Delaware Businesses - Here Yesterday, Gone Today
Why was I not surprised to read the news this morning that the $800 million venture between Delmarva Power and a company called Bluewater is now in jeopardy? You’ll recall that Bluewater was supposed to build a wind farm off the Delaware coast. Unfortunately, the company that owns Bluewater has announced that it’s breaking up and liquidating.
Why was I not surprised?
A few days ago I stopped at the Office Max near Christiana Mall and was shocked to see a sign announcing that later this month the store would be closing its doors forever. On my way to Office Max, I drove through the intersection of Limestone Road and Kirkwood Highway. The Gulf station on the corner is now out of business, as is the Steak & Ale and the Century Buffet across the street.
Speaking of the mall, Circuit City is going out of business. Circuit City follows KB Toys and Linens ‘N Things. And don’t forget that Mitchell’s up on Concord Pike went out of business a few months ago.
And who would have thought that Chrysler would close its doors in Newark after 56 years?
Who's next?
