Aug. 22—Northeast Pennsylvania's first Dollar General Market store is scheduled for an early fall opening in Pike County.

The market format for the store, 1218 Route 739, features expanded produce, refrigerated and frozen food offerings, dairy products, an assortment of fresh meats, and general merchandise.

The Pike County location will be the first Dollar General Market in Northeast Pennsylvania, a company spokesperson said.

"We continue to evaluate opportunities to add new locations and extend our mission of serving others," the spokesperson said.

Each Dollar General store employs about six to 10 employees, depending on the individual needs of the store. To apply for an open position, visit dollargeneral.com/careers.

— ROBERT TOMKAVAGE