Ocean State Job Lot celebrates the grand opening of its New Castle store at Penn Mart Center on March 7 with a ribbon cutting alongside local officials, team members, and community partners. Photo courtesy of Ocean State Job Lot.
Ocean State Job Lot New Castle Store Celebrates Grand Opening
Ocean State Job Lot marked the opening of its newest Delaware location on Saturday, March 7 with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 26 Penn Mart Center in New Castle. The nearly 43,000 square foot store occupies the former Big Lots location and represents the discount retailer’s third store in Delaware and its first in New Castle County.
Company executives and store team members were joined by local officials and community partners to celebrate the opening. Among those present were New Castle Mayor Valarie Leary and Christine Roberts, along with a representative for New Castle County Councilor George Smiley. Local leaders recognized the opening as both a retail investment in the area and a positive economic addition to the community.
Ocean State Job Lot has increasingly expanded its presence throughout the Mid Atlantic region, often revitalizing established retail spaces. The New Castle location continues that strategy by bringing new retail activity to a familiar shopping center while creating additional jobs in the area.
As part of the grand opening celebration, the Ocean State Job Lot Charitable Foundation also presented several donations to local organizations. Friendship House received 25 Operation Sleep Well kits containing items such as sheets, towels, and toiletries. The New Castle Boys and Girls Club received approximately 250 backpacks, while Rose Hill Community Center received a pallet of food.
The donations reflect the company’s broader philanthropic mission, which focuses on supporting communities through programs that assist individuals and families facing hardship.
The opening day event also included family friendly activities and opportunities for visitors to meet store team members and representatives from local nonprofit organizations. Shoppers were introduced to the retailer’s well known discount offerings and promotional incentives designed to attract new customers.
Through Wednesday, March 11, customers who sign up to become a Job Lot Insider and spend $30 or more will receive 40 percent of their purchase price back in Crazy Deal Gift Cards that can be used on a future purchase.
Job Lot Insiders also have access to more than 1,000 items available through the company’s online program that offers customers 100 percent back in Crazy Deal Gift Cards, effectively allowing shoppers to receive the full value of their purchase to use later. According to the company, Job Lot Insiders have received more than $400 million in Crazy Deal Gift Cards to shop for free both in stores and online.
“We’re incredibly proud to open our doors to our wonderful New Castle community,” said Janet Halter, Store Team Leader, New Castle. “Our team has worked incredibly hard to bring this store to life, and we’re excited to showcase Job Lot’s exceptional value, friendly service, and meaningful local partnerships.”
The new store has created employment opportunities in the region, including supervisory, full time, part time, and seasonal roles. The opening follows the company’s expansion in Delaware during 2025 with new locations in Dover and Seaford.
Ocean State Job Lot currently operates 175 stores across the Northeast and Mid Atlantic, offering closeout pricing on brand name merchandise including household goods, apparel, pet supplies, seasonal products, and pantry staples.
The company has indicated it plans to continue expanding its presence across the Mid Atlantic with additional store openings expected in 2026 and beyond.
For more information visit: https://www.oceanstatejoblot.com/
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