Drug Store News articles from May 2007

Drug Store News archives from May 2007

Bernauer sees 'rich promise' ahead.(NEWS & ANALYSIS)(David Bernauer new chairman of National Association of Chain Drug Stores)
May 21, 2007... SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- Dizzying technological change, repeated assaults on the costs of health care and prescription drug therapy and the growing power of information technology have spawned an era of both uncertainty and enormous potential for...

Anderson cites importance of clear message for industry.(NEWS & ANALYSIS)(new president and chief executive officer of the National Association of Chain Drug Store)
May 21, 2007... SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- Most chain pharmacy leaders got their first close look at the new president and chief executive officer of the National Association of Chain Drug Store last month, at NACDS Annual Meeting. And what they heard was a seasoned...

CVS enjoys 'good start to great marriage'.(NEWS & ANALYSIS)(merger of CVS Corp. with Caremark Homecare Inc.)
May 21, 2007... WOONSOCKET, R.I. -- Still fresh from its merger with Caremark, CVS experienced for the first quarter solid performances at both the retail and PBM level. As one industry observer put it, the quarter marked "a good start to a great marriage."...

Shoppers opens 1,000th store.(INDUSTRY WATCH)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... TORONTO -- Shoppers Drug Mart this month opened its 1,000th store, becoming the first Canadian retailer to reach this milestone. "Today marks a major milestone for our company, made possible by the dedication and commitment of our...

Senate vote blocks drug imports.(INDUSTRY WATCH)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... WASHINGTON -- The Senate voted 49-40 that imported drugs will not be allowed unless they are certified by the secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services. The move essentially preserves restrictions on importing lower-cost...

CCRx buyout not likely to shift pharmacy-friendly stance.(NEWS & ANALYSIS)
May 21, 2007... CLEVELAND -- The backers of a plan by Universal American Financial Corp. to purchase MemberHealth and its Community Care Rx Medicare prescription drug plan predicted that the deal, if successful, wouldn't jeopardize CCRx's market strategy as a...

NACDS lauds Enzi as champion of pharmacy.(NEWS & ANALYSIS)(National Association of Chain Drug Stores)(Michael Enzi )
May 21, 2007... ALEXANDRIA, Va. -- Pointed and timely remarks to his Senate colleagues about the value of pharmacists have earned U.S. Sen. Michael Enzi recognition from the National Association of Chain Drug Stores. On May 9, NACDS bestowed its first-ever...

Backers: FDA overhaul plan won't derail biogenerics bill.(NEWS & ANALYSIS)
May 21, 2007... WASHINGTON -- Spurred by concerns over the long-term safety of widely used prescription drugs, the Senate overwhelmingly approved a bill May 9 to overhaul and strengthen the Food and Drug Administration's drug oversight procedures. The...

Illinois bill seeks to regulate in-store clinics.(NEWS & ANALYSIS)
May 21, 2007... SPRINGFIELD, Ill. -- A proposed law that would ensure an open dialogue between retail health clinics and community doctors has some industry members scratching their heads given that ensuring continuity of care and partnering with the local...

Wal-Mart plans for 400 retail clinics.(NEWS & ANALYSIS)
May 21, 2007... BENTONVILLE, Ark. -- In a major expansion of its commitment to in-store health clinics, Wal-Mart Stores revealed plans last month to open as many as 400 of the pocket-sized, walk-in care centers in its stores over the next two to three years....

CVS seeks local approval for first Mass. MinuteClinics.(NEWS & ANALYSIS)(MinuteClinic)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... WOONSOCKET, R.I. -- CVS is looking to bring its MinuteClinic concept to the Boston-area, and has asked Massachusetts health officials for approval to open the first of 20 to 30 clinics there. According to local news reports, company...

Urban, suburban merge in new A&P store format.(SUPERMARKET RX NEWS)
May 21, 2007... WEST NEW YORK, N.J. -- A&P has developed a new format specifically designed to occupy an emerging niche in upscale condo, co-op and apartment developments that straddle urban and suburban spaces. The newest, in West New York, N.J., on the...

FMI eyes nutrition and wellness connection.(SUPERMARKET RX NEWS)(Food Marketing Institute conference on supermarket pharmacy)
May 21, 2007... CHICAGO -- The quest for a more seamless integration of pharmacy and the "Whole Health" nutritional offerings inside the nation's supermarkets was a recurrent theme at the Food Marketing Institute's 20th annual Supermarket Pharmacy Conference...

Supervalu earnings up, new openings planned.(SUPERMARKET RX NEWS)
May 21, 2007... MINNEAPOLIS -- Supervalu reported an increase in fourth quarter and fiscal 2007 earnings and plans to remodel more than 100 stores this year across most of its banners. Supervalu said it would spend up to $1.2 billion in 2007 for...

New signal-caller leads Rx on offense.
May 21, 2007... Maybe it was because I spent all my time playing football stuck up on the line, but something about the NACDS Annual Meeting business sessions got me pretty fired up. Kind of like the first day you got to work out in pads after a solid mind-...

How do I find the next big niche brand?(evolution in category management)(Viewpoint essay)
May 21, 2007... Allow me to challenge the idea that you've heard it all before: imagine more. Imagine the next evolution in category management. Make no mistake, I am a merchant first and foremost; I love everything about it: the buying, selling,...

Retailer savvy can lead to big payoff on shelf.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)
May 21, 2007... Success in niche begins with placement on a retailer's shelf. But because that means either taking a chance on companies without a strong pedigree of success at mass or ceding space for a potentially strong new niche product in place of a...

Niche offers unique solutions with high-margin potential.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)
May 21, 2007... The top 25 growing health care niche brands last year delivered $117 million in incremental dollars, representing a 27 percent lift in sales of those positive-growth brands on a dollar volume of $550.8 million, according to data from...

The next wave of niche blockbusters?(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(health care products)
May 21, 2007... Niche products in health care typically feature either new delivery systems of traditional products or target conditions that impact a smaller group of consumers. Following are some recently launched products that may top future niche lists,...

Niche beauty products create connection with retail customers.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)
May 21, 2007... In the beauty quadrant, niche is hip. Out of the top 25 personal care and beauty brands, niche products generated an incremental $107.8 million last year, representing 17.2 percent growth reaching a $733.4 million base. Chief among those...

Looking for next breakout product.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)
May 21, 2007... Niche in beauty is usually indicative of emerging trends--which according to the list below would suggest that both nostalgia and natural are hot right now. Following are some recently launched items that may help define the niche beauty brands...

Busting the myths on niche.
May 21, 2007... Niche manufacturers are typically charged with delivering major manufacturer-like dollars and units per SKU while contributing above-average margins. Their existence often is characterized by not having the resources, financial and otherwise,...

Airplus' Steppies.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... The Airplus brand continues to be one of the key drivers in the foot care business. Airplus has been able to put up impressive gains by focusing on innovative products, packaging and marketing. Airplus was first to market with their Airplus...

Disintegrator Plus.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... As home injection drug therapies become more commonplace, disposal of needles in household waste will become a growing problem. The solution is the safe, simple and economical Disintegrator Plus, a portable device that easily disposes of used...

Calpis USA's ameal b.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(ameal bp )(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... ameal bp is a result of Calpis USA's commitment to new food ingredients that address consumers' preference for naturally derived and clinically studied functional health and wellness products. In 1997, after extensive research and development,...

Inverness Medical's First Check.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(a number 1 brand for testing of usage of drugs)
May 21, 2007... First Check is the No. 1 brand in home testing for drugs of abuse. First Check is poised for continued growth, aided by Iverness Medical's expertise and leadership in consumer diagnostics and product development. First Check not only...

B+Drier.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... B+Drier Maximum Strength Antiperspirant is the strongest antiperspirant available without a prescription for the treatment of underarm hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating. B+Drier has shown in a recent clinical study to provide 72 hours of...

ValueStrip.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)
May 21, 2007... Valuestrip Blood Glucose Test Strips offer diabetes patients accurate and more affordable testing strips while providing better profits for pharmacies. ValueStrip is used with OneTouch Basic meters. Manufactured in the United States to the...

Dr. Fresh's Firefly Mouthswoosh.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... "Swooshing" is that extra line of defense against cavities that all kids need. It's done with new Firefly MouthSwoosh Anti-Cavity Fluoride Rinse by Dr. Fresh, a great-tasting, sugar- and alcohol-free mouth rinse that boosts protection against...

CloSYS.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)
May 21, 2007... The CloSYS Complete Oral Health System has been improving smiles and oral health since it was invented by dentists in 1991. The patented formula in CloSYS Toothpaste and CloSYS Oral Rinse promotes healthy gums and kills germs at the source,...

Boiron's Arnicare Gel.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(Arnicare homeopathic medicines)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... Boiron, the leading manufacturer of Arnicare homeopathic medicines, is repackaging its existing Arnica Gel under the brand name Arnicare. Arnicare Gel will call attendion to the safety and naturalness of Boiron's topical medicine, which has...

Mucinex nasal spray.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(Adams Respiratory Therapeutics)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... Adams Respiratory Therapeutics is introducing two new medicated nasal sprays. Mucinex Full Force and Moisture Smart nasal sprays contain oxymetazoline HCl 0.05 percent to help relieve nasal congestion for 12 hours. The "concentrated vapor...

DenTek Oral Care's dental picks.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... DenTek Oral Care designs and markets oral care solutions that meet the specialized needs of the highly-involved oral care consumer. Their portfolio includes the No. 1 selling floss pick brand in the emerging category. They also market the No. 1...

Thermionics.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(ThermiPaq)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... Thermionics is introducing ThermiPaq, made with a revolutionary ceramic clay compound, and ThermiBeads, using ceramic-infused silica beads. ThermiPaq is designed to deliver perfect hot and cold temperatures for therapy and an additional...

HeatMax.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(a product to cure minor aches and relieve from stress)
May 21, 2007... When consumers need relief from minor aches from their daily pains and stresses, HeatMax has the products they are looking for. HeatMax offers a full line of high-margin, therapeutic heat products. The air-activated patch and wraps provide...

Mueller's LifeCare.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(a clothing product )(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... LifeCare is the first contoured body support line designed specifically for the needs of active individuals without hindering their busy life. Its soft and breathable fabrics work with the muscles, providing uniform compression for comfortable...

Etac.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... Etac recently announced its retail line of products for the growing home health care category, including bath and beauty. Etac's bath and beauty offering includes long-handled brushes and combs, washers for the hair, back and body, and a...

Jane's Be Pure Mineral products.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... Jane's new collection of Be Pure Mineral products continues to soar. After a successful launch of Be Pure Mineral Makeup and Powder in spring 2007, Jane is further meeting consumer needs by extending the line to include mineral blushes and...

Insolia Inserts.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(a footwear component)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... With the American Podiatric Medical Association's Seal of Acceptance and creative packaging, Insolia Inserts are revolutionizing the foot care category. Developed by the combined effort of a world-renowned podiatrist and an MIT rocket...

Hyland's Restful Legs.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... Introducing Hyland's Restful Legs, the first over-the-counter medication to calm agitated legs to help you rest. Hyland's Restful Legs contains six homeopathic ingredients to calm the creeping, crawling itch, the constant urge to move the legs...

Bio-Oil.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(a oinment for scars and stretchmarks)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... The all-around "body-booster" Bio-Oil is now in the United States. Described as "brilliant for scars and stretchmarks," this product has achieved close to cult status in all markets in which it was launched. Not only is it the No. 1 selling...

Kidz-Med.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(a medical instrument for infants)(Kidz-Med Medicine Dispensar)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... It's now easier to administer an accurate dose of medicine to finicky infants and toddler with the Kidz-Med Medicine Dispenser. Pour the correct amount of medicine into the pacifier reservoir, close it and give to baby. Gently press the...

Solstice Medical's Ice Taps.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... Ice Taps, from Solstice Medical, is a fast-melting granule taken without water that dissolves in the throat. The soothing menthol relieves and rejuvenates sore throats while natural herbs like enchinacea help boost the body's immune system...

Humco Holding's Castiva.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... Humco Holding Group, a trusted name in the pharmaceutical industry since 1872, has recently launched Castiva, an innovative external analgesic addition. Castiva is available in a warming Capsaicin or cooling Menthol and Methyl Salicylate...

Polymer Technology Systems' Cardio Chek.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(Survey)
May 21, 2007... According to the American Heart Association, nearly 107 million Americans have dangerously high cholesterol levels and may be at increased risk for a heart attack or stroke. Polymer Technology Systems recently made nationally available its...

TheraTears.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... TheraTears now provides complete dry-eye relief for everyone with preservative-free TheraTears Lubricant Eye Drops for daytime, TheraTears Liquid Gel for nighttime and TheraTears Nutrition, an omega-3 supplement containing flaxseed and fish oil...

SnoreStop.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(a medicine to stop snoring)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... SnoreStop started the snoring cessation category in 1996 with one SKU. Over time, SnoreStop has built a growing base of loyal customers thanks to the efficacy of its patented formula, now available in chewable tablets, oral spray and nasal...

Kidz-Med Thermofocus.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... The Kidz-Med Thermofocus Noncontact Infrared Thermometer is the world's first non-contact thermometer. It never touches the body, allowing parents to check the temperature of a sick child without a struggle. It uses safe and advanced infrared...

Children's Mucinex.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(Adams Respiratory Therapeutics)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... Adams Respiratory Therapeutics continues to build the Mucinex brand with two new entries for kids: Mucinex Cold Liquid, 4-ounces, and Cough Mini-Melts, 12-count. The Mucinex Cold Liquid product contains 100mg guaifenesin/2.5mg phenylephrine HCl...

Hamacher Resource Group.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... Hamacher Resource Group, LLC, a professional services company specializing in the retail health care industry now provides comprehensive support to health and beauty care product manufacturers. From established brands to innovative entries,...

GHR 15.(TOP 150 NICHE BRANDS)(dietary supplement)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... With more than 3 million bottles sold, GHR 15 is America's No. 1 anti-aging dietary supplement. GHR 15 is a revolutionary formula that naturally slows the aging process through an all-natural growth hormone releaser. A safe and cost-effective...

Brokers build bridge to successful launches.
May 21, 2007... In today's challenging marketplace, new product launches are key to bolstering the bottom line and offering differentiation for both the manufacturer and retailer. However, confusion over the expectations, financial obligations and abilities of...

New look in health care; Andy Giancamilli, Katz Canada Group.(Q&A)(Interview)
May 21, 2007... Andy Giancamilli, president and chief executive officer of Katz Group Canada, spoke with Drug Store News in late April about the company's new Rexall Health Centre prototype and trends in pharmacy and health care in Canada. Here are excerpts...

Rexall Health Centre raises bar on care.(CHAIN PHARMACY)
May 21, 2007... TORONTO -- Accelerating the pharmacy industry's drive to create new, integrated practice models in pharmacy and health care, Katz Group Canada last month unveiled a new retail pharmacy concept that offers consumers fully integrated access to...

CCRx, MemberHealth named highest in Medicare patient satisfaction.(CHAIN PHARMACY)(Care RX)(Report)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... NEW HOPE, Pa. -- Validating its role as a bridge between the interests of patients and pharmacists, the Medicare-endorsed prescription drug plan Community Care Rx was named the highest in overall customer satisfaction in a recent survey of...

SureScripts boosts e-prescribing links with purchase of MedAvant's network.(CHAIN PHARMACY)
May 21, 2007... ALEXANDRIA, Va. -- Accelerating its drive to connect all the nation's physicians and pharmacies through a seamless, universal electronic prescribing platform, SureScripts has acquired MedAvant Healthcare Solutions' electronic prescribing...

NACDS Foundation scholarships reach $20,000.(National Association of Chain Drug Stores)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... SCOTFSDALE, Ariz. -- All 97 colleges and schools of pharmacy in the United States shared a total $220,000 in scholarship support distributed at the annual Pharmacy Partners Scholarship Program Reception and Dinner at the NACDS Annual Meeting...

New FDA report may help clear biogeneric pathway.(Food and Drug Administration)
May 21, 2007... ARLINGTON, Va. -- The Food and Drug Administration has bolstered the generic drug industry's case for approving generic versions of biologically engineered drugs with a new report confirming that it uses a flexible, "scientifically based,...

ADA launches diabetes education campaign.(American Dental Association)(Survey)
May 21, 2007... ALEXANDRIA, Va. -- Citing a recent survey that found widespread reluctance among many Americans to adopt more healthful eating and exercise habits, the American Diabetes Association launched a new, nationwide campaign April 18 to spread...

Diabetes complications escalating health care costs.(CHAIN PHARMACY)(Survey)
May 21, 2007... JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- A new report shows that approximately 3-in-5 people (57.9 percent) with diabetes have at least one of the other serious health problems that are commonly associated with the disease, and these problems are leading to a...

Kmart spells relief to caregivers with rebate program.(Kmart Holding Corp.)
May 21, 2007... HOFFMAN ESTATES, III. -- In a unique partnership with its vendors, Kmart Corp. has launched a new cash-back rebate program to help caregivers purchase brand-name health care products. Called the Caregivers Marketplace, the new assistance...

CRN looks to 'supplement' ad claim enforcement.(Council for Responsible Nutrition)
May 21, 2007... WASHINGTON -- Snake-oil salesmen beware. Member companies of the Council for Responsible Nutrition are preparing to load up their six-shooters and are aiming them at any and all marketers making outlandish claims in support of their supplement...

NFS registers 10 companies for good manufacturing processes.(NSF International)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... ANN ARBOR, Mich. -- With the proposed good manufacturing practice regulations for dietary ingredients and dietary supplements languishing at the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs for the past year pending that division's review, the...

Surviving PSE changes: Jim Marini, Matrixx/Zicam.(Q&A)(Interview)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... Drug Store News: There's been a lot of discussion on how moving pseudoephedrine-containing products behind the pharmacy counter has negatively impacted the cough and cold space, but for a manufacturer without a PSE formulation, what has been...

Lip balms are the bomb.(WHAT'S HOT)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... Moisturizing lips is becoming a bigger business through all seasons. For the 52 weeks ended March 24, sales of lip balms grew 7.4 percent to a base of $377.5 million across food, drug and mass (minus Wal-Mart), according to ACNielsen Co. ...

Marketers court customers via new technologies.
May 21, 2007... Technology in its various forms, whether it be the Internet, video games, cell phones or MP3 players, has become a way of life. Older generations have embraced such technology and, on the other end of the spectrum, The Millennials (born 1982 to...

'King' brings women pampering shaving gel.(WHAT'S HOT)(King of Shaves)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... U.K.-based King of Shaves is giving women a close, smooth shave with its 2-in-1 Shave & Smooth Shaving Gel that, according to the company, is performing very well. With every shave, fruit extracts and jojoba micro-particles exfoliate dead...

Indonesia, Turkey tapped as next hot spots for beauty.(BEAUTY CARE)(Industry overview)
May 21, 2007... NEW YORK -- Companies looking to expand their international footprint should take a closer look at Indonesia and Turkey, if they have not done so already, as recent research has pegged them as the next beauty hot spots. According to Euromonitor...

Luv hair care: Marie Todd, Lotta Luv.(Q&A)(Interview)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... Over the years, Lotta Luv has gained notoriety for its licensed lip balms and glosses under such popular snack and candy brands as Snapple and Hershey's. Now the company, which recently celebrated five years in business, is expanding its...

Suppliers greet competitive era in cards.(GENERAL MERCHANDISE)(American Greetings Corp.)
May 21, 2007... KANSAS CITY, MO. -- The greeting card business has become more competitive with the explosive growth of e-cards and digital photos that allow people to create their own. That's why such industry giants as American Greetings are constantly...

Kodak Gallery teams with Best Buy.(GENERAL MERCHANDISE)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... EMERYVILLE, Calif. -- Kodak and its Kodak Gallery online photo service are teaming with Best Buy to launch a new program called Best Buy Photo Center. The Photo Center will give consumers a place to create unique photo gifts, such as coffee...

Random House.(Supplier News)(childrens books introduced)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... Random House released several new licensed Disney books for kids in advance of the May 25 release of "Pirates of the Caribbean 3." Its new series of books based on the hit film franchise includes a "Pirates of the Caribbean 3: The Final...

Mega Brands.(Supplier News)(Kathleen Campisano appointed as executive vice president and chief marketing officer)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... Mega Brands in April announced the appointment of Kathleen Campisano as executive vice president and chief marketing officer. In her new post, Campisano will be responsible for developing and marketing all brands in the Mega portfolio,...

CVS.(Retailer News)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... CVS this summer will offer free digital photography classes each Sunday at stores with a one-hour photo department. Digital Sunday workshops will be held from noon to 2 p.m. through August, and teach customers digital photography basics. ...

Pure Digital unveils flip video camcorders.(WHAT'S HOT)(Pure Digital Technologies)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... SAN FRANCISCO -- Pure Digital Technologies this month debuted its new Flip Video line of camcorders that feature software for easy Internet uploads. The two new models come with built-in software that allows users to share videos through...

Kraft sharpens focus on wellness products.(CONSUMABLES)
May 21, 2007... In an effort to help consumers make healthy food choices, Kraft recently expanded its Healthy Living initiative to include a new program, Kraft Sensible Solution, a front-package labeling system designed to help shoppers easily identify...

Urban/suburban meld in A&P concept.(CONSUMABLES)(A and P Stores Inc. Farmer Jack introduces new stores)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... MONTVALE, N.J. -- A&P unveiled a new format specifically designed for an emerging niche in upscale condo, co-op and apartment developments that straddle urban and suburban spaces. The new stores combine specially tailored grocery, health and...

Zero is Coke's new hero.(Coca-Cola Company)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... ATLANTA -- After a series of flops--and a move by consumers toward bottled water and other new beverages--the Coca-Cola Company is scoring a hit with Coca-Cola Zero, a no-calorie soda made from the top-secret Coke formula and a blend of...

Turkey Hill Dairy.(Supplier News)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... Turkey Hill Dairy recently launched in grocery stores Duetto, the combination of soft-serve ice cream and flavored ice--better known as gelati. Available in four flavors, Duetto's vanilla soft-serve ice cream is swirled with Turkey Hill's...

Progresso.(Supplier News)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... Authentic, family-style Italian meals are no longer an impossibility for busy adults with Mario Batali's Regional Recipes by Progresso. The new line of high-quality frozen skillet meals feature authentic pastas, colorful vegetables, flavorful...

William Wrigley Jr.(Supplier News)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... William Wrigley Jr. is debuting a new sugar-free gum designed to entice teenagers to start chewing. The new "5" brand of stick gum was sampled by Stifel Nicolaus analyst George Askew who said he "found the overall product to be impressive...

It's Viva Las Vegas for Tesco openings.(Tesco PLC)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... LAS VEGAS -- Tesco announced April 27 that it has secured 14 sites in the Las Vegas area for its first Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market stores in the United States. According to the company, each of the neighborhood markets will be about...

Barry Callebaut, Hershey partner up.(CONSUMABLES)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... HERSHEY, Pa. -- The Hershey Co., North America's leading manufacturer of consumer chocolate and confectionery, and Barry Callebaut, the world's largest manufacturer of high-quality cocoa, industrial chocolate and confectionery, on April 26...

Hannan honored by NACDS with Fantle award.(National Association of Chain Drug Stores)(Bob Hannan gets Sheldon W. Fantle Lifetime Achievement Award)(Robert B. Begley Award went to Richard Kronrad)(Brief article)
May 21, 2007... SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- The members of the National Association of Chain Drug Stores honored two industry leaders representing both the retail and supplier side of chain pharmacy with the industry's highest awards here April 24. Outgoing...