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9/10/2010

Woodcliff Lake A&P Celebrates Grand Re-Opening

Two-Tiered Store Offers Expansive Departments With Wide Selection Of Fresh And Gourmet Foods; Full-Service Bakery, WiFi, Starbucks Café, Floral Department & Pharmacy with Rx Delivery, Along With Center Store Department Presenting Complete Lines Of Specialty Items For Men, Children & Pets, Offers Unmatched Shopping Experience

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9/8/2010

THE GREAT ATLANTIC & PACIFIC TEA COMPANY, INC. TO SELL SEVEN CONNETICUT STORES AS IT CONTINUES THE EXECUTION OF ITS TURNAROUND STRATEGY

MONTVALE, N.J. - September 8, 2010 - Today, The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. (A&P) (NYSE:GAP) today announced that it has entered into an agreement with Big Y Foods, Inc., to sell seven store locations in northern Connecticut. The sale of these stores is part of a comprehensive turnaround strategy initially announced by the Company in late July. The stores are expected to close at the end of October.

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8/27/2010

The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. Announces Appointment of Tom O'Boyle as Executive Vice President Merchandising & Marketing

MONTVALE, N.J. - August 27, 2010 - Today, The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. (A&P) (NYSE:GAP) announced the appointment of Tom O'Boyle to the new position of Executive Vice President, effective immediately. In this role, Tom will be responsible for leading the Merchandising, Marketing, Supply & Logistics departments to develop a cohesive synergy between these critical functions, reporting to President and Chief Executive Officer Sam Martin.

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8/20/2010

The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. Announces Appointment of Frederic F. Brace as Chief Administrative Officer

MONTVALE, N.J. - August 20, 2010 - Today, The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. (A&P) (NYSE:GAP) announced the appointment of Frederic F. ("Jake") Brace to the new position of Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), effective immediately. In this role, Mr. Brace will oversee A&P's Finance and Accounting, Real Estate and Information Systems departments, reporting to President and Chief Executive Officer Sam Martin.

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8/19/2010

The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. Announces Appointment of Carter Knox as Senior Vice President, Human Resources & Communications

MONTVALE, N.J. - August 19, 2010 - Today, The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. (A&P) (NYSE:GAP) announced that Carter Knox will assume the role of Senior Vice President, Human Resources & Communications.

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8/18/2010

The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. Announces Appointment of Paul Hertz as Executive Vice President, Operations

MONTVALE, N.J. - August 18, 2010 - Today, The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. (A&P) (NYSE:GAP) announced the appointment of Paul Hertz to the role of Executive Vice President, Operations. Paul succeeds Mark Kramer, who has left the Company to pursue other interests.

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8/13/2010

The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. to Close 25 Stores as Part of Turnaround Strategy

MONTVALE, NJ - August 2, 2010 - The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. (A&P) (NYSE Symbol: GAP) today announced that it will close 25 stores in five states as the Company begins the implementation and execution phase of its comprehensive turnaround.

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8/12/2010

Food Basics and Home Basics Store Brands Hit the Shelves in Pathmark

MONTVALE, NJ - August 12, 2010 - The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. (A&P) (NYSE Symbol: GAP) today introduced a new line of every day low-priced products that can save shoppers more than ever before.

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8/2/2010

Pharmacies Offer Auto-Refill and Email or Text Message Reminders

MONTVALE, NJ - August 2, 2010 - The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. (A&P) (NYSE Symbol: GAP) today announced two dynamic new services which help our busy customers manage their prescriptions and can also notify them when they are ready to be picked up. In today's fast-paced world there never seems to be enough time to take care of the daily chores.

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7/23/2010

The Board of Directors of Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. Appoints Sam Martin President and CEO

MONTVALE, N.J. - July 23, 2010 - The Board of Directors of the Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. (A&P, NYSE Symbol: GAP) today announced that it has appointed Sam Martin as the company's new President and Chief Executive Officer to succeed Ron Marshall, who has left the company. The company also announced fiscal 2010 first quarter results and launched a turnaround designed to strengthen A&P's operating and financial foundation and enhance the customer experience.

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7/9/2010

Great Values and Low Prices Await Shoppers at Port Jefferson's Pathmark

MONTVALE, N.J. - July 9, 2010… The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. (A&P) (NYSE:GAP) today unveiled the new Port Jefferson Pathmark store designed to make shopping easier and more affordable, thanks to a wide selection of quality groceries, fresh produce, breads, seafood, meats and more, all at great prices.

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7/8/2010

Live Better! Wellness Club Members Offering FREE refills on Prescription Prenatal and Children's Vitamins

MONTVALE, N.J. - July 8, 2010… The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. (A&P) (NYSE:GAP) is offering a special promotion for its Live Better! Wellness Club members on prescription prenatal and children's vitamins. The Live Better! Wellness Club provides the most comprehensive combination of products, services and pricing throughout the entire supermarket industry and now we are proud to also offer FREE vitamins as part of important prenatal care and childhood development.

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7/7/2010

The A&P Family of Supermarkets Debuts Text, Give, Save Campaign to Benefit The Children's Miracle Network & Shoppers Too!

MONTVALE, N.J., July 7, 2010 - In a unique new promotion designed to "give back" while "getting back," The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. (A&P) (NYSE: GAP) is making it easy and economical for shoppers to help the Children's Miracle Network (CMN), an organization dedicated to saving and improving the lives of children by raising funds for 170 children's hospitals throughout North America.

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7/1/2010

A&P Family of Supermarkets Kicks-Off Register Fundraiser with Rock of Ages to Support Children's Miracle Network

MONTVALE, N.J. - July 1, 2010...The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. (A&P) (NYSE: GAP) and Broadway's hit musical Rock of Ages have teamed up for a register fundraiser supporting Children's Miracle Network (CMN).

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6/11/2010

Pathmark Celebrates Black Music Month in Philadelphia

MONTVALE, N.J. - June 11, 2010…Pathmark is proud to honor Black Music Month with an exciting celebration on Sunday, June 20th, from 12:00pm to 4:00pm, at Penn's Landing in Philadelphia (301 S. Columbus Blvd.). This year's Pathmark Multicultural Arts Festival will be a fun-filled event highlighted by a special performance from Kathy Sledge of Sister Sledge whose smash hits include "We Are Family," "My Guy," and more!

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6/1/2010

The Food Emporium & Renowned 3-D Pop Artist Charles Fazzino Unveil "Fazzino's Fabulous NY Apple" Special Edition Re-usable Shopping Bag

NEW YORK - June 1, 2010...The Food Emporium is proud to introduce "Fazzino's Fabulous NY Apple" limited edition re-usable shopping bag designed by renowned 3-D Pop Artist Charles Fazzino. Available exclusively at The Food Emporium stores in Manhattan, a portion of the proceeds from sales of this unique new tote will be donated to the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) to help support the fight against neuromuscular diseases.

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5/27/2010

"Community Center" Opens At Pompton Plains A&P

MONTVALE, N.J., May 27, 2010 - On the heels of the recent grand re-opening of the Pompton Plains A&P store, located at 500 Route 23 North, in Pompton Plains, N.J., which was closed due to the devastating flood in March, The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. (A&P) (NYSE: GAP) is proud to unveil the "Community Center" in the Pompton Plains store. The Center serves as a special community room where local residents and organizations can host meetings.

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5/24/2010

North Bergen Food Basics Hosts 4th Annual Family Festival

MONTVALE, N.J. - May 29, 2009 - The Food Basics Family Festival is back and better then ever! Featuring a variety of Hispanic delicacies, music, and activities for the whole family, the 4th Annual Food Basics Family Festival takes place on Saturday, May 29th, from 10am - 4pm in the parking lot of the Food Basics store located at 1425 Kennedy Boulevard, North Bergen, NJ.

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5/21/2010

Back and Better than Ever Pompton Plains A&P Celebrates Grand Re-Opening

Following the Devastating Flood in March, the Pompton Plains A&P Boasts a New-Look and Expanded Selection of Deli, Bakery, Floral, Meat & Seafood Departments; While Introducing for the first time dynamic new specialty sections such as an expanded Kids & Toddler aisle; enhanced Pet selection and an expansive selection of Natural, Organic and Gluten-Free products

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5/6/2010

The A&P Foundation Donates $350,000 To Prominent Breast Cancer Research, Support & Awareness Organizations

MONTVALE, N.J. - May 7, 2010 - The A&P Foundation, formerly known as the Waldbaum's Foundation, which was established a decade ago by neighborhood supermarkets to aid in the fight to eradicate breast cancer throughout the Northeast, is proud to announce $350,000 in donations to nine prominent breast cancer programs in the region, bringing the organization's total donations to $1 million.

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5/5/2010

The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. Announces Results for its Fourth Quarter and Full Year Ended February 27, 2010

MONTVALE, N.J. - May 5, 2010 - The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. (A&P, NYSE Symbol: GAP) today announced fiscal 2009 fourth quarter and full year results for the 12 and 52 weeks ended February 27, 2010.

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4/29/2010

Kelly Ripa Introduces The New Lower Price Project
A&P is committed to continuing to lower our customers' grocery bills with thousands of price reductions throughout the store.

MONTVALE, N.J. - April 20, 2010 - The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. (A&P) (NYSE:GAP) has announced the most comprehensive price reduction program in the history of A&P.

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4/20/2010

The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. Announces Appointment of Mark Kramer as Senior Vice President, Operations

MONTVALE, N.J. - April 20, 2010 - Today, The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. (A&P) (NYSE:GAP) announced that Mark Kramer will assume the role of Senior Vice President, Operations after Paul Wiseman left the Company.

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2/11/2010

Pathmark Gospel Choir Competition to Serenade Thousands at the World Financial Center on February 27th

MONTVALE, N.J., February 11, 2010…The Pathmark Gospel Choir Competition has long been a signature event honoring Black History Month. This year, the Competition is better than ever before with a spectacular day of festivities for the entire family. On Saturday, February 27th at the World Financial Center, top choirs from around the country, famous in their own communities, will travel to New York City to compete for $10,000 in prizes.

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1/27/2010

The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. Announces Appointment of Ron Marshall as President & Chief Executive Officer effective February 8, 2010

MONTVALE, N.J. - January 27, 2010 - Today, The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. (A&P) (NYSE:GAP) announced that Ron Marshall will assume the role of President & Chief Executive Officer effective February 8th.

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1/26/2010

A&P Supermarkets Debut In-Store Shopping Guides

MONTVALE, N.J., January 26, 2010 - As saving money and stretching budgets continues to be a priority for all consumers, The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. (A&P) (NYSE: GAP) has debuted a series of good deals shopping guide to help shoppers save even more.

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1/25/2010

The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. Announces Changes to the Office of Treasurer

b>MONTVALE, N.J. - January 25, 2009 - Today, The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. (A&P) (NYSE:GAP) announced that Brenda Galgano, Chief Financial Officer has assumed the additional role of Treasurer following the departure of William Moss at the end of the fiscal year.

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1/13/2010

The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. Announces Results for its Third Quarter Ended December 5, 2009
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Results Include Impairment Charges of $413 MM

MONTVALE, N.J. - January 12, 2010 - The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. (A&P, NYSE Symbol:GAP) today announced fiscal 2009 third quarter and year to date results for the 12 and 40 weeks ended December 5, 2009.

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Company Facts
Founded:
1859 by George Huntington Hartford and George Gilman

Headquarters:
Montvale, NJ

Stock Symbol:
NYSE: "GAP"

Number of Stores:
429

Retail Banners:
A&P, Waldbaum's, The Food Emporium, Super Fresh, Pathmark and Food Basics

Annual Sales Volume:
$8.8 billion of Total Sales for fiscal year 2009 ended February 27, 2010

Scope of Operations:
8 U.S. states (Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland),Virginia, and the District of Columbia

Own Brands:
America's Choice, America's Choice Healthy Kids, Hartford Reserve, Live Better Wellness, America's Choice Gold, Smart Price, Greenway, Via Roma

Number of Employees:
Approximately 48,000

President & CEO:
Sam Martin

Executive Chairman:
Christian W.E. Haub