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Stater Bros. the largest private employer in the Inland Empire, has reduced its hours of operation in response to the spread of the Coronavirus.
As of Sunday, all of the supermarket chain’s 167 stores will operate from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. seven days a week until further notice, according to a statement on the San Bernardino-based company’s website.
Stater Bros. has also given shopping priority to seniors. Beginning today all 169 locations will open at 7:45 a.m. for senior shopping (65+). “This allows our most vulnerable customers time to shop for essential items in a less crowded environment” according to a social media post shared Tuesday.
“To ensure product availability for all of its customers, there are limits on high demand items,” Stater Bros. Chief Executive Officer Pete Van Helden said in the statement. “The company is working to get product to our stores as quickly as it becomes available. Be assured that all of our merchandise is being sold at its everyday price.
“For nearly 84 years, we’ve worked hard ensure the needs of our local communities are met, and as long as the shopping experience remains safe, our stores will remain open. We’re in this together to keep our community safe.”
