For 111 years, the Friedman Family has been feeding Butler County. Through three generations — and into the fourth generation, Friedman’s Freshmarkets have been selling top quality meat, produce and other food items in attractive, modern stores.

The company has focused on hiring, training and retaining outstanding associates who do their best to serve our customers better than anyone else can server them.

Through our 100 years of fascinating history, Friedman’s has managed to survive World War I, The Great Depression, World War II, The Korean Conflicts, The Cold War, fires, hurricanes, floods, as well as chain store and “Big Box” competition.

The tradition of community service, giving back and sincere commitment to the running great grocery stores — our only business — has allowed us to prosper and serve you today.

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Butler, PA, April 15, 2010
Dr. Carole F. Bitter, President and CEO of Friedman’s Freshmarkets announced today that Donald A. Eury was named new store manager for the Friedman’s Freshmarket at Chicora. Prior to his promotion, Donald was a co-manager at Friedman’s Freshmarket at Greater Butler Mart. He replaces Cheryl Knox, who resigned to spend more time with her family.

Don Eury is a 1987 graduate of Butler Senior High School, and a 1995 graduate of Butler County Community College. Donald started working at the former Center Avenue Shop-n-Save after graduation in 1987. He worked his way up from the stockroom to management in 1999. He started at Friedman’s in 2000. Donald brings to us his knowledge and experience of the business.

Shortly after the Saxonburg store fire in 2004, Donald stepped in to work at all the Friedman’s stores. He attributes a lot of his knowledge to working with the many store managers at Friedman’s, and finding his own niche with the experience gained. Donald believes that the advantage of locally owned supermarkets is the personal touch that the employees share with customers. “People who shop at our stores have been our customers for years. They are very loyal, and we know many of them by name. That is very important in the industry today. People want to see a friendly face, and to be greeted. It makes them feel welcome.”

Donald lives in Butler, and enjoys going out with friends, movies, watching sports, and traveling.

East Brady, PA, April 9, 2010
Howard Christie, President, FMT Foods, Inc. dba East Brady Freshmarket announced today Richard Bridgeman has been promoted to Store Manager. He replaces Tracy Snow who resigned to open her own business.

In his new position, Mr. Bridgeman will be responsible for operation of East Brady Freshmarket, Bridge and Water Streets in East Brady.

Richard Bridgeman brings a wealth of experience to his new position. He started working at Friedman’s Point Plaza Supermarket in 2006, soon after retiring from the Marine Corps. He was promoted to Co-manager in 2007, then was transferred to Friedman’s Saxonburg in 2008. He worked at the Saxonburg store until his appointment as East Brady Store Manager.

Mr. Bridgeman served in Okinawa, Japan, Pohang, South Korea, and in Desert Shield/Storm during his 20 years in the Marine Corps. He earned numerous awards including: Joint Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Service Commendation Medal, 4 Navy/Marine Corps Achievement Medals, and Numerous Service and Unit Awards.

Richard Bridgeman believes in shopping at locally owned and operated stores so that the money he spends stays in the local area, creating and maintaining jobs.

Mr. Bridgeman requests that customers with suggestions see him at the store or call him at 724-526-5912. If you prefer, you can just leave him a note at the store office.

Richard Bridgeman lives in Connoquenessing and has two children in Wyoming. In his spare time he enjoys playing basketball and other sports.