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Stewart’s Shops promotes Chad Kiesow to president

Stewart’s Shops chief operating officer Chad Kiesow has been promoted to president of the family- and employee-owned convenience store chain. The promotion marks the first time in the company’s 80-year history that Stewart’s has a president who is not part of the Dake family. But the Dakes aren’t going anywhere. Bill Dake, part of the…
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My Stewart’s Story: Meet Svitlana, who is part of our banking team

My Stewart's Story Blog Photo. Come grow with us.

A recommendation from a friend prompted Svitlana to consider a career at Stewart’s Shops 2.5 years ago. Svitlana had just moved to the United States from Ukraine, where she studied economics and law. She also spent two years setting up wills, trusts and estates for a bank before moving to the United States in September…
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‘Tis the season for Make Your Own Sundaes at Stewart’s Shops

Make Your Own Sundae blog photo. Four kids eating ice cream at a table in Stewart's Shops

There’s no better way to celebrate the season than with a Make Your Own Sundae from Stewart’s Shops. It all started back in 1948, when Philly Dake had a simple but brilliant idea; why not let people build their own sundaes just the way they like them? Stewart’s Shops customers loved this idea so much,…
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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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Introducing Stewart’s Newest Flavor: Sausage & Gravy Pizza!

Sausage gravy pizza

This new flavor combination is both hearty, savory and of course, delicious. Served all day, the sausage and gravy pizza is made with a blend of melted mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, crumbled sausage and sausage gravy on a self-rising crust. A perfect twist on a classic. Whether you’re fueling up for a busy day or…
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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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Celebrate Mother’s Day with a 99¢ ice cream at Stewart’s!

Treat Mom to a single-scoop ice cream cone or dish for just 99¢ plus tax this Sunday, May 11th all day long! Our ice cream counters are packed full of our limited-edition flavors made with the Best Milk in New York State. Don’t miss out on delicious options like Peanut Butter Caramel Chaos, Dirt Cake…
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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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