New York lawmakers are expected to pass a ban on single-use plastic bags. The New York Association of Convenience Stores (NYACS) released a statement in response to the expected ban on single-use plastic bags in the state of New York. New York would be the third state to issue a statewide plastic bag ban, after California and…
Walgreens to Sell CBD Products
Walgreens and CVS will sell CBD products in select states Walgreens told CNBC that it will sell cannabinoid (CBD) creams, patches and sprays in Oregon, Colorado, New Mexico, Kentucky, Tennessee, Vermont, South Carolina, Illinois and Indiana. “After a thorough review and analysis, we will be offering certain products containing Cannabidiol (CBD) in nearly 1,500 Walgreens stores…
McDonald’s Won’t Oppose Minimum Wage Increase
McDonald’s announced it will no longer lobby against raising workers’ pay. In a letter, the company told the National Restaurant Association (NRA) that it will no longer participate in lobby efforts against minimum-wage hikes at the federal, state or local level. “Going forward, McDonald’s Corporation will not use our resources, including lobbyists or staff, to…
Maryland Gov. Vetoes $15 Minimum Wage
The veto may be overridden before the legislative session ends April 8. Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan vetoed legislation to raise the state’s minimum wage to $15 per hour by 2025. In a statement, Hogan said the measure would hurt Maryland’s competitiveness and push small businesses out of the state. “Small businesses faced with the choice between a…
San Francisco Considers Cashless Ban
The bill would include Amazon Go, which has 10 stores total, two of which are in San Francisco. San Francisco is considering a ban on cashless stores like Amazon Go. New Jersey and Philadelphia have new laws banning stores that do not accept cash. Massachusetts banned them back in 1978 with a law that says retailers cannot…
Revel Nicotine Lozenges Available Online
The lozenges are an alternative to traditional combustible and smokeless tobacco products. Revel dissolvable nicotine lozenges will now be available on the Revel website, R.J. Reynolds Vapor Co. announced. Reynolds Vapor is an operating company of Reynolds American Inc. Sales of Revel lozenges are restricted to adults ages 21 and over. The company says online…
7-Eleven Experiments with New Store
7-Eleven’s new store in Dallas, called 7-Eleven Lab Store, features tacos, novelty drinks on tap, in-store seating and Scan & Pay technology. The company calls the store “an experiential testing ground, where customers can try and buy the retailer’s latest innovations in a revolutionary new store format.” The lab store is also the first 7-Eleven location…
Whole Foods Opens New York C-Store
The store offers upscale amenities as well as traditional grocery items. Amazon-owned Whole Foods Market opened a convenience store in New York called “Whole Foods Market Daily Shop.” The store, located in N.Y.C. neighborhood Chelsea, features self-checkout kiosks, an acai bowl station and kombucha on tap, according to Eater New York. There’s a focus on local products, as…
Aldi Tests ‘Aldi Local’ Concept
If successful, the smaller stores will be introduced in four other locations. Aldi is targeting urban consumers with a new name for its smaller store concept in London: “Aldi Local.” Aldi said the “Aldi Local” name aims to “help shoppers distinguish between smaller city stores in London and the conventional-sized Aldis.” The store measures 6,400-square-feet,…
Jack’s Abby Brewery Announces New Jersey Distribution
New Jersey is the ninth market for the company. Massachusetts-based Jack’s Abby Brewery announced distribution with Remarkable Liquids throughout New Jersey starting April 1. Jack’s Abby Brewery includes Jack’s Abby Craft Lagers and Springdale Beer. Founded in 2011 by brothers Jack, Eric and Sam Hendler, Jack’s Abby Craft Lagers has been brewing lager using traditional…