No plans for more Whole Foods 365 stores

Whole Foods announced last month that the company will not open any more Whole Foods 365 stores, but the 12 existing stores will remain in business.

The smaller 365 stores were launched in 2016 and featured Whole Foods private-label products in an attempt to lure customers who wanted to avoid the full-sized stores, also known at the time as "whole paycheck." However, since Amazon's acquisition of the company, many of the same private-label brands have become available in the regular stores.

Price Rite debuts new store designs and expanded offerings

Wakefern's Price Rite Marketplace held grand re-openings earlier this month for stores in Bethlehem, Allentown and Secane, PA where it's piloting new store designs, expanded fresh and private-label offerings, and enhanced price savings.

The grocer also said it is now offering a larger selection of Wholesome Pantry products, which include organic and gluten-free options.

The store designs include new decor, a market-style produce department, LED lighting, improved signage and new self-service checkouts.

PriceRite operates 66 supermarkets in nine states. It is part of the Wakefern cooperative that also includes more than 340 ShopRite, The Fresh Grocer and Dearborn Market stores.