AN Aldi store officially opened in Peasley Cross this morning, Thursday.
Olympic bronze medalist Joel Fearon cut the ribbon for the St Helens Retail Park shop which will be run by manager Emma Wallace who will lead a team of 23 staff.
Joel gave away complimentary bags of fresh fruit and vegetables to the first 30 customers in the queue.
Joel cuts the ribbon to the store
Joel with a customer
Store manager Emma Wallace said: “It’s been a fantastic morning here at our grand opening.
"It was lovely to meet our new customers and I look forward to meeting more of the community in the coming weeks.
"I’d also like to say a big thank you to the wonderful Joel Fearon for being a part of our celebrations.”
Joel Fearon said: “It’s been an honour to be a part of Aldi’s store opening.
"I’ve had a great time talking to both the adults and children of Peasley Cross about healthy eating and my experience of the Olympics.”
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