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Flatbread Company Puts Out Fire On Bedford Location After 18 Years Of Service Flatbread Company Puts Out Fire On Bedford Location After 18 Years Of Service
Flatbread Company Puts Out Fire On Bedford Location After 18 Years Of Service A pizza restaurant chain that used to heavily populate the Greater Boston Area now has no traces to the region.  Financial troubles have caused Flatbread Company to close their Bedford location after 18 years in business on Monday, June 26, according to the restaurant's website. The company said the location is "no longer viable" as the restaurant industry has drastically changed.   "We regretfully reach out to let you know that unfortunately our fires are out and will not be relit," a statement on the restaurant's website reads. "We can no longer continue to keep our fires burning to see …

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by David Cifarelli
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Marie Callender's Recalls Frozen Product Brand Due To Possible Contamination Marie Callender's Recalls Frozen Product Brand Due To Possible Contamination
Marie Callender's Recalls Frozen Product Brand Due To Possible Contamination Nearly 3,000 pounds of a popular frozen food item that was sold nationwide are subject to a recall due to contamination concerns. Conagra Brands announced that it is recalling 2,717 pounds of frozen beef shepherd's pie products under the Marie Callender's banner that could feature clear, flexible plastic as an unexpected side dish, according to the US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).  Recalled products were produced on Wednesday, March 1 with a lot code of 5006306020, "Best By" date of Feb. 24, 2024, and a case code of 2113100032.&nb…

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by Zak Failla
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Recall Issued For Frozen Fruit Products Due To Possible Listeria Contamination Recall Issued For Frozen Fruit Products Due To Possible Listeria Contamination
Recall Issued For Frozen Fruit Products Due To Possible Listeria Contamination A recall has been issued for specific frozen fruit products linked to pineapple provided by a third-party supplier due to the potential of Listeria contamination. SunOpta Inc’s subsidiary, Sunrise Growers Inc., issued the voluntary recall on Wednesday, June 21. The following products were distributed by these retailers: Whole Foods: 365 Organic Tropical Fruit Medley, 365 Organic Pineapple Chunks, 365 Pineapple Chunks, 365 Organic Whole Strawberries, 365 Organic Slice Strawberries, and Bananas, and 365 Organic Blackberries distributed to select stores throughout the US from Nov. 1, 2…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Gould's Distinctive Clothing In Acton Closing After 89 Years Of 'Knowledgeable' Service Gould's Distinctive Clothing In Acton Closing After 89 Years Of 'Knowledgeable' Service
Gould's Distinctive Clothing In Acton Closing After 89 Years Of 'Knowledgeable' Service A men's and women's speciality clothing store that has been around for 89 years, 50 of which were in Acton, is closing forever. Gould's Distinctive Clothing, located in Gould's Plaza, is selling the last of their inventory after the store announced they would be closing for good on Wednesday, May 31. WBZ NewsRadio's Kim Tunnicliffe said staffing issues after the pandemic forced the business to close.  Everything must go at #GouldsDistinctiveClothing in #Acton. Post Covid staffing issues are forcing the store to close after 89 years in business they’re even selling the clothing racks and…

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by David Cifarelli
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Frito-Lay Issues Recall For Tostitos Product That May Contain Undeclared Ingredient Frito-Lay Issues Recall For Tostitos Product That May Contain Undeclared Ingredient
Frito-Lay Issues Recall For Tostitos Product That May Contain Undeclared Ingredient A recall has been issued for a Tosititos product that may contain an undeclared ingredient. Frito-Lay today issued the voluntary recall for select 15 oz. Tostitos Avocado Salsa Jar Dips due to the possible presence of an undeclared milk allergen, according to an announcement by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). "Those with an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products," the announcement said. While the front of the affected jar is correctly labeled as Tostitos Avocado Salsa, the back of the jar …

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by Joe Lombardi
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Clothing Chain To Close All Stores, Including 17 In Massachusetts, Laying Off Nearly 500 Clothing Chain To Close All Stores, Including 17 In Massachusetts, Laying Off Nearly 500
Clothing Chain To Close All Stores, Including 17 In Massachusetts, Laying Off Nearly 500 A clothing store with 46 locations across five states is selling off its inventory and closing all its locations.  EbLens, a retail store with a 70-year history, is liquidating its inventory and closing all its stores for the "benefit of creditors," according to Steven Victor, Executive Manager of Eblens ABC LLC.  The chain was created in New Britain, Connecticut in 1949 and now sells name-brand streetwear, footwear, and accessories.  EbLens currently employs close to 500 people across all its stores, including 17 in Connecticut and 17 in Massachusetts.  The workers will lose their jobs …

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by Morgan Gonzales
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Nationwide Recall Issued For Ready-To-Eat Chili Product Nationwide Recall Issued For Ready-To-Eat Chili Product
Nationwide Recall Issued For Ready-To-Eat Chili Product A chili product has been recalled due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen. J.T.M. Provisions Company issued the nationwide recall for the ready-to-eat (RTE) chili topping product due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen, the US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced.  The product labeled as chili topping may actually contain beef taco filling, which contains soy, a known allergen, that is not declared on the product label. The frozen, RTE Homestyle Chili Topping packages, which may actually contain beef taco filling, were produced T…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Recall Issued For Frozen Fruit Product Due To Potential Hepatitis A Contamination Recall Issued For Frozen Fruit Product Due To Potential Hepatitis A Contamination
Recall Issued For Frozen Fruit Product Due To Potential Hepatitis A Contamination A manufacturer is recalling a frozen food product due to the potential to be contaminated with Hepatitis A. in cooperation with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Wawona Frozen Foods issued the recall for its Organic Daybreak Blend, 4-pound size because the frozen organic strawberries in the blend may have the potential to be contaminated with Hepatitis A. "Although Hepatitis A has not been detected in this product and there are no illnesses associated with the product, out of an abundance of caution, consumers should stop consuming the food," the FDA said. The recalled…

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by Joe Lombardi
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'Absolute Travesty': Award-Winning Wilmington Cafe Closing After 23 Years 'Absolute Travesty': Award-Winning Wilmington Cafe Closing After 23 Years
'Absolute Travesty': Award-Winning Wilmington Cafe Closing After 23 Years A hole-in-the-wall restaurant that has served Greater Boston residents award-winning breakfast for more than two decades is shutting down.  Sunnyside Cafe in Wilmington announced on Facebook that they are closing for good on Friday, June 16 after 23 years in business.  "We need to make way for new apartments," the post read. "We will miss everyone. Most have become friends/family."  Come check out our new look! We have new hours, including 3 evenings a week. We will be incorporating new items into our... Posted by Sunnyside Cafe on Monday, November 7, 2016 Patrons reacted to the news …

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by David Cifarelli
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Sweetgreen To Feature Robot Chefs At Eastern Mass Locations In 5 Years: Report Sweetgreen To Feature Robot Chefs At Eastern Mass Locations In 5 Years: Report
Sweetgreen To Feature Robot Chefs At Eastern Mass Locations In 5 Years: Report A restaurant focused on bringing healthy, fast options to its customers may soon be employing robots to assemble its salads and bowls, reports say.  Sweetgreen, a California-headquartered restaurant chain with eateries in 19 states, plans to use robots to assemble meals at all of its locations within five years, as reported by Restaurant Business.  The brand opened its first restaurant powered by automation, called the sweetgreen Infinite Kitchen, in Naperville, Illinois on May 10, 2023, according to a press release.  The brand acquired Spyce, a Boston-based restaurant company powered by …

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by Morgan Gonzales
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Onto 'New Adventures': Thai Restaurant In Waltham Closing After 30 Years Onto 'New Adventures': Thai Restaurant In Waltham Closing After 30 Years
Onto 'New Adventures': Thai Restaurant In Waltham Closing After 30 Years A Boston-area restaurant that specializes in fine Thai cuisine is shutting down after three decades in business.  The owners of Green Papaya in Waltham have decided "to retire and have new adventures" after "30 wonderful, successful years," they wrote on the restaurant's website.  "We are so appreciative and thankful for the friendships we have made and for all who have supported us during these years and through the difficult times of the covid virus," the message reads. "We are thankful for being able to get to know each of you and your families, and also for the care and kindness you ha…

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by David Cifarelli
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College Students Breathing New Life Into Local Massachusetts Businesses College Students Breathing New Life Into Local Massachusetts Businesses
College Students Breathing New Life Into Local Massachusetts Businesses A group of college students is helping small businesses in Massachusetts make a big impact before they've even crossed the stage and gotten their diplomas.  "Build You is my life," Founder and CEO of Build You Marketing Jake Ross said. "I am excited to continue this full-time after graduation and help the businesses we work with." Ross is the epitome of a self-starter. When the 21-year-old rising senior at Babson College saw the untapped potential that small businesses had, he decided to start his own digital marketing and PR firm.  Build You Marketing works by offering businesses an hour…

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by David Cifarelli