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November 10, 2010
Former Kmart chief agrees to settle charges

Former Kmart CEO Charles Conaway has agreed to drop his appeal of a $10 million...

HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. — Former Kmart CEO Charles Conaway has agreed to drop his appeal of a $10 million fine levied last year by the Securities and Exchange Commission for his role in misleading investors. Conaway, who ran Kmart a decade ago after serving as president of CVS, will pay $5.5 million to settle the charges, according to reports from the Associated Press and other news sources.

November 9, 2010
PNC Bank ATMs roll out in Indiana-based CVS stores

PNC Bank has made its branded automated teller machines available for customer use in 135...

INDIANAPOLIS PNC Bank has made its branded automated teller machines available for customer use in 135 CVS/pharmacy locations throughout Indiana.

The PNC-branded ATMs, which are owned and operated by Cardtronics, are accessible to all CVS/pharmacy customers. PNC Bank customers will enjoy surcharge-free withdrawals and the ability to check their balances at 135 stores identified with a PNC logo in the window, PNC said.

November 7, 2010
CVS/pharmacy, Warner Home Video support the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation announced on Monday that it will partner with CVS/pharmacy and Warner...

November 2, 2010
Stores thriving, PBM 'selling season going great,' Ryan says of CVS Q3

CVS Caremark announced on Wednesday that third-quarter results were at the higher end of its...

October 24, 2010
Frank Maione: An appreciation

An industry titan soon will exit the stage. But those who have known Frank Maione...

October 21, 2010
CVS/pharmacy unveils express photo pickup

Shortly after announcing its deal with Shutterfly, CVS/pharmacy is further enhancing its photo services by...

October 19, 2010
Shutterfly inks deal with CVS/pharmacy, Walgreens

Shutterfly customers looking for more in-store pickup options can look no further than CVS/pharmacy and...

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. — Shutterfly customers looking for more in-store pickup options can look no further than CVS/pharmacy and Walgreens.

Same-day, in-store pickup is available at any Walgreens or CVS/pharmacy store location with a photo center. Customers can order 4x6 prints at Shutterfly.com and designate in-store pickup at any Walgreens or CVS/pharmacy stores — as well as Target stores — by selecting their preferred retail location using the store locator map at checkout.

October 17, 2010
Second D.C.-area MinuteClinic opens

MinuteClinic celebrated the opening of its second clinic location inside a CVS/pharmacy store in the...

October 13, 2010
CVS/pharmacy reaches mobile customers with iPhone app

CVS/pharmacy has developed a free, downloadable application for mobile customers that seek to manage their...

October 10, 2010
Online, kiosk DVD rentals steal show in tough times

In an economy that can’t seem to get back on its feet, value-priced home entertainment...

October 5, 2010
Lori Mariano, Alyce Cucurullo join Laura Geller Makeup

Laura Geller Makeup, which is sold on QVC and at CVS' Beauty360, Macy's Impulse and...

NEW YORK Laura Geller Makeup, which is sold on QVC and at CVS' Beauty360, Macy's Impulse and Ulta locations, has expanded its senior management team.

Joining the company are Lori Mariano as VP marketing and Alyce Cucurullo as VP and general manager.

Mariano will be responsible for leading all marketing programs, branding and communications at Laura Geller Makeup. Previously, she has held senior management positions at such companies as L'Oreal, Coty and Mane USA.

September 27, 2010
FDA: Mouth rinse products cannot have 'prevents gum disease' claim

The Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday issued warning letters to three companies that manufacture...

SILVER SPRING, Md. The Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday issued warning letters to three companies that manufacture and market mouth rinse products with claims that they remove plaque above the gum line or promote healthy gums. According to the FDA, these claims suggested the products are effective in preventing gum disease when no such benefit has been demonstrated.

Warning letters were sent to: Johnson & Johnson (Listerine total care anti-cavity mouthwash), CVS (CVS complete care anti-cavity mouthwash), and Walgreens (Walgreen mouth rinse full action).

September 22, 2010
Kodak to implement PYNK system at CVS/pharmacy stores nationwide

Eastman Kodak Co. has announced that CVS/pharmacy is offering the new Kodak PYNK smart print...

ROCHESTER, N.Y. Eastman Kodak Co. has announced that CVS/pharmacy is offering the new Kodak PYNK smart print system, which is a new concept in premium photo products.

CVS/pharmacy will begin wide-scale installations in 5,000 of its U.S. retail locations in early December. Kodak expected to complete the PYNK system rollout for CVS/pharmacy in time for the holiday gifting season.

September 20, 2010
Clinere's ear cleaners hit retail

Clinere Products on Tuesday announced the launch of its Clinere ear cleaners, with distribution through...

MUNDELEIN, Ill. Clinere Products on Tuesday announced the launch of its Clinere ear cleaners, with distribution through Walmart, Kmart, Walgreens, CVS/pharmacy, Meijer, H-E-B and Shopko.

 

September 12, 2010
CVS celebrates entry into Omaha

CVS/pharmacy recently celebrated its foray into the Omaha, Neb., market with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at...

September 9, 2010
Rite Aid builds on co-branding success with Save-A-Lot deal

There have been a spate of announcements in the past month around the growing prominence...

WHAT IT MEANS AND WHY IT’S IMPORTANT There have been a spate of announcements in the past month around the growing prominence of fresh-food offerings in nontraditional retail settings (aka the corner drug store) that capitalize on the convenience opportunity a typical pharmacy footprint represents. Walgreens announced a move to bring healthier food choices to more inner-city residents, and CVS/pharmacy recently expanded its Urban Cluster store concept featuring a more prominent consumables department. But Rite Aid’s story is not a me-too story.

September 7, 2010
CVS, Maybelline New York kick off makeup artist contest

Maybelline New York, the official makeup sponsor of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, and CVS/pharmacy are inviting...

NEW YORK Maybelline New York, the official makeup sponsor of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, and CVS/pharmacy are inviting consumers to showcase their talents and enter to win the "Be a Sensational Makeup Artist" contest.

From Sept 1 to Oct. 15, consumers can enter the "Be a Sensational Makeup Artist" contest by visiting Besensationalandwin.com. Contestants must submit a video of themselves creating a makeup look with Maybelline New York cosmetics for a chance to win.

August 29, 2010
NACDS chairman: Assert pharmacy’s role in seeking solutions for costly health system

If there ever was a time for retail pharmacists to assert their role in a...

August 23, 2010
Lumene introduces new vitamin C-infused skin care products

Skin care brand Lumene has announced the launch of its latest items: Lumene Vitamin C+...

August 22, 2010
CVS clusters consumables in new urban store concept

CVS/pharmacy has always prided itself on convenience, but the retailer clearly is raising the bar...

August 22, 2010
CVS/pharmacy, MinuteClinic announce new online scheduler

CVS/pharmacy and MinuteClinic have announced that flu shots now are available at all of their...

August 22, 2010
Flu shot clinics open early in anticipation of high demand

In the aftermath of the H1N1 flu pandemic that dominated airwaves during last year’s cough-cold-flu...

August 17, 2010
NBTY recalls private-label immune system supplements

NBTY on Tuesday announced the recall of its Air Shield, Air Protector, Immune System Support...

RONKONKOMA, N.Y. NBTY on Tuesday announced the recall of its Air Shield, Air Protector, Immune System Support and AirHealth Effervescent 10-tablet containers, and its Stick Packs 8-stick containers -- all private-label versions of Airborne -- because they may contain undeclared soy, according to a posting of the release on the Food and Drug Administration website.

The recall impacts a host of pharmacy retailers, including CVS, Safeway, Supervalu, Target, Walgreens and Walmart. The products all fall under NBTY’s Leiner Health Solutions umbrella.

August 15, 2010
CVS/pharmacy enters Omaha market

CVS/pharmacy entered the Omaha market and celebrated its foray with a grand opening event on...

August 15, 2010
Report: Nailtini to launch 'Mad Men'-inspired line

"Mad Men" designer Janie Bryant reportedly has teamed up with nail polish company Nailtini to...