Torrington Parkade: What's the Lowe's down?

As I understand, Lowe's is coming to town! This should bring some interesting competition between the local Home Depot, and I'm sure we'll benefit from many promotional deals to follow...

But what's going on? I can't find too much information about it, other than the usual location mention - that being the Torrington Parkade. I haven't seen it yet, but I'm told the building is up..



Any Google search will tell you they're hiring. Like crazy. But I'm more interested in details.. when, where... the goods, right?

The Republican American said this on February 19th:

Thousands expected to seek jobs at Lowe's in Torrington

The Lowe's Home Improvement store scheduled to open on Winsted Road Torrington in late spring or early summer will begin hiring for the store early next month, Lowe's spokeswoman Maureen Rich said.

Rich said in an e-mail that the company had not announced a hiring office location, but said she would provide the information as soon as it was available.

“We're always looking for team members who are dedicated to customer service,” Rich said, and encouraged job-seekers to visit the company Web site to check for open positions. “While experience in the home improvement trades is a plus, a dedication to providing outstanding customer service will really help an applicant stand out from the crowd.”

She added that the company has received more than 6,000 applications combined for new stores in Southington and Derby.

The aforementioned hiring office seems to be located at 51 Water Street. Again, you'll find this on any Google search.

The Torrington Parkade could really use the addition of Lowes. I'm pleased they'll be in town. For an interesting read on the Parkade itself, check out the Caldor Rainbow's essay on the Torrington Parkade.

Also, can any bloggers resist word play on Lowe's? I'm guilty.