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Harvest for Hunger Campaign at Buehler’s

Harvest for Hunger Campaign is off and running at all Buehler’s Fresh Foods locations

Harvest for Hunger is a cooperative effort of Ohio Foodbanks and takes place every February/March. All Buehler’s Fresh Foods locations will be actively supporting this campaign which runs now through Easter Sunday, April 5, 2015.  Customers may donate $1, $5, $10, or any amount they wish at the checkout.

“We want to assure our customers that their donations will stay local,” stated Dan Shanahan, Buehler’s President and COO. “They can view the list of local member agencies in their community, such as food pantries, shelters and other hunger-relief programs, benefiting directly from their Harvest for Hunger donation.”

About Harvest for Hunger.  Harvest for Hunger is a collaboration of the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank, Cleveland Foodbank, Second Harvest Food Bank of North Central Ohio and Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley, serving 21 counties in Northeast and North Central Ohio with a goal to raise 17 million meals. All donations remain local and provide emergency food at no cost to pantries, meal sites and shelters for each respective food bank. In addition to these foodbanks, Buehler’s is also partnering with the Mid-Ohio Foodbank to cover their Coshocton and Delaware, Ohio locations.

“Buehler’s Fresh Foods has proven to be a strong partner in the fight to end hunger in our community,” said Dan Flowers, President and CEO of the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank. “We are extremely grateful for Buehler’s commitment to helping those facing hunger during our Harvest for Hunger campaign.”

The Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank is a non-profit organization with a mission to Feed People and Fight Hunger. This year, 1 in 7 people in Northeast Ohio will face hunger, and the Foodbank will be there to help.  The Foodbank is the source of emergency food for 500 food pantries, hot meal sites shelters and other hunger-relief programs that directly serve individuals and families in Carroll, Holmes, Medina, Portage, Stark, Summit, Tuscarawas and Wayne counties. The Foodbank, with its supporters and partners are leading the fight to end hunger in the communities they serve. In 2014, they distributed 26 million pounds of food, providing 22 million meals locally for people in need.

About Buehler’s:  E&H Family Group owns and operates fifteen Buehler’s Fresh Foods Supermarkets located in Wooster, Orrville, Wadsworth, Medina, Brunswick, Ashland, New Philadelphia, Dover, Jackson Township, Delaware, Coshocton, and Portage Lakes (Green), and Massillon, Ohio.

E&H Family Group also owns and operates fourteen ACE Hardware stores located in Orrville, Medina, Dover, New Philadelphia, Delaware, Jackson Township, Independence, Rocky River, Westlake, Middlefield, Oberlin, Avon Lake, Garrettsville, and Hilliard, Ohio. E & H Family Group is a family-owned company committed to environmentally responsible behavior.  For more information visit  www.buehlers.com

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RECALL: Dreaming Cow Yogurt

RECALL: Dreaming Cow Yogurt

  • Date of recall: 2/24/15
  • UPC code(s): n/a
  • Lot code(s) (if applicable): 889A – Blueberry Cardamom – Best by 3/5/15; 890C – Natural Plain – Best by 3/7/15 and 890D – Honey Pear – Best by 3/7/15
  • Manufacturer of item: Dreaming Cow
  • Toll free number of manufacturer for information & questions: 229-859-2677
  • Reason for recall: a malfunction of the clean-in-place system of the new filler has contaminated three batches of yogurt with blue mold
  • PLEASE return products to any Buehler’s location for a refund or replacement
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RECALL: Szeged Paprika Sweet

RECALL: Szeged Paprika Sweet, 5 oz

  • Date of recall: 2/23/15
  • UPC code(s): 07800600010
  • Lot code(s) (if applicable): 091617PAHU05PS & 091717PAHU05PS
  • Manufacturer of item: Szeged Paprika Sweet, 5 oz.
  • Reason for recall: May contain undeclared peanut allergens
  • PLEASE return products to any Buehler’s location for a refund or replacement
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Buehler’s Wins “Wow” Factor Category

Progressive Grocer Independent names Buehler’s Fresh Foods One of its 2015 Outstanding Independents
The independent retailer was honored in the “Wow” Factor category for its remodel of the Wooster Milltown location.

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Progressive Grocer Independent honored its 2015 Outstanding Independents at a reception held during the recent National Grocers Association (NGA) Show in Las Vegas on Monday, Feb. 9. Buehler’s Fresh Foods was honored in the “Wow” Factor category for its 14-month remodel of the Wooster, Ohio Milltown location. Pictured at the awards ceremony (left to right), Dan Shanahan, Buehler’s President and COO, and Bob Buehler, Buehler’s Executive Vice President of Marketing and Fresh Goods, and Katie Martin, Progressive Grocer Independent editor-in-chief.

“For the third consecutive year, Progressive Grocer Independent sought the best of the best in several different categories,” said Katie Martin, PGI editor-in-chief. “Buehler’s Fresh Foods truly expressed the ‘wow’ in the ‘Wow’ Factor category. The remodel not only encompassed cosmetic changes with a redesigned dairy department but also featured a retooling of product offerings with the revamped foodservice department as well as beer, wine and liquor categories. It was truly a floor to ceiling remodel.”

The annual awards focused this year on independent retailers who excelled in one of 11 categories: outstanding single-store operator, outstanding multi-store operator, bakery, center store, community outreach, deli/foodservice, meat/seafood, produce, sustainability, technology and “wow” factor. In addition to the awards reception, all of the winners are featured in the February issue of Progressive Grocer Independent.

Candidates for the awards are nominated by industry associations, suppliers, wholesalers/distributors as well as editorial recommendations. This year’s honorees come from a variety of operations throughout the country, but they all have one thing in common: all are independent retailers who have listened and made a connection to their community.

About Progressive Grocer Independent:

Progressive Grocer Independent is the standalone, bi-monthly publication published by Stagnito Business Information that covers independent grocers – defined as primarily wholesaler-supplied grocers. Readership includes the full membership of the National Grocers Association, the International Grocers Alliance’s U.S. membership, and the Food Marketing Institute’s Independent Operator members, as well as select subscribers to Progressive Grocer, PGI’s sister publication.

About Buehler’s:

E&H Family Group owns and operates fifteen Buehler’s Fresh Foods Supermarkets located in Wooster, Orrville, Wadsworth, Medina, Brunswick, Ashland, New Philadelphia, Dover, Jackson Township, Delaware, Coshocton, and Portage Lakes (Green), and Massillon, Ohio.

E&H Family Group also owns and operates fourteen ACE Hardware stores located in Orrville, Medina, Dover, New Philadelphia, Delaware, Jackson Township, Independence, Rocky River, Westlake, Middlefield, Oberlin, Avon Lake, Garrettsville, and Hilliard, Ohio. E & H Family Group is a family-owned company committed to environmentally responsible behavior.  For more information visit  www.buehlers.com                                                                       

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Buehler’s Fresh Foods Names Bob Bly, VP of Operations

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Buehler’s Fresh Foods Names Bob Bly, VP of Operations

Buehler’s Fresh Foods has selected Robert (Bob) Bly Vice President of Store Operations. Bob will work closely with Buehler’s leadership team and store managers, reporting to President and COO, Dan Shanahan. Bob replaces Ron Monroe, who recently retired after a 44-year career with Buehler’s.

“Bob is a welcome addition to the Buehler team,” stated Dan Shanahan, President and COO. “His extensive experience and knowledge of retail grocery operations made him a natural fit for this position.”

Bob brings 30 years of retail experience, including executive, management, and operational execution with such retailers as SuperValu Inc., Meijer Inc., and Sears Holdings Co. He has significant experience in helping companies streamline operations while ensuring that team members are engaged in the business.

Bob and his wife, Deb, are in the process of moving to Wooster from Jacksonville, Florida. The couple has two grown sons.

“We are pleased to bring Bob onboard and look forward to his contributions and expertise to Buehler’s continued success and growth,” added Bob Buehler, Executive Vice President of Marketing and Fresh Goods.

Buehler’s Fresh Foods is celebrating 86 years as a family-owned and operated supermarket. Industry peers and officials have given recent recognition to Buehler’s accomplishments by awarding: 2014 Retailer of the Year (Cleveland Food Dealer Association), Ohio Business Profile (Jon Husted, Ohio Secretary of State), Resolution – food and agriculture (John Kasich, Governor of Ohio).

About Buehler’s:

E&H Family Group owns and operates fifteen Buehler’s Fresh Foods Supermarkets located in Wooster, Orrville, Wadsworth, Medina, Brunswick, Ashland, New Philadelphia, Dover, Jackson Township, Delaware, Coshocton, and Portage Lakes (Green), and Massillon, Ohio.

E&H Family Group also owns and operates fourteen ACE Hardware stores located in Orrville, Medina, Dover, New Philadelphia, Delaware, Jackson Township, Independence, Rocky River, Westlake, Middlefield, Oberlin, Avon Lake, Garrettsville, and Hilliard, Ohio. E & H Family Group is a family-owned company committed to environmentally responsible behavior.  For more information visit  www.buehlers.com

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RECALL: Pepperidge Farm bagels

Pepperidge Farm bagels – various sizes and varieties

  • Date of recall: 2/6/15
  • UPC code(s): see table below
  • Lot code(s) (if applicable): Best By Date – see table below
  • Manufacturer of item: Pepperidge Farm, Inc.
  • Toll free number of manufacturer for information & questions: 1-866-535-3774
  • Reason for recall: may contain undeclared allergens, including peanuts and almonds
  • PLEASE return products to any Buehler’s location for a refund or replacement

      UPC#                       Product Description                                    Sell by Dates

14100074830   21 OZ CINNAMON RAISIN BAGELS                     2/10, 2/12

14100075622   17 OZ PLAIN MINI BAGELS                                    2/7, 2/9, 2/10, 2/11

14100077152   21 OZ EVERYTHING BAGELS                                2/8, 2/12

14100078081   21 OZ PLAIN BAGELS                                              2/10, 2/12

14100082354   17 OZ MINI BRWN SGR/CINN BAGELS                2/9, 2/11

14100084938   17 OZ MINI 100% WHOLE WHEAT MINI BAG     2/9, 2/11

14100092599   17 OZ MINI CINNAMON RAISIN BAGEL               2/9, 2/11

States

Arkansas, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia & Wisconsin

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Buehler’s Fresh Foods Announces Plan for Coshocton Liquor Agency Purchase

Buehler’s Fresh Foods Announces Plan for Coshocton Liquor Agency Purchase

Buehler’s Fresh Foods has signed an agreement with New York’s Deli & Beverage to purchase the liquor agency segment of the Coshocton business.

Dan Shanahan, President and Chief Operating Officer of Buehler’s stated, “the transfer of the liquor agency is still pending with the Ohio Division of Liquor Control; however, plans are in the works to bring the agency into the Buehler’s Coshocton location sometime in the spring.”

After the agency transfer is completed, New York’s Deli & Beverage will still remain open for business and continue to operate as usual.

In the meantime, Buehler’s is looking for employees with
experience or willing to be trained to assist in the liquor agency. Please see Denise Nine, Buehler’s Coshocton store manager, if you are interested.

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