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Press RoomCelebrate the Opening of the Newest (and Littlest) ShopRite Supermarket at Please Touch Museum Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: Saturday, December 13 at 10:00 a.m. Philadelphia, PA (December 9, 2008) – The owners of ShopRite supermarkets in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware announced today the grand opening of their newest “store,” the ShopRite Supermarket exhibit inside the new Please Touch Museum at Memorial Hall in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia. The hands-on, interactive supermarket exhibit enables children to be shoppers, cashiers and stockers. “Being a part of the restoration of Memorial Hall, which is such a grand structure and having the supermarket exhibit named for us, further cements our commitment to the community of Philadelphia. We are thrilled to bring the ShopRite supermarket experience into this unique museum setting that is sure to delight children and their parents,” said Karen Meleta, spokeswoman for ShopRite. “Years ago, when we first announced our plans to move the museum to Memorial Hall, the most frequently asked question was, ‘Are you going to bring the supermarket?’” recalled Nancy Kolb, President & CEO of Please Touch Museum. “It has always been our most popular exhibit, and thanks to ShopRite, we have been able to build an even bigger and better supermarket for families to enjoy. And we have added a kitchen where kids can extend the shopping experience to putting away the groceries they ‘purchase’ at the ShopRite.” The exhibit puts children in charge of the real-world experience of shopping in a grocery store. Rather than riding in a cart pushed by mom or dad, young kids push their own small shopping carts through the aisles or operate cash registers in check-out lanes. Little shoppers can pile their carts high with a wide assortment of play foods including fruits, vegetables, seafood, loaves of bread and packaged items ranging from Philly favorites like Tastykakes to ShopRite branded peanut butter, cereal, juices and canned goods. Huge wheels of cheese, pastries, and frozen foods complete the play shopping experience. The ShopRite Supermarket exhibit is an integral part of the museum’s City Capers exhibit zone, one of six different zones in the museum. City Capers is a Please Touch city within the museum, offering a realistic urban environment of shops including the supermarket, a restaurant and a shoe store, along with a medical center, a construction area and the Front Step toddler environment. Together these activities create a ‘neighborhood’ of hands-on learning experiences. About ShopRite About Please Touch Museum® ShopRite Announces Winner Of The 20th Annual Best Bagger Contest Kelly McNally To Represent ShopRite At The 2009 National Grocers Association’s National Best Bagger Contest Keasbey, NJ (November 25, 2008) – Kelly McNally from the ShopRite of Lacey is the winner of ShopRite’s 20th Annual Best Bagger Contest and is set to compete at the National Grocers Association’s Best Bagger National Finals in Las Vegas. Preliminary “bag off” in-store competitions took place at ShopRite supermarkets across New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. The winners moved on to compete in the ShopRite Annual Best Bagger Contest for the top honor of representing ShopRite at the national contest held at the Paris Las Vegas Hotel on Thursday, February 5, 2009. To win, Ms. McNally competed against 19 ShopRite finalists. Finalists’ bagging experience ranged from one month to over 30 years. McNally was judged on the categories of speed, proper bag building technique, distribution of weight between bags and style, attitude and appearance. The contest took place in the actual checkout lanes at the ShopRite of Somerset on October 21, 2008 and was judged by a panel of ShopRite associates. “I joined ShopRite eight years ago and I’m very excited to have the opportunity to travel to Las Vegas for a chance to place the company I work for in the national spotlight,” expressed Ms. McNally. “None of this would have been possible without help from Rich Borkowski,” Loss Prevention detective at Perlmart, Inc., operator of the ShopRite of Lacey. Perlmart Inc. is a member of Wakefern Food Corporation, the marketing and distribution arm for ShopRite. “Rich tirelessly trained me for an entire week prior to the contest,” said McNally. The second and third place winners are Sherry Zimbaldi from the ShopRite of Peekskill and Kris Walker from the ShopRite of Wayne, respectively. As the winner, Ms. McNally, was awarded a First Place trophy, a 19” Digital LCD Color TV and an all expense paid trip to Las Vegas, Nevada where she’ll compete to win the National Grocers Association’s Best Bagger Contest. ______________________________________________________________________________ Talk Turkey with ShopRite’s Culinary Workshop Chefs Introducing “ShopRite Chefs on Call” – The Direct Connection to A Stress-Free Thanksgiving Feast Keasbey, NJ (November 21, 2008) – Beginning Sunday, November 23, a team of top ShopRite Culinary Workshop Chef Instructors will serve up answers to customers’ Thanksgiving meal preparation questions through the first ever “ShopRite Chefs On Call” service. Whether cooking a full Thanksgiving dinner, preparing a side dish, or simply helping in the kitchen, ShopRite’s top Chefs will be on call waiting to guide seasoned cooks and beginners alike through their holiday meal preparation. The team of Chefs will be at ShopRite’s customer care center every day from November 23 until Thanksgiving Day to answer in-coming calls to 1-800-ShopRite. In addition to answering questions, the Chefs will also offer savvy preparation tips and share kitchen-tested recipe ideas that are sure to satisfy even the most demanding dinner guest. “Even the most experienced Thanksgiving host turns to guidance when cooking a holiday feast,” stated Cheryl Macik, director of Consumer Affairs at Wakefern Food Corp., the distribution and merchandising arm of ShopRite supermarkets. “We are always thinking of ways to offer added convenience for our customers and we hope that “ShopRite Chefs On Call” delivers the time-saving and useful tips that most household cooks need during this busy time of year,” said Macik. To talk live with a ShopRite Chef, customers are encouraged to call 1-800-ShopRite (1-800-746-7748) at the following times and ask for the “Chef on call.” • Sunday, November 23 - 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Callers who provide an email address will receive a collection of the Chefs’ favorite holiday recipes. For additional information on holiday turkey preparation including tips on buying, storing, thawing, and roasting, visit the Website at www.shoprite.com. Native Philadelphians Bring Quality & Value To Frankford Ave.with the Grand Opening of new ShopRite Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: Saturday, November 8th at 9:00 a.m. Keasbey, NJ (November 5, 2008) – The McMenamin family, owners and operators of the ShopRite of Roosevelt Boulevard, announced today the grand opening of their newest store, the ShopRite of Morrell Plaza located on Frankford Ave. Starting next week, ShopRite will offer the local community a broad selection of products and services at ShopRite’s traditional low prices. Rich McMenamin, owner and operator of the new ShopRite store, calls this latest addition a “family affair” - emphasizing that it is likely customers will see McMenamin family members working at the store. “I am thrilled to have another opportunity to serve a community that I’ve known my entire life,” stated Mr. McMenamin. “My wife Rene, our daughter Bria, and our son Sean are all native Philadelphians and we have a strong sense of what the local consumer is looking for from their neighborhood market,” he added. A ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 8 in the company of Al Taubenberger, president of the Northeast Chamber of Commerce who will be in attendance to help mark the special occasion. With the new store opening comes job opportunities for the local community and a commitment to the McMenamin family’s tradition of charitable giving. Kicking-off the new store’s charitable initiatives is a $10,000 check presentation to Philabundance, the local food bank, during the grand opening ceremony. The Aqua String Band will be on-hand to entertain customers and their families while they enjoy food samples and refreshments. Customers can look forward to a unique shopping experience where “the taste of Philly” can be enjoyed throughout the store. Most notable is The Grill, a Philly Cheese Steak sandwich station decorated with Phillies memorabilia that is sure to delight baseball fans of all ages. “The Grill is an exciting section of the store where customers can savor authentic popular fare at our sitting area. The restaurant-style setting of The Grill is decorated with photographs of the old and new Philadelphia stadium to capture the sports fan’s spirit,” said Mr. McMenamin. The ShopRite of Morrell Plaza also serves as an alternative to dining out by offering customers the convenience of ready-made family meals to go from its extensive Prepared Foods department. Other services and products include: Artisan pizzas; Soup bar; New York style bagels; Sandwiches made to order; Fresh bakery department; Full-service floral department; Pharmacy; Broad selection of ethnic foods, and natural and organic products. The McMenamin family brings four decades of experience in the supermarket business and joined Wakefern Food Corp., the distribution and merchandising arm of ShopRite, in 1995 with the opening of their first ShopRite store at Roosevelt Boulevard. The ShopRite of Morrell Plaza is located at: 9910 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia, Pa. and its hours of operation are: 6:00 a.m. to midnight (Monday – Saturday); and 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. (Sundays.) ______________________________________________________________________________ New Owner Takes A New Look At The ShopRite of West Haven Keasbey, NJ (November 3, 2008) – Harry Garafalo, owner of the ShopRite of Milford traveled five miles down the road to take ownership of the ShopRite of West Haven. Garafalo, known for his commitment to friendly customer service, took ownership of the ShopRite of West Haven on September 28. “I’m excited to bring the West Haven community a new shopping experience with an expanded offering in all of the departments,” stated Garafalo. “Over the next few months, I’ll be focusing on remodeling the store to make it a more enjoyable shopping experience for our customers and look forward to working with the dedicated West Haven store team.” The renovation will include brighter lighting, new flooring, new cases and an expanded assortment of product throughout the store particularly in the Produce, Seafood, Bakery and Foods-to-Go departments. The changes in the store will occur over the next few months and is expected to be completed in February of 2009, when a grand reopening is scheduled. Garafalo noted that customers are already beginning to notice some of the changes that have been made and he looks forward to serving the community of West Haven. Customers at the Shoprite of Milford have grown accustomed to the high level of service and quality found there and the ShopRite of West Haven will follow in that tradition. Garafalo also noted that he is expanding the department management team with seasoned associates from the ShopRite of Milford store, which he purchased in January 2004. “Their experience and commitment to quality in servicing our customers is sure the make our customers feel welcomed while experiencing an enjoyable shopping trip to our store,” said Garafalo. A board member of the Connecticut Food Association, Garafalo brings more than 30 years of experience in the supermarket industry to the ShopRite of West Haven. In addition, Garafalo has shown his commitment to community involvement by serving as director on the boards of the Milford United Way, the Milford Red Cross, and the Milford Audobon, among others. The West Haven store currently supports a number of hunger-fighting charities through its ShopRite Partners In Caring program, including: The Community Soup Kitchen in New Haven, The Gateway Christian Fellowshipin West Haven, and WHEAT in West Haven, among others. The ShopRite of West Haven is located at 1131 Campbell Avenue, West Haven, CT 06510. Their hours of operation are: (Monday - Sunday); 7 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. __________________________________________________________________________________________ ShopRite of Wharton Announces a 358 Kilowatt Solar System Installation New Solar System To Reduce Energy Consumption By 10 Percent And Annual Carbon Emissions By 280 Tons Keasbey, NJ (October 20, 2008) – ShopRite of Wharton announced today the unprecedented installment of a 358 kilowatt solar system – making it the largest solar installation for a supermarket in the state of New Jersey. The solar installation consists of the mounting of 1,666 solar panels - each fixed on the roof of the ShopRite of Wharton at a five degree angle. Taking up 70 percent of the roof space, the solar panels will produce a total power of approximately 358 kilowatts and are anticipated to reduce the energy consumption at the store by 10 percent, saving thousands of dollars a year in energy costs and saving over 280 tons of carbon dioxide emissions. This installation has excited the Morris County Improvement Authority, an autonomous independent agency of the County of Morris that acts as a catalyst for economic development. In addition, Wharton Mayor Bill Chegwidden has served an instrumental role as a freeholder in realizing the solar project at the ShopRite of Wharton. “The ShopRite of Wharton’s solar installation marks a huge step forward in our county’s initiative to put into place energy-saving projects that will help cut energy bills and our dependency on oil,” stated Mayor Chegwidden. “It truly sets the example for schools and municipalities in the area to start installing green technology for a better future.” “This solar installment is a very important step toward solidifying our commitment to help improve the environment we all share,” stated Irv Glass, owner and co-CEO of Glass Gardens, Inc.- which operates the ShopRite of Wharton. “We are very proud to host the largest solar installation for a supermarket in the state of New Jersey and hope that this paves the way for other future opportunities to reduce our impact on our planet,” said Glass. The ShopRite of Wharton tapped the Denville, NJ-based The Solar Center to install the state-of-the art PV (Photovoltaic) system. Currently, the project is in the engineering phase which consists of designing the system to determine the exact size and the number of modules used to convert sunlight into AC electricity -- better known as household electricity. “We are thrilled to be working on this grand-scale project that is sure to set the standard for other commercial property owners in Wharton,” said Gerry Heimbuch, vice president of Operations at The Solar Center. “This is the biggest green initiative in the township and we are proud that The Solar Center was selected for it,” expressed Heimbuch. Construction of the solar panels system is scheduled to begin during the first week of November and finish before the end of the year. The ShopRite of Wharton is located at 314 Route 15, Wharton, NJ 07885. Its hours of operation are: (Monday – Sunday) 24 hours a day. 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. ShopRite has been active in environmental initiatives for more than three decades – long before it became fashionable to do so. In 1992, ShopRite implemented a bag re-use program. Today, more than 17 million bags are re-used by ShopRite customers. ShopRite has operated its own recycling center in Elizabeth, New Jersey since 1977. The facility recycles plastic bags, shrink wrap and corrugated card board. In 2007, ShopRite recycled 96,000 tons of cardboard, 1,760 tons of plastic film and bags, 949 tons of newspaper, 280 tons of office paper, 115 tons of metal and 1,490 tons of waxed corrugated. In 2006, ShopRite expanded its recycling program to include white stock pill bottles from its pharmacy department. ShopRite is a longtime supporter of such environmental conservation groups as Clean Ocean Action, Conserve Wildlife Federation, Quinnipiac River Watershed Association, the Connecticut Audobon Society, The Riverkeeper and the “Teaching and Learning with Monarch Butterflies” educational program, among others. Each year, ShopRite also conducts its own ShopRite Earth Day Challenge. This annual event challenges volunteers to beautify their communities by cleaning up litter from local parks and beaches and planting flowers. In April of 2008, the ShopRite of Marlton, New Jersey became the first ShopRite store to receive the EPA’s prestigious Energy Star Rating, a national symbol for protecting the environment through superior energy performance. Through the use of energy-saving technology, the store was able to reduce its energy consumption by approximately 35 percent. About The Solar Center, Inc. The Solar Center provides solar energy and energy systems for commercial and residential electricity generation. The company is a leader in solar design and installation, and is committed to serving the energy needs of its customers in a dependable and environmentally responsible manner in the Tri-State region. The Solar Center is a privately held company headquartered in Morris County, NJ. To learn more about The Solar Center and solar power in general, visit www.thesolarcenter.com. _______________________________________________________________________ The ShopRite of Marlton Helps Find Gluten Free foods WHAT: Having trouble locating gluten-free products during your grocery shopping trips? The ShopRite of Marlton will be hosting an in-store health and wellness event to help customers navigate throughout the supermarket to find gluten-free foods. The event is designed to educate customers on Celiacs disease and on how to jump-start a gluten-free lifestyle. The three-hour event will consist of educational material, store tours, product sampling, and raffles. In addition, a registered dietitian will be on-site to offer guidance to customers interested in learning more about following a gluten-free diet. WHEN: Saturday, October 18, 2008 from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. WHERE: ShopRite of Marlton 307 West Route 70 Marlton, NJ 08053 Phone: (856) 983-7370 WHO: ShopRite of Marlton and Natalie Menza, ShopRite’s registered dietitian WHY: ShopRite knows that there is increasing interest and a higher demand for gluten-free foods. Removing gluten from your diet is not easy and ShopRite wants to help. Looking for a complete list of Gluten-Free foods carried at ShopRite, click here _______________________________________________________________________ ShopRite Takes Center Stage As Presenting Sponsor Of The Grand Tasting At The Inaugural Food Network Net Proceeds to Benefit The New York City Food Bank And Share Our Strength Keasbey, NJ; September 29, 2008 – ShopRite presents The Grand Tasting at the much anticipated inaugural Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival on Saturday, October 11 and Sunday, October 12. Food and wine aficionados attending the Grand Tasting presented by ShopRite will experience a stimulating taste bud adventure of scrumptious ShopRite branded culinary treats during two three-hour sessions each day. The Grand Tasting presented by ShopRite is part of the Wine & Food Festival presented by The Food Network, Food &Wine and Travel Leisure magazines. The event offers a bonanza of seminars and exquisite food samplings beginning on Thursday, October 9 through Sunday, October 12 at New York City’s trendy Meatpacking District located at Pier 54 in Hudson River Park. “This event spotlights the best of the New York wine and food scene but it also benefits hunger relief programs that ShopRite has historically supported with great pride,” expressed Joe Gozzi, director of Specialty Foods at Wakefern Food Corporation, the distribution and merchandizing arm of ShopRite supermarkets. “We at ShopRite are thrilled to have the opportunity to share our line of top quality ShopRite Private Label products with food lovers who have discriminatory taste,” he said. Attendees at the Grand Tasting will enjoy high quality culinary creations by ShopRite’s Culinary Workshop and executive chef, Faith Alahverdian, in a unique setting within the Grand Tasting presented by ShopRite tent. Chef Faith will feature her exclusive recipe dish: Casarecce Artisan-Cut Pasta with Lemon Chicken, Parmesan-Roasted Artichoke Hearts and Wilted Escarole, which includes ingredients such as Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, ShopRite Light Olive Oil and ShopRite imported casarecce artisan-cut pasta from Italy. Other tasty delights will feature ShopRite private label Extra Virgin Olive Oil and the popular ShopRite Panettone, to name a few. The schedule for the Grand Tasting presented by ShopRite is as follows: Saturday, October 11 and Sunday, October 12 Session 1 – 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Session 2 – 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Ticket price for each session is $150 per person. Net proceeds will benefit the New York City Food Bank and Share Our Strength. For more information, or to purchase tickets to the event, click here ________________________________________________________________________________ ShopRite of Medford Announces Grand Re-Opening Full store renovation complete; October 5 ribbon cutting to include Mayor, Mummers, and customer giveaways Keasbey, NJ (September 30, 2008) - ShopRite announced today the grand re-opening of its store in Medford, NJ, located at Route 70 and Charles Street. Following ten months of full store renovations, the ShopRite of Medford will unveil its newly transformed layout and unique product offerings on Sunday, October 5 at a 7:30 A.M. ribbon cutting ceremony. Second-generation grocers David and Renee Zallie purchased the ShopRite of Medford from the Zallie family in 2007 and quickly began the reconstruction project that would transform the store into an upscale showplace for fine food and everyday grocery needs, as well as catering services. The Shoprite of Medford has been serving residents of Medford and its surrounding communities for ten years. “With the advent of the store’s 10th anniversary, it is fitting to initiate this renewal project as a way to thank our many loyal and valued customers,” said David Zallie, owner and operator of the ShopRite of Medford. “We spent the past ten months on a complete store renovation in order to transform the ShopRite of Medford into more than just a grocery store. By offering several new features and select services, we now provide our customers with the ultimate shopping experience – at our traditional low prices.” The new ShopRite of Medford offers its customers an all-inclusive shopping experience with the addition of Zallie’s Fresh Kitchen, a full-service prepared food and catering department. With made-from-scratch fare prepared in the kitchen and bakery, the store’s full-service catering also includes party planning, floral design, server engagement, set-up and delivery. Tracey Slack, former owner of Medford’s Red Hen Café and executive chef of Zallie’s Fresh Kitchen, has created a restaurant-quality environment, combined with ShopRite’s value offering, to create a one-stop destination for customers looking to plan an event or for those who simply want to purchase a healthy family meal to-go. “We maintain a terrific staff of top chefs and bakers in order to deliver a wide selection of regular and seasonal favorites to our valued customers,” said Mike Monte, store manager of the ShopRite of Medford. “In addition, our seafood, produce, and organic departments have all expanded their footprints in order to continue to provide our customers with the quality and variety they have come to expect from ShopRite.” The Zallie Fresh Kitchen also offers homemade brick-oven pizza, a grab-and-go sushi bar, a wide-range of individual-sized dinners and gourmet desserts, as well as a café with seating for 40. The ShopRite of Medford is also making health and wellness a top priority for its customers and has employed an in-store registered dietitian, Meghan Modica. In addition to assistance with healthy meal planning, Ms. Modica’s services will also include advice on navigating nutrition claims and food labeling, in-store tours to assist with meal planning, and individual and group nutrition counseling sessions focused on meeting dietary needs. As a part of the grand re-opening celebrations and in its commitment to the health and wellness initiative, the ShopRite of Medford will be offering these dietary services at no cost through the end of the year. The reopening event, with scheduled appearances by both Mayor Christopher Myers and ShopRite spokesperson Orien Reid, will begin with the ShopRite of Medford’s presentation of $10,000 to the Food Bank of South Jersey. This donation is made as a part of the ShopRite Partners In Caring program, a year-round ShopRite initiative dedicated to fighting hunger in the community. Through ShopRite Partners in Caring and other community programs, the ShopRite of Medford is committed to focusing on its associates, the community, and the families its serves. Also scheduled as part of the day’s activities are performances by the Lenape High School JROTC Color Guard and the Philadelphia Mummers, the renowned local entertainment troupe. Four weeks of grand re-opening celebrations will follow Sunday’s festivities and will include entertainment for children, food sampling, giveaways, and customer promotions. A full calendar of events will be available at the store or at www.zalliesfreshkitchen.com. The ShopRite of Medford employs approximately 250 associates and its hours of operation are:
_______________________________________________________________________________ NJ’s Top Performing High School Athletic Programs Honored with the ShopRite Cup for 2007-2008 The Award Ceremonies Begin September 19th -
“ShopRite takes great pride in acknowledging the amazing talent and efforts of our youth and we are excited to do all we can to spotlight the state’s outstanding athletic programs in our community,” said Karen Meleta, spokeswoman for ShopRite. “We are thrilled to be able to partner with the NJSIAA for the last five years. It is always a joy to witness first hand the tremendous competitive edge among the athletes for a shot to win the ShopRite Cup and I look forward to more exciting moments beginning with the trophy presentations.” Public school recipients of the 2008 ShopRite Cup are listed below along with the school’s trophy presentation date. • Haddonfield Memorial High School, Group 2 (September 19) Haddonfield has won the ShopRite Cup in each of the award’s five-year span, while Metuchen won for the second straight year. Winners of the 2008 ShopRite Cup among non-public schools, are: • Holy Cross High School, in Delran , Group B. ( September 19) Both are first-time winners of the ShopRite Cup. To win, schools earned ShopRite Cup points by finishing in the top four in their group’s state championship competitions in 32 NJSIAA-sanctioned sports during the 2007-2008 school year. The ShopRite Cup also rewards sportsmanship with bonus points for schools with no disqualifications. Out of a total of 430 participating schools, 195 received ShopRite Cup points. “Throughout the years, the ShopRite Cup has served as a successful tool to encourage team work and to heighten the passion of athletic performance in a healthy and competitive way,” said Steve Timko, executive director of the NJSIAA. “The ShopRite Cup has played a big role in taking interscholastic athletics in New Jersey to new levels of recognition and achievement.”
ShopRite and PriceRite Supermarkets to Donate $10,000 to Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Coventry, CT Keasbey, NJ; September 17, 2008 – On Wednesday, September 24, Connecticut ShopRite store owners and representatives from PriceRite Supermarkets will gather at the Connecticut Vietnam Veterans Memorial site at Patriots Park in Coventry at 11:00 a.m. to take part in acknowledging the 612 Connecticut soldiers who lost their lives during the Vietnam War. This event, attended by veterans, family members and friends, and public constituencies includes a ShopRite/PriceRite presentation of $10,000 to Jean Risely, Director and Committee Chairwoman of the Connecticut Vietnam Veterans Memorial. “We could not be more grateful to ShopRite and PriceRite for their support in honoring our fallen brothers,” said Joe DiPietro, Vietnam veteran and ShopRite customer. “It is important to remain committed to honoring these courageous soldiers and to continue to recognize the ultimate sacrifice they made for our country.” Also scheduled to participate in the day’s commemorative event is the Marine Corps Color Guard who will perform a formal salute and presentation. The American Legion Color Guard and members of the Patriot Guard Military Motorcycle Unit will follow with performances to acknowledge the fallen heroes. The service will include biographies of the 612 fallen soldiers and a POW/MIA display created to preserve the memory of these brave men. ______________________________________________________________________
ShopRite of Wallkill is the Winning Store of The ShopRite Partners In Caring/Pringles Contest FORMER NY GIANTS MICHAEL STRAHAN TO VISIT THE ShopRite OF WALLKILL TO TACKLE HUNGER IN OUR COMMUNITIES ShopRite of Wallkill is the Winning Store of The ShopRite Partners In Caring/Pringles Contest August 12, 2008, Keasbey, NJ – ShopRite of Wallkill associates and customers will be in the company of former New York Giants defensive end, Michael Strahan on Wednesday, August 13, 2008 at the ShopRite store located at 20 Lloyds Lane, Middletown, NY. Strahan’s special appearance comes in appreciation for the hard work and dedication displayed by the ShopRite of Wallkill associates to earn the top position in the ShopRite Partners In Caring/Pringles Contest sponsored by Proctor & Gamble. The ShopRite of Wallkill is the winning store out of more than 200 participating ShopRite stores in an associate contest designed to help feed the hungry in our area. To recognize the store’s accomplishment, Strahan will interact with customers and bag groceries from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. “We are so excited to be able to provide the platform needed to spread the word about the hunger issues facing everyday Americans living in our communities,” said Karen Meleta ShopRite Partners In Caring spokeswoman. “Having Michael Strahan on our team in the fight against hunger is a great honor and it is our hope that the many contests and events we hold throughout the year will touch the hearts of those in a position to help others in need.” ShopRite and P&G teamed up in May to launch the contest. During the contest period, which kicked-off May 25 and ran through June 14, ShopRite stores sold 250,000 Pringles cans and raised a total of $121,000 to benefit the ShopRite Partners In Caring Fund.* The top 25 ShopRite stores won the opportunity to feature two associates from each store on a full page “Tackling Hunger” ad in the Game Day programs of either the New York Giants or the Philadelphia Eagles. Each store will be presented with a framed keepsake of the Game Day ad and each winning associate will receive a copy of the New York Giants or Philadelphia Eagles Game Day program. “The food bank is so pleased that ShopRite, the Pringles team and a New York 2008 Super Bowl Champion have partnered to support us,” express Jan Whitman, director of the Food Bank of Hudson Valley. “It is always exciting to see people coming together to work towards a common goal and we at the food bank are very grateful to have such a strong support in the fight against hunger,” said Whitman. _______________________________________________________________________ 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 Energy Star Energy Star was introduced by EPA in 1992 as a voluntary, market-based partnership to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through energy efficiency. Today, the Energy Star label can be found on more than 50 different kinds of products, new homes and commercial and industrial buildings. Products and buildings that have earned the Energy Star designation prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy-efficiency specifications set by the government. Last year alone, Americans, with the help of Energy Star, saved about $14 billion on their energy bills while reducing the greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to those of 25 million vehicles. For more information about the Energy Star for retail buildings log on to: http://www.energystar.gov/labeledbuildings
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 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. _______________________________________________ Press Room Archives Check Out Hunger Registers With ShopRite Customers More Than $500,000 Raised at ShopRite Stores
Quality And Value Comes To Somerset, NJ With The Grand Opening Of New ShopRite Store Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: Wednesday, November 7
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). _______________________________________________ Press Room Archives ShopRite Announces Its Newest Arrival . . . ShopRite.Mybaby.com A New Social Networking Site for Parents Debuts on ShopRite.com
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