Rite Aid Corp.

Walgreens Boots Alliance has tapped the former chief executive of Rite Aid to head its U.S. operations.

Rite Aid is partnering with Instacart to enable on-demand delivery of essential healthcare and grocery items during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.

The nation’s two largest drug store chains have implemented additional preventive measures to protect employees and customers amid the COVID-19 pandemic, including installing plexiglass shields at counters and equipping employees with protective gear. 

Albertsons Companies is looking to return to the public arena.

Industry veteran Andre Persaud is assuming the role of executive VP, retail at Rite Aid Corp.

Rite Aid Corp. has reason to be merry heading into the holidays.

Bartell Drugs is celebrating healthy and beautiful living during its Spring Health & Beauty Event, being held now at Bartell locations in King, Pierce and Snohomish counties.

Between March 2 and 15, activities at selected locations will include health clinics, free beauty “mini makeover” demonstrations and hair styling tips by Conair, and product samples ranging from cosmetics to dental care.