A Mall???

nan · 05-19-2005, 06:09 PM

Hello Everyone,

Someone told me there was going to be a mall with a Macy's across from the Shaws (where the old K Mart and Jackson star used to be) is this true?

Mee-n-Mac · 05-19-2005, 06:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nan

Hello Everyone,

Someone told me there was going to be a mall with a Macy's across from the Shaws (where the old K Mart and Jackson star used to be) is this true?

I hadn't heard that there was a Macy's planned. Last info was in the articles mentioned in these threads.

http://www.winnipesaukee.com/forums/...ead.php?t=1333
http://www.winnipesaukee.com/forums/...ead.php?t=1483

fatlazyless · 05-19-2005, 08:10 PM

Someone who works at a nearby store said that the Brooks' in the Meredith Rt 25 Plaza was not going to renew due to the high rent. That would make three empty retail stores where there had been a 30 year grocery store and 30 year retail specialty store. That seems odd. I wonder what's the plan. If I has my druthers, the four store vacant block would be sold to Wal-mart. But, this is all idle chit-chat. Who knows.........knot I. And it looks like the Trader Joe's grand opening has been delayed, forever or something. If the Brooks moved out, where could they go?

mcdude · 05-20-2005, 06:39 AM

Drove by the old Jackson Star and K-Mart last week-end and was amazed. Everything has been bulldozed, much more land has been cleared up back, and only the tiny little cinema and the bank remain. Wait until you see it!

fatlazyless · 05-20-2005, 07:56 AM

Is a Lowe's big box home & garden center planned for that spot in Gilford, from my recollection of an old thread in this forum? A Lowe's is planned for the exit 26, Tenny Mt Hgwy, cow-chow, corn field, across Rt 25 from the stop lights. I'll tell you, there is a big difference between the Home Depot in Somerville, Mass. and the Home Depot in Tilton, NH in terms of busy-ness and dizzy-ness.

jkjoshuatree · 05-21-2005, 08:07 AM

My girlfriend works in commercial real estate. Her company owns the strip mall in Gilford so she's pretty familiar with the area. I'll find out about the Lowe's and about the site of the old Jackson Star and get back to this post.

We joke that her career revolves around putting up retail stores wherever she can find a place for them. And I make it abundantly clear to "stay as far away from the lake as possible." She knows how I (and everyone at Winnipesaukee.com) feel and knows there are certain areas she should just walk away from.

She has my mind, body, and soul, but she's not getting my (our) lake too.

Paugus Bay Resident · 05-21-2005, 08:08 PM

The current plan is for Hannaford, Lowe's and Staples with the addition of a national chain like Chili's (hasn't been named yet). Lowe's will be around 170,000 SF and will probably have to wait until the cinema's lease is up.

Last I knew, the site plan was approved by the planning board (haven't heard of any changes with the exception of naming Staples), and it looks like everything is proceeding.

Citizen

Citizen

Rinkerfam · 05-21-2005, 09:44 PM

For years I thought that it would be great to see a West Marine store in that location. After visiting Sports and Marine Parafunalia today (and not for the first time either), I am happy that no such thing will likely ever happen. SMP gets my vote for selection and price (at least on the items I'm interested in

).

Mee-n-Mac · 05-23-2005, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Rinkerfam

For years I thought that it would be great to see a West Marine store in that location. After visiting Sports and Marine Parafunalia today (and not for the first time either), I am happy that no such thing will likely ever happen. SMP gets my vote for selection and price (at least on the items I'm interested in

).

For the most part I find their prices to be comparable or below the catalog prices of West Marine/BoatUS and no shipping or sales tax to boot

I picked up some docklines yesterday for $2 - $4 less than WM would have charged. I wonder if they still do a red dot sale ?

dpg · 05-23-2005, 10:58 AM

I doubt very much the area will see a Macy's any time soon. Their kind of middle/upper end clothes and things, just do not see the area supporting it. Believe me no offense intended, I like the area the way it is.

Paugus Bay Resident · 05-23-2005, 11:25 AM

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I doubt very much the area will see a Macy's any time soon. Their kind of middle/upper end clothes and things, just do not see the area supporting it.

Plus, there is a Peebles in the Belknap Mall which is similar (albiet on a smaller scale) to Macy's or Filene's.

Frank · 05-23-2005, 02:02 PM

What my wife would like to see there is a Starbucks!

mousecatcher · 05-24-2005, 08:03 AM

Let's see a Papa Gino's, they have great pizza and sandwiches.

Pam · 05-25-2005, 12:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fatlazyless

Someone who works at a nearby store said that the Brooks' in the Meredith Rt 25 Plaza was not going to renew due to the high rent. That would make three empty retail stores where there had been a 30 year grocery store and 30 year retail specialty store. That seems odd. I wonder what's the plan. If I has my druthers, the four store vacant block would be sold to Wal-mart. But, this is all idle chit-chat. Who knows.........knot I. And it looks like the Trader Joe's grand opening has been delayed, forever or something. If the Brooks moved out, where could they go?

Where was Trader Joe's planning to open???

arthurc · 12-16-2005, 06:17 PM

Ther's a new Lowe's about to open in Tilton below Walmart. Are we also going to still get Lowe's in the Gilford area?

Paugus Bay Resident · 12-16-2005, 09:15 PM

The cinema vacated their lease a few weeks ago. From what I recall, it was supposed to go through 2008. That's the spot where Lowe's is supposed to go. The last plan that was presented to the town included Lowe's. Based on the amount of soil they've been excavating (as we speak), I would assume it's still on. When is Lowe's in Tilton supposed to open? I haven't seen anything about in in the paper. HD could definitely use some competition, especially when it comes to lumber quality

phoenix · 12-16-2005, 11:09 PM

would be surprised to see two Lowe's 15 miles apart in a relatively low population area at least in the winter

Paugus Bay Resident · 12-17-2005, 12:18 AM

Actually, they'd cater to 2 different areas, so I really wouldn't be suprised. I think there's more than enough population draw, plus Tilton has easy access to 93.

SAMIAM · 12-17-2005, 08:47 AM

Frank,I second that vote for Starbucks.....my wife is addicted to their Chai tea.I had to buy an expresso machine to froth the milk and travel to Tilton or buy it on the internet. I wonder if there's a 12 step program to get people off of that stuff.I'm affraid if we run out of it she might rob a 711 or do something crazy.

codeman671 · 12-17-2005, 09:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rinkerfam

For years I thought that it would be great to see a West Marine store in that location. After visiting Sports and Marine Parafunalia today (and not for the first time either), I am happy that no such thing will likely ever happen. SMP gets my vote for selection and price (at least on the items I'm interested in

).

West Marine/Boat/US are actively looking at two spots in the lakes region, one to be a free-standing store and the other to be tied in with a marina. I have an inside scoop on this from a relative who is a long-time employee of the company. I am all for it!

Paugus Bay Resident · 12-17-2005, 09:55 AM

A Starbucks recently opened up in the Tilton Outlet Mall

trfour · 12-17-2005, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by phoenix

would be surprised to see two Lowe's 15 miles apart in a relatively low population area at least in the winter

Lowe's knows,

Snapshot:

2004 Sales: $36.5 billion

Employees: more than 175,000

Stores: 1,125

The Lakes Region is large, and growing every day!

Pepper · 12-17-2005, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Paugus Bay Resident

A Starbucks recently opened up in the Tilton Outlet Mall

I enjoyed a Pumpkin Latte there a few weeks ago while doing some holiday shopping with the family.

Went back two days later just to have another one!

MMMmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm!

Samiam - I can relate to your wife's addiction!

I'm a coffee girl, though, and heaven help us if we run out of beans for the cuisinart coffee-maker!

Keep back 500 Feet until I've had my coffee in the morning.

gravy boat · 12-17-2005, 07:44 PM

A Home Depot in each Tilton and Concord; a new Lowe's about to open in Tilton. Forgive me for asking, but why open another Lowe's, as Phoenix asked, so close to another? While it may be more convenient for those in Meredith, Alton, Gilford and Laconia -- everyone else is probably closer to Tilton or Concord. Folks from the northern side of the lake can just as easily travel to Tilton as to Gilford.

But then again, my husband and I live in Gilford and buy all groceries at Market Basket in Tilton -- we refuse to shop at Shaw's or Hannaford in Gilford unless an emergency...the prices in off-season are high enough, but in the summer the prices are ridiculously high. The prices are MUCH less at MB year-round and quite worth the extra 10 miles each way.

Gravy

WakeUp · 12-18-2005, 07:09 AM

I think a 170,000 sq ft. Victoria's Secret is the way to go!

phoenix · 12-18-2005, 11:20 AM

agree on Market basket. Prices are much better

Lin · 12-18-2005, 03:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by codeman671

West Marine/Boat/US are actively looking at two spots in the lakes region, one to be a free-standing store and the other to be tied in with a marina. I have an inside scoop on this from a relative who is a long-time employee of the company. I am all for it!

I wouldn't doubt that more large sports/marine/Outdoor stores start looking into the New England market. It was announced earlier this month that Bass Pro will be building their first New England store in Foxboro somewhere near the staduim.

BroadHopper · 12-19-2005, 09:01 AM

170,000 sq ft.??????

If all the women of Winnipesaukee were to wear Victoria Secret line of clothing. The whole lake will become a no wake zone. Everyone will be put putting along the shores taking in the eye candy. Maybe that will solve all our problems!!!!

We have to make sure the store carrys the Winnipesaukee line of clothing...........

phoenix · 01-28-2006, 03:39 PM

Is contruction under way and will anything be open this summer

BlackCatIslander · 01-28-2006, 04:44 PM

Do we know what stores will be there? Earlier there was mention of a Lowe's and Staples. Is there anything in the newspapers about the names of the tenants?

Paugus Bay Resident · 01-29-2006, 10:33 AM

Nothing new, except that the cinema ended it's lease early. The cinema site is where Lowe's is planned to go. Excavation continues. It's difficult to drive around Gilford without getting stuck behind a dump truck. Hannaford, Lowes and Staples are the only stores that have been anounced.

05-19-2005, 06:09 PM	#1
nan Junior Member Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 1 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	A Mall??? Hello Everyone, Someone told me there was going to be a mall with a Macy's across from the Shaws (where the old K Mart and Jackson star used to be) is this true?

05-19-2005, 08:10 PM	#3
fatlazyless Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 8,746 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 300 Thanked 1,007 Times in 735 Posts	vacant Meredith retail stores Someone who works at a nearby store said that the Brooks' in the Meredith Rt 25 Plaza was not going to renew due to the high rent. That would make three empty retail stores where there had been a 30 year grocery store and 30 year retail specialty store. That seems odd. I wonder what's the plan. If I has my druthers, the four store vacant block would be sold to Wal-mart. But, this is all idle chit-chat. Who knows.........knot I. And it looks like the Trader Joe's grand opening has been delayed, forever or something. If the Brooks moved out, where could they go?

05-20-2005, 06:39 AM	#4
mcdude Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Rock Haven Lake - West Newfield, ME Posts: 5,367 Thanks: 374 Thanked 1,057 Times in 495 Posts	You can't stop progress.... Drove by the old Jackson Star and K-Mart last week-end and was amazed. Everything has been bulldozed, much more land has been cleared up back, and only the tiny little cinema and the bank remain. Wait until you see it!

05-20-2005, 07:56 AM	#5
fatlazyless Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 8,746 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 300 Thanked 1,007 Times in 735 Posts	Lowe's ??? Is a Lowe's big box home & garden center planned for that spot in Gilford, from my recollection of an old thread in this forum? A Lowe's is planned for the exit 26, Tenny Mt Hgwy, cow-chow, corn field, across Rt 25 from the stop lights. I'll tell you, there is a big difference between the Home Depot in Somerville, Mass. and the Home Depot in Tilton, NH in terms of busy-ness and dizzy-ness.

05-21-2005, 08:07 AM	#6
jkjoshuatree Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Bear Island Posts: 642 Thanks: 349 Thanked 145 Times in 77 Posts	I Can Probably Find Out... My girlfriend works in commercial real estate. Her company owns the strip mall in Gilford so she's pretty familiar with the area. I'll find out about the Lowe's and about the site of the old Jackson Star and get back to this post. We joke that her career revolves around putting up retail stores wherever she can find a place for them. And I make it abundantly clear to "stay as far away from the lake as possible." She knows how I (and everyone at Winnipesaukee.com) feel and knows there are certain areas she should just walk away from. She has my mind, body, and soul, but she's not getting my (our) lake too. __________________ Dream out loud.

05-21-2005, 08:08 PM	#7
Paugus Bay Resident Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Gilmanton, NH Posts: 754 Thanks: 136 Thanked 93 Times in 51 Posts	The current plan is for Hannaford, Lowe's and Staples with the addition of a national chain like Chili's (hasn't been named yet). Lowe's will be around 170,000 SF and will probably have to wait until the cinema's lease is up. Last I knew, the site plan was approved by the planning board (haven't heard of any changes with the exception of naming Staples), and it looks like everything is proceeding. Citizen Citizen Last edited by Paugus Bay Resident; 05-21-2005 at 08:16 PM.

05-21-2005, 09:44 PM	#8
Rinkerfam Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 268 Thanks: 0 Thanked 14 Times in 8 Posts	For years I thought that it would be great to see a West Marine store in that location. After visiting Sports and Marine Parafunalia today (and not for the first time either), I am happy that no such thing will likely ever happen. SMP gets my vote for selection and price (at least on the items I'm interested in ). __________________ Education is hanging around 'til you've caught on - Frost

05-23-2005, 10:58 AM	#10
dpg Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 2,591 Thanks: 150 Thanked 229 Times in 166 Posts	I doubt very much the area will see a Macy's any time soon. Their kind of middle/upper end clothes and things, just do not see the area supporting it. Believe me no offense intended, I like the area the way it is.

05-23-2005, 02:02 PM	#12
Frank Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 54 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	What my wife would like to see there is a Starbucks!

05-24-2005, 08:03 AM	#13
mousecatcher Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 10 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I want to see a Papa Gino's Let's see a Papa Gino's, they have great pizza and sandwiches.

12-16-2005, 06:17 PM	#15
arthurc Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 82 Thanks: 3 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Lowe's Ther's a new Lowe's about to open in Tilton below Walmart. Are we also going to still get Lowe's in the Gilford area?

12-16-2005, 09:15 PM	#16
Paugus Bay Resident Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Gilmanton, NH Posts: 754 Thanks: 136 Thanked 93 Times in 51 Posts	The cinema vacated their lease a few weeks ago. From what I recall, it was supposed to go through 2008. That's the spot where Lowe's is supposed to go. The last plan that was presented to the town included Lowe's. Based on the amount of soil they've been excavating (as we speak), I would assume it's still on. When is Lowe's in Tilton supposed to open? I haven't seen anything about in in the paper. HD could definitely use some competition, especially when it comes to lumber quality

12-16-2005, 11:09 PM	#17
phoenix Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: phoenix and moultonboro Posts: 1,551 Thanks: 60 Thanked 275 Times in 193 Posts	would be surprised to see two Lowe's 15 miles apart in a relatively low population area at least in the winter __________________ it's tough to make predictions specially about the future

12-17-2005, 12:18 AM	#18
Paugus Bay Resident Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Gilmanton, NH Posts: 754 Thanks: 136 Thanked 93 Times in 51 Posts	Actually, they'd cater to 2 different areas, so I really wouldn't be suprised. I think there's more than enough population draw, plus Tilton has easy access to 93.

12-17-2005, 08:47 AM	#19
SAMIAM Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 2,893 Thanks: 334 Thanked 1,675 Times in 585 Posts	Frank,I second that vote for Starbucks.....my wife is addicted to their Chai tea.I had to buy an expresso machine to froth the milk and travel to Tilton or buy it on the internet. I wonder if there's a 12 step program to get people off of that stuff.I'm affraid if we run out of it she might rob a 711 or do something crazy.

12-17-2005, 09:55 AM	#21
Paugus Bay Resident Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Gilmanton, NH Posts: 754 Thanks: 136 Thanked 93 Times in 51 Posts	A Starbucks recently opened up in the Tilton Outlet Mall

12-17-2005, 07:44 PM	#24
gravy boat Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Gilford year round, West Alton summers Posts: 589 Thanks: 596 Thanked 200 Times in 100 Posts	I agree with Phoenix.... A Home Depot in each Tilton and Concord; a new Lowe's about to open in Tilton. Forgive me for asking, but why open another Lowe's, as Phoenix asked, so close to another? While it may be more convenient for those in Meredith, Alton, Gilford and Laconia -- everyone else is probably closer to Tilton or Concord. Folks from the northern side of the lake can just as easily travel to Tilton as to Gilford. But then again, my husband and I live in Gilford and buy all groceries at Market Basket in Tilton -- we refuse to shop at Shaw's or Hannaford in Gilford unless an emergency...the prices in off-season are high enough, but in the summer the prices are ridiculously high. The prices are MUCH less at MB year-round and quite worth the extra 10 miles each way. Gravy

12-18-2005, 07:09 AM	#25
WakeUp Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 83 Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	What we REALLY need.... I think a 170,000 sq ft. Victoria's Secret is the way to go!

12-18-2005, 11:20 AM	#26
phoenix Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: phoenix and moultonboro Posts: 1,551 Thanks: 60 Thanked 275 Times in 193 Posts	agree on Market basket. Prices are much better __________________ it's tough to make predictions specially about the future

12-19-2005, 09:01 AM	#28
BroadHopper Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Laconia NH Posts: 5,572 Thanks: 3,209 Thanked 1,101 Times in 793 Posts	Victoria Secret! 170,000 sq ft.?????? If all the women of Winnipesaukee were to wear Victoria Secret line of clothing. The whole lake will become a no wake zone. Everyone will be put putting along the shores taking in the eye candy. Maybe that will solve all our problems!!!! We have to make sure the store carrys the Winnipesaukee line of clothing........... __________________ Someday may never be an actual day.

01-28-2006, 03:39 PM	#29
phoenix Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: phoenix and moultonboro Posts: 1,551 Thanks: 60 Thanked 275 Times in 193 Posts	Is contruction under way and will anything be open this summer __________________ it's tough to make predictions specially about the future

01-28-2006, 04:44 PM	#30
BlackCatIslander Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 201 Thanks: 52 Thanked 17 Times in 11 Posts	A Mall??? Do we know what stores will be there? Earlier there was mention of a Lowe's and Staples. Is there anything in the newspapers about the names of the tenants?

01-29-2006, 10:33 AM	#31
Paugus Bay Resident Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Gilmanton, NH Posts: 754 Thanks: 136 Thanked 93 Times in 51 Posts	Nothing new, except that the cinema ended it's lease early. The cinema site is where Lowe's is planned to go. Excavation continues. It's difficult to drive around Gilford without getting stuck behind a dump truck. Hannaford, Lowes and Staples are the only stores that have been anounced.