Tag: West Virginia

Major Renovation, Major Addition for Grand Central Mall

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

March 18, 2026

 

 

 

Contacts:

 

Joe Bell                                                                          Ava Huebner

Director of Corporate Communications                Marketing Director

Cafaro Company                                                         Grand Central Mall

jbell@cafarocompany.com                                      marketingdirector@grandcentralmall.com

330-743-7688                                                             304-485-4464 x 102

724-730-4532 (Mobile)

 

New Look, New Attractions at

 Grand Central Mall

 

If you like the mall now, you’re going to love what’s on the way. A major renovation is about to commence at Grand Central Mall in Vienna, West Virginia.  It is designed to introduce a fresh, modern look and make the mall more comfortable and functional for its visitors and merchants.  The multi-million dollar project will include new flooring, roofing, wall finishes, restrooms and more.  New, energy-efficient lighting will make the concourses brighter and more appealing.  Customer amenities will include attractive new seating, furniture and other interior décor.  The mall entrances will be reconstructed.  A significant portion of the mall’s parking areas will be repaved and made vastly brighter with new light fixtures.  The entire project will be completed in time for Santa’s arrival in November, 2026.

“This is just part of our commitment to residents of the Mid-Ohio Valley region.” said Cafaro Company Co-President Anthony Cafaro, Jr. (Cafaro Company is the mall’s parent firm.) “When we purchased Grand Central Mall last year, we were incredibly impressed by its vibrant lineup of retailers and strong reputation in a trade area that spans two states.  We are determined to make this wonderful shopping center even better.”

Chad Emrick, Mayor of the City of Vienna, said “The City of Vienna is extremely excited to see the renovations and new opportunities the Cafaro Company has brought to our community, we look forward to doing great things in the future.”

The General Contractor for the renovation will be Phoenix Associates, based in Parkersburg, West Virginia.  Additionally, many subcontractors and tradespeople from the surrounding region are expected to participate in the work, ensuring that the economic benefits of this multi-million dollar project will directly benefit citizens of the Mid-Ohio Valley.  “I’m proud to be part of the Cafaro team, and very excited about the project.” said Phoenix President Tim Coffman.  “This will definitely revitalize the Grand Central Mall!

As the renovation unfolds, an exciting new business will innovate the traditional shopping experience at Grand Central Mall. The Hive Entertainment Zone is currently under construction inside the former Goody’s store space.  This 20,000 square foot entertainment center, located strategically between the Food Court and Regal Cinema, will feature sports courts to accommodate basketball and dodgeball, an oversized soft play park for children, inflatables, a full arcade, a new industry leading rope land course, and more.  While children are enjoying thrilling activities, parents can relax and see all the action from the Honeycomb Café, which will serve up tasty snacks, pizza and a variety of drinks.  The Hive offers premier, high-quality technology that places the safety of customers as its highest priority.  In addition to an interior mall entrance, The Hive will have exterior doors to access later-evening events. It is scheduled to welcome its first customers in November of this year

In addition to The Hive, discussions are underway with several retailers and other businesses potentially interested in opening locations at Grand Central Mall.

Since 1972, Grand Central Mall has been serving the Vienna/Parkersburg area, as well as Marietta, Ohio and the surrounding region.  It is located at 100 Grand Central Mall Avenue in the City of Vienna, West Virginia.  The mall complex encompasses nearly 1 million square feet of space.  It is the only major shopping destination within a 70+ mile radius. The property offers a dynamic mix of more than 65 retailers, restaurants and other businesses.  For more information on stores, hours and mall events, consult the website: www.grandcentralmall.com.

Grand Central Mall is part of the Cafaro family of companies. Cafaro, based in Niles, Ohio, is one of the nation’s largest privately held shopping center developers. Founded by the late William M. Cafaro in 1949, the firm is now in its eighth decade and third generation as a family owned and managed business. Over the years, Cafaro-affiliated companies have developed, owned and managed more than 50 million square feet of commercial real estate in 14 states. For more information about Cafaro, visit online at www.cafarocompany.com.

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Boscov’s kicks off Grand Opening for first store in West Virginia

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Boscov’s kicks off West Virginia grand opening celebration with Charity Day shopping as thousands flock to see new store in Bridgeport’s Meadowbrook Mall

  • by Charles Young SENIOR STAFF WRITER THE EXPONENT TELEGRAM

 

BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. (WV News) — The line to get into the Boscov’s location at Meadowbrook Mall on Thursday stretched down the sidewalk in both directions, filled with hundreds of shoppers eagerly waiting to be among the first inside the area’s newest department store.

Each of those in attendance paid $5 for a shopping pass that allowed them to participate in the store’s Charity Day. All the proceeds from the sale of the passes will benefit 175 local nonprofits.

“I’m absolutely thrilled,” said Jim Boscov, chairman and CEO of Boscov’s. “Certainly, it’s great to have a store full of people, but this is Charity Day. These are people who donated $5 to their favorite charity.”

Boscov had a very busy morning, which included greeting customers as they lined up outside and making periodic announcements over the store’s intercom system.

“People who have never seen us before are saying, ‘Wow, you guys really have everything.’ It’s a big store,” he said. “As busy as we are, we have about 220 co-workers that we’ve hired right from the area, plus we have another 150 that we’ve asked to come down from our other stores to help out. We’ve got lots of people to offer service.”

Wendy Imperial, a Bridgeport resident, said she’s been anticipating the opening of Boscov’s for several months.

“I walk every morning up here at the mall, so I’ve been watching the progress of stores moving and then this being built. I’m just thrilled that the day is finally here,” she said.

Imperial said she’s glad the mall was able to secure another anchor retailer after years of seeing stores move or relocate.

“So many times you see malls that are becoming obsolete. It’s so sad to see that square footage get emptied,” she said. “This is going to be an absolute boost in the arm of our community. All of the surrounding retailers are going to benefit from it. And we’re just thrilled that they chose this mall to come to and open a new store.”

Imperial used Boscov’s Charity Day to get a jump on her holiday shopping.

“I looked for some of the ‘door buster’ deals — I got some flashlights that I was looking for and then saw these that were on sale,” she said, holding up a decorative throw blanket. “I’m heading to women’s clothes to look at some things there that I’ve seen through the window as I’ve been walking.”

Harley Jeffries, a Bridgeport resident, said he’d also heard a lot about the Boscov’s opening.

“We’d been hearing about it for a while. It’s been underway and under construction. We’re always anxious — we’re a bunch of lookie-loos — to come see what’s what and what’s going on with the store and what all they have,” Jeffries said.

Thursday’s events kicked off Boscov’s Three-Day Grand Opening Celebration.

Friday will be Family Fun Day, featuring free family activities and entertainment. It will be the first opportunity for members of the public who didn’t purchase a Charity Day pass to shop in the store.

On Saturday, starting at 9:30 a.m., the Bridgeport High School marching band will kick off a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Brad Riffee, executive director of the United Way of Harrison and Doddridge Counties, and representatives of United Way member agencies will cut a special ribbon made of $100 bills for the agencies, plus a $1,000 bill for the United Way itself.

Saturday shoppers also can take in performances by Elvis Aaron Presley Jr., and Jason Lindsey, aka “Mr. Science.”

Senior Staff Writer Charles Young can be reached at 304-626-1447 or cyoung@theet.com

 

Boscov’s arrives in West Virginia

Posted on | by Joe Bell

 

 

NEWS ADVISORY:

September 28, 2023

Contacts:

 

Joe Bell                                                                        Melissa Antrim

Director of Corporate Communications                            Executive Assistant to Jim Boscov,

Cafaro Company                                                           Chairman & CEO

jbell@cafarocompany.com                                            mantrim@boscovs.com

330-747-2661  ext. 771                                                  610-370-3940

724-730-4532 (Mobile)

 

 

Boscov’s Grand Opening Celebration at Meadowbrook Mall

 

To celebrate its 50th store, and first location in West Virginia, Boscov’s will host a Three-Day Grand Opening Celebration full of unbelievable Grand Opening specials, entertainment, over $30,000 worth of register to win prizes, a fireworks celebration, free gifts and much more!  “We’ve created an unforgettable Grand Opening Celebration for the communities of North Central West Virginia”, said Jim Boscov, Chairman and CEO of Boscov’s. “You can expect exciting retailing that combines fun, fashion, community support, entertainment and service with jaw dropping pricing on a tremendous assortment of products throughout the store.”

The Boscov’s Three-Day Grand Opening Celebration will occur on:

  1. Thursday, October 5, 2023: Charity Day – Shop for a Cause
    • Make a $5 donation to your favorite participating non-profit and you’ll be the first to see the new Boscov’s, shop all the Grand Opening specials and receive a Free Umbrella ($19.99 value)!
    • Register to win 1 of 20 $250 Boscov’s Gift Cards reserved exclusively for Charity Day customers.
    • Be one of the first 1,000 Candy Department customers and enjoy a free Godiva Chocolate Bar
    • FREE music, entertainment and activities for the entire family.

 

  1. Friday, October 6, 2023: Family Day – Something for Everyone
    • Boscov’s is officially open to the public! Be one of the first to shop all of our Grand Opening specials.
    • Enjoy a day filled with fabulous FREE entertainment for the entire family, with music and activities for kids, including balloon artistry, face painting and a caricature artist.

 

  1. Saturday, October 7, 2023: Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony and Fireworks
    • At 9:30 am, come watch a parade of cars, local dignitaries and the 85-member Bridgeport High School marching band kick-off our ribbon-cutting ceremony. Brad Riffee, President of Harrison and Doddridge United Way, and United Way member agencies will snip a special ribbon made of $100 bills for their organizations plus a $1,000 bill for the United Way, symbolizing Boscov’s ongoing commitment to local charities.
    • Visit the Candy department and receive a FREE Asher’s chocolate covered pretzel in celebration of National Chocolate Covered Pretzel Day, while supplies last.
    • Throughout the day, discover the best brands and selection at incredible prices while enjoying FREE staged performances by Elvis Aaron Presley Jr. and Jason Lindsey, aka “Mr. Science”.
    • At 9:00 pm, enjoy a spectacular Grand Opening Fireworks display at the mall. Tune into 97.9 WKKW, 102 WVAQ or Sky 106.5 to hear synchronized music to the firework show. Park anywhere at the mall complex for a great view.

On Saturday, October 14th, enjoy the unique opportunity to meet and hear from Clarksburg’s own Chris and Donnie Davisson, lead guitarist and vocalist for the Davisson Brothers band. Additional entertainment events will continue as outlined on the attached a schedule of events.

Based in Reading, PA, Boscov’s operates 49 stores in Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Ohio. It is the nation’s largest family owned department store chain. Boscov’s is now celebrating its 109th year as a full-line, full-service department store and is known as much for making shopping fun as it is for offering the best brands at the best prices with incredible service. Boscov’s offers many customer-friendly services, such as a year-round military discount, a gift registry for every occasion, a hassle free return policy and free curbside pickup (beginning 10/22 at the new Boscov’s Bridgeport, WV location after the conclusion of Grand Opening festivities). To learn more, visit www.boscovs.com

The Meadowbrook Mall Complex is located on Interstate 79, Exit 121, in Bridgeport, West Virginia.  It has been serving the people of north-central West Virginia since 1982.  To learn more, visit www.meadowbrookmall.com .  Meadowbrook Mall is owned and managed in association with Cafaro-affiliated companies, based in Niles, Ohio.  One of the nation’s largest privately held shopping center developers, the Cafaro organization has developed more than 30 million square feet of commercial real estate in 14 states.   For more information on the Cafaro organization, log onto www.cafarocompany.com.