Boscov’s will open its newest department store this fall at Meadowbrook Mall in Bridgeport, W.Va., hiring more than 250 workers. It will be the company’s 50th location and first in West Virginia.
The announcement was made recently at the mall’s Center Court by Anthony Cafaro, Jr., co-president of the mall’s parent company, who said Boscov’s is the biggest and best new retailer to enter the mall.
Jim Boscov, the third-generation company CEO, gave an overview of the store, and shared the chain’s background, beginning with his grandfather immigrating from Russia to Reading, Pa. in 1914.
“He worked as a peddler with merchandise he had from family who owned a dry goods store. He established a two-week route around area farms, and he developed a reputation of being honorable and fair-priced,” Boscov said. “The principals that served him well are the same principals that guarantee our success today.”
Boscov also said knowing the community’s needs is a must and that the store will partner with local charities in their support.
The store – which will occupy 150,000 square feet at the former Sears space and neighboring storefronts – has a wide variety of inventory. Included is clothing for the entire family, shoes and purses, jewelry, cosmetics, bed and bath items, furniture, home goods, toys and even a candy counter.
Year-round, Boscov’s is actively involved with local nonprofit organizations. Last year, these efforts resulted in over $2.5 million raised for the communities it serves. It is important that fundraising efforts remain within those communities.