These two department stores in New Jersey closed several years ago. With no new businesses filling those spaces, everything inside has been frozen in time — empty aisles, empty clothing racks, garden centers with no spring flowers. Here's an exclusive look at what they both look like inside today.
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These are shocking pictures — if you want to see a real-life example of a post-apocalyptic world, join me as we look inside a neglected old strip of stores in New Jersey.
It's difficult to believe that a chain that had over 300 locations just last year, is said to be down to 27 today. There are 12 New Jersey locations listed on the company's website, although the actual number still open for business is smaller.