Walgreens divides community: Chain store brings benefits and drawbacks

Large chain stores are rare in Boyle Heights, so when one opens up, it can effect big changes in residents' experience of the neighborhood. Some fear big-box stores could push out local merchants, while others embrace the change.  The economic transition goes deep, dividing neighbors and even families.  The story is on Boyle Heights Beat.Walgreens2

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