The Official Saint John, NB Project Thread

[UptownJeff]

Originally Posted by Ire Narissis

I don't think there's an issue with speculating who may be moving in where.

The problem with rumours begins when they involve present developments, especially when they are unsubstantiated negative rumours as Mr. Rocca pointed out.

My advice, for what it's worth, is to be careful when you're posting hearsay about projects that are already on the go or confirmed to be happening. I don't think investor confidence is jeopardized by talking about where Swiss Chalet or Princess Auto or Boston Pizza might build their next location--just don't misrepresent speculation as fact.

Just my two cents.

Completely agree - personal attacks/rumours have no place on this forum.

[UptownJeff]

I was speaking to reps from NB Liquor last year and they said they were actively looking for a new Uptown location - has anyone heard anything on this? Would be nice to see something repoen on King or in the mall.

Would also love to see a grocery store Uptown too...maybe with all of the new development happening this will be in the cards

[Wolkenkratzerliebhab]

Merriam Online Dictionary

Definition of a RUMOR:

1: talk or opinion widely disseminated with no discernible source

2: a statement or report current without known authority for its truth

3: archaic : talk or report of a notable person or event

4: a soft low indistinct sound : murmur

There is NOTHING wrong with a rumor of and by itself; it's only when people carelessly slander others with a rumor and all without any proof that it's wrong. Saying negative things that could damage a person's reputation or business, without proof, is one thing, but simply repeating an unproven idea or statement is another thing.

If I stated that I heard that someone in these forums really loved pizza, it might be just a rumor but it's not necessarily evil even if I'm wrong and they don't like pizza. Loving or hating pizza is neither wrong nor is it right. However, if, on the other hand, I say that I heard a rumor that the same person in question loves to take illegal drugs, or engage in illegal porn, etc., that is totally wrong and would be subject to the laws of the land. Of course, if you could prove that was all true then it wouldn't be a rumor but a fact. Like anything, a rumor can be innocent or far from it; a rumor can be good or it can be bad, but let's don't go around trying to curb free speech based on the fact that some rumors are wrong. In other words: don't throw the baby out with the bath water.

[JHikka]

Originally Posted by UptownJeff

I was speaking to reps from NB Liquor last year and they said they were actively looking for a new Uptown location - has anyone heard anything on this? Would be nice to see something repoen on King or in the mall.

I heard something along these lines probably a year ago. Their location at Prince Edward seems to do alright.

[kwajo]

That was their official word a few years ago when they closed the King Street location, they said that the plan was to close both existing stores and open a single larger location (kind of like the Parkway Mall one), but they haven't been able to find a location yet that meets their supposed loading requirements. Hopefully they'll work something out before too long, the Prince Edward Square location has a horrid selection.

[WilJai]

Originally Posted by Whaler

Plaza Corp purchased the Co-op building. This is confirmed.
There is speculation that Princess Auto will take a section of the strip mall that will be built on this property.

No word on the AQ property but there are rumours.
I hear also that the Simpson building across the street (also owners of the AQ) have sold. This is not confirmed.

Boston Pizza is rumoured for the old optical lot beside Lawton's.
Swiss Chalet is rumoured to be taking the Block buster building in the mall parking lot.
Also, Walmart will expand the Zellers location and take the present MacDonalds location. Haven't heard where MacDonalds will move to if this is true?

Could McDonalds maybe be one of the "rumoured" fast food places to move in front of Lawtons? I couldnt see them not haveing a drive thru on the west side..

[Whaler]

Originally Posted by kwajo

That was their official word a few years ago when they closed the King Street location, they said that the plan was to close both existing stores and open a single larger location (kind of like the Parkway Mall one), but they haven't been able to find a location yet that meets their supposed loading requirements. Hopefully they'll work something out before too long, the Prince Edward Square location has a horrid selection.

NBLCC was to be in the new development on the Coast Guard site. As you know this has been canceled.

[kwajo]

Not that it's relevant anymore, but I thought that they hadn't finalized the Coast Guard as the new store's site.

[philster]

FYI, Sold sign is now up on the Former CO-OP West Location.

Also, drove by the Bulk Barn on McAllister Drive today and the sign by the road says "Moving Sale"....Coming Soon Atlantic Canada's Largest Bulk Barn...
Not sure where they are moving to, my guess would be the Former Blockbuster location, however would that be large enough to be called Atlantic Canada's Largest Bulk Barn?

[phishy]

Originally Posted by philster

FYI, Sold sign is now up on the Former CO-OP West Location.

Also, drove by the Bulk Barn on McAllister Drive today and the sign by the road says "Moving Sale"....Coming Soon Atlantic Canada's Largest Bulk Barn...
Not sure where they are moving to, my guess would be the Former Blockbuster location, however would that be large enough to be called Atlantic Canada's Largest Bulk Barn?

I was in there on the weekend and one of the workers confirmed they are moving to the Blockbuster location just a few doors away. It will be much bigger, that's for sure.

[philster]

It's good to hear that the former blockbuster spot didn' stay empty for too long. I was always wondering what chain would take a spot that large. Now that Bulk Barn has, it will open the door for another store to take the current Bulk Barn Spot

Now we just gotta get the West Side Blockbuster Location filled or Demolished

[Whaler]

Originally Posted by philster

It's good to hear that the former blockbuster spot didn' stay empty for too long. I was always wondering what chain would take a spot that large. Now that Bulk Barn has, it will open the door for another store to take the current Bulk Barn Spot

Now we just gotta get the West Side Blockbuster Location filled or Demolished

Swiss Chalet is the storey!

[RR Drummer]

Not sure if anyone noticed but looks like Benjamin Moore is adding another store in East Saint John. They are opening next week in the plaza where Michaels Arts and Crafts is. They are opening up in the spot where the Baptist Bookroom was. They were planning on adding a store in East Saint John closer to the main retail area for quite a few years now. A much more convenient location for sure. Also looks like the Bulk Barn is coming along with renos as they move into the old Blockbuster, kind of hard to miss the bright yellow paint especially when driving by at night. Anyone know who might move in the old Bulk Barn?

[cdnguys]

I also noticed a new Adult Boutique on Thorne Ave across from Chandler,s

[Fischbob]

Our very own City Market is in the running for the CIP's Great Places in Canada contest. I encourage you all to vote for it!

http://www.cip-icu.ca/greatplaces/en/place.asp?id=5983

[ErickMontreal]

:: McAllister Place ::

Le Chateau will be moving in the space left vacant by Lawton
Yves Rochers shut down (while, of course, remaining in business in both Moncton and Fredericton)

[philster]

Thanks for posting about Le Chateau, I saw the location Signs at the Old Lawtons Location where it's now a construction site, being put up the otherday. Also heard that they will be putting a secondary set of washrooms in that area as well, not sure if it will be for Employees of the stores only or public access as well.

Didn't notice that Yves Rochers had shut down, but I never shopped there so never took note. However, I did hear from someone who was speaking to Staff at Fruits and Passions's that they were not to happy that Bath and Body Works was planning on setting up shop in the mall. Only time will tell.

[mmmatt]

Originally Posted by ErickMontreal

Yves Rochers shut down (while, of course, remaining in business in both Moncton and Fredericton)

I'm actually quite surprised that all three Yves Rocher, Fruits and Passion, and Bath and Body Works are surviving so close together here...I figured one of the older stores would be run out by Bath and Body works quickly!

[michael_d40]

Received an updated email about the vacant SportChek location.

Part of the unit is definitely still available. We have however leased part of the space to a fashion retailer who is new to the market and work is underway to split the space. We are not able to provide any further details at this time.



Anybody want to throw out any guesses as to what it could be?

I'm going to guess The Gap Outlet, or The Shoe Company. However, my luck it will probably end up being something like Thyme Maternity. LOL.

[Ire Narissis]

Originally Posted by michael_d40

Received an updated email about the vacant SportChek location.

Part of the unit is definitely still available. We have however leased part of the space to a fashion retailer who is new to the market and work is underway to split the space. We are not able to provide any further details at this time.



Anybody want to throw out any guesses as to what it could be?

I'm going to guess The Gap Outlet, or The Shoe Company. However, my luck it will probably end up being something like Thyme Maternity. LOL.

Well, there was a rumour posted previously that speculated the Gap might be moving in there. We'll just have to wait and see!