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These Foods Expected To See Biggest Price Increases This Year, USDA Says These Foods Expected To See Biggest Price Increases This Year, USDA Says
These Foods Expected To See Biggest Price Increases This Year, USDA Says As consumers navigate the aisles in 2025, the cost of food remains a pressing concern.  The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released its 2025 Food Price Outlook, forecasting trends that will shape grocery store receipts and restaurant bills in the months ahead. What’s Ahead for Food Prices? According to the USDA, overall food prices are expected to rise by 2.2 percent in 2025. While this is comparable to 2024’s rate, it remains slower than the historical average. However, variations in price changes across different food categories could impact consumer spending habits. Groce…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Egg Prices Soar As Bird Flu Cases Rise Dramatically: Here's What To Know Egg Prices Soar As Bird Flu Cases Rise Dramatically: Here's What To Know
Egg Prices Soar As Bird Flu Cases Rise Dramatically: Here's What To Know The bird flu outbreak in the United States is causing egg prices to hit new highs, affecting consumers across the nation.  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported increased cases of the virus in several states, leading to concerns over food supply. As producers respond to the outbreak, many are culling infected flocks to prevent further spread. This has led to a notable drop in egg production.  According to the USDA, current egg prices are nearly double what they were last year, leaving shoppers feeling the pinch at the grocery store. Nearly 129 mi…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Wegman's To Open First CT Store Next Year, Will Employee 500 Wegman's To Open First CT Store Next Year, Will Employee 500
Wegman's To Open First CT Store Next Year, Will Employee 500 Grocery megachain Wegmans has announced plans to open three new stores next year, including its first location in Connecticut. The 92,000-square-foot supermarket will open at 675 Connecticut Ave. in Norwalk during the summer of 2025. Although the company has not specified an exact opening date, it confirmed the store will feature its signature departments and offerings. Related: Whole Foods Opens First Connecticut Store In Stamford The Norwalk Wegmans will include made-to-order restaurant-style foods such as sushi, pizza, chef-prepared salads, and sandwiches. Customers can also expect a pr…

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by Josh Lanier
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Whole Foods Opens First 'Daily Shop' Store: Here's Where, What's Inside Whole Foods Opens First 'Daily Shop' Store: Here's Where, What's Inside
Whole Foods Opens First 'Daily Shop' Store: Here's Where, What's Inside Whole Foods Market has unveiled its first-ever 'Daily Shop,' a smaller-format store designed for urban convenience. The debut location is in New York City, in Manhattan’s Lenox Hill neighborhood. The 9,101-square-foot store at 1175 Third Avenue is tailored to meet the fast-paced needs of Upper East side residents with its compact size and curated offerings. “New York City has been home to Whole Foods for over 20 years, and we’re excited to expand our presence with this innovative new format,” said Christina Minardi, executive vice president of growth and development at Whole Food…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Wegmans Holding Open Interviews To Fill 500 Jobs At Chain's First CT Store Wegmans Holding Open Interviews To Fill 500 Jobs At Chain's First CT Store
Wegmans Holding Open Interviews To Fill 500 Jobs At Chain's First CT Store Wegmans first Connecticut location won't open until next year, but the grocery store chain is staffing up now.  The company is hosting an open interview on Tuesday, Sept. 24, from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. at the Wegmans Norwalk Hiring Office at 40 Richards Ave Suite 220.  Wegmans is looking to hire up to 500 people to work at its new Fairfield County store off Route 1 at 47 Richards Ave. in Norwalk. The full- and part-time jobs include entry-level management positions and food service roles in the culinary and perishable departments.   Related: Wegmans …

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by Josh Lanier
Business
Stop & Shop Will No Longer Sell Tobacco Products Stop & Shop Will No Longer Sell Tobacco Products
Stop & Shop Will No Longer Sell Tobacco Products Stop & Shop, the supermarket chain with 360 stores throughout the Northeast, said its locations will stop carrying tobacco products at the end of the month.  The chain announced the move on Monday, Aug. 26, after it partnered with the American  American Cancer Society to improve community health, Stop & Shop CEO Gordon Reid said in a statement.  Our responsibility as a grocer goes far beyond our aisles, and we are committed to taking bold steps to help our associates, customers, and communities work towards better health outcomes. From our team of registered diet…

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by Josh Lanier
Lifestyle
Popular Grocery Store Chain DeCicco & Sons To Launch First CT Locale In Greenwich Popular Grocery Store Chain DeCicco & Sons To Launch First CT Locale In Greenwich
Popular Grocery Store Chain DeCicco & Sons To Launch First CT Locale In Greenwich Gourmet grocery fans will be ecstatic to learn that DeCicco & Sons is making its Connecticut debut with a new store in Fairfield County.  It will occupy a 20,000-square-foot space at 11 Glen Ridge Road in Greenwich. The store is slated to welcome shoppers in the Summer of 2025, pending town approval. A specific opening date has not yet been announced. Store officials said Greenwich residents can look forward to "an unparalleled selection of premium products," including their acclaimed beer selection, Italian bakery, fresh produce, and highly rated prepared…

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
Chip Away at Student Loans with Price Chopper & Market 32! Chip Away at Student Loans with Price Chopper & Market 32!
Chip Away at Student Loans with Price Chopper & Market 32! Sponsored by our friends at Price Chopper & Market 32 For many college graduates, student loans are a significant financial burden that can feel overwhelming. Whether you're juggling multiple loans or working with a tight budget, finding ways to reduce your expenses and make a dent in your student loan balance is essential. Thankfully, there's a resource that can help you save money on everyday essentials and stretch your budget further: Price Chopper and Market 32. While we are your local grocery store, we are so much more than that. We are your community partner and want to help famili…

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Stop & Shop To Close Underperforming Stores In Northeast Stop & Shop To Close Underperforming Stores In Northeast
Stop & Shop To Close Underperforming Stores In Northeast The future is grim for Stop & Shop's underperforming stores in the Northeast. The grocery giant — which operates 400 stores across Rhode Island, New Jersey, New York, and Massachusetts (where the company is headquartered) — announced plans to close a number of its underperformers in the interest of company longevity, officials confirmed with Daily Voice. Nearly half of the company's stores have been remodeled, and a Stop & Shop spokesperson said those stores continue to perform well. "We're committed to continuing to invest in our stores - as well in our prices - to deliver a great…

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by Cecilia Levine