Stewart’s Shops and the Dake family increase annual donations to $12 million

Stewart's Shops chief executive Gary Dake stands outside the amphitheater at Saratoga Performing Arts Center in Saratoga Springs, New York.

Stewart’s Shops and the Dake family are increasing annual donations from $9 million to $12 million at a time when charities and communities need more help. There is no question we are living in complex economic times. Because of our efficiency and hardworking employees, who we call partners, Stewart’s is stable and equipped to navigate…
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Lucky Stewart’s customer wins $10 million on a scratch-off ticket

Big Lottery Winners

Last week marked a big milestone for a lucky Stewart’s customer who won $10 million with the purchase of a $10 million Bonus scratch-off ticket at our shop on East Main Street in Canton, NY. The customer, who enjoys sipping coffee and playing lottery, purchased the winning ticket on Sunday, May 3rd. The windfall marked…
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Stewart’s is your one-stop shop for all your warm weather essentials

Warm Weather Essentials. Stewart's Shops animated iced coffee cups and a ice cream cone.

Warmer weather’s here! Time for cookouts, ball games, celebrations and all things outdoors. Let Stewart’s be your one-stop shop for everything from pizza and hot dogs to cool drinks and ice cream. Fuel Your Day Kick off your day with Stewart’s coffee. Choose from House Blend, Richer Roast, Maple French Toast, Blueberry Crumble, or Decaf….
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My Stewart’s Story: Meet Patience, manager of our Red Hook shop

Stewart's Shop manager Patience from Red Hook talks about how she grew from part-time to shop manager in three years.

Patience had just finished high school when she joined Stewart’s Shops. She was promoted to shift supervisor shortly after her 19th birthday and became the manager of the Stewart’s in Red Hook by time she was 21. “I came into the retail business with no experience and they taught me everything I know now. It’s…
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2025 NYRA Bets Cards are now available at Stewart’s Shops

NYRA Bets Cards

Stewart’s Shops and the New York Racing Association are making NYRA Bets Gift Cards available at more than 175 shops, just in time for the 2025 Triple Crown racing series. The $50 NYRA Bets Cards are now available at Stewart’s Shops in Albany, Fulton, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady and Warren counties. The gift cards will…
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Stewart’s Mountain Brew beer named a top private-label beer by WSJ

Stewart's Shops Mountain Brew beer can

Months after re-imaging and re-introducing Stewart’s Mountain Brew, the nostalgic brand has been recognized as a top private-label beer by the Wall Street Journal. Stewart’s teamed up with Adirondacks craft brewer Paradox Brewery over the winter and created what the Wall Street Journal calls “a refreshing new recipe.” Stewart’s is among a growing number of…
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Celebrate Earth Day with Free Hot Coffee at Stewart’s Shops

Coffee refill on earth day!

Go green and save some green this Earth Day at Stewart’s Shops! In honor of Earth Day on Tuesday, April 22nd, Stewart’s Shops is offering FREE hot coffee, tea, or hot chocolate to customers who use any refillable mug (up to 32oz). Choose from our wide range of delicious hot coffee flavors like House Blend,…
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Spring into Warmer Weather with Stewart’s Seasonal Ice Cream Flavors

Seasonal flavors ice cream scoops and cones

Stewart’s ice cream counters are packed full of our limited-edition ice cream flavors.  Made with the best milk in New York state, our ice cream is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Returning as a fan favorite is Boston Cream Dream. Inspired by the donut, this Boston Cream donut flavored ice cream has a chocolate…
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Stewart’s Shops recognized by Times Union as a Top Workplace

Stewart's Shops photo and banner from Times Union Top Workplaces

Stewart’s Shops has been recognized for the 8th time as a Top Workplace by the Albany Times Union newspaper. Stewart’s employs 5,500 people who operate more than 400 convenience stores across upstate New York, Vermont and New Hampshire. Stewart’s was among 49 businesses out of more than 25,000 in the region that were recognized at…
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My Stewart’s Story: Meet district tech Chuck Warren

On any given day, you will find Chuck Warren troubleshooting a plumbing, electrical or refrigeration glitch for Stewart’s Shops. “It keeps you busy and you are doing something different every day,” he said. Chuck joined Stewart’s district maintenance team 10 years ago after honing his technical skills working in manufacturing and household appliance repair and…
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