Amazon opening first CT pickup location

Amazon is openings its first pickup location in Connecticut just outside UConn’s Storrs campus. The center is part of the company’s Amazon Student program.

Opening in summer 2016, the nearly 4,000-square-foot space will be located at 40 Wilbur Cross Way in Storrs Center. Amazon student and prime members will receive free one-day pickup on millions of items, the Seattle-based company said in a statement.

In 2015, Amazon opened five pickup locations either on college campuses or adjoining communities. In addition to UConn, it plans to open six more locations in 2016. Amazon Student is an annual membership program costing $49 after a free six-month trial. It is half the price of an Amazon Prime membership and has the same benefits

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