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Salvation Army Opens in Oroville Plaza
03/23/10

Extreme Discount Stores continue to be the dominant retail sector as the American economy climbs out of its slump. The Salvation Army Thrift Division is expanding in Oroville and has opened up a new store at 1889 Oro Dam Blvd.

The new 14,000 sq. ft. store is front and center along the busy Oro Dam Blvd. business corridor between large discount retailers Big Lots and Dollar Tree. The lease was handled by Mike Donnelly of The Group Real Estate and David Vasquez of Retail Specialist Commercial.

For more information contact Mike Donnelly at (530) 828-0011 or mike@californianorthern.com

Weight Watchers Moves Downtown
10/28/09

Weight Watchers International has moved to a dynamic new location in Historic Downtown Oroville. Weight Watchers helps people eat right and live healthy, and can be found on the web at www.weightwatchers.com. The organization is opening up shop at 1881 Robinson Street between Lincoln and Huntoon across from the Butte County Office of Education. The location is know as a center for business and commerce, and includes such businesses as Wachovia, Bidwell Title and Escrow and the Oroville Association of Realtors. Mike Donnelly handled the lease.

For more information contact Mike Donnelly at (530) 828-0011 or mike@californianorthern.com

Cha-Ching! New Check Cashing Store at Times Square
10/08/09

(Oroville) Northstate Check Exchange has signed a lease on the premiere corner location in Times Square at the corner of Montgomery & Feather River Blvd. This is the third location for the growing financial services firm headquartered in Redding. Northstate Check Exchange offers check cashing, payday loans, Western Union, money orders, and bill paying services and is a P.G.& E. Payment Center. The twenty year old company prides itself on honesty and great customer service. The new Oroville store located at 1353 Feather River Blvd. is expected to open by November 1st, 2009. The lease was handled by Mike Donnelly.

For more information contact Mike Donnelly at (530) 828-0011 or mike@californianorthern.com

"162 Cafe" to Open in Oroville
07/06/09

(Oroville) The owner of the popular "Coffee 162" is opening a second drive-through in Oroville, but this time with a different twist. The Shortstop Java Cafe at 3001 Olive Highway has been leased by veteran proprietor Eric Day, who is renaming the high profile location "162 Cafe" and plans to serve breakfast and lunch. Day will continue to serve his best selling coffee drinks and will keep the drive-through open while the restaurant undergoes remodeling.

"162 Cafe" is positioned at a highly desirable location next to the busy Oroville Hospital and is the "first" and "last" stop on the best side of town for customers traveling to and from work or heading out to the lake. Day's locally owned and operated coffee shops will appeal to a growing movement of people who enjoy the hometown independent establishments like his stores, rather than the more impersonal chain stores.

The new restaurant marks the end of an era for Shortstop Java Cafe owner Ted Short who is retiring after building the coffee business from the ground up. The lease was put together by Mike Donnelly of The Group Real Estate.

For more information contact Mike Donnelly at (530) 828-0011 or mike@californianorthern.com

Big Lot's Opening in Oroville
02/11/09

(Oroville) Big Lot's, the nation's largest “close out” retailer is opening its newest store in Oroville. The massive discount chain has taken over the former Albertson's grocery store in the Oroville Plaza Shopping Center at the corner of Lincoln & Oro Dam Blvd.

Big Lot's sells a broad range of high-quality, brand name products including consumables, seasonal items, furniture, housewares, toys, electronics, home decor, tools and gifts. The expansion into the Oroville market is an example of the extreme discount stores that are thriving in the current economic environment.

The lease was put together by Mike Donnelly of the Group Real Estate and Mike Matlat of Keene Consultants - KPMG Finance representing Albertson's and Michele Low, Real Estate Manager for Big Lot's. David Vasques of Retail Specialist Commercial represented the Landlord at the Oroville Plaza Shopping Center.

For more information contact Mike Donnelly at (530) 828-0011 or mike@californianorthern.com

The "Copa" is Back!
12/01/08

(Oroville) An Oroville legend is Back! The famous Copa De Oro Nightclub and Restaurant in Historic Downtown Oroville is opening its doors once again.

Proprietors Robert and Nicole Long are bringing the elegant bar, restaurant and fabulous “Star Room” back to life with food, live music and dancing. “The Copa” has a rich and colorful history, bringing such legendary acts as Tommy Dorsey, The Drifters and even Greg Kihn to the Northstate to perform.

Originally the home of the Elks Lodge, the building was completely remodeled in the late 80’s and features a sophisticated oak bar reminiscent of “Cheers”, along with a DJ booth and dance floor. Upstairs is another private bar that could be the setting for Humphrey Bogart and the movie Casablanca. The huge Ballroom tops it off, providing banquet facilities for up to 200 people.

The Longs will offer classic lunch and dinner menus and a long list of lively libations. The Copa De Oro is also available for weddings, parties and special events. For more information call 530-589-0318 or stop by The Copa De Oro at 1445 Myers St. near the Historic State Theatre.

The lease was handled by Jason Taylor of The REMM Group and Mike Donnelly of The Group Real Estate.

For more information contact Mike Donnelly at (530) 828-0011 or mike@californianorthern.com

Oroville Mercury Register Moves to Mission Square
10/27/08

(Oroville) The revitalization of Mission Square continues with the arrival of another major tenant. The Oroville Mercury Register Newspaper has moved its newsroom and sales office into 2124 5th Ave. in the Mission Square Commercial Center.

The Lease was handled by Mike Donnelly of The Group Real Estate.

The Oroville Mercury is the latest in a string of businesses to move into the center. Edward Jones Investments, Table Mountain Physical Therapy, Lake Oroville Mortgage and The Group Real Estate have all recently announced moves into new or existing units at Mission Square. A new 11,000 square foot commercial expansion project has breathed new life into the center.

The Oroville Mercury Register is also opening up a new newspaper delivery distribution facility in a 900 sq. ft. warehouse at 2775 Feather River Blvd. That lease transaction was also handled by Donnelly at The Group.

For more information contact Mike Donnelly at (530) 828-0011 or mike@californianorthern.com

Help-U-Sell Opens in Time Square
10/09/08

(Oroville) The transformation of Time Square continues with the addition of Help-U-Sell Real Estate, the commercial center’s latest new tenant. Led by broker JoAnn Grover, Help-U-Sell has moved its office into a 900 sq. ft. unit in the conveniently located complex at the corner of Feather River Blvd. & Montgomery Blvd.

Help-U-Sell’s new address is 1365 Feather River Blvd. across from the Cornucopia Restaurant. The office can be reached at 530-869-4996.

Three other commercial units are still available in Time Square, including an excellent check cashing location complete with security glass and counter. Another unit is ready to go for a hair salon or spa, and even has the plumbing for the sink and beauty stations.

For more information about Time Square and other commercial properties available in Oroville contact Mike Donnelly at 530-828-0011

For more information contact Mike Donnelly at (530) 828-0011 or mike@californianorthern.com

Ribbon Cutting at Mission Square
08/26/08

(Oroville) The dream has been realized for the developers of Mission Square in Oroville, who are celebrating the completion of a new 11,000 sq. ft. commercial complex. Several new businesses moving into the center are also celebrating, as are the many local contractors who helped make the project possible.

The beautiful Mediterranean style building was developed by long time residents and respected local businesspeople Bill Jones, Ken Harlan and Jim Scurlock, who made every effort possible to hire local builders and contractors. The $1.2 million dollar project was funded by Butte Community Bank and built by Mike Carey Construction. The exquisite rock work was created by Reynolds Masonry and the landscaping done by Greenridge Landscaping.

Several businesses have already purchased or leased space in the new commercial condominium building. Edward Jones Investments headed by longtime Financial Advisor Kevin Bertis is taking the premier location at the main entrance through the signature Mission Square arch, where the ribbon cutting ceremony will be held. Table Mountain Physical Therapy will be located at the end cap along 5th Ave., and The Group Real Estate is opening up a new office next door.

The entire Mission Square Commercial Center is experiencing a surge of new business activity, and the original complex which was built in 1980's still thrives. Lake Oroville Mortgage recently moved into an original 1,000 sq. ft. unit and Chiropractor Dr. James Roettger is moving his entire operation into a 2,000 sq. ft. unit. Physical Therapist Valerie Nelson is expanding and will be taking an additional 1,000 sq. ft. for a total of 4,000 sq. ft.

Mission Square is located at 2000 5th Ave. between the Hofbrau Restaurant and the Department of Motor Vehicles across from Feather River Tribal Health. The ribbon cutting ceremony is scheduled for 5:30 pm Thursday, September 18, 2008.

For more information contact Mike Donnelly at 530-828-0011 or e-mail mike@californianorthern.com or go to www.californianorthern.com.

For more information contact Mike Donnelly at (530) 828-0011 or mike@californianorthern.com