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Press Room ShopRite of Marlton Earns Energy Star Rating First ShopRite Supermarket To Earn The Prestigious Rating
April 10, 2008, Keasbey, NJ – Supermarkets of Cherry Hill, Inc. has earned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) prestigious Energy Star Rating for their ShopRite of Marlton, NJ. The Energy Star is the national symbol for protecting the environment through superior energy performance. The ShopRite of Marlton joins more than 3,000 Energy Star buildings nationwide that are committed to reducing their impact on the environment by reducing the amount of greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere.
Some of the energy-saving technology used by the ShopRite of Marlton includes the use of a high efficient refrigeration system, energy-saving HVAC systems and refrigerated store cases with energy-saving lamps and lighting systems. The store’s lighting consists mostly of Pulse Start HID and T8 fluorescent systems. In addition, Energy Star qualified equipment is used in the store to further reduce energy consumption.
“We at the ShopRite of Marlton are so honored to accept EPA’s Energy Star in recognition of our energy efficiency efforts,” said Shawn Ravitz, vice president of Administration for Supermarkets of Cherry Hill, Inc. “This achievement helps us get on the right path to what we hope in the future will lead us to additional opportunities to reduce our impact on the environment,” stated Ravitz.
By earning the Energy Star, the store is using about 35 percent less energy than average buildings, while still providing quality service and comfort to customers. Organizations earn the Energy Star by using EPA’s national energy performance rating system to generate energy-efficiency ratings for their buildings, on a scale of 1 to 100 relative to similar buildings across the country.
The ShopRite of Marlton is located at: 307 West Route 70; Marlton, NJ Store hours are: Monday-Friday; 7 am–12 am Saturday 7am –12 am; Sunday 7 am–11 pm About ShopRite A long time supporter of key community efforts, ShopRite was named America’s Second Harvest Grocery Distributor of the Year (1999) for its ShopRite Partners In Caring program, a year-round initiative dedicated to fighting hunger in the communities served by ShopRite stores. Since its inception, ShopRite Partners In Caring has donated more than $15 million to more than 1,400 worthy charities. About Energy Star ShopRite Wins “Best Of” Recognition in Philadelphia-area Kosher Survey Cherry Hill and Philadelphia stores- Two-time winners ELIZABETH, New Jersey – February 12, 2008 – Kosher consumers in the Philadelphia area have once again selected ShopRite supermarkets in Cherry Hill and Philadelphia as the best Kosher stores in the 2007 Philadelphia Area Kosher Community Survey conducted by Kosher Community Surveys LLC. For the second year in a row, the ShopRite of Garden State Pavilion and the ShopRite of Roosevelt Boulevard, earned the recognition based on the percentage of customers rating them “very good” or “excellent” on price, food and service quality, selection and store environment. The ShopRite of Cherry Hill won all five categories. Survey participants highlighted the store’s “great” selection and good prices with special emphasis on the impressive selection of goods for Passover. Consumers also noted that they travel from Pennsylvania to shop at the ShopRite of Cherry Hill’s 3,300-square-foot “Kosher Experience” store-within-a-store. “We are delighted that we are able to serve our kosher community with the variety and value that they expect,” said Shawn Ravitz, vice president of administration of the ShopRite of Garden State Pavilion. “Our associates work very hard at providing the highest level of service and it is nice to be recognized.”
The ShopRite of Roosevelt Boulevard was the runner up store of choice by the Kosher consumers. Consumers were particularly impressed with the store’s wide selection of Kosher products and price. “It’s always great to receive customer feedback,” said Richard McMenamin, owner of the ShopRite of Roosevelt Boulevard. “The information that comes out of the survey is exactly the kind of help we need to better serve our customers.” Kosher consumers can visit the winning stores located at the following addresses: ShopRite of Garden State Pavilion 2240-18 Route 70 West Cherry Hill, NJ 856-910-2300 ShopRite of Roosevelt Boulevard 11000 Roosevelt Boulevard Philadelphia, PA 215-673-1200 About ShopRite ShopRite supermarkets are members of Wakefern Food Corporation, a retailer-owned cooperative. Through the 200 stores, located throughout New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and Delaware, ShopRite serves more than four million customers each week. A long time supporter of key community efforts, ShopRite was named America’s Second Harvest Grocery Distributor of the Year (1999) for its ShopRite Partners In Caring program, a year-round initiative dedicated to fighting hunger in the communities served by ShopRite stores. Since its inception, ShopRite Partners In Caring has donated more than $15 million to more than 1,400 worthy charities. About Kosher Community Surveys LLC Kosher Community Surveys LLC is a unique surveying organization dedicated to recognizing quality kosher establishments and providing information that the kosher stores, restaurants and bakeries can use to improve. For each geographic area surveyed, the results of the survey are collected and shared back with the community through a detailed final report available on www.kosher-community-surveys.com. The reports are a resource for determining which establishments to patronize and they also provide guidance to establishment owners on what improvements will help their business.
CHECK OUT HUNGER REGISTERS WITH SHOPRITE CUSTOMERS More Than $500,000 Raised at ShopRite Stores
KEASBEY, N.J. (January, 17, 2008) – ShopRite associates and their customers helped raise more than $540,000 for Check-Out Hunger, an annual fund raiser that benefits food banks in ShopRite’s trading area. From October through December, ShopRite shoppers helped fight hunger by adding a $1, $3, or $5 donation to their bill at the checkout aisle. Although the holidays may represent joy and celebration for most people, they also accentuate the hardships faced by others. Many people struggle to make ends meet; often having to decide between purchasing food and medication or paying their rent and heating bills. In fact, according to statistics provided by America’s Second Harvest, in 2006, 35.5 million Americans lived in food insecure households. "The Check Out Hunger program provides an easy way for our generous customers to help fight hunger right in their communities,” said Karen Meleta, spokeswoman for ShopRite. Year after year, ShopRite associates’ dedication to the program ensures that it continues to be a major source of funding for local food banks, who receive 100 percent of all funds that are raised. The program supports ShopRite’s on-going commitment to the fight against hunger and poverty.
About ShopRite ShopRite supermarkets are members of Wakefern Food Corporation, a retailer-owned cooperative. Through the 200 stores, located throughout New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and Delaware, ShopRite serves more than four million customers each week. A long time supporter of key community efforts, ShopRite was named America’s Second Harvest Grocery Distributor of the Year (1999) for its ShopRite Partners In Caring program, a year-round initiative dedicated to fighting hunger in the communities served by ShopRite stores. Since its inception, ShopRite Partners In Caring has donated more than $15 million to more than 1,400 worthy charities.
QUALITY AND VALUE COMES TO SOMERSET, NJ
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: Wednesday, November 7
Keaseby, NJ (November 6, 2007) – ShopRite announced today the grand opening of its newest store in Somerset, NJ, located at 435 Elizabeth Avenue. Starting this week, the local community of Somerset can bring ShopRite’s quality and value to their dinning room tables. Marking the occasion will be a ribbon cutting ceremony taking place at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 7, 2007. Scheduled to attend and help welcome ShopRite to the community are: Mayor, Brian Levine; Senator, Bob Smith; Assemblyman, Joseph V. Egan; and Assemblyman, Upendra J. Chivukula. “The opening of this store has been long awaited by the community and I’m excited that starting this week, we are able to bring our unique services and product offerings to the residents of Somerset,” said William Sumas, Executive Vice President Village Supermarkets, Inc.- owner and operator of the ShopRite of Somerset. Village Supermarkets are members of Wakefern Food Corporation, the marketing and distribution arm for ShopRite. With the new store opening comes job opportunities for the local community and a retailer known for its charitable giving. “All of us at Shoprite are looking forward to servicing the residences of Somerset,” stated Sumas. Shoppers at the ShopRite of Somerset can enjoy unique services such as:
The store will also have other services that a ShopRite customer has come to expect including: A fresh bakery department; Full-service floral department; Pharmacy; Broad selection of ethnic foods, and natural and organic products. In the near future, the store will launch ShopRite’s online personal shopping service, ShopRite From Home. The grand opening celebration will include entertainment for children, food sampling and giveaways. The store employees approximately 200 people and its hours of operation are: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. (Monday – Friday); and 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. (Saturday & Sunday).
ShopRite Announces Its Newest Arrival . . . ShopRite.Mybaby.com A New Social Networking Site for Parents Debuts on ShopRite.com
Keaseby, NJ (November 6, 2007) – ShopRite and MyWebGrocer have joined forces to serve up ShopRite.MyBaby.com -- the latest social networking site for proud parents in search of an open communication platform where ideas, information, stories, and advice can be exchanged. “ShopRite.MyBaby.com is a way for parents to connect with other parents, share advice and support one another while navigating through the parenting years, stated Joe Colalillo, chairman and CEO for Wakefern Food Corporation, the marketing and distribution arm for ShopRite. ShopRite.MyBaby.com will offer visitors a full range of networking possibilities including blogging, photo and video sharing, journal keeping, event listings, personalized home pages and profiles. Members can connect with other parents from around their own community and from around the country. “We’re really excited about ShopRite.MyBaby.com because, as anyone who’s been a parent knows, information and advice are critical, especially when you have an infant,” said Rebecca Roose, Marketing and Account Manager for MyWebLink a division of MyWebGrocer.com. “ShopRite.MyBaby.com gives parents the power and support they’re looking for.” ShopRite.MyBaby.com users will also have the opportunity to have full control of how much information they’d like to share as well as whom they’d like to share it with. Each module or section of the site has a privacy option – giving the user a choice of viewing privileges for other users, family, and friends alike. Aside from having a place to share funny experiences that come along with raising a family and pass along knowledge, ShopRite.MyBaby.com is also a destination to find: Unique ideas on how to get kids to eat their fruits and vegetables, and conversations on parenting, pregnancy and family living and links to ShopRite’s weekly specials and its online shopping service, ShopRite from Home. Press Room Archives |
