRite, located in Norwalk at 360 Connecticut Ave., opened its doors to the public on Sunday, March 12 after completing renovations that expand the store and allow it to offer more services, the store's owners announced.  The renovations added features to the store such as:  The Grill, which will offer fresh made-to-order breakfast sandwiches and other lunch/dinner meals like hamburgers, hot dogs, Philly cheesesteaks, hot pastrami, chicken parm, sausage, …
And The Winner Is: Website Reveals Results Of Comparison Of Grocery Giants Whole Foods, Wegmans And The Winner Is: Website Reveals Results Of Comparison Of Grocery Giants Whole Foods, Wegmans
And The Winner Is: Website Reveals Results Of Comparison Of Grocery Giants Whole Foods, Wegmans It was a supermarket showdown and there could only be one winner. Grocery giants Whole Foods and Wegmans found themselves under the microscope during recent visits by Business Insider reporter Mary Meisenzahl, who wanted to find out which store was more worthy of her dollar. First up was Wegmans, the Rochester, New York-based regional chain of grocery stores that has 109 stores throughout the Northeast. Meisenzahl touted the large selection of pre-made salad bowls and expansive array of produce, including harder to find items like starfruit, jackfruit, and cherimoya. She also praised the…
New ShopRite Opens In Huntington Commons Shopping Center New ShopRite Opens In Huntington Commons Shopping Center
New ShopRite Opens In Huntington Commons Shopping Center A new supermarket has opened for business on Long Island. The ribbon-cutting and grand opening event for the new ShopRite in the Huntington Commons shopping center was set for 10 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 11, representatives announced. The 65,000-square-foot store, located at 839 New York Ave. in Huntington, is opened and operated by Seth and Jon Greenfield. The supermarket offers an in-store Nuts Factory kiosk with specialty nuts, a kosher bakery, along with seafood, meat, produce, and floral departments, representatives said. The store is set to be open daily from 6 a.m. to 10…
Trader Joe's Opens Up Newest Maryland Location Trader Joe's Opens Up Newest Maryland Location
Trader Joe's Opens Up Newest Maryland Location The first Trader Joe's in Prince George's County has opened its doors to customers, bringing the community a fresh new option for groceries. The College Park supermarket is a part of the Aster College Park mixed-used community at 4429 Calvert Road. The 11,000 square foot store is the 10th Maryland store to open. "Step inside and you'll find unconventional and organic products in the Trader Joe's label like Mandarin Orange Chicken, Cauliflower Gnocchi, and Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate, as well as everyday basics like organic milk, eggs, meat, and organic produce. We are a good source for gre…
Stop & Shop Unveils Remodeled Ridgewood Store Stop & Shop Unveils Remodeled Ridgewood Store
Stop & Shop Unveils Remodeled Ridgewood Store Stop & Shop has officially unveiled the interior of its newly remodeled store in Ridgewood. Featuring an expanded produce section, upgraded deli and dairy departments, an enlarged frozen section, diversified International offerings, upgraded front-end and pharmacies, and more, the Franklin Avenue store is described as noticeably brighter and more modern. Ridgewood Mayor Susan Knudsen attended the store’s ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, Oct. 21. “We’re excited to share our newly remodeled store with our local shoppers,” said Chris Tahmoosh, Store Manager of Stop & Shop Ridge…
Amazon Fresh Opens Suburban Philadelphia Store: Here's How It Works Amazon Fresh Opens Suburban Philadelphia Store: Here's How It Works
Amazon Fresh Opens Suburban Philadelphia Store: Here's How It Works Pennsylvania's second Amazon Fresh store has opened its doors in Broomall, but it's the first in the state to offer no checkout lines. The 40,000 square foot store at 2924 Springfield Rd. opened Thursday, Sept. 8, aiming to offer residents low-priced goods and a convenient shopping experience. Amazon's "Just Walk Out" technology uses cameras around the store to detect exactly what goes into every cart and items are automatically added to shoppers' Amazon apps as they go.  Amazon App entryAmazon "Customers who opt for Just Walk Out shopping can enter the store in three ways: They can sc…
Amazon Fresh Opens In Paramus: Here's How It Works (PHOTOS) Amazon Fresh Opens In Paramus: Here's How It Works (PHOTOS)
Amazon Fresh Opens In Paramus: Here's How It Works (Photos) New Jersey's first-ever long-awaited Amazon Fresh store has finally opened its doors in Paramus (scroll for photos). Throngs of people crowded into the air-conditioned 40,000-square-foot store on E Ridgewood Avenue store Thursday, July 21, curious to see how the futuristic shopping experience works. There are two ways of shopping: With the Amazon app, or the traditional way. And there are different entrances for both. Amazon Fresh entrance vs. traditional shopping entrance.Cecilia Levine Digital shoppers can log into the Amazon Fresh app as they walk into the store, then scan in throug…
Danbury Mother, Daughter Claim $10K Lottery Prize Danbury Mother, Daughter Claim $10K Lottery Prize
Danbury Mother, Daughter Claim $10K Lottery Prize A Fairfield County mother and daughter are celebrating their good fortune after claiming a $10,000 lottery prize. Danbury residents Terry Lionheart and her daughter, Amy Lionheart, claimed the 10X Cash 15th Edition prize on Friday, May 27, Connecticut Lottery announced on Friday, June 3. CT Lottery said Terry and Amy typically go grocery shopping together at a major supermarket. However, after a recent long day at work, Amy was too tired to take them shopping, so Terry visited a bodega that was close by for some groceries. She also decided to stop by Tropical Deli in Danbury, which w…
Stop & Shop Reveals Newly Remodeled Shelton Store At Grand Reopening Stop & Shop Reveals Newly Remodeled Shelton Store At Grand Reopening
Stop & Shop Reveals Newly Remodeled Shelton Store At Grand Reopening A Stop & Shop location is celebrating its grand reopening in Fairfield County with a fresh new look to go along with the grocer’s produce. Stop & Shop unveiled its recently remodeled store in Shelton, located on Bridgeport Avenue, with refreshed produce, seafood departments, more freshly prepared food, curbside pickup, and self-checkout options. According to store officials, the facelift is “centered around delivering fresh, healthy, and convenient options to make grocery shopping easier for local customers.” The new store includes a newly expanded produce section with a wider vari…
New Fairfield Eatery Divided Into Two Sections Serves Variety Of Offerings New Fairfield Eatery Divided Into Two Sections Serves Variety Of Offerings
New Fairfield Eatery Divided Into Two Sections Serves Variety Of Offerings Lovers of Asian and Korean cuisine, along with sweet treats, will be in heaven with a visit to a new Fairfield County business that offers both, in different sections. Blue + Berries on the Black Rock Turnpike in the Town of Fairfield is a unique take on a grocery store and restaurant, fish shop, and bakery, all rolled into one. The shop opened in November 2021 by Ji Kim and her husband in an effort to bring their love of Asian and Korean food to Fairfield County along with sweet treats. A sushi platter.Blue + Berries Visitors to the shop will find fresh fish and a sushi bar on one sid…
North Jersey Stop & Shop Unveils Revamped Store (PHOTOS) North Jersey Stop & Shop Unveils Revamped Store (PHOTOS)
North Jersey Stop & Shop Unveils Revamped Store (Photos) A Bergen County Stop & Shop has reopened after a renovation. The newly-remodeled store on Washington Avenue in Dumont is noticeably brighter, more modern, and offers new features. They're all centered around delivering fresh, healthy, and convenient options made to make grocery shopping easier. Highlights of the remodeled Dumont store include: Expanded produce department offering more ways to eat healthily Remodeled bakery department complete with delicious cakes, cupcakes, and other treats Upgraded seafood departments with a service case that offer fresh filets An updated deli …
Wayne's New ShopRite Opening This Weekend Wayne's New ShopRite Opening This Weekend
Wayne's New ShopRite Opening This Weekend Wayne's new ShopRite store is set to open this weekend.  The state-of-the-art, full-service supermarket, located at 30 Wayne Hills Mall, will open at 7 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 31.  A ceremonial ribbon cutting was held on Friday, giving guests a sneak peek of the nearly 80,000-square-foot supermarket. The new store will replace the ShopRite of Wayne, located at 625 Hamburg Turnpike. The ShopRite of Wayne will close its doors at 4 p.m. on Oct. 30 and the new ShopRite of Wayne Hills will open at 7 a.m. the following morning. ShopRite of WayneBML Public Relations + Digital The market will of…
Pennsylvania's First Amazon Fresh Store Opens In Bucks County Pennsylvania's First Amazon Fresh Store Opens In Bucks County
Pennsylvania's First Amazon Fresh Store Opens In Bucks County Pennsylvania's first Amazon Fresh grocery store has opened in Bucks County, officials announced. The 35,000 square foot Warrington Township location opened its doors on August 5, aiming to offer a "new, low-priced grocery store in the community," according to a company statement. "We’re excited to begin serving the Warrington community and to welcome customers into our doors today,” said Ron Marra, store manager. “Customers shopping at the store will find low prices, a broad selection of high-quality food, and convenient, innovative shopping features. I’m also proud that this store has cr…
Stop & Shop Celebrates Grand Reopening Of Westchester Store Stop & Shop Celebrates Grand Reopening Of Westchester Store
Stop & Shop Celebrates Grand Reopening Of Westchester Store A Stop & Shop location is celebrating its grand reopening in Westchester County with a fresh new look to go along with the grocer’s produce. Stop & Shop unveiled its recently remodeled store on Palmer Avenue in New Rochelle, with refreshed produce, seafood departments, more freshly prepared food, curbside pickup, and self-checkout options. According to store officials, the facelift is “centered around delivering fresh, healthy, and convenient options to make grocery shopping easier for local customers.” The new store includes a newly expanded produce section with a wider variety of…
Stop & Shop Celebrates Grand Reopening Of Area Store Stop & Shop Celebrates Grand Reopening Of Area Store
Stop & Shop Celebrates Grand Reopening Of Area Store A Stop & Shop location in the Hudson Valley is celebrating its grand reopening with a fresh new look to go along with the grocer’s produce. Stop & Shop unveiled its recently remodeled store on Burnett Boulevard in Poughkeepsie, with refreshed produce, seafood departments, more freshly prepared food, curbside pickup, and self-checkout options. According to store officials, the facelift is “centered around delivering fresh, healthy, and convenient options to make grocery shopping easier for local customers.” The new store includes a newly expanded produce section with a wider variet…
COVID-19 Shifts County Habits: Windham Keeps Shopping, Middlesex Can't Get Enough Nature COVID-19 Shifts County Habits: Windham Keeps Shopping, Middlesex Can't Get Enough Nature
Covid-19 Shifts County Habits: Windham Keeps Shopping, Middlesex Can't Get Enough Nature Despite it being the holiday shopping season, trips to retail and recreation destinations in Connecticut are down by 13 percent. COVID-19 has turned where we go and what we do upside down - and Google knows by how much. While residents are holding back on making shopping trips, interest in going to parks has skyrocketed. Visits to parks are up by 37 percent, according to the most recent Google Mobility data a national analysis of where people spend their time. The only other place people are spending more time is at home - people are spending 5 percent more time there than they would und…
Stop & Shop Hiring For More Than 5,000 Positions Stop & Shop Hiring For More Than 5,000 Positions
Stop & Shop Hiring For More Than 5,000 Positions Stop & Shop is looking to fill more than 5,000 regional positions. The available positions across New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island are permanent and include store roles in bakery, deli, grocery, seafood, produce, front end, night crew and online pickup.  Stop & Shop is also hiring home delivery drivers and shoppers, as well as selectors at its distribution centers. These 5,000 new positions are in addition to the 5,000 Stop & Shop sought to fill at the start of the pandemic in March.  In total, Stop & Shop has invested more than …
Top 3 Places You're Most Likely To Get COVID-19 Top 3 Places You're Most Likely To Get COVID-19
Top 3 Places You're Most Likely To Get Covid-19 After tracking the movements and health of residents in 57,000 U.S. neighborhoods, researchers have narrowed down the top three places where people are picking up COVID-19. Conducted by Stanford and Northwestern universities,  researchers used mobile phone location data pulled from 10 U.S. cities and found that restaurants, cafes, and gyms really are the most common places where COVID-19 has been contracted.  In efforts to tamp down on the spread of COVID-19 amid a national spike in incidents, the governor has targetted restaurants and cafes as potential hotspots instituting a 9:3…
Photos: New Long Island Walmart Supercenter Has Created 250 Jobs Photos: New Long Island Walmart Supercenter Has Created 250 Jobs
Photos: New Long Island Walmart Supercenter Has Created 250 Jobs Hundreds of new jobs have created at a new-and-improved Long Island Walmart Supercenter that reopened this week. The newly reopened Walmart Supercenter at 965 Broadhollow Road in Farmingdale has been remodeled and expanded and includes brand-new features. A total of 250 new employees have been added as the supercenter has increased the store's size by approximately 62,000 square feet. New features include: ▪ A full grocery section, with produce and meat, including a full-service deli and an in-store bakery offering an assortment of custom items. ▪ Online grocery pickup and express …
COVID-19: Most Still Visit Stores To Buy Groceries Rather Than Ordering Online, Survey Reveals COVID-19: Most Still Visit Stores To Buy Groceries Rather Than Ordering Online, Survey Reveals
Covid-19: Most Still Visit Stores To Buy Groceries Rather Than Ordering Online, Survey Reveals The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic hasn’t kept food shoppers from heading to their local grocery stores, according to a new study. A newly released Harris Interactive/Toluna survey found that 70 percent of consumers are still buying their groceries in person, rather than utilizing online delivery options. In total, 1,047 people were polled between Thursday, April 9 and Monday, April 14. The survey also found that the most popular purchases on their shopping list are frozen food (cited by 65 percent), cleaning products (56 percent) and toilet paper (53 percent). According to pollst…
COVID-19: Do You Need To Sanitize Groceries? Experts Weigh In COVID-19: Do You Need To Sanitize Groceries? Experts Weigh In
Covid-19: Do You Need To Sanitize Groceries? Experts Weigh In Just when you thought you had all of your bases covered when it comes to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), now people are asking if they need to sanitize groceries. Most health officials, including the CDC and the FDA, are more concerned about people being infected at the grocery store by other people than the virus contaminating groceries. That’s why it’s important to stay at least 6 feet from other people at all times. And not to be afraid to ask someone to step back. The World Health Organization (WHO) said in addition to close person-to-person contact, people can pick up the virus by t…
Stuck At Home And Hungry? Here’s What To Eat Stuck At Home And Hungry? Here’s What To Eat
Stuck At Home And Hungry? Here’s What To Eat Dear Doctor, My child’s school is closed, and I’m stuck working from home. I want to stock up on some essentials so I can avoid the stores in the coming weeks, but also don’t want to get stuck eating processed junk. What should my shopping list look like? Sincerely, "Holed Up and Hungry" Dear Hungry, With many people stuck at home for the foreseeable future—whether they’re in mandated or voluntary quarantine or just practicing social distancing—it doesn’t mean that you have to resort to only eating nonperishable and frozen foods. In fact, in high-stress times, I actually recommend making…
COVID-19: Supermarkets Amend Hours, Take Strong Measures To Keep Stores Clean COVID-19: Supermarkets Amend Hours, Take Strong Measures To Keep Stores Clean
Covid-19: Supermarkets Amend Hours, Take Strong Measures To Keep Stores Clean As residents make a rush on grocery and retail stores stocking up on mass amounts of supplies including toilet paper and hand sanitizer amid the outbreak of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), supermarkets are adjusting their hours to restock and clean and making other changes. Two of the region's largest stores, Stop & Shop and Connecticut-based Big Y, have announced changes in their hours to allow time for employees to stock the shelves and clean all areas of the stores that are accessed by shoppers. Stop & Shop and Big Y have adjusted their hours to 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. at most stor…
New Supermarket Opens In Rockland New Supermarket Opens In Rockland
New Supermarket Opens In Rockland Shoppers who love a bargain, especially on high-quality food, will want to head to the new Aldi's grocery which has thrown open its doors in Nanuet. Located in the long-vacant site of the former Pathmark Store in Rockland Center, at 43 E. Route 59, in Nanuet, the German-based grocer celebrated its opening day Thursday, Oct. 10 by giving away gift cards to 100 lucky customers. The new 12,000 square foot store offers groceries -- including plenty of organic brands -- and household items. It fills the space filled by the former Pathmark. Store hours are from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Just …
Stop & Shop To Make Some Fridays 'Free Days' Following Northeast Employee Strikes Stop & Shop To Make Some Fridays 'Free Days' Following Northeast Employee Strikes
Stop & Shop To Make Some Fridays 'Free Days' Following Northeast Employee Strikes .In an effort to boost business and increase usage of its mobile app following a temporary work stoppage, Stop & Shop is offering giveaways to its Northeast customers at what has been dubbed “Free-Days.” The supermarket giant announced this week that it is launching “Free-Days” on select Fridays at more than 400 locations in the Northeast. During the giveaways, customers will be alerted on their phones and can then pick up free products at their local store. To be eligible for the giveaways, shoppers must go online to enroll for a Stop & Shop card and download the Stop &a…
Here Are Top Trends In Food-Service Retail Here Are Top Trends In Food-Service Retail
Here Are Top Trends In Food-Service Retail The retail food industry is constantly evolving as consumer trends continue to prioritize convenience and accessibility. From subscription meal plans to grab-and-go takeout, today’s food market truly has something for everyone. Check out some of what SupermarketNews says are the top trends in food-service retail: Meal subscription “kits”: You’ve probably heard of companies like Blue Apron and HelloFresh who are disrupting the typical routine of shopping for groceries and cooking a meal at home. These meal kits are designed to maximize convenience while helping the consumer improve their coo…
First Area Stop & Shop With New Branding To Debut This Week First Area Stop & Shop With New Branding To Debut This Week
First Area Stop & Shop With New Branding To Debut This Week The first Stop & Shop with a new look is set to open up in the area this week. Following the announcement of its intention to introduce a new brand concept at more than 400 locations in the Northeast, the first in the Hudson Valley is scheduled to open up Friday, Nov. 9 on Route 6 in Mahopac. According to Stop & Shop President Mark McGowan, the new look will “reflect a more customer-centric strategy, based on convenience,” as well as a wider selection of fresh, local food products. Improvements reportedly include an in-store smoker, poke bowl and taqueria stations. The test market h…
Stop & Shop Makeover: Roll Out Of 'Refreshed' Format Includes $70M Renovation Of Stores Stop & Shop Makeover: Roll Out Of 'Refreshed' Format Includes $70M Renovation Of Stores
Stop & Shop Makeover: Roll Out Of 'Refreshed' Format Includes $70M Renovation Of Stores Stop & Shop stores throughout the area and the country are set to get a makeover. The supermarket chain announced its intention to introduce a new brand concept at more than 400 locations in the Northeast.  The initial rollout is scheduled to begin in Connecticut with 21 stores, followed by a $70 million renovation of all the company’s grocery stores. According to Stop & Shop President Mark McGowan, the new look will “reflect a more customer-centric strategy, based on convenience,” as well as a wider selection of fresh, local food products. Improvements reportedly include an i…
In Person Or Online? How Do You Get Groceries? Survey Shows Public's Choice In Person Or Online? How Do You Get Groceries? Survey Shows Public's Choice
In Person Or Online? How Do You Get Groceries? Survey Shows Public's Choice Online shopping for food and beverages? Most consumers are not ready to do that yet, according to a survey by Morning Consult.  Of the 2,000 American adult shoppers polled, more than two-thirds (67 percent) have never purchased packaged food or beverage products online, the e-survey and market research firm said in its “Consumer Insights On The Food and Beverage Industry” report. Meanwhile, 65 percent of those who have never bought groceries online indicated that they have no interest in doing so in the future, according to this report by supermarketnews.com Sixty-five percent of people who…