Headline: Marlton Pike’s next stop for bargains — Red, White & Blue Thrift to open in Cherry Hill; Lawnside location begins hiring
If you drive Route 70 through Cherry Hill — or take I‑295 to get there — you’re about to see another reason to pull off at the Marlton Pike exits. Red, White & Blue Thrift has set a March opening for a new Cherry Hill store on the Marlton Pike corridor, and a sister location in nearby Lawnside has started hiring. For people who live, work, and commute along the I‑295/Route 70 spine, this is more than a retail ribbon-cutting. It’s a local economic and community signal.
Where it’s happening
The new Cherry Hill location is on Marlton Pike/Route 70, the busy east‑west commercial artery that runs through the center of town and connects to multiple I‑295 ramps. Google Maps listings show Red, White & Blue has been expanding in South Jersey over the last few years, and this Cherry Hill spot places the chain squarely in a high‑visibility retail strip that residents use for daily errands, shopping and commuting. That stretch of Route 70 is one of the most active retail corridors in Camden County — with the Cherry Hill Mall, grocery stores, restaurants and specialty shops all drawing regular traffic.
Why it matters to Marlton Pike and Cherry Hill
– Convenience for shoppers and commuters: Marlton Pike functions like a Main Street for a wide swath of towns along Route 70. A thrift store here gives commuters and nearby residents a low‑cost shopping option that’s easy to reach from local roads and the I‑295 exits that feed traffic into Cherry Hill.
– Foot traffic for nearby businesses: Thrift stores are bargain destinations that bring repeat visitors — people who might grab a coffee, lunch, or run other errands while they’re on the corridor. Neighborhood small businesses can see spillover benefits from that extra foot traffic.
– Adds to the reuse economy: Thrift and resale outlets have grown as shoppers look for lower‑cost clothing, furniture and home goods and as sustainability concerns increase. Cherry Hill’s addition fits a broader trend across South Jersey where resale shops are part of both the retail mix and an informal local recycling system for usable household items.
– Jobs at the neighborhood level: The Lawnside location’s hiring push signals that new stores aren’t just about retail square footage; they create hourly jobs and some supervisory roles that matter to nearby residents. Listings and local help‑wanted posts for other Red, White & Blue openings typically include part‑time and full‑time roles — something the local employment market can use.
About Red, White & Blue Thrift
Red, White & Blue is one of several regional thrift chains serving New Jersey. Community responses on platforms like Yelp for the chain’s other stores tend to emphasize low prices, a steady flow of inventory, and occasional “treasure hunt” finds — the same appeal that draws shoppers to other resale stores. As with any new retail addition, specifics about store hours, donation policies and whether proceeds support local charities are important to shoppers; residents should check the store’s Google Maps listing or contact the store directly once the Cherry Hill location opens.
The Lawnside connection
Lawnside — a small borough tucked just off Route 40 and not far from the Marlton Pike corridor — is getting its own Red, White & Blue storefront and has begun recruiting staff. For residents of Lawnside and neighboring towns in Camden County, hiring announcements are practical news: they point to local job opportunities and a new place to buy and donate goods. Local job boards like Patch and municipal postings are good places to watch for specific openings and application instructions.
What to watch next
– Exact opening date and hours: The chain has announced a March opening window for Cherry Hill; watch Google Maps and the store’s social channels for the confirmed day and grand‑opening details.
– Donation policy and charity partnerships: Some thrift chains run as social enterprises or donate proceeds to causes; others are commercial resellers. Locals interested in where funds go should ask the store directly or look for signage when the location opens.
– Traffic and parking: Marlton Pike parking and access will shape local impacts. A well‑designed lot and clear access from the main corridor will make the store an easy stop for drivers coming off I‑295, while limited parking could affect neighboring retailers.
– Neighborhood retail balance: As resale shops proliferate, there’s a balance to be struck between drawing shoppers and competing with existing small clothing or thrift outlets. Local business groups and the township will likely keep an eye on how the new store fits into Cherry Hill’s retail landscape.
If you live near the Marlton Pike corridor or use one of the I‑295 exits that feed into Cherry Hill, this new thrift location is a small but notable addition to the daily retail choices along your route. It brings affordable shopping, potential jobs, and the familiar hustle of a resale store to a busy stretch of Route 70 — and could be the kind of neighborhood spot that turns into a regular stop for local bargain hunters.
I’ll update 295Times with the confirmed opening date and hiring details as they announce them. In the meantime, if you spot construction or hiring signs at the site or job postings for the Lawnside location, send a tip — especially if the new store starts influencing traffic or local business patterns around the Marlton Pike exits.
