Walmart Grand Opening Set for May 18

Thursday, April 21st, 2011

The East Albany Walmart, the city's biggest economic boon in years, will open May 18, showcasing a brand new store and at least 200 shiny new jobs.

Katie Macaluso, a media consultant hired by Walmart East, Inc., said Wednesday that the store is almost ready to open and that a total of 275 associates -- including 200 new employees --- are currently working to get the merchandise on the shelves before the grand opening on May 18.

The company continues to hire new fullt-time and part-time employees. Those interested can apply at http://walmartstores.com/Careers.

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