Controversial Item Now Banned At Popular New York Grocery Chain

A popular item is now banned at a grocery chain with many stores across New York State.

Stop & Shop has nearly 400 locations across New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut.

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This Item No Longer For Sale At 93 Stop & Shop Stores In New York State

According to the Stop & Shop website, there are currently 93 stores across the Empire State. Many stores can be found across the Hudson Valley.

Recently, the company stopped all sales all tobacco products at all stores. This is part of the brand’s commitment to community wellness.

"Our team of registered dietitians that serve our customers at no cost to our trained and trusted pharmacy associates aims to support the health and well-being of the neighborhoods we serve – and this exit from tobacco is one more way we’re accomplishing that goal," Stop & Shop President Gordon Reid stated.

Stop & Shop Closed 32 Stores Nationwide

By the end of 2024, Stop & Shop closed around 32 locations. Seven of those are in New York.

Below are the stores in New York State that closed down.

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Before stopping sales of cigarettes, Stop & Shop hosted buy-back events.

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Customers who returned unopened cartons received gift cards and a gift bag filled with healthy snacks.

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