What do we do with all these empty storefronts and buildings that were once thriving businesses but now sit vacant? Drive through almost any New Jersey town, and you'll see at least one.

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That's why it's always exciting to see those spaces get a fresh start. You have to love it when those empty parking lots start filling up with cars again, and businesses bring some energy back to the area.

Revitalizing Empty Storefronts In New Jersey

The building that was once home to a Rite Aid in South Jersey is getting a second chance as a brand-new Aldi supermarket. The popular discount grocery chain is opening its second location in Vineland, according to reports.

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This one will be located at 7 West Landis Avenue, with the other Aldi location farther south on Delsea Drive.

Local Excitement Grows As Aldi Continues To Expand In  New Jersey

As it continues to grow across the state, it's one of the most popular grocery stores in New Jersey, and many in the area are excited. Here's just some of the reaction online:

"There can never be too many Aldi stores!"

"Aldi is the best."

"That's great news!"

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I'm a big fan, although I never remember to bring my quarter for the cart. It never fails. I get to the front of the store and have to run back to my car to get one!

The best supermarkets in New Jersey

These are the highest-rated supermarkets in each of New Jersey's 21 counties. The ratings are based on reviews left by customers on Google. To be included in the top, a supermarket had to have a substantial number of reviews (typically at leas a thousand).

America's new #1 supermarket has 21 locations in New Jersey

The ACSI (American Customer Satisfaction Index) analyzed data to determine which supermarket chains ranked highest in customer service. Even though some numbers appear to be the same, there are numerous factors that help determine the overall ranking across the U.S. that are not listed here.

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