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New Supermarket Proposed For Route 20 New Supermarket Proposed For Route 20
New Supermarket Proposed For Route 20  A Route 20 shopping plaza may be getting a new supermarket. Earlier this year, applicants went before the Planning Board in Westfield seeking a special permit for property at the Westgate Plaza on Route 20 (East Main Street). The applicant, Brixmore SPE, is representing ALDI grocery store. ALDI is a discount food seller that specializes in store-brand organic, allergy-sensitive, and whole foods. If plans are approved, an ALDI will construct a new building between the TJ Mazz and Taco Bell, according to submitted plans. ALDI markets have been springing up in Massachusetts over the l…
New 5-Story Hotel Proposed For Route 5 New 5-Story Hotel Proposed For Route 5
New 5-Story Hotel Proposed For Route 5 A new five-story hotel is being proposed for Route 5 by an experienced hotelier. On Wednesday, Dec. 2, at 6 p.m., a public hearing will be held by the Planning Board to go over an application by Desai & Sons, Inc. for a special permit to put a hotel at the corner of Riverdale Road (Route 5) and Elm Street in West Springfield. Raman Desai is the president of Desai & Sons. He is also the manager of Jaya Lodging and Ohm Hotels, two corporations that have owned or managed Candlewood Suites, 572 Riverdale Road in West Springfield. The lodging is planned for 764 Riverdale Street/1533 El…