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15-05-2025
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Your Stories Q&A: What's next for closed Big Lots in Oswego?
OSWEGO, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — You ask, we answer! Is another store planned for the closed Big Lots in Oswego Plaza? The Big Lots in Oswego was one of several to close in our area, after the discount store filed for bankruptcy last year. The Big Lots was located in the Oswego Plaza off NY-104. It's the same plaza where Hobby Lobby and Texas Roadhouse are located. A 'For Lease' sign can be seen on the window, as well as a note on the door from Big Lots, thanking the community for its support. The plaza's property manager, Tim Kerstetter, said the Big Lots store was cleared out about a week ago. He said right now, nothing is lined up to replace the closed Big Lots, but they are actively looking. He said they've spoken with a few companies, but want to make sure the next business to sign a lease is the right fit for the plaza. There's at least one Big Lots in Central New York that is slated to reopen. Earlier this year, discount retailer Ocean State Job Lot acquired 15 former Big Lots stores across eight states, including the one in Clay. According to Ocean State Job Lot's website, the 15 stores they acquired are slated to open by early summer. Submit a form. Your Stories Q&A: What's next for closed Big Lots in Oswego? Your Stories Q&A: When will Thruway exit 34A in DeWitt reopen? Your Stories Q&A: Uncle Chubby's in Clay reopening after being closed for 18 months Your Stories Q&A: What documents do I need to bring to DMV to get REAL ID? Your Stories Q&A: Is my Social Security number shown when a store scans my REAL ID license? 'Why do you have to live in a war zone if you're not part of the war?': Syracuse landlord frustrated by bullets on his block Your Stories Q&A: When will the new Chick-fil-A open in DeWitt? Your Stories Q&A: When will the rough ramp near Destiny USA get repaired? Do you need a REAL ID by May 7? What to know Your Stories Q&A: Is Byrne Dairy still replacing former TK Tavern in Camillus? Your Stories Q&A: An update on the future of Beck's Hotel in Mexico Your Stories Q&A: When will new comfort food restaurant open in Bridgeport? Your Stories Q&A: $100 million golf course community planned at former Syracuse country club Your Stories Q&A: Utica bakery known for its half-moon cookies opening spot in Manlius After nearly two weeks, hot water returns to Nob Hill Apartments building Your Stories Q&A: A burning question about a flame in Oneida Nob Hill Apartments tenants continue to live without hot water after two weeks Your Stories Q&A: Opening date announced for Salina Starbucks Your Stories Q&A: Something new on the menu for the former Ponderosa in Salina Your Stories Q&A: When will construction finish on the old Hilltop Restaurant and bowling alley in Skaneateles Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
20-03-2025
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Ocean State Job Lot sets opening plans for first Ocean County store
BARNEGAT -- Ocean State Job Lot, in the midst of acquiring more than a dozen Big Lots stores in eight states, will open its new, and first, Ocean County location by midsummer, the company said Thursday. In New Jersey, Ocean State Job Lot, a discount retailer, is in the process of buying the former Big Lots store on Route 9 in Barnegat as well as locations in Somers Point and Cape May. Big Lots was the anchor tenant at Barnegat's Bayshore Plaza, leasing a 29,797-square-foot storefront there. The 12 other former Best Lot locations are in Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, New York, Massachusetts, Vermont and Maine. 'This is an exciting chapter for us,' said Marc Perlman, Ocean State Job Lot's principal owner and CEO, in a statement. 'Expanding into new markets has long been part of our strategic plan, but like everything else we do, it needs to be done with value in mind. What's Going There? First Hobby Lobby coming to Ocean County, replacing this Christmas Tree Shops store "We look forward to introducing our unique brand, friendly service and extraordinary savings to customers in each of these new communities.' Ocean State Job Lot sells name brand and close-out merchandise at discount prices. The changing variety of items include household goods, apparel, pet supplies, seasonal products, kitchen pantry staples and gourmet and specialty food items. The retailer has a history of taking over storefronts vacated by troubled retailers. In Monmouth County, Ocean State Job Lot's store in Freehold Township is a former Toys R Us location. In Holmdel, it's now in a store formerly occupied by Stein Mart. Big Lots filed for bankruptcy protection last September and was ultimately sold to Gordon Brothers, the asset manager, which ran going-out-of-business sales. The company also has been transferring leases to other retailers interested in opening stores, which besides Ocean State Job Lot includes Ollie's Bargain Outlet. David P. Willis, an award-winning business writer, has covered business, retail, real estate and consumer news at the Asbury Park Press for 27 years. He writes What's Going There column and can be reached at dwillis@ Please sign up for his weekly newsletter and join his What's Going There page on Facebook for updates. This article originally appeared on Asbury Park Press: Ocean State Job Lot will open Barnegat store by summer 2025
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20-03-2025
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Ocean State Job Lot acquires 15 former Big Lots locations
NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) — Ocean State Job Lot announced Wednesday it is acquiring 15 former Big Lots stores in eight different states. The Rhode Island-based discount chain already has 159 locations in the Northeast, and the expansion will add two new states to its presence: Delaware and Maryland. Job Lot said it plans to open 22 new stores this year, including the 15 Big Lots locations. 'Expanding into new markets has long been part of our strategic plan, but like everything else we do, it needs to be done with value in mind,' principal owner and CEO Marc Perlman said in a press release. 'We look forward to introducing our unique brand, friendly service, and extraordinary savings to customers in each of these new communities.' The company, which is headquartered in North Kingstown, also said it will be hiring for up to 70 positions at each new store. Current Big Lots employees will be offered jobs. The new stores are expected to open by mid-summer 2025. Ocean State Job Lot has previously transformed former Christmas Tree Shops and Toys 'R' Us stores into new locations. Big Lots, another discount chain, filed for bankruptcy last September and began closing all of its stores. The company later reached a deal with Gordon Brothers Retail Partners to keep many of the locations open and transfer them to other retailers. Download the and apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch or with the new . Follow us on social media: Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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13-03-2025
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Ocean County getting its first Ocean State Job Lot store in this empty Big Lots spot
BARNEGAT -- Ocean State Job Lot plans to open its first store in Ocean County by taking over a closed Big Lots store on Route 9. A popular discounter, Ocean State Job Lot will become the new anchor tenant at Bayshore Plaza, leasing the 29,797-square-foot storefront, according to Levin Management, the shopping center's leasing and managing agent. In Monmouth County, Ocean State Job Lot has stores in Freehold Township and Holmdel. Big Lots filed for bankruptcy protection last September and was ultimately sold to Gordon Brothers, the asset manager, which ran going-out-of-business sales. The company also has been transferring leases to other retailers interesting in opening stores, including Ocean State Job Lot and Ollie's Bargain Outlet. What's Going There? New owner of The Shops at Brick plans new look and new stores Ocean State Job Lot has acquired 15 Big Lots leases in eight states, including Barnegat, Cape May and Somers Point, according to a recent LinkedIn post by Bill Read, executive vice president of Retail Specialist, who cited court documents. The company did not provide any specific information about the Barnegat store, but did say it was pursuing several Big Lots locations. "We have expressed interest in several Big Lots locations," Ocean State Job Lot said in a statement. "If everything goes as we hope, we expect to open in various former Big Lots locations in the late spring/early summer timeframe. We will provide more information about our plans as soon as we are able." Ocean State Job Lot sells name brand and close-out merchandise at discount prices. The changing variety of items include household goods, apparel, pet supplies, seasonal products, kitchen pantry staples and gourmet and specialty food items. What's Going There? First Hobby Lobby coming to Ocean County, replacing this Christmas Tree Shops store David P. Willis, an award-winning business writer, has covered business, retail, real estate and consumer news at the Asbury Park Press for 27 years. He writes What's Going There column and can be reached at dwillis@ Please sign up for his weekly newsletter and join his What's Going There page on Facebook for updates. This article originally appeared on Asbury Park Press: Ocean State Job Lot opening first Ocean County store in Barnegat
Yahoo
07-03-2025
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Ocean State Job Lot bringing back 'First Responder Deal Days'
CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – Ocean State Job Lot (OSJL) is bringing back its First Responder Deal Days, offering a special promotion to honor and thank first responders and public safety workers across the region. From March 13 through March 19, current and retired first responders who are registered Job Lot Insiders can receive 40% of their purchase price back on a 'Crazy Deal' gift card when they spend $20 or more in-store. Participants must show valid professional photo identification at checkout to qualify. Eligible professionals include: Certified first responders Law enforcement officers Firefighters EMTs Dispatchers Coast Guard members Doctors Nurses Correctional officers Personnel from emergency management and relief agencies A full list of qualifying professions and details about the promotion can be found on their website. 'First responders play an integral role in our communities,' said Curtis Corl, Chief Marketing Officer at Ocean State Job Lot. 'We gratefully rely on them for our safety and well-being, and are once again proud to support those who go above and beyond to keep all of us safe.' The promotion applies to almost all merchandise in OSJL's 159 stores across New England, New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. The offer cannot be combined with other discounts, coupons, or promotions, and it does not apply to Ship to Store purchases or previous transactions. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
