Updated Nov. 16
After a long wait, the expanded Stop & Shop in Edgartown fully opened on Friday.
The Edgartown location continued to operate as construction was ongoing. Shoppers were able to request items from staff as the store’s products were being reorganized, and the construction was wrapping up on Thursday.
The multiphase expansion was supposed to start in 2019. However, litigation aimed at halting the project slowed down the process. The suit was eventually dismissed in January of this year.
Islanders had also expressed their anticipation of the remodeled store opening up to the community on social media.
Stop & Shop spokesperson Stephanie Cunha provided The Times with a statement about the expansion.
“We are excited to share that phase one of our Edgartown expansion is complete, and customers can now shop an expanded area of the store featuring a new deli, produce department, and meat and seafood service counter,” the statement reads. “The remainder of the store is being remodeled to create a refreshed, wider selection across bakery, dairy, frozen food, and more, all with great values for our customers. The overall store completion date is estimated to take place in the Spring of 2024.”
Updated with a statement from Stop & Shop.
