What isn't clear is whether the Bartell name that has been such a presence in the Seattle area will survive, with several experts warning that the ubiquitous brand could disappear.

In a regulatory filing, the company confirmed that CVS will take over and operate many Rite Aid and Bartell Drugs locations in Washington, Oregon and Idaho.

Rite Aid has confirmed CVS will take over the operations of many of the Rite Aid and Bartell Drugs locations closing in Washington.