Business & Tech
What Should Go Here? The Former Blockbuster Video on Lincoln Highway
Still donning the recognizable blue line that stood out about the video rental chain, this now-vacant building is near one of the busiest intersections in the area.
Is it a sign of the times that many Blockbuster rental stores have closed their doors permanently?
Maybe.
The excitement of renting a movie has perhaps been diminished by the quick-and-easy kiosks and rent-by-mail services that ease our access to entertainment.
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Regardless of the reasoning, what was once a popular store in a prime location is now a vacant property.
The old Blockbuster near the intersection of Lincoln Highway and Western Avenue has been closed for a while, but with more than 9,000 square feet of space and a direct entrance from Route 30, this seems like prime real estate for an incoming business.
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So what should go here? If it were up to you, what would you use this space for? Is there a certain type of business you think could flourish at this location?
Tell us in the comments!
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