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BP to Take Full Ownership of Thorntons

The deal aligns with the energy company’s aim to grow its U.S. fuels and convenience retail business.

3 years 11 months ago

Aldi Branches Into Convenience Stores

The new smaller footprint concept opened in Australia this week.

3 years 11 months ago

7-Eleven Slurpee Goes Galactic

The iconic drink will blast into space next month.

3 years 11 months ago

Same-Day Pay: The Next Big Thing?

One way to recruit retail staff may be to pay them on demand.

3 years 11 months ago

Celebrate the Hot Dogs of Summer

Pilot Flying J joins HEINZ and Oscar Mayer to give away free hot dogs.

3 years 11 months ago

Alcohol Vending Machine Is CU Chain’s Latest Innovation

To prohibit underage sales, authentication technology verifies age via phone app or credit card.

3 years 11 months ago

Maine Lawmakers Pass Tough Sustainability Law

Retailers will have additional responsibilities regarding packaging waste.

3 years 11 months ago

Whole Foods’ Latest Market Format Opens in Tampa

Offerings include 800-plus local products from Florida vendors.

3 years 11 months ago

How to Avoid Chargebacks

Retailers are looking for reasonable EMV solutions that address costly chargebacks due to fraud.

3 years 11 months ago

Is the Labor Shortage Fixable?

Yes, but there may not be a quick-fix solution.

3 years 11 months ago

Florida’s Farm Stores Head to Arizona

Made from recycled shipping containers and painted to look like a barn, the drive-thru c-store concept is expanding to the Arizona market.

3 years 11 months ago

GPM Refreshes Fountain Drinks in 260 Stores

The dispensed beverage assortment will vary by region to reflect customer preferences.

3 years 11 months ago

Looking for Cool New Products?

From prepackaged pastries to pump retrofits, see what’s new for your stores.

3 years 11 months ago

Rutter’s Raises Hourly Starting Wage to $15

This is the third time the company has increased wages since April 2020.

3 years 11 months ago

Parking Garages as ‘Mobility Hubs’?

Some entrepreneurs want to remake car parks into EV charging spots with driver amenities.

3 years 11 months ago

Home-Meal Subscriptions Expected to Keep Growing

Consumers are still flocking to online grocery solutions, including meal kits.

3 years 11 months ago

Pilot Surprises 40-Year Driver With Custom Peterbilt Truck

Daniel Abshire was recognized for his four decades of service of driving for Pilot Company.

3 years 11 months ago

Soft Drink Industry Lowers Added Sugar in Europe

With more EU countries demanding better-for-you beverages, the industry will reduce sugar by 10% by 2025.

3 years 11 months ago

Beyond Meat Branches Out Into ‘Chicken’ Tenders

The meat-free strips are now available in U.S. restaurants.

3 years 11 months ago

Brussels to Ban Sales of New Diesel Cars by 2030

A ban on sales of new gasoline-powered cars will follow in 2035.

3 years 11 months ago