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 August 31, 2006
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TOPS MARKETS COMPLETES MILLION DOLLAR REMODEL AT MEDINA STORE
TOPS MARKETS COMPLETES MILLION DOLLAR REMODEL AT MEDINA STORE

Store is one of 11 locations to complete renovations by end of 2006

Medina, NY - TOPS Markets today announced the completion of its first six Buffalo Niagara store remodels, including its Medina location at 11170 Maple Ridge Road. During the remodeling process, the Medina TOPS was significantly refurbished from the upgrade of current amenities to the addition of new features and departments.

"With this remodel, we were able to give the store an overall facelift and modern d'cor that is both aesthetically appealing and functional," said Larry Wagner, store manager. "Customers will also find an expanded selection of items that provide great value and convenience for busy families."

In addition to an entirely new d'cor package, Medina customers will find updated produce, dairy and bulk food departments. New departments to the store include Nature's Promise Marketplace, a "health food store within the store," offering an expanded variety of natural and organic products, including TOPS' own brand, Nature's Promise, and organic selections of produce, dairy, meat and poultry products. Along with health and wellness, the remodeled store features state-of-the-art technology to provide customers with a more convenient shopping experience. In addition to friendly associates, customers will find newly installed EasyScan stations. These four self-service checkouts allow customers to quickly scan and bag their own groceries, then pay and be on their way.

In April, TOPS officials announced a multi-million dollar capital reinvestment at 11 of the company's stores throughout the Buffalo Niagara region. Medina and five additional stores have completed renovations, including Cheektowaga, Depew, Lockport, Niagara Falls and West Seneca. Remodels at five additional locations are expected to be complete by the end of this year.

"TOPS has gone above and beyond our original $20 million commitment for 2006. We are well on track to exceed that original capital investment on the renovations of eleven of our stores by the end of this year," said Max Henderson, Jr., executive vice president and general manager. "Our customers can expect the same or more for 2007 as TOPS continues with our multi-year reinvestment campaign."

TOPS Markets, LLC, headquartered in Williamsville, NY is one of four retail-operating companies under Ahold USA and is a division of Giant Food Stores in Carlisle, PA. TOPS currently operates 119 TOPS Markets and 4 Martin's Super Food Stores. With nearly 16,000 associates, TOPS serves a three state market area. For more information about TOPS Markets or Martin's Super Food Stores, visit the companies' websites at www.topsmarkets.com or www.martinssuperfood.com.

 

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