Hannaford Supermarkets to acquire Paradis Shop ’n Save Supermarkets in Fort Kent and Madawaska

For Immediate Release

Tuesday, January 16, 2024

 

Hannaford Supermarkets to acquire Paradis Shop ’n Save Supermarkets in Fort Kent and Madawaska

 

SCARBOROUGH, Maine –Hannaford Supermarkets today announced plans to acquire the Paradis Shop ‘n Save Supermarkets locations in Fort Kent and Madawaska. The stores are anticipated to begin operating under the Hannaford banner in spring 2024.  

 

The acquisition will mark the culmination of a longstanding relationship between Hannaford and the Paradis family, who have served the community for nearly 80 years since first opening the business in 1947. While formerly independently-owned and operated, Paradis Shop ‘n Save Supermarkets are supplied and supported by Hannaford.

 

“The entire Paradis family is tremendously grateful to the Fort Kent and Madawaska communities, including the many associates and customers who have supported us for the past 77 years,” said the Paradis family. “We’re confident that Hannaford will provide the same level of personalized service and outstanding products that make the Paradis shopping experience so special, while also maintaining our commitment to the community. We hope you will join us in welcoming Hannaford.”

 

Under the Hannaford banner, the Fort Kent and Madawaska stores will continue to offer the fresh food for which Hannaford is known, including unique store-brand offerings such as Taste of Inspirations, Hannaford and Nature’s Promise, as well as an expansive selection of products from local farms and producers. Customers will also enjoy My Hannaford Rewards, a program that allows members to earn a two percent reward on all private brand purchases and receive personalized coupons.

 

“We’ve long been committed to bringing the Fort Kent and Madawaska communities the high-quality, fresh products and exceptional service that are synonymous with Hannaford,” said Hannaford Supermarkets Vice President of Retail Operations Todd Bullen. “We look forward to further deepening our ties with these communities as we officially welcome the stores to the Hannaford banner.”

 

The acquisition of the Fort Kent and Madawaska stores will bring the total number of Hannaford locations to 189, including 68 in Maine. Hannaford Supermarkets was founded in Portland in 1883 and is headquartered in Scarborough, Maine.

 

About Hannaford Supermarkets

Hannaford Supermarkets operates 187 stores in the Northeast, most with full-service pharmacies. Stores are located in Maine, New York, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont. All are committed to offering great fresh food, convenient experiences and everyday low prices. Hannaford also is an active and committed community partner—focusing on fighting hunger, supporting youth development, and helping people live healthier lives. Hannaford is an industry leader in sustainability with a strong commitment to reducing waste and protecting the environment. Hannaford diverts or donates all food at risk of going to waste—sending no food to landfills. In 2022, Hannaford donated more than 25 million pounds of food to hunger relief organizations and prevented 65 million pounds of food waste from reaching landfills. Hannaford employs nearly 30,000 associates and is based in Scarborough, Maine. Additional information can be found at Hannaford.com.

 

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Media Contact:

Caitlin Cortelyou

External Communications Manager, Hannaford Supermarkets

207-885-3132

caitlin.cortelyou@hannaford.com