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‘Heartbroken:’ Gourmet Frenchtown Cheese Shop Set To Close After Business Deal Falls Through ‘Heartbroken:’ Gourmet Frenchtown Cheese Shop Set To Close After Business Deal Falls Through
‘Heartbroken:’ Gourmet Frenchtown Cheese Shop Set To Close After Business Deal Falls Through The owners of a gourmet Frenchtown cheese shop are closing its doors next month citing a failed business deal with a potential buyer and a lease that won’t be renewed. Gourmand Epicerie on Race Street made the announcement on social media Monday, June 26, stating that the shop would be shuttered on Sunday, July 30 after nine years in business. “This is due to the fact that a business deal to purchase the store fell through coupled with the decision of the building owner not to renew the lease,” the post says. The shop’s merchandise will be offered at half-price until the store’s closing “a…

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by Valerie Musson
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Popular NJ Bakery Shutters After 50 Years In Business Popular NJ Bakery Shutters After 50 Years In Business
Popular NJ Bakery Shutters After 50 Years In Business A popular European bakery is closing its doors after nearly 50 years in business in New Jersey. Sipos Bakery, in Perth Amboy, announced on Facebook that its last day in business would be Sunday, June 4. "We are very thankful to all of our loyal customers for the continuous patronage and support over the decades. We have built wonderful relationships with all of you, both near and far, and we are sad to say goodbye," the shop wrote.  "Whether you were a daily customer, travelled from out of town during the holiday seasons to get traditional Hungarian baked goods, or ordered from our we…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Popular South Jersey Diner Closes After 58 Years Popular South Jersey Diner Closes After 58 Years
Popular South Jersey Diner Closes After 58 Years A popular diner in South Jersey has closed after 58 years in business. Last Sunday, April 30 was the last day of operations for the Cherry Hill Diner on Route 38. An employee made the announcement in a Facebook group: "Myself and the staff of Cherry hill diner would like to thank you all for your patronage over the years," she wrote. "Unfortunately, this Sunday, we close our doors forever. You have let us share your good times, sad times and everything in between. We will miss seeing you all. Thank you! The doors close Sunday afternoon at 5 pm." The Cherry Hill Planning Board earlier this…

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by Cecilia Levine
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North Jersey Wedding Venue 'The Manor' To Shutter After 66 Years North Jersey Wedding Venue 'The Manor' To Shutter After 66 Years
North Jersey Wedding Venue 'The Manor' To Shutter After 66 Years A North Jersey wedding venue will close its doors after 66 years in business come July. The Manor, in West Orange, announced it will be closing on July 6, 2023. "We are agonizingly aware that there is no 'good' time for this to happen and are doing our sincere best to responsibly and respectfully resolve each and every pending event thoughtfully," the Knowles family wrote on the venue's website, thanking clients for graciousness and understanding. "The scale of those whose lives we’ve touched is truly beyond our fathoming — and we have never ceased to be humbled by it. Through the pandemic…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Historic Bergen County Pizzeria Shutters Historic Bergen County Pizzeria Shutters
Historic Bergen County Pizzeria Shutters A popular Bergen County pizzeria is set to close after 25 years in business. Brooklyn's Pizzeria in Edgewater announced the closure on its website. The shop's flagship store opened in the early 1900s in Harlem, NY — its owner, Patsy Lancieri, among the first New Yorkers to use a coal-burning brick oven in the 1990s, the website reads. Years later, Lancieri's nephew, Pat Grimaldi, opened his pizzeria in Brooklyn. Later came the Hackensack location in 1993, where owner John Grimaldi met his wife, Julie. Brooklyn's opened in Edgewater in 1997, and then in Ridgewood in 2001. The Edgewater sho…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Everything 50% Off At Iconic Bergen County Costume Shop Going Out Of Business Everything 50% Off At Iconic Bergen County Costume Shop Going Out Of Business
Everything 50% Off At Iconic Bergen County Costume Shop Going Out Of Business A horror story right before Halloween: One of Bergen County's most popular costume shops is going out of business. But good news for shoppers in the market for a last minute costume: Everything at the Fun-Ghoul Costume Co., which opened 37 years ago is 50 percent off. Owner Cliff Witmyer tells NorthJersey.com that online shopping has hurt his Rutherford business. Witmyer opened the Park Avenue shop with his mom, Cis Witmyer, in 1987 as a full-service, specialty theatrical costume source. According to its website, Fun-Ghoul specialized in rare accessories, prosthetics and special …

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by Cecilia Levine
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Popular Bergen County Pizzeria To Shutter Popular Bergen County Pizzeria To Shutter
Popular Bergen County Pizzeria To Shutter A Bergen County pizzeria that became one of the most popular in the area in just three years of business is shutting its doors. Tavolino announced its last day in business will be Saturday, Sept. 3. Located at 435 Paterson Ave., in Wallington, Tavolino opened in 2019 and was featured in various news and food publications. . The owners say they are helming a new project, and will apparently be offering the "same great pizza in the very near future."

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by Cecilia Levine
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One Of Bergen County's Most Popular Ice Cream Shops Shutters One Of Bergen County's Most Popular Ice Cream Shops Shutters
One Of Bergen County's Most Popular Ice Cream Shops Shutters One of Bergen County's most beloved ice cream shops has closed after seven years in business. Ice Cream By Mike scooped its final dozen-or-so flavors on Sunday, Aug. 14. Owner Michael Elias, who moved his shop from Hackensack to Ridgewood, told NorthJersey.com he "just didn't have enough business." "A farewell to all of our friends and family that has supported us through the way," Elias wrote on Instagram. "...Thank you for the love and we hope to see you again sometime soon." "So sad to see you go but we know what’s next is bigger and better," one customer wrote. "Can’t wait to see what…

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by Cecilia Levine
News
Popular Bergen County Golf Center Closing After 20 Years Popular Bergen County Golf Center Closing After 20 Years
Popular Bergen County Golf Center Closing After 20 Years A popular golf facility with a double-decker driving range will be closing in the fall after nearly 20 years of business in Bergen County. A sign was posted to the doors of Bogota Golf Center announcing the closing ahead of construction on new warehouse facilities approved earlier this year on the property. "While it is sad to be closing Bogota, the customer relationships we have enjoyed over the many years have been deeply rewarding," the sign reads. "Thank you for your support and patronage." Customers are urged to use their rang cards ahead of Sept. 30.

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by Cecilia Levine
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Car Barrels Through Hunterdon County Brewery Causing Major Damage, Long-Term Shutdown (PHOTOS) Car Barrels Through Hunterdon County Brewery Causing Major Damage, Long-Term Shutdown (PHOTOS)
Car Barrels Through Hunterdon County Brewery Causing Major Damage, Long-Term Shutdown (Photos) A car barreled through a Hunterdon County brewery and caused severe damage, shutting the business down until further notice, authorities said. The High Bridge Fire Department responded to the crash alongside several other volunteers at Highrail Brewing Company on Main Street during the afternoon on Friday, June 24, the department said. The squad confirmed a “major intrusion” into the three-story building, which had to be secured before the vehicle could be removed safely without causing additional damage. Dozens of volunteers used top-of-the-line rescue equipment to remove the vehicle whi…

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by Valerie Musson
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Morris County Barber Shop Abruptly Closes After 20 Years Morris County Barber Shop Abruptly Closes After 20 Years
Morris County Barber Shop Abruptly Closes After 20 Years A Morris County barber shop abruptly closed its doors after 20 years as the owner announced that the building had been sold. Amy’s Barber Shop on North Main Street in Wharton made the announcement on its Facebook page Monday evening. “All good things must come to an end and 20 successful years in business is something anyone should be proud of,” owner Amy Cascelli writes. “I was made an offer from someone wanting to buy my building that I couldn’t refuse and with that being said, the front door to Amy’s Barbershop will forever be closed here in Wharton.” The shop had become known for offe…

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by Valerie Musson
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Beloved Hunterdon County Bowling Alley Sets Final Closing Date Beloved Hunterdon County Bowling Alley Sets Final Closing Date
Beloved Hunterdon County Bowling Alley Sets Final Closing Date A beloved Hunterdon County bowling alley will soon close its doors after decades in business. West Hunterdon Lanes LLC on Route 12 in Frenchtown made an announcement Saturday on its Facebook page stating that the property had been sold and that the future owner's plans are unclear. “We are saddened by this news as this has been a place that we have called our second home for so long,” Bob and Tonya Reese said in the post. “We thank you all so much for your support over the years, whether it be coming in to open bowl, joining and participating in leagues, helping with projects around the l…

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by Valerie Musson
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'We Have Finally Been Knocked Down': North Jersey Gelato Shop Closes... For Now 'We Have Finally Been Knocked Down': North Jersey Gelato Shop Closes... For Now
'We Have Finally Been Knocked Down': North Jersey Gelato Shop Closes... For Now A popular North Jersey gelato shop is closing due to COVID-19. Guerriero Gelato in Montclair made the announcement Jan. 3 on Facebook. “We survived two years of COVID, power outages, flooding, Ida, and we kept getting up,” Guerriero Gelato said. “We finally have been knocked down." The shop is owned by award-winning Gelato master Mike Guerriero, who rebranded the "Gelati by Mike" franchise in 2019. “December was pure chaos, pulling the plug on Christmas with record orders for the holiday really hurt," the shop said. "The second one person tests negative, two more are back in quaran…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Northampton County Burger King Shutters: Report Northampton County Burger King Shutters: Report
Northampton County Burger King Shutters: Report A Burger King location in Northampton County abruptly closed its doors this week after more than 30 years in business The Morning Call reports. The signage of the Male Road and Route 512 store in Wind Gap was taken down this week, according to the report, which cites a worker and a written PR statement. The location’s franchisee offered the store’s employees transfers to its nearly two dozen Burger Kings in the Lehigh Valley area, the report says. Nearby Burger King stores are on S. 25th Street in Easton and Easton Nazareth Hwy. in Easton. Click here for the full report fro…

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by Valerie Musson
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‘End Of An Era:’ Popular Hopatcong Deli Permanently Shutters ‘End Of An Era:’ Popular Hopatcong Deli Permanently Shutters
‘End Of An Era:’ Popular Hopatcong Deli Permanently Shutters A popular deli in Hopatcong is permanently closing its doors. Hopatcong Deli & Market on Hopatchung Road made the announcement Thursday on Facebook. “Well Hopatcong friends, unfortunately it is the end of an era,” the post says. “Due to the pandemic and the rising costs of everything, this heartbreaking decision had to be made.” The deli’s last day open is Friday, August 27. Well Hopatcong friends, unfortunately it is the end of a era. Hopatcong Deli and Market will close it's doors as of... Posted by Hopatcong Deli & Market on Thursday, August 26, 2021 “We would like to th…

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by Valerie Musson
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Will Popular Jersey Shore Ice Skating Rink Be Closing? Will Popular Jersey Shore Ice Skating Rink Be Closing?
Will Popular Jersey Shore Ice Skating Rink Be Closing? A popular ice skating rink on the Jersey Shore that's been open for nearly six decades earlier this month announced it would be closing by the end of July. But the Facebook post has since been removed, causing some confusion. The Asbury Park Press and Patch both reported that Brick's Ocean Ice Palace & Ocean Hockey Supply posted the following statement to Facebook on Tuesday: “After almost 60 years of Family Owned & Operated businesses, Ocean Ice Palace & Ocean Hockey Supply will be closing their doors at the end of this month.  We are extremely thankful to all the friends who …

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by Cecilia Levine
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‘Absolutely Speechless:’ Popular Morris County Deli Suddenly Shuts Doors ‘Absolutely Speechless:’ Popular Morris County Deli Suddenly Shuts Doors
‘Absolutely Speechless:’ Popular Morris County Deli Suddenly Shuts Doors A beloved Morris County deli suddenly shut its doors citing business and economic concerns. Ginette’s Deli on Old Wolfe Road in Budd Lake is closed until further notice, according to a Monday night post on its Facebook page. However, the long-standing staple is still filling catering and event needs through its on-call catering and picnic depot divisions, the post says. “Ginette and the deli staff wish to thank our loyal customers and look forward to serving you again soon!” the post says. Several longtime Ginette’s fans commented on the post to share their condolences: “I am absolutely …

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by Valerie Musson
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Popular Morris County Sub Shop Suddenly Closes Doors Popular Morris County Sub Shop Suddenly Closes Doors
Popular Morris County Sub Shop Suddenly Closes Doors A popular sub chain suddenly closed the doors of its Morris County store, leaving just six Garden State locations. Firehouse Subs at the Columbia Turnpike in Florham Park has shut down for good, according to a sign posted to the front door over the weekend. “Thank you for your patronage. We are permanently closed,” the message says. The Florham Park eatery closed because the franchise owner decided to "explore other business ventures," a company representative told Daily Voice. "We are sorry for any inconvenience this has created for our guests and invite them to visit the Union location,…

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by Valerie Musson
Lifestyle
Sad Summer Ending For Popular Jersey Shore Food & Root-Beer Float Joint Sad Summer Ending For Popular Jersey Shore Food & Root-Beer Float Joint
Sad Summer Ending For Popular Jersey Shore Food & Root-Beer Float Joint First, some sad news: Stewart's Root-Beer of Hazlet is closing. The first Stewart's Root-Beer in America opened in 1924. Its current owner in Hazlet Township, Jeff DeBlasio, has been serving the Jersey Shore for 11 years. For nearly a century, the franchise served classic American fast food, with root-beer floats and hot dogs topping the menu. A newer, pretty popular 21st-Century favorite has been "vegan pizza," according to the Hazlet eatery's diehards. A glimmer of good news is that the popular Monmouth County joint at 274 Route 36 will be open a few more days.  Permanent clo…

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by Jon Craig
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Upscale Morristown Restaurant Blames Murphy For Closure Upscale Morristown Restaurant Blames Murphy For Closure
Upscale Morristown Restaurant Blames Murphy For Closure Market Taverne in Morristown has closed. The Mt. Kemble Avenue restaurant served its last meal Sunday, and blamed Gov. Phil Murphy.  "Loosing our business because of the blanket decision by our governor to take away indoor dining from all restaurants instead of simply suspending liquor license for those bars whose owners and patrons violated the safety protocols," Market Taverne said in an Instagram comment. "It’s a sad day 30 employees now unemployed and we lost our livelihood...local family independently owned business." One day before restaurants were set to open for indoor dining, Mu…

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by Cecilia Levine
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COVID-19: 5-Year-Old Among 80 New NJ Cases, Total Rises To 178 COVID-19: 5-Year-Old Among 80 New NJ Cases, Total Rises To 178
Covid-19: 5-Year-Old Among 80 New NJ Cases, Total Rises To 178 A 5-year-old was among New Jersey's 178 presumed positive cases of coronavirus, with 80 new ones as of Monday, state health officials said. Bergen County had by far the most, most in Teaneck where residents over the weekend were urged to self-quarantine. Officials did not say where the pediatric patient was from. An executive order mandated the shutdown of "worldly business" in Bergen County beginning 11 p.m. Tuesday. The news came just as Gov. Phil Murphy ordered all schools closed, and encouraged all NJ residents not to travel between 8 p.m. and 5 a.m. The news was delivered as a r…

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by Valerie Musson
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Newton Restaurant Owners Call Word Of 'Abrupt' Closing Gossip Newton Restaurant Owners Call Word Of 'Abrupt' Closing Gossip
Newton Restaurant Owners Call Word Of 'Abrupt' Closing Gossip The owners of a popular Sussex County restaurant insist word of their business closing is nothing more than gossip. "Until a rumor is confirmed from an owner it is just that, a rumor," The County Seat owner Roger Mora said Wednesday in an email. "If and when we are ready to address these rumors we will. "Just because you just heard a rumor does not constitute an abrupt change or make it true. We are private people and have the right to address this in our own way." An employee at the Water Street restaurant who spoke privately to Daily Voice said the restaurant will be closing Saturday. …

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by Cecilia Levine