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Monday, February 06, 2017

Shoppers Saddened by Al Boscov’s Cancer Diagnosis

WILKES-BARRE -- Boscov's shoppers are reacting to the sad news about the company's long-time chairman, Al Boscov. He revealed that he is battling late-stage cancer and that he does not have much time left.

We talked to everyone from Wilkes-Barre's former mayor, to a business professor, to shoppers, who are all saddened by Boscov's diagnosis.

The Boscov's in downtown Wilkes-Barre has stood for decades, even when the Diamond City seemed to be on a decline.

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3 comments:

Anonymous said...

My prayers with everyones for a true Icon.

Anonymous said...

Sorry to hear. Always thought Boscov's and Hecht's had the best mens' clothes at the best prices in the mall. Always loved the as seen on TV section at the parking lot side entrance and going upstairs to the bargain section.

Anonymous said...


Good merchants; good people! Prayers and best wishes!