Grocery store

Meijer Now Offering SNAP Participants a Discount on Milk Purchases

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In an effort to increase access to healthy food and beverages, Midwest retailer Meijer is now offering SNAP participants special discounts on select milk products.

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  • GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In an effort to increase access to healthy food and beverages, Midwest retailer Meijer is now offering SNAP participants special discounts on select milk products.
  • The milk discounts apply for purchases made online and in-store at all Meijer supercenters, neighborhood markets and Express locations, and will remain in effect until March 30, 2024.
  • In addition to the new 20 percent off milk discounts for SNAP participants, Meijer is also continuing to offer a 10 percent discount on SNAP purchases of qualifying produce thanks to a waiver granted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture last year, and free Home Delivery for SNAP customers.
  • Through Add Milk, which provides a 20 percent discount on skim and 1 percent milk purchased with SNAP dollars, Meijer will expand its support of SNAP families in stretching their food dollars."

DAVIDsTEA Expands Wholesale Channel into U.S.

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Monday, November 20, 2023

MONTREAL, Nov. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DAVIDsTEA Inc. (TSX-Venture: DTEA) (“DAVIDsTEA” or the “Company”), a leading tea merchant in North America, announced today its initial expansion into the U.S. wholesale market.

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  • MONTREAL, Nov. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DAVIDsTEA Inc. (TSX-Venture: DTEA) (“DAVIDsTEA” or the “Company”), a leading tea merchant in North America, announced today its initial expansion into the U.S. wholesale market.
  • DAVIDsTEA recently launched four flavours of premium tea sachets at 150 Stop & Shop supermarket stores of the 400-plus locations in the northeastern U.S.
  • They rank among DAVIDsTEA’s strongest flavours for the wholesale market as well as in other channels.
  • “We believe in the potential of expanding our offering wherever our customers are,” explained Sarah Segal, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Brand Officer, DAVIDsTEA.

North Texas Food Bank Teams Up with Tom Thumb / Albertsons and The University of North Texas at Dallas for Thanksgiving Food Distribution

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Dallas, TX, Nov. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB), along with The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) and Tom Thumb / Albertsons , will provide nourishing food to community members in need through a public event on Monday, November 20, 2023.

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  • Dallas, TX, Nov. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB), along with The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) and Tom Thumb / Albertsons , will provide nourishing food to community members in need through a public event on Monday, November 20, 2023.
  • “Tom Thumb / Albertsons and UNT Dallas are once again joining forces with the North Texas Food Bank to provide holiday food and hope for our neighbors in southern Dallas,” said Trisha Cunningham, President and CEO of the North Texas Food Bank.
  • “Our partners in this food distribution are deeply committed to addressing the issue of food insecurity in North Texas.
  • Neighbors can also contact the North Texas Food Bank to learn more about Senior Programs and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

Else Nutrition Reports Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results and Provides Fourth Quarter Outlook

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Nov. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ELSE NUTRITION HOLDINGS INC (BABY) (BABYF) (0YL.F) ("Else" or the "Company") the Plant-Based baby, toddler, and children nutrition company, today reported its third quarter 2023 financial results for the period ending September 30, 2023. The financial statements and MD&A are available on SEDAR under the Company’s profile.

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  • Revenue outlook in the range of $2.7 million to $3.0 million for the fourth quarter of 2023, representing growth of 58-75% compared to the third quarter of 2023.
  • Sales to brick-and-mortar retailers in the US and Canada during the third quarter increased by 8%, compared to the third quarter of 2022.
  • Cash position as of September 30, 2023, was $4.2 million CAD, including restricted cash and short-term bank deposits.
  • The Company will host a conference call to discuss the quarter's financial results today at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time.

On National Pickle Day, CAULIPOWER Disrupts a Major Category Once Again With the First-Ever Dill Flavored All Natural Chicken Bites

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CAULIPOWER, the maker of the #1 cauliflower crust and #1 gluten-free pizza crust in the US, first disrupted the $3.4BN breaded chicken category in 2019 with their game-changing chicken tenders and again in 2022 with a first-of-its-kind chicken nugget. Today, the brand announces the arrival of another new product to their growing portfolio – All Natural Chicken Bites - available in two varieties: Dill Flavored and Classic. CAULIPOWER‘s new bites are made with all-natural chicken raised with no antibiotics ever and a crispy veggie-packed coating, making them gluten free and the FIRST cauliflower coated chicken bites on the market!

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  • Today, the brand announces the arrival of another new product to their growing portfolio – All Natural Chicken Bites - available in two varieties: Dill Flavored and Classic.
  • CAULIPOWER‘s new bites are made with all-natural chicken raised with no antibiotics ever and a crispy veggie-packed coating, making them gluten free and the FIRST cauliflower coated chicken bites on the market!
  • “CAULIPOWER’s all natural chicken bites are a game changer.
  • CAULIPOWER’s All Natural Chicken Bites can now be found nationwide at Walmart and in select Target stores, and will be available in thousands of additional stores over the coming months.

Families Renewed Marks 10 Years of Providing Prevention and Relief to Families in Crisis

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Monday, November 13, 2023

The organization began as the American Family Crisis Ministry, but, after a few years, Norton realized that the best way to deal with a crisis is through prevention.

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  • The organization began as the American Family Crisis Ministry, but, after a few years, Norton realized that the best way to deal with a crisis is through prevention.
  • This led to the organization pivoting from crisis intervention to crisis prevention, adopting its current name in 2018.
  • Since its overhaul, Families Renewed has focused on families and children encountering problems in three areas – homelessness, suicidal ideation/self-harm, and child abuse.
  • Families Renewed is part of a coalition of 50 different organizations in York Country dedicated to addressing homelessness.

Squatty Potty Re-Launches In Walmart Stores Nationwide

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Monday, November 13, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Squatty Potty, the toilet stool that positions people how nature intended, reducing their strain while eliminating, announced that select Squatty Potty toilet stools have launched in Walmart stores nationwide.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Squatty Potty, the toilet stool that positions people how nature intended, reducing their strain while eliminating, announced that select Squatty Potty toilet stools have launched in Walmart stores nationwide.
  • Squatty Potty is a 100% owned brand of Aterian, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATER).
  • “Our partnership with Walmart represents a significant step forward in our previously announced omnichannel expansion of the Squatty Potty brand.
  • “We know people love their Squatty Potty and we added products to Walmart with the everyday consumer in mind, including a folding Squatty Potty for easy bathroom storage and a portable travel Squatty Potty for taking with you on the go.”

Risk Strategies Announces $300,000 Goal for Annual Gowrie Group Challenge to Benefit Shoreline Soup Kitchens & Pantries

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Friday, November 10, 2023

The Gowrie Challenge was a well-established annual tradition at the time Risk Strategies acquired specialty marine insurance brokerage Gowrie Group.

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  • The Gowrie Challenge was a well-established annual tradition at the time Risk Strategies acquired specialty marine insurance brokerage Gowrie Group.
  • The Shoreline Soup Kitchens & Pantries is a community-based service that provides food and fellowship to those in need and educates our shoreline community on hunger and poverty.
  • “Risk Strategies is excited to continue our sponsorship of the Gowrie Annual Challenge for the Shoreline Soup Kitchens & Pantries,” said Ed Flanagan, New England Region Leader, Risk Strategies.
  • To meet this significant increase in needed food services, the Gowrie Group Annual Challenge pushed this year’s goal to $300,000.

Price Chopper/Market 32 Wins Top Marketer Award From National Association

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

Price Chopper/Market 32 has been named the Top Marketer by the National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA) for its March Frozen Food Month promotion.

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  • Price Chopper/Market 32 has been named the Top Marketer by the National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA) for its March Frozen Food Month promotion.
  • Presented at the NFRA convention in San Diego, Price Chopper/Market 32 was selected from six Golden Penguin Award winners, comprised of regional and national grocery chains, as the Top Marketer in the Retailer category.
  • “This was a true 360-degree marketing effort made possible through the close collaboration of multiple departments at Price Chopper/Market 32.
  • “Congratulations to Price Chopper/Market 32 for winning the prestigious NFRA Top Marketer award over so many other great chains.

Sprouts Broadens On-Demand Delivery by Partnering with Uber

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Monday, December 11, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231211886752/en/
    Sprouts Farmers Market is adding over 400 stores to Uber Eats for grocery delivery nationwide.
  • More than 15,000 products from Sprouts will be available for delivery on the Uber Eats app, including organic groceries, local farm-fresh produce, keto friendly, gluten-free, vegan, and plant-based items.
  • You must purchase through the Grocery section of the Uber or Uber Eats app and input the code SPROUTS50 when placing order.
  • Only valid where Sprouts stores are available through the Uber and/or Uber Eats app.