Market Basket is once again at the center of a leadership storm. On September 10, 2025, the board of directors voted unanimously to remove Arthur T. Demoulas — known to New Englanders as Artie T. — from his role as president and CEO.

The decision came after weeks of mediation sessions meant to resolve disputes between Demoulas and the board. The latest round happened just yesterday, when both sides joined a video conference in Delaware in a last-ditch effort to find common ground. But mediation failed, and today the board made its move official.

This isn’t the first time Artie T. has been ousted. In 2014, a similar power struggle led to his removal, sparking massive protests from employees and customers. That movement — which emptied shelves and drew national headlines — ultimately forced his return.

This time, the board has been clear about its reasoning. Members accused Demoulas of resisting collaboration on governance issues, succession planning, and even encouraging a possible work stoppage earlier this year. In their statement, they stressed that Market Basket’s culture, prices, and employee benefits will remain unchanged despite the leadership shake-up.

Still, the question remains: will history repeat itself? Will loyal employees and customers once again rally behind the man they see as the face of Market Basket?

For now, the legal battles move to Delaware’s courts, where the board is working to solidify its decision. But one thing is certain — Artie T.’s departure is more than a corporate headline. For many across New England, it’s personal.