Time will tell
I have not had the opportunity to visit the new Hannafords. This store is certainly much smaller in outside dimensions than the standard operation such as in Gilford. What I have heard so far is the Meredith store has jacked up their prices higher than the Gilford store. When I hear about the crowded isles because the store manager choices to fill the aisle ways with junk displays that should be on a shelf. There is certainly a safety issue and the first lawsuit with be a fall in the aisle with the attorneys pointing out the reduced aisle space and store liability for placing objects in the path.
If this store operation thinks they can take advantage of the local community by having higher prices than their Gilford store but cheaper than Jackson's they are sure to lose. With current gas prices, one can drive the extra 20 minutes to Exit 20 and save over a dollar on single items. A major shopping spree will more than pay for the gas to travel the extra 40 minutes.
It is sad to think Jackson's had taken advantage of the locals for so many years by gouging and now Hannafords comes to town with the same philosphy. Wait until Demoulas or Market Basket by Jackson Star site and give Meredith Hannafords some new competition. People should speak up the the Meredith manager and express opinions and let them know how the locals feel. Their success and failure is solely based on local shoppers.
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