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ARKO Opens Its Second New to Industry Store in Less Than a Month — A Pride Location In Agawam, Massachusetts
RICHMOND, Va., Feb. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ARKO Corp. (Nasdaq: ARKO), a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest convenience store operators in the

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[{"type":"text","content":"RICHMOND, Va., Feb. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ARKO Corp. (Nasdaq: ARKO), a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest convenience store operators in the United States, is pleased to announce the opening of its newest Pride location in Agawam, MA, located at 395 Main Street. This New-to-Industry (NTI) store reflects ARKO’s continued commitment to investing in modern, food forward, customer‑centric convenience stores across its national footprint. The new Pride store features a Pride Kitchen, offering fresh, made‑to‑order selections with breakfast served all day, as well as a full Chester’s Chicken® franchise with a variety of popular chicken meals, tenders, and sides. Together, these programs provide guests with convenient, high‑quality options throughout the day. In addition to its expanded foodservice, the store offers a broad selection of dispensed beverages, including bean‑to‑cup hot and iced coffee, fountain drinks, teas, and frozen beverages. Guests can take advantage of the store’s drive‑thru window, which serves a selection of Pride Kitchen favorites and Chester’s Chicken offerings, providing even more convenience for customers on the go. “Our new Pride store highlights how we’re elevating the convenience experience for the communities we serve,” said Arie Kotler, President & CEO of ARKO Corp. “This new location brings together fresh food and modern amenities in a way that makes everyday convenience faster and easier for our guests.” The store includes a contemporary interior, digital menu boards, indoor seating, and an intuitive layout designed to streamline the shopping experience. The location also offers EV charging, supporting customers with expanded fueling options as ARKO continues to modernize its network. In addition to enjoying the new store, customers can save even more at the pump through ARKO’s Fueling America’s Future program. In honor of America’s 250th birthday, fas REWARDS members can save up to $2.50 off per gallon by purchasing participating products and entering their phone number at the pump to watch the savings stack up. fas REWARDS is a free loyalty program that delivers savings where it matters most. Once enrolled, using their phone number at checkout, members receive better in‑store pricing and savings than non‑members, plus fuel rewards that can stack up to $2.50 per gallon and personalized of...