WMTM Portland ME | by Adam Bartow | January 12, 2023
The Marden’s Surplus and Salvage store in Rumford has closed.
In a letter to customers, the Marden family says there were ongoing, serious safety issues with the building that the landlord did not address.
The family called closing a “very difficult decision” and said it is the first time they have closed a store in nearly 60 years of business.
All employees at the Rumford store have the option to transfer to other Marden’s stores. Those who do not wish to go to a new store will get a separation package.
The letter said that 2022 was a “very successful year company-wide” and that they would welcome the chance to return to the Rumford area again if they can find a new location.
The store closed on Wednesday, Jan. 11. Customers can return items bought at the Rumford store to any other Marden’s location for 60 days with a receipt.
There are 13 other Marden’s stores in Maine, each one with different merchandise.
Source: Marden’s closes Rumford store, company’s first closure ever (wmtw.com)
