A NEW Heron Foods store enjoyed its launch at Four Acre Shopping Centre last Thursday.

Heron Foods, the discount retail chain, opened its new store at the Four Acre Shopping Centre in St Helens on September 5.

The site occupies half of the former Jack’s store.

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A spokesperson from Heron Foods said ahead of the launch: “We’re thrilled to be opening on Thursday, September 5, Heron Foods stores add to the local community, so we’re delighted to be opening a store in St Helens, and we look forward to welcoming customers through the doors.

“I’d also like to personally thank colleagues for their efforts in getting the new store ready as well as our neighbours who have already shown support.”

The store will stock ‘Top Quality, Low Prices’ on a huge food and drinks range, as well as limited-time deals in the ‘Don’t Miss Out’ section.

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