The trial in a patent infringement case involving two tobacco companies could result in the biggest patent infringement award in the history of the U.S., or it could open the door for reduced harm tobacco products, the Baltimore Herald de Paris reported. Star Scientific Inc., Chester, Va. is suing R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Co. [...]
Des-Moines, Iowa-based Seneca Companies has recently been granted a Safety Award from the Iowa-Illinois Safety Council for outstanding achievement in accident prevention during 2008. Seneca Companies was one of only 159 businesses, industries and government agencies in this two state region to receive an award for promoting active safety programs and reducing OSHA recordable [...]
The Hershey Co. showcased a slew of new products under several of its popular brands, as well as new promotions that are sure to attract customer interest, at last month’s All Candy Expo in Chicago. Retailers are certain to reap the benefits this year as excited consumers stop in to try new versions of their [...]
The 68th 7-Eleven convenience store in West Virginia officially opened this week, offering one unique distinction: it is the only 7-Eleven in the state that does not offer gas pumps, the Charleston Daily Mail reported. “It is a small lot,” Jeffrey Kramer, CEO and manager of 85 7-Eleven stores, including some in the bordering [...]
“The King” of NASCAR and the “King of Beers” are joining forces to encourage adult race fans cheering on their favorite NASCAR drivers to drink responsibly. Richard Petty, the most decorated driver in the history of NASCAR, and Anheuser-Busch announced that they are teaming up on a new Budweiser responsibility campaign aimed at reminding [...]
This summer, Rutter’s is sending eight lucky customers on long vacations–from gas prices. Each of them will win free gasoline for one year as part of Rutter’s Farm Stores’ annual “Fuel Up Free!” contest, which returns from May 25 through Aug. 30. What’s more, a ninth customer will win a Harley-Davidson Iron 883 motorcycle, [...]
Cumberland Farms and Gulf Oil this week announced the opening of their new business support campus in Framingham, Mass. This move will enable the corporate parent, its retail convenience stores, real estate operations and Gulf Oil LP subsidiary to take better advantage of opportunities in the marketplace. “The advantages of an efficient corporate integration [...]
By Brian L. Milne, Refined Fuels Editor for DTN Retail gasoline prices across the country have surged to 2009 highs in May, as wholesale markets gear up for the busy summer driving season which typically kicks off in earnest during the Memorial Day holiday. Drivers in metropolitan regions across the United States should [...]
More than 2,000 new treats and snacks debuted at the National Confectioners Association’s (NCA) 13th annual All Candy Expo in Chicago this week. The expo brought together hundreds of manufacturers, buyers and industry leaders from more than 69 countries. What’s New On the trend front, tried and true candy favorites are offering new flavor [...]
With its seventh annual charity golf outing, the Rutter’s companies, York. Pa., raised $90,000 for children’s charities. The specific charities that will benefit from this year’s event will be announced in the coming weeks. The golf outing took place May 4-5 at Regents’ Glen Golf Course near York. It drew 256 participants, including [...]
Clark Brands is rolling out a Gift Card Program designed specifically for small retailers. The Gift Card Program, powered by RBS WorldPay, is the product of collaboration between RBS WorldPay, who handles administration, and Clark, who is endorsing and promoting the program to its customers. The Gift Card Program has pricing, features and benefits only available [...]
What could be better than chocolate you ask? Free 100% chocolate products from Mars Snackfood U.S. To help customers beat recession blues and lift the mood of the country, the company is offering its own chocolate stimulus plan, in the form of the Mars Real Chocolate Relief Act. The company shared plans for the [...]
Michael F. Newman, executive vice president, NOCO Energy Corp. was recently appointed chairman of the New York Association of Convenience Stores (NYACS) for a one-year term. As chairman, Newman is the chief elected officer of NYACS and sets the tone and direction for the Association. In addition he presides over meetings of the general [...]
Scotsman Industries Inc., Vernon Hills, Ill., the Enodis global ice machine business from the Manitowoc Company, has been acquired by Warburg Pincus, a leading global private equity firm. With more than 50 years of history in the commercial ice machine and refrigeration business, Scotsman Industries Inc. will become the official name of the new [...]
Wal-Mart Stores Inc reported a flat quarterly profit, according to Reuters. In the current quarter, the big box company reported results that lined up with analysts’ predictions. Last year at this time, Walmart benefited as consumers spent tax rebate stimulus money at its stores. This year, the company does not have a stimulus to [...]