Market Basket just landed the No. 2 spot in the country on dunnhumby’s annual Retailer Preference Index.

The new rankings looked at the roughly $1 trillion US grocery market and combined hard financial data with how shoppers actually feel about where they shop.

Only two chains finished ahead of everyone else: Texas-based H-E-B at No. 1 and Market Basket right behind it, earning second place for the second time. Wisconsin-based Woodman’s took No. 3 in its first-ever appearance, knocking Costco out of the top three.

➡️ Read more from CBS: Why Market Basket is the second-best grocery store chain in the country, according to a new ranking

Here’s what’s inside today’s newsletter:

📰 What we’re reading, news from around the state

🛒 Most budget-friendly grocery stores in Manchester 

📢 Question of the week: Should the United States take over Greenland?

📅 Top events for your calendar

👉 Here’s the list of US House Dems who want to impeach Kristi Noem

“A growing number of U.S. House Democrats are pushing for Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s impeachment after another fatal shooting of an American citizen by federal immigration officers in Minneapolis this month.” — New Hampshire Bulletin

👉Proposed $50 bike registration fee faces fierce pushback

“Meanwhile, critics ranging from cycling advocates to local government officials questioned the bill’s targeting of a healthy activity that contributes to the tourism economy, as well as how the policy would be implemented or enforced.” — NHPR

👉 WATCH: ‘You can’t have ICE around and feel safe’

“This Merrimack resident says locals have good reason to be afraid if ICE takes up in their quiet town.” — Granite Post

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By Stacy Rounds

🛒 Price Rite Marketplace

Why it’s No. 1: Consistently low everyday prices and weekly deals make this the top pick for stretching your grocery budget.
Pros: Great deals on name brands and private-label items, weekly specials, solid selection.
Cons: Not as many locations nearby as some bigger chains.

🛒 ALDI

Why it’s No. 2: Simple, no-frills shopping with low prices on staples — especially produce, dairy, and pantry items.
Pros: Very affordable private-label brands; clearance area with great bargains.
Cons: Smaller selection and limited brands compared to full supermarkets.

🛒 Market Basket

Why it’s No 3: Strong overall value — especially on meat, dairy, and household essentials — but slightly higher prices on some staples than the top two.
Pros: Wide selection and competitive prices across many departments.
Cons: Not always the cheapest option on everyday items like produce and pantry basics.

After days of escalating rhetoric, President Donald Trump has backed off his threat to impose sweeping tariffs on eight European allies over Greenland. Trump continues to describe a long-term arrangement involving Greenland and the broader Arctic region, leaving questions about how far the US will push.

So this week’s question is…

Should the United States take over Greenland?

“It’s managed to take our collective attention away from the Epstein files. Just a coincidence, I’m sure.” — Bob Weiner

“No! Absolutely not! Leave Greenland alone! My God, they are stripping away the rights of all Americans while terrorizing us and making everything so damn expensive! Take care of the economy, homelessness, housing, healthcare before you put your hands where they don’t belong! What a backwards administration!” — Maggie

“Absolutely not! It’s time Europe fights back against this corrupt president.” — Patricia Plante 

“There is no good result from breaking up NATO which a takeover of Greenland would cause. It is shooting ourselves in the foot. USA already has enough military rights in Greenland under a 1951 Treaty.” — Ivor Freeman

🌕 Full Moon Fiesta
Lebanon — Sat. Jan. 31
A winter community celebration tied to the full moon, featuring seasonal activities and outdoor fun in downtown Lebanon.
More info

🍷 Winter Wine Festival
New Castle — Jan. 23 to Feb. 15
A monthlong wine festival at Wentworth by the Sea featuring multi-course Grand Vintner’s Dinners, large-scale tastings, flight nights, and a Bubbles & Jazz Brunch, with winery representatives and curated pours from around the world.
More info

🦎 Winter Reptile Expo
Manchester — Sun. Feb. 1
A one-day expo featuring vendor tables with reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, enclosures, food, plants, and pet supplies. Admission is $10 for ages 13+, $5 for ages 7–12, and free for children 6 and under. Open 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
More info

 🧊 Snow Sculpting Competition
Jackson — Jan. 30 to Feb. 1 
A White Mountains tradition where professional carvers transform massive blocks of snow into detailed sculptures in the Mt. Washington Valley.
More info

⛄ Ice & Snow Festival
Keene — Sat. Feb. 7
An annual winter festival with ice sculptures, seasonal activities, and community events throughout downtown Keene.
More info

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Thanks for reading. This newsletter was written by Katy Savage with a story from Stacy Rounds. It was edited by Paula Solis.

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