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Big Y Rolls Out New Food-Ordering Systems: What You'll Find Big Y Rolls Out New Food-Ordering Systems: What You'll Find Big Y Rolls Out New Food-Ordering Systems: What You'll Find
Big Y Rolls Out New Food-Ordering Systems: What You'll Find Big Y is adding new tools to help customers order freshly prepared meals. The supermarket chain has launched in-store ordering kiosks at all 79 locations across Connecticut and Massachusetts, according to a news release on Tuesday, Oct. 20. Customers can also place orders online for pickup or delivery through a new partnership with Instacart. The kiosks allow shoppers to customize meals from Big Y's kitchen menu, including 'Wich Way sandwiches, wraps, bowls, pizza, fried seafood meals, and sushi. Customers can also order meals online for same-day pickup or schedule catering orders in a…

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by Chris Spiker
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Lay's Unveils New Chip Flavors Inspired By Holiday Favorites: When To Try Them Lay's Unveils New Chip Flavors Inspired By Holiday Favorites: When To Try Them Lay's Unveils New Chip Flavors Inspired By Holiday Favorites: When To Try Them
Lay's Unveils New Chip Flavors Inspired By Holiday Favorites: When To Try Them Lay's is introducing new holiday-inspired potato chip flavors, including some unusual and festive combinations. The snack brand announced its limited-edition Holi-LAY'S lineup in a news release on Monday, Oct. 19. The new flavors will begin arriving at stores nationwide on Sunday, Oct. 25, with more varieties coming in November and December. The collection includes chips inspired by traditional Thanksgiving dishes, along with chocolate-covered varieties for the Christmas season. "The holidays are all about gathering around the table with friends and family, and food plays an important role…

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Ritz Unveils Long-Requested Change To Popular Crackers: When To Try Them Ritz Unveils Long-Requested Change To Popular Crackers: When To Try Them Ritz Unveils Long-Requested Change To Popular Crackers: When To Try Them
Ritz Unveils Long-Requested Change To Popular Crackers: When To Try Them Ritz is going gluten-free with some of its popular crackers. The snack brand announced the launch of Ritz Gluten Free Original crackers in a news release on Monday, Oct. 19. The new crackers are designed to have the same buttery flavor and flaky texture as traditional Ritz crackers. The gluten-free crackers will begin arriving at select retailers in October before expanding to stores nationwide in February 2027. An 8-ounce package will have a suggested retail price of $4.49. View this post on Instagram The new crackers are certified gluten-fr…

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by Chris Spiker
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Giant, Hannaford, Food Lion, Stop & Shop Websites Back Online After Cyberattack: Company Giant, Hannaford, Food Lion, Stop & Shop Websites Back Online After Cyberattack: Company Giant, Hannaford, Food Lion, Stop & Shop Websites Back Online After Cyberattack: Company
Giant, Hannaford, Food Lion, Stop & Shop Websites Back Online After Cyberattack: Company Websites for Giant, Food Lion, Stop & Shop, Hannaford, and other major grocery chains are back online after a cyberattack disrupted services for more than a week, their parent company confirmed on Tuesday, Oct. 20. Ahold Delhaize, the Netherlands-based grocery giant, confirmed that the cybersecurity incident first reported on Monday, Oct. 12, was caused by malicious activity within its IT infrastructure. The company took websites, apps, and other systems offline as a precaution, affecting grocery customers across Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Virginia, Connecticut, Massa…

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Walmart, Sam's Club Make Major Membership Move With New Perks: What's Included Walmart, Sam's Club Make Major Membership Move With New Perks: What's Included Walmart, Sam's Club Make Major Membership Move With New Perks: What's Included
Walmart, Sam's Club Make Major Membership Move With New Perks: What's Included Walmart and Sam's Club are offering a new membership deal as rising prices continue putting pressure on American families. Customers can now get both Walmart+ and Sam's Club Plus for $120 annually, Walmart announced in a news release on Tuesday, Oct. 20. The combined membership costs nearly $100 less than purchasing both plans separately. The deal includes free delivery from both retailers and access to Sam's Club warehouses. It also touts perks like subscriptions to Peacock or Paramount+, gasoline discounts of 10 cents per gallon, and 2% Sam's Cash on eligible purchases. Cu…

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GLP-1 Recall Raises Safety Concerns: What To Check GLP-1 Recall Raises Safety Concerns: What To Check GLP-1 Recall Raises Safety Concerns: What To Check
Glp-1 Recall Raises Safety Concerns: What To Check A nationwide recall of compounded GLP-1 injections is spotlighting vial labels and a safety concern patients should check. Apothecary Pharma LLC, based in Cary, North Carolina, is voluntarily recalling 22 vials of compounded tirzepatide because it cannot assure their sterility, according to an FDA enforcement report. The affected prescription product is Tirzepatide Injection, 18 mg/mL, packaged in 4 mL sterile multi-dose vials. Its National Drug Code, or NDC, is 85091-001-18. The recalled lots are AP-202622 through AP-202625 and AP-202627 through AP-202644. Their beyond-use dates span Octo…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Oreo's Newest Cookie Offers Coffee-Flavored Twist: How To Try For Free Oreo's Newest Cookie Offers Coffee-Flavored Twist: How To Try For Free Oreo's Newest Cookie Offers Coffee-Flavored Twist: How To Try For Free
Oreo's Newest Cookie Offers Coffee-Flavored Twist: How To Try For Free Oreo is brewing up a special new flavor for the fall. The cookie brand unveiled its limited-edition Oreo Thins Espresso Creme Chocolate Sandwich Cookies on Tuesday, Oct. 20. Only 1,000 packs will be available through a special online promotion. Fans can sign up for a chance to receive a pack on Oreo's website from Oct. 20 through Tuesday, Nov. 3. "Make your evening reset a little more fun with Oreo Thins Espresso Creme Chocolate Sandwich Cookies," the product description says. "Featuring delicious espresso flavor and smooth creme sandwiched between classic OREO Thins cookies, this limited-…

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Chipotle's Popular 'Boorito' Deal Returns For Halloween: What To Know Chipotle's Popular 'Boorito' Deal Returns For Halloween: What To Know Chipotle's Popular 'Boorito' Deal Returns For Halloween: What To Know
Chipotle's Popular 'Boorito' Deal Returns For Halloween: What To Know Chipotle Mexican Grill is celebrating Halloween by bringing back its special "Boorito" deal. Customers wearing costumes can get entrées for just $6 on Halloween, the fast-casual chain announced in a news release on Tuesday, Oct. 20. The promotion runs from 3 p.m. to closing at participating restaurants across the US on Saturday, Oct. 31. To get the discount, customers must also be rewards members and scan their membership card at checkout. The deal is available for in-person orders only and is limited to one $6 entrée per costumed customer. The Boorito promotion started back in 2000 w…

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Tropical Smoothie Cafe Plans New CT Locations In Major Northeast Expansion Tropical Smoothie Cafe Plans New CT Locations In Major Northeast Expansion Tropical Smoothie Cafe Plans New CT Locations In Major Northeast Expansion
Tropical Smoothie Cafe Plans New CT Locations In Major Northeast Expansion Tropical Smoothie Cafe is expanding across the Northeast with plans to open 40 new restaurants in New York and Connecticut. The fast-casual restaurant chain announced a new development agreement with franchisee Aurify Kingstar in a news release on Monday, Oct. 19. The deal will bring new locations to the Albany area, Westchester County, The Bronx, and western Connecticut. The first new cafe is expected to open in early 2027, but specific locations and opening dates haven't been announced. "New York and Connecticut represent tremendous growth opportunities for Tropical Smoothie Cafe and ref…

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Pepsi Unveils New Flavor With Special Holiday Twist: When To Try It Pepsi Unveils New Flavor With Special Holiday Twist: When To Try It Pepsi Unveils New Flavor With Special Holiday Twist: When To Try It
Pepsi Unveils New Flavor With Special Holiday Twist: When To Try It Pepsi is rolling out a new soda flavor nationwide just in time for the holiday season. The beverage giant launched Pepsi Vanilla & Cream on Monday, Oct. 19, according to a news release. The limited-time drink combines Pepsi's traditional cola flavor with vanilla and cream. The new flavor is available in both regular and zero-sugar versions. Shoppers can find both varieties in 12-pack cans and 20-ounce bottles at stores nationwide.  View this post on Instagram The holiday release follows Pepsi's introduction of Wild Cherry & …

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Northeast Grocery Giant Unveils Thanksgiving Feast For Under $5 Per Person: What's Included Northeast Grocery Giant Unveils Thanksgiving Feast For Under $5 Per Person: What's Included Northeast Grocery Giant Unveils Thanksgiving Feast For Under $5 Per Person: What's Included
Northeast Grocery Giant Unveils Thanksgiving Feast For Under $5 Per Person: What's Included Wegmans is promising a Thanksgiving dinner deal for less than $5 per person as rising grocery prices continue putting pressure on American families. The supermarket chain is promoting a full Thanksgiving meal that can feed eight people for under $40, Wegmans announced in a news release on Monday, Oct. 19. The meal includes turkey, stuffing, potatoes, and other Thanksgiving staples. The promotion matches the cost of its Thanksgiving meal in 2025, according to Wegmans. The deal will be available from Sunday, Nov. 8, through Saturday, Nov. 28, although discounted turkey prices will o…

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Cheddar Cheese Recall Issued Over Potentially Serious Health Risk Cheddar Cheese Recall Issued Over Potentially Serious Health Risk Cheddar Cheese Recall Issued Over Potentially Serious Health Risk
Cheddar Cheese Recall Issued Over Potentially Serious Health Risk A food-safety alert is urging shoppers to inspect their refrigerator before serving a popular cheese product. Family Farmstead Dairy, based in the upstate New York town of Worcester, is recalling a specific lot of its Raw Mild Cheddar Cheese because it may be contaminated with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli.  The FDA posted the company's announcement on its website. The recalled product was sent to grocers in NY, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut, Maryland, Virginia, and Massachusetts. The company said it may have reached other states through downstream distributors. Consumers sho…

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