"The company has built a strong customer base over decades, in part because consumers trust that it treats its workers fairly," the treasurers wrote. "A labor dispute of this magnitude risks eroding that trust, driving loyal customers to competitors and causing lasting damage to Stop & Shop's brand."

State treasurers in RI, CT and MA warn Stop & Shop of 'economic and operational consequences' amid dispute with Teamsters.

The State Treasurers of Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut sent a letter to Ahold Delhaize, the owner of Stop & Shop, expressing “deep concern” regarding the ongoing dispute on workers’ healthcare coverage Tuesday.

The state treasurers of Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut say they have deep concerns about a labor dispute involving Stop & Shop workers.

Stop & Shop said it could save millions by closing its Freetown warehouse. A Friday deadline looms amid a showdown between Stop & Shop Supermarket Co. and union workers at its Freetown distribution center.