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barbara said...

forget downtown wilkes barre, but you should try the west side mall owned by joe amato

January 13, 2009 at 2:03 AM

george said...

this is a great headline.

January 13, 2009 at 8:23 AM

rich said...

Look, Vondertheid, I know it is not the best of times....but please don't blow smoke, this is exactly why people can't stand you and they way you operate....you say you make no apologies because you want to fill with the "right ones"....how many wrong ones have been offered to you that you turned down.......why do people like you spin everything? You are certain you can fill, than why have they been empty forever, shut your mouth already and get them filled............

January 13, 2009 at 8:59 AM

John from Shavertown said...

This is great! Thanks Dennis. You gave us something to cheer about on the ice and now you are reinvesting in our downtown. I wish there were more people out there taking a chance like this. The more classy establishments that move into the downtown the better.

January 13, 2009 at 9:22 AM

Richard Myers said...

Too bad the franchise name can't be downplayed; the new business deserves a name like "The Cookie Monster." Cheers to Dennis and his contributions to Wilkes-Barre through the years.

January 13, 2009 at 10:33 AM

I believe TOO said...

I think this is cool. The downtown is starting to shape up! Can we please rip up the sidewalks next so I don't have to trip on my way to get cookies?

January 13, 2009 at 11:01 AM

Lisa said...

What a great idea! It is nice to see Bonvie invest in our area, and downtown yet! We do appreciate you and all the Pens have done for our area! Best of luck Dennis!

January 13, 2009 at 11:15 AM

mark said...

The Mayor needs to work on getting the drugs out of Wilkes Barre and the streets cleared of ice and snow so that people won't get robbed while falling on the ice when they attempt to buy a cookie from Bonvie. Hello Mayor! are you reading this? Hello?

January 13, 2009 at 11:16 AM

Becks said...

I work a block from Public Square and like the changes. I am just confused on the target audience. First it was suppose to grown into a college town, now you got "Manhattan/Miami style more mature" clubs coming in. I'm only 32 and I can tell you I don't want to have to deal with the craziness of drunk college kids on the street, while going to one of the "more mature" bars. Seems confusing to me. Plus it's too bad we can't get some speciality stores in the downtown besides restaurant, club, bar, restaurant, club, bar.

January 13, 2009 at 11:31 AM

risky challenge said...

Never knew the outcome of every fight he had on the ice. This may be the biggest fight and most risky challenge he ever took. His hard work on the ice and team play endured him to area fans. Now is the time to help support the man that often brought you to the Arena for a night of fun. If he works as hard at this as he did on the ice he'll be successful. Everyone's help and support will help jump start downtown WB.

January 13, 2009 at 11:56 AM

Lori said...

This Is great news, Wilkes-Barre needs a boost like this to bring in more shops and venues.

January 13, 2009 at 12:42 PM

Lynn said...

I'm happy that Mr. Bonvie is opening a Blue Chip store in Wilkes-Barre. We have been to Blue Chip many times in Ohio and look forward to seeing it in downtown Wilkes-Barre. Good luck with your new business venture!!

January 13, 2009 at 2:56 PM

Scott said...

Big deal! I give it 2 years tops before it's either closed or sold.

January 13, 2009 at 3:09 PM

misi said...

Bonvie tosses his cookies all over downtown wilkes-barre......just like the rest of us.

January 13, 2009 at 3:22 PM

Christian said...

lets not forget about downtown W-B, and support the downtown and don't worry about the west side its now Wilkes Barre's turn to grow.

January 13, 2009 at 3:44 PM

of friend of the wb said...

I think that waiting for the right kind of tenant is key! Who wants a bunch of dollar stores in the downtown? Not me. Getting good tenants is worth the wait - and this is the perfect fit for downtown! Thanks Bonvie!

January 13, 2009 at 3:57 PM

Kramden327 said...

"University Commons"? How elitist, what was wrong with "Northampton & Main"? At least with that name, one could reference its location. Good luck to anyone investing in the University Commons development, as there are only so many consumer dollars available. As any venture involves risk, the investors are to be commended for putting their money where their mouth is!

January 13, 2009 at 5:13 PM

not so fast said...

I give it a year if that!

January 13, 2009 at 5:14 PM

Deno Pantelakos said...

Putting lipstick on a pig does not change the outcome...at the end of the day, it's still a pig...Just my Opinion

January 13, 2009 at 8:05 PM

Dave said...

The more businesses like this that set up in this area will attract more people and decrease crime. It's happened in other areas. I will go out of my way to spend money at any business that re-invests in the area. Good luck Dennis. You will get my money.

January 13, 2009 at 8:09 PM

J.W. said...

What is the big deal about some hockey dude opening up a cookie shop in W-B? When Hot Dog Bob started up his business in W-B they could not wait to run him out of town. I guess it will help the bars that opened up in the area, the drunks can eat the cookies so they can absorb the alcohol, then go back to the bars and drink more. W-B, "more bars in more places."

January 14, 2009 at 1:40 PM

MY OH MY said...

I CAN BARELY AFFORD STORE BRAND COOKIES AND NOW WE WILL HAVE 'DESIGNER' COOKIES AT PROBABLY 2-3 BUCKS A PIECE... YES, WE NEED THAT IN THESE HARD, ECONOMIC TIMES. SO NOW A MOVIE AND A COOKIE - $20? PRICELESS........

January 15, 2009 at 9:55 AM

westsidejoe said...

Hockey goon opens downtown cookie shop. Better not complain about the prices, or you'll get a knuckle sandwich.

January 15, 2009 at 10:29 PM