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Costco plans warehouse in a new state as others await their first store

by Addy Bink - 10/22/26 12:19 PM ET

by Addy Bink - 10/22/26 12:19 PM ET

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(NEXSTAR) – It’s finally happening: Rhode Island is getting access to the $1.50 hot dog combo, rotisserie chickens, and warehouse shopping.

That’s right, Costco is planning its first-ever warehouse in Rhode Island. Helena Foulkes, a candidate for Rhode Island governor and a member of Costco’s board, confirmed the news to Nexstar’s WPRI on Thursday. The store is expected to open in Smithfield, just outside of Providence, in 2028, thwarting the need for Rhode Islanders to drive to Massachusetts to use their Costco membership.

Rhode Island was among the last uncharted territories for Costco.…