June 2021 | Save A Lot

Inside the $115 Million Economic Development Project Bringing Save A Lot to Schenectady

Save A Lot is bringing a full-service grocery store to Schenectady’s Hamilton Hill neighborhood as part of a transformative $115 million economic development project, reinforcing the role grocery stores can play in long-term community growth. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the project earlier this month, sharing the plan to pair a new Save A Lot grocery

July 29, 2026

Thinking About Converting Your Existing Grocery Store? Here’s What to Know

Every independent grocery operator reaches a point where they evaluate what’s next for the business. Sometimes that means opening another location. Other times, it means finding a new way to maximize the potential of a store that’s already serving its community. Converting an existing grocery store is just one way operators can build on an

July 21, 2026

3 Ways Discount Grocery Stores Can Cultivate Local Customer Loyalty

Customer loyalty is one of the most valuable assets a grocery retailer can build, especially for discount grocery operators. While attracting new shoppers is important, long-term success depends on turning first-time visits into repeat business. Grocery stores have a unique advantage in this regard because they are part of customers’ regular routines, creating opportunities to

June 25, 2026

How Save A Lot’s Grocery Wholesale Program Supports Independent Operators

A grocery store is only as strong as the systems that keep it operating. Product availability, pricing, assortment and inventory all depend on what happens behind the scenes, which is why grocery wholesale plays such an important role in overall operations. The ability to source products efficiently and maintain consistent supply and competitive pricing can

June 18, 2026

How Save A Lot Stores Support Local Economic Growth

Discount grocery stores play a bigger role in communities than simply providing food. In many neighborhoods, discount grocery stores serve as anchors for economic growth, creating jobs, improving access to affordable essentials and supporting long-term community investment. Store development can support communities through: Job creation tied to store operations and local hiring Improved access to

May 26, 2026

How private label helps independent grocers

What Independent Grocers Should Know About Private Label Product Offerings

For independent grocery operators, consumer shopping habits shape more than weekly purchasing patterns. They influence pricing, product assortment and long-term store performance. As shoppers continue prioritizing affordable options, independent grocers face an important question: How can retailers deliver value while maintaining quality and consistency? The answer is prioritizing quality private label products. With the emphasis

May 19, 2026