JCPenney has just days left as beloved Maryland mall shuts for good on August 31 after nearly 70 years, leaving generations of shoppers saying goodbye

Eastpoint Mall in Dundalk, Maryland, will permanently close its doors on August 31. The beloved shopping center has served the community since 1956 and will lose its anchor store. Longtime shoppers and business owners express sadness and uncertainty about the future. Tenants were reportedly informed of the closure in June and July. The mall's closure marks the end of an era for many residents.