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MINNEAPOLIS — Caribou Coffee has broadened its portfolio with the introduction of two new coffees.

Caribou has rolled out Starlight, its lightest roast, and Eclipse, a bold, robust roast. Starlight is a well-rounded blend with hints of maple candy and ripe berries, grounded by a heavy body and notes of toasted grains and nuts. Meanwhile, Eclipse features bittersweet chocolate and cherries. featuring a finish that includes subtle spice notes reminiscent of cardamom and cloves.

CHICAGO — SymphonyIRI Group on Thursday identified the executives sitting on its new board of directors, including the naming of Lawrence Benjamin as chairman.

A 25-year veteran, Benjamin most recently held several executive positions at Royal Ahold, including CEO of U.S. foodservice, COO of Ahold's U.S. retail businesses, EVP and a seat on the company's global board. Previously, he was CEO for NutraSweet and president of the frozen meals division of Kraft. Benjamin currently is a senior adviser at New Mountain Capital.

CHICAGO — Walgreens in early January brought the latest example of its flagship retail pharmacy to life in Chicago. And, like it’s counterpart in New York, the interactive technology really sets the store apart from traditional retail pharmacy experiences. Two endcaps across from the pharmacy feature interactive touchscreens — one features information on smoking cessation, the other on heart health. Adjacent to the pharmacy’s pick-up window is a self-serve prescription checkout that dispenses a patient’s prescriptions.


BRIDGEWATER, N.J. — Applegate Naturals has introduced a new package size for its chicken nuggets.

The new family-size, 16-oz. package contains about 36 chicken nuggets made with farm fresh chicken that was raised humanely and never administered antibiotics, the company said.

SOUTH DEERFIELD, Mass. — A new collection of contemporary candles has entered the market.

Yankee Candle said its Pure Radiance collection is made of a custom soy wax blend and features an all cotton wick that provides a consistent burn and a wide, radiant flame, by featuring patent-pending LumiWick technology. The line features 12 new scents, including After Dark, Emberlight, ice crystal, denim, lavender chiffon, beachfront, petals, key lime, nectar, grapevine, creme brulee and cinnamon scone.

CVS Caremark is reinventing pharmacy and unlocking the full potential of its distinctive model. The company is doing this by capitalizing on what Larry Merlo, president and CEO, has referred to as “integration sweet spots,” which are capabilities unique to CVS Caremark’s integrated model. In this issue of DSN, we explore what we believe are 10 keys to driving growth across CVS' network and transforming the retail health landscape.

DALLAS — Huggies has introduced its new branded YouTube channel, which is designed to give parents the opportunity to show off their active babies' unique moves.

RACINE, Wis. — Glade has introduced its Expressions collection, a line of fragrances that cater to consumers' personal style.