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business6 days ago

Market Basket Ranked as the Second-Best Grocery Chain in the U.S.

Market Basket is ranked as America's second-best grocery store chain for the second consecutive year, praised for its customer trust and human connection, despite ongoing family disputes at the company. The ranking highlights its focus on saving customers money and its unique in-store experience without self-checkout aisles, with other top Massachusetts stores also recognized. The ranking underscores the importance of trust and value in the current economic climate.

economy1 year ago

Thanksgiving Dinner Costs Drop: Where to Find the Best Deals

A NewsCenter 5 survey of Boston-area grocery chains found Market Basket to be the cheapest option for Thanksgiving staples, totaling $45.50 for ten items. The survey revealed a $25 price difference between the least and most expensive stores. Walmart, Target, and Wegmans followed closely behind Market Basket in affordability. Shaw's, initially the most expensive, has since introduced a turkey price-matching special. The survey highlights significant price variations among grocery chains despite their small profit margins.

accident1 year ago

Tragic Accident Near Chelsea Market Basket Claims Lives

A woman was killed in an incident involving a vehicle near a Market Basket grocery store in Chelsea, Massachusetts. The victim was reportedly helping a driver learn how to drive when the accident occurred. Chelsea police are investigating the incident, and the driver of the vehicle is cooperating with authorities. Specific details about the incident leading to the woman's death were not immediately available.

crime1 year ago

Market Basket Employees Take Down Accused Wallet Thief

Market Basket employees in a New Hampshire store stopped and held a man accused of stealing a customer's wallet. The suspect, Robert Desmond, grabbed the wallet from a woman's purse and was held down by store employees until police arrived. During the struggle, Desmond bit one of the employees, causing minor injuries. He was arrested on charges including robbery, simple assault, and possession of a controlled substance.

crime2 years ago

Multiple Market Basket Stores in Massachusetts and New Hampshire Targeted by Credit Card Skimmers

Police in Massachusetts and New Hampshire are investigating after credit card skimming devices were found at five Market Basket supermarkets. The devices were placed on credit and debit card readers, forcing customers to swipe their cards instead of using the chip. The stolen information is typically sold on the black market or to third parties, and surveillance images of potential suspects have been released. Police urge anyone who shopped at these stores during the last two weeks of October to check their bank statements.

crime2 years ago

"Police Discover Credit Card Skimmers at Market Basket Stores in Massachusetts and New Hampshire"

Credit card skimmers have been discovered at multiple Market Basket stores in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, prompting police to urge shoppers to monitor their bank accounts and report any suspicious activity. The skimming devices were found at checkout points, with surveillance images of suspects who allegedly installed the devices being shared by law enforcement. The skimming ring has expanded to at least four additional stores in the region. Police have warned shoppers to be cautious of inoperable chip reader slots and to swipe their cards instead, as the magnetic reader can steal card information. Market Basket has stated that it is not aware of any customer information being compromised and is working with authorities to identify the responsible individuals.