Wawa Renovated Ventnor Store Set to Reopen Oct. 14
Wawa will reopen its renovated Ventnor, NJ store on Oct. 14, 2026 after completing renovations that followed a coffee supply drought. The location serves as a coffee spot for visitors near Wildwood.
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Walmart Cuts Robot Vacuum-Mop Price to $85
Walmart is selling a robot vacuum and mop for $85 across the U.S., including New Jersey, to draw shoppers in September 2026.
Bed Bath & Beyond Canada Relaunches Online, Plans First Store in 2027
Bed Bath & Beyond Canada has restarted its Canadian online store and aims to open its first physical location in Toronto in 2027, marking a revival of the dormant brand under new ownership.
Madewell Opens Denim‑Focused Store at Stuyvesant Plaza
Madewell will open a denim‑focused store in Stuyvesant Plaza near Saratoga Springs in 2026, expanding retail options for the Capital Region.
Boston Board Approves Starbucks License Amid 250 Store Closures
Boston’s Licensing Board approved a new Starbucks license at the InterContinental Hotel while the company announced the closure of 250 stores, including a Boston site. The closures come after 627 store shut‑downs the prior year as Starbucks trims its North American and European presence.
Starbucks closes 250 North American stores, Seattle sites gain new tenants
Starbucks is shutting 250 North American stores, with several former Seattle sites now occupied by new local businesses.
Women’s Clothing Chain to Shut 120 Stores
The women’s clothing chain will close 120 stores, including locations in New Jersey, after reporting a 3.7% decline in same‑store sales, as part of a broader retail restructuring effort.
Starbucks to Close 250 Stores, Including Texas Locations
Starbucks will close 250 stores nationwide, including several in Texas, during the week of September 25, 2026, as part of a broader effort to reduce its retail footprint.
Uncharted Boutique Opens First Capital Region Store
Uncharted will open its first Capital Region boutique at Northway Shopping Center in Colonie on Oct. 17, 2026, offering a rotating mix of fashion, accessories and beauty items, expanding local retail options.
Uncharted Boutique Opens First Capital Region Store in Colonie
Uncharted boutique will open its first Capital Region store at Northway Shopping Center in Colonie on October 17, 2026, expanding retail options in the area.
Jersey Freeze Plans New Hamilton Ice‑Cream Shop for 2027
Jersey Freeze will open a new ice‑cream shop in Hamilton, New Jersey, in early 2027, extending its regional presence and offering residents additional dessert options.
Whole Foods to Anchor New 25‑Acre Retail District
A 25‑acre retail district anchored by Whole Foods, offering over 200,000 square feet of retail and restaurant space, is planned for a north Houston suburb, marking a major mixed‑use development in the area.
Montgomery County Malls Ban Unaccompanied Minors
Two Montgomery County malls have instituted a rule requiring minors to be accompanied by an adult, aiming to reduce the presence of unaccompanied youth in the shopping centers.
Target Introduces Reusable Bags at Chicago Stores
Target started using reusable bags for in‑store and drive‑up purchases at Chicago stores on September 14, 2026 as part of a limited‑time marketing activation being tested in select U.S. markets.
Walmart Launches Week‑Long Deals Sale to Challenge Amazon
Walmart announced a nationwide, seven‑day Deals & More sale, including New Jersey stores, aimed at attracting shoppers and competing with Amazon’s Prime promotions.
NJ Stores Adopt Phone and Watch Payments
Walmart and other major retailers across New Jersey started accepting smartphone and smartwatch payments in September 2026, aiming to speed up checkout and simplify the shopping experience.
Neshaminy Mall Set for Fall 2026 Closure and Demolition
The Bensalem Township mayor announced that Neshaminy Mall will close and be demolished in fall 2026, ending its long‑standing role as a regional shopping hub in the Philadelphia suburbs.
New Retail Corridor Brings Jersey Mike’s, Dave’s Hot Chicken, Ross
Retail developers are adding Jersey Mike’s, Dave’s Hot Chicken and Ross to a fast‑growing New Jersey corridor, expanding dining and shopping options as construction progresses toward imminent openings.
Ocean County Retailer Approved for Grocery Expansion
A major Ocean County retailer received approval on August 30, 2026 to expand its grocery section and add a dedicated online order pickup and delivery area, offering more shopping options for Wildwood residents and tourists.
Nordstrom to Close Lombard Store, Cut 101 Jobs
Nordstrom will close its Last Chance store at Yorktown Center in Lombard, Illinois, on September 1, 2026, resulting in the layoff of 101 employees as detailed in a WARN Act notice.
