Rite Aid files for bankruptcy

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“With the support of our lenders, we look forward to strengthening our financial foundation, advancing our transformation initiatives and accelerating the execution of our turnaround strategy.”

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“In doing so, we will be even better able to deliver the healthcare products and services our customers and their families rely on — now and into the future.”

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Rite Aid files for bankruptcy

“With the support of our lenders, we look forward to strengthening our financial foundation, advancing our transformation initiatives and accelerating the execution of our turnaround strategy.”

“In doing so, we will be even better able to deliver the healthcare products and services our customers and their families rely on — now and into the future.”

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