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Supermarket Game Changer? ShopRite Rolling Out Smart Carts Along East Coast Supermarket Game Changer? ShopRite Rolling Out Smart Carts Along East Coast
Supermarket Game Changer? ShopRite Rolling Out Smart Carts Along East Coast Imagine strolling through your local supermarket, scanning items, calculating your total, and then, skipping the checkout line? Thanks to an AI-powered "smart cart," that's now possible. This futuristic shopping experience is now a reality in select ShopRite locations in the East Coast as the supermarket chain introduces technology designed by Instacart to save shoppers time and make grocery runs smoother than ever. The so-called "Caper Carts" are designed to make grocery shopping faster, smarter, and more interactive. To date, about a dozen ShopRite stores have added the carts as another…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Grocery Store Reopens After Months Of Renovations In Fairfield County Grocery Store Reopens After Months Of Renovations In Fairfield County
Grocery Store Reopens After Months Of Renovations In Fairfield County 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, …

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by Ben Crnic
Business
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…

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by Michael Mashburn
News
Fairfield County Mother, Daughter Claim $10K Lottery Prize Fairfield County Mother, Daughter Claim $10K Lottery Prize
Fairfield County 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…

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by Nicole Valinote
Police & Fire
Stop & Shop Reveals Newly Remodeled Fairfield County Store At Grand Reopening Stop & Shop Reveals Newly Remodeled Fairfield County Store At Grand Reopening
Stop & Shop Reveals Newly Remodeled Fairfield County 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…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
New Fairfield County Eatery Divided Into Two Sections Serves Up Wide Variety Of Offerings New Fairfield County Eatery Divided Into Two Sections Serves Up Wide Variety Of Offerings
New Fairfield County Eatery Divided Into Two Sections Serves Up Wide 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…

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by Kathy Reakes
News
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…

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by Kristin Palpini
Lifestyle
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…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
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…

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
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…

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by Kathy Reakes
Business
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…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
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…

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by Valerie Musson
Business
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…

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by Zak Failla
Business
Stop & Shop Makeover: Roll Out Of 'Refreshed' Format Starts In CT Stop & Shop Makeover: Roll Out Of 'Refreshed' Format Starts In CT
Stop & Shop Makeover: Roll Out Of 'Refreshed' Format Starts In CT 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…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
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…

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by Jon Craig