Visions for Vacancy: What Should Move into the Former Dick’s Sporting Goods?
The sporting goods store has moved to a new location in the Cranberry Crossroads. What would you like to see happen to its former building?
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The big business news in October was the opening of the new Dick’s Sporting Goods in the Cranberry Crossroads retail complex along Route 228.
The standalone venue features two floors and an expanded selection of merchandise.
But what about the store’s former location in the Cranberry Square Mall off Route 19?
There have been rumors of an LA Fitness moving into the building, as well as talk of an outdoors store occupying the space.
According to Dick’s Sporting Goods officials, nothing is in place for the former location—yet.
Pat Wolf, regional vice-president of Dick’s Sporting Goods, said the building would remain in the company. A future use for it still is to be determined, he said.
“We’re not getting rid of it,” he said.
In the meantime, we’d like to have some fun. With that in mind, what would you like to see fill the vacant spot.
Is there something that would benefit the Cranberry area community? How could this space better serve you and your neighbors?
Share your thoughts, ideas and concerns in the comments. Tell us what your vision is for this Cranberry Township vacancy.
Mike
6:30 am on Thursday, October 25, 2012
Ruby Tuesday Restaurant, or a Golden Corral
Mary
12:38 pm on Wednesday, December 12, 2012
I love Golden Corral! I was so sad when they pulled out of an earlier plan in Cranberry! I would love to see one here!
Sharon
6:37 am on Thursday, October 25, 2012
JC Penney
Kevin
7:19 am on Thursday, October 25, 2012
Cabela's!!!!!
comp
7:34 am on Thursday, October 25, 2012
Seriously? Ruby Tuesday or Golden Corral? Have you seen the size of this place? you could fit 5 restaurants in it
Mary
12:39 pm on Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Have you ever been to a Golden Corral?? They are huge!!! In fact there might not be enough parking in the lot for a Golden Corral.
ComfortBlanketLady
7:52 am on Thursday, October 25, 2012
BIG LOTS!!!!!!!!!
rocket air
7:56 am on Thursday, October 25, 2012
A Trader Joe's would be a great & popular addition to the community.
DLHD
8:25 am on Thursday, October 25, 2012
An outdoor store...such as a Bass Pro, Cabela's or like the old Sportsman Warehouse down on Mt. Nebo. No more restaurants PLEEEZE. @Kevin :)
Kathleen Schawalder
8:33 am on Thursday, October 25, 2012
Macy's .... not enough department stores here. we all look like a bunch of stepford wives with everyone wearing matching sweaters from Kohls!!!
Matt
8:46 am on Thursday, October 25, 2012
Definitely a LA fitness. YMCA too expensive and Anytime fitness too small.
Mary
12:41 pm on Wednesday, December 12, 2012
I agree the YMCA is way too expensive. We considered getting a family membership this year and was amazed at the cost.....and decided against it!
Mary Wehner
8:54 am on Thursday, October 25, 2012
REI, Trader Joes, or Home Goods
Lady Blake
12:30 am on Thursday, December 13, 2012
yes, yes and yes
Amanda
9:10 am on Thursday, October 25, 2012
I would like to see a Homegoods. That would be a perfect size for a Homegoods.
bob babin
9:20 am on Thursday, October 25, 2012
Home goods or Trader joes.As much as I would like to see an LA Fitness,parking would be a huge problem,although parking is an issue regardless of what takes place of Dicks sporting goods
JHeltzell
9:23 am on Thursday, October 25, 2012
Dave & Buster's!
Patty Gee
9:27 am on Thursday, October 25, 2012
I'll echo some of the other comments - Cranberry planning officials - please read and take into consideration!?!
A store for OUTDOORS enthusiasts - REI, Cabela's Bass Pro, Gander Mountain, etc. Hobby Lobby. Macy's. Trader Joe's. No more restaurants.
Julie Rotelli
9:52 am on Thursday, October 25, 2012
Trader Joe's. Please. Please. I want a Trader Joe's!!!
Janet Butler
10:24 am on Thursday, October 25, 2012
Home Goods or Gander Mtn
E Mcclymonds
10:51 am on Thursday, October 25, 2012
I was under the impression Dick's was keeping the space for upscale gun, hunting and fishing equipment?!
Jessica Repp
11:50 am on Thursday, October 25, 2012
You know my answer...LA Fitness!! But Trader Joe's would be awesome too.
Matt Dragovits
11:50 am on Thursday, October 25, 2012
LA Fitness would be cool, but I can also understand the desire for an Outdoor Enthusiasts store.
SgtStugats
12:38 pm on Thursday, October 25, 2012
Some good comments! Trader Joes or Cabelas would be awesome!
bubba
12:47 pm on Thursday, October 25, 2012
AdultMart
kelly casey
12:57 pm on Thursday, October 25, 2012
Im liking the Trader Joe's suggestions.
Amy Sousa-Salameh
1:59 pm on Thursday, October 25, 2012
Dave & Busters or Home Goods
marcie
4:24 pm on Thursday, October 25, 2012
Home Goods!!!
comp
5:14 pm on Thursday, October 25, 2012
Trader Joes should move into the old Kuhns Building
Kali Kare
10:28 pm on Thursday, October 25, 2012
I love this. Build a building in a mall. Now, build a building in another location at another mall. Close previous building. Make sure original mall turns into Ghetto Land! Thanks progress!
Marilyn R. Kouvolo
2:50 pm on Friday, October 26, 2012
Christmas Tree Shops, a division of Bed,Bath, and Beyond. A variety type store plus seasonal merchandise. I have emailed them a few times and suggested they open a store in western Pennsylvania. The closest one now in PA is in Erie. These stores are very popular. Check out their website, Bargains@christmastreeshops.com
I would love to see this store in our area!!
Cindy Cusic Micco
11:28 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2012
MTD - There is no need to be insulting to another commenter. Perhaps Marilyn meant "another store" in western Pennsylvania. Or maybe, like me, she thinks of Erie as northwestern Pennsylvania. Please show respect for others on the site.
Silverback
9:50 pm on Saturday, October 27, 2012
the dude that said adultmart is a serious perv. can we put him on "how to catch a predator" please?
Patty Gee
9:46 am on Monday, October 29, 2012
After visiting the NEW Dick's over the weekend, I am more convinced than ever that we need a true outdoor enthusiast store - for hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, kayaking, climbing, etc.. I just saw the same old tired hunting gear, limited selection and staff who have no knowledge of the outdoors. Same for the "new and improved" fly fishing area. There are just more over-priced clothes, and less "gear" all through the store, so you can at least look the part even if you don't have the equipment. Guess we'll keep our Cabela's catalog handy for now.
Jess
9:10 am on Monday, November 12, 2012
I agree with some above posters- Trader Joes in the old Kuhns and LA Fitness in the old Dick's.
Thomas Anthony
8:52 pm on Tuesday, December 11, 2012
BIg Lots would be wonderful, but I am with those who said Trader Joe's (my favorite grocery store). It would be so nice not having to drive to East LIberty each weekend.