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'We Want To Send Our Love': It's (Permanent) Closing Time For Orange County Deli 'We Want To Send Our Love': It's (Permanent) Closing Time For Orange County Deli
'We Want To Send Our Love': It's (Permanent) Closing Time For Orange County Deli A favorite deli in the region is permanently closing after 10 years in business due to the high costs of everything from eggs to insurance. The owners of the popular Orange County restaurant, Wolfies of Warwick say Saturday, March 30 will be its last day. With tears, owner Sarah Carew said the rising costs are so prohibitive that the decision was made to close despite the many friends she has made, the love for her employees, and the smiles of the customers. "We just can't keep paying the high prices or pass along the increases to our customers any longer," Carew said.  The restauran…

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by Kathy Reakes
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'Pretty Good Run': Restaurant In Region Closes After 3 Decades In Business 'Pretty Good Run': Restaurant In Region Closes After 3 Decades In Business
'Pretty Good Run': Restaurant In Region Closes After 3 Decades In Business A popular restaurant in the region has closed after 31 years in business. Columbia County eatery Blue Plate Restaurant – located in Chatham at 1 Kinderhook Street – informed customers in a Facebook post on Monday, March 4. “A pretty good run of 31 years (minus a few breaks),” owner David Grunberg said. The landmark, three-story building has also been home to Hess’s Market, the Inn Between, Hail Columbia, and others over the years. Opened in 1993, Blue Plate kept longtime diners coming back with dishes like edamame gnocchi and grilled Moroccan shrimp, and appetizers like fried calamari an…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Pasta La Vista: Italian Restaurant Chain Shutters NY Location After 19 Years Pasta La Vista: Italian Restaurant Chain Shutters NY Location After 19 Years
Pasta La Vista: Italian Restaurant Chain Shutters NY Location After 19 Years An Italian restaurant chain with locations across the country has closed several of its New York eateries. Carrabba’s Italian Grill shuttered its Albany County restaurant – located in Latham at 675 Troy Schenectady Road – on Friday, Feb. 23 after 19 years in operation. It was the company’s sole Capital Region location. The restaurant chain also closed its only Long Island locations, in Smithtown at 730 Smithtown Bypass, and in Central Islip at 20 North Research Place. A spokesperson for Carrabba’s parent company, Bloomin’ Brands, told Daily Voice the closures were a business decision that …

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by Michael Mashburn
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Popular Restaurant In Region Closing After 10 Years Popular Restaurant In Region Closing After 10 Years
Popular Restaurant In Region Closing After 10 Years With plenty of five-star reviews and legions of fans, many foodies in the region will be sad to hear that one of their favorites is closing its doors. Sullivan County's Soy Asian Cusine, in Monticello, known for their homemade dumplings, sushi, and "very good Japanese food," according to a Yelper, announced on their Facebook page they will be closing on Monday, Jan. 15. The restaurant didn't give a reason for the closure but did say they wanted to thank everyone for their business and that they would be missed. Always popular with foodies, one diner had this to say just last month on Yelp:…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Hudson Valley Eatery Announces Closure 'With Heavy Heart' Hudson Valley Eatery Announces Closure 'With Heavy Heart'
Hudson Valley Eatery Announces Closure 'With Heavy Heart' After eight years of good food and drinks, a beloved Hudson Valley pub and beer garden is closing its doors. Located in Ulster County, Schatzi's New Paltz will serve its last pierogi and cold beer on Sunday, Dec. 31. The owner, Jeremy Phillips, who announced on Facebook the closure, said it was with a "heavy heart" that he is closing the business. "New Paltz being my home town has and will always hold a special place in my heart," Phillips said. "I love this town and the people of this town." He added that many factors contributed to his decision to close the door including the pandemic,…

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by Kathy Reakes
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'Business Was Very Hard': Pizzeria In Region Closes After 9 Months 'Business Was Very Hard': Pizzeria In Region Closes After 9 Months
'Business Was Very Hard': Pizzeria In Region Closes After 9 Months A struggling pizzeria in the region is calling it quits after less than a year in business. Columbia County eatery Napoli Pizza & Cucina, located in Chatham at 10 Main Street, initially announced that it was temporarily closing on Friday, Dec. 15. A spokesperson later confirmed to Daily Voice that the pizzeria will not be re-opening. “All I know is business was very hard for them, very slow,” the employee said. “They are not planning on opening up again.” Napoli Pizza & Cucina opened in March 2023 in the former PIMA Mediterranean Kitchen building, serving up specialty wood fired …

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by Michael Mashburn
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Hudson Valley Restaurant To Appear On Gordon Ramsay's 'Kitchen Nightmares' Hudson Valley Restaurant To Appear On Gordon Ramsay's 'Kitchen Nightmares'
Hudson Valley Restaurant To Appear On Gordon Ramsay's 'Kitchen Nightmares' A restaurant in the region that closed a short time after filming an episode of Gordon Ramsay's "Kitchen Nightmares," is slated to be featured on the show's upcoming episode. The Love Bites cafe, which was located in Ulster County, will  be featured on the show that is known to rip apart a restaurant, and its owner, at 8 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 13 on Fox. The restaurant in Saugerties was run by childhood sweethearts who "have trouble separating their work and personal lives," according to Fox. To help celebrate the beloved restaurant, wedding photographer and food blogger Jason Bover, wh…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Popular Hudson Valley Eatery Permanently Closes After 14-Year Run Popular Hudson Valley Eatery Permanently Closes After 14-Year Run
Popular Hudson Valley Eatery Permanently Closes After 14-Year Run You could hear the groans of "oh no" when word got out that one of the Hudson Valley's favorite go-to spots for takeout of hot dogs, burgers, and wings has closed permanently. Located in Dutchess County in Fishkill, Elisa's Takeouts has been a fixture for the past 14 years before closing permanently on Wednesday, Oct. 18. The restaurant's owners made the announcement on Facebook saying they loved the business and the customers even more. "To all our wonderful customers, we are sad to inform you that we are closing our doors as of Oct 18th, 2023," the owners wrote. "For us, nothing has bee…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Iconic Hudson Valley Eatery Days Away From Closing After 50 Years In Business Iconic Hudson Valley Eatery Days Away From Closing After 50 Years In Business
Iconic Hudson Valley Eatery Days Away From Closing After 50 Years In Business After a half-century of slinging some of the best hot dogs to be found in the Hudson Valley, the three owners of Smith Street Hot Dogs are hanging up their aprons and closing the business permanently. John Pavlos, one of the owners of the Dutchess County restaurant located of course on Smith Street in the City of Poughkeepsie, told Daily Voice it's time to retire, spend some time with his wife, and travel. "It's been great," Pavlos said. "We have the best customers who have been coming for years." Yum, a couple of Smith Street hot dogs.Smith Street Hot Dogs Packed for years, Pavlos sai…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Popular Restaurant In Hudson Valley Suddenly Closes Popular Restaurant In Hudson Valley Suddenly Closes
Popular Restaurant In Hudson Valley Suddenly Closes A popular and quirky restaurant in the region since 1973, the type usually found in the winding streets of Key West, Florida, has suddenly closed. The news came on Friday, May 5, that the Ulster County favorite The Egg's Nest in High Falls, was closing its doors due to health concerns of the owner. "It is with great sadness that we must announce that we will be ceasing the day-to-day operations of The Egg’s Nest effective immediately," wrote owner Eric Silver on Facebook. "What was meant to be a spring break to hit the reset button brought unexpected and upsetting news related to my health …

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by Kathy Reakes
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Restaurant Once Owned By Richard Gere Closes In Hudson Valley: 'We Are So Grateful' Restaurant Once Owned By Richard Gere Closes In Hudson Valley: 'We Are So Grateful'
Restaurant Once Owned By Richard Gere Closes In Hudson Valley: 'We Are So Grateful' A restaurant once owned by famed actor and Northern Westchester resident Richard Gere has announced its closure.  The Barn at Bedford Post, located in Bedford at 954 Old Post Rd., announced that it closed earlier in the year after more than three years under its current ownership, according to the eatery's website.  A message posted on the restaurant's website by the owners said that "We are so grateful to have been a part of this amazing community."  "We look forward to sharing future experiences with you!" the message continued. No other reason for the closing was given.&n…

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by Ben Crnic
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Popular Italian Restaurant To Close In Hudson Valley Popular Italian Restaurant To Close In Hudson Valley
Popular Italian Restaurant To Close In Hudson Valley One of the Hudson Valley's top Italian restaurants has announced it is closing its doors for good this weekend. J. Dominick's Trattoria in Poughkeepsie announced on Thursday, April 20 on Facebook they would serve their final meals on Saturday, April 22. A favorite for special events and romantic dinners for the past 10 years, the restaurant said: "Thank you for the wonderful memories and cherished friendships." They did not say why they were closing. Shortly after the word got out, fans flocked online to say goodbye and lament the closing of the Route 44 hotspot. "Very sad to see that th…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Family-Owned Orange County Restaurant Announces Closure Family-Owned Orange County Restaurant Announces Closure
Family-Owned Orange County Restaurant Announces Closure A popular Hudson Valley taco restaurant known for its family-friendly environment and yummy brisket tacos has announced it will close for good. Tactikal Tacos located in Orange County on Jersey Avenue in Port Jervis made the announcement on Friday, March 10 they would not reopen in the Spring due to family matters. "As all of you know, our small business is family owned and operated," the business wrote on Facebook. "Family is extremely important to us and our customers have become our extended family as well. It is with sad and heavy hearts that we must announce that we will not be re-open…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Hudson Valley Eatery Announces Closure Hudson Valley Eatery Announces Closure
Hudson Valley Eatery Announces Closure A Northern Westchester restaurant known for its coffee, breakfast, and sandwiches is set to close after less than a year in business.  Daniel's On June, which opened in May 2022 and is located in North Salem at 60 June Rd., has announced that it will be closing on Wednesday, Feb. 15.  The eatery is owned by Daniel Pereira, who also owns The Market at Union Hall, located just down the street in North Salem at 2 Keeler Ln.  In a social media post, Pereira said that those who frequent Daniel's On June would still be able to visit this other location.  The soon-to-be-closing restaurant serve…

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by Ben Crnic
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Popular Italian Restaurant In Area Announces Date For Closure Popular Italian Restaurant In Area Announces Date For Closure
Popular Italian Restaurant In Area Announces Date For Closure The owner of a longtime Hudson Valley restaurant has announced the last date the eatery will be open for business. Marcello’s Ristorante, an Italian restaurant located in Suffern in Rockland County, will have its last official day with its regular menu on Saturday, Dec. 31, Chef Marcello Russodivito announced. 29 DAYS TO LAST OFFICIAL SERVICE AT MARCELLO'S One of my favored video recipe for each day. December 31 is the LAST... Posted by Marcello’s Ristorante on Saturday, December 3, 2022 Russodivito said he is retiring from the restaurant business and plans to focus on other project…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Family-Owned Orange County Eatery Closing After 37 Years In Business Family-Owned Orange County Eatery Closing After 37 Years In Business
Family-Owned Orange County Eatery Closing After 37 Years In Business A popular family-owned Hudson Valley eatery is closing its doors after 37 years in business, but it won't be going far. Yesterdays Fine Food & Spirits in Orange County announced it is closing its business on Main Street in Warwick but will be open at a new, nearby location on Elm Street.  The restaurant made the announcement on Facebook, saying it is leaving the Main Street location with a "heavy heart," and the last day they will be open is on Sunday, Dec. 4. Known for its Shepard's Pie, French onion soup, burgers, and hot roast beef sandwiches to name just a few, the restaurant …

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by Kathy Reakes
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Pizzeria Announces Closure Of Last Hudson Valley Location Pizzeria Announces Closure Of Last Hudson Valley Location
Pizzeria Announces Closure Of Last Hudson Valley Location A popular pizzeria will soon close its last location in Westchester County.  The Coals Pizza location in Bronxville, at 131 Parkway Road, will be closing in the next few weeks, Coals announced on Facebook.  Coals, which also has locations in Fairfield County city of Norwalk and in Portland, Maine, also closed a Westchester location in Port Chester in Dec. 2020.  Earlier report - Popular Westchester Pizzeria Announces Closure Of One Of Its Locations "Come and say goodbye, we love our loyal customers more than we can express here," Coals said in the Facebook post.&n…

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by Ben Crnic
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'Time To Bow Out Gracefully': Family Restaurant In Area To Permanently Close 'Time To Bow Out Gracefully': Family Restaurant In Area To Permanently Close
'Time To Bow Out Gracefully': Family Restaurant In Area To Permanently Close A Hudson Valley restaurant known for its comfort food and craft beer will close for good in the coming weeks.  Laura's Family Restaurant, located in Poughkeepsie, will permanently close on Saturday, Oct. 29, the eatery announced in a Facebook post. "A little under four years ago, with a lot of hard work, a hope and a dream turned into Laura's Family Restaurant," the announcement reads. "We are so incredibly lucky to have experienced the most heartwarming support during the unluckiest time to be in the restaurant industry. Sadly, it's come time for Laura's to bow out gracefully." Nikki…

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by Nicole Valinote
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'Memories Will Live On': Hudson Valley Eatery Announces Closure 'Memories Will Live On': Hudson Valley Eatery Announces Closure
'Memories Will Live On': Hudson Valley Eatery Announces Closure A Northern Westchester eatery has announced plans to close due to staffing shortages. Unwined Winebar & Kitchen, located on Route 6 in Baldwin Place, announced the closure in an Instagram post on Monday, Aug. 1. "Unwined is officially announcing that we will be closed until further notice," the announcement reads. "We have enjoyed serving our local community for the past 4 years and are sad to have to make this decision. Thank you so many of you loyal customers who we became to know as our 'family.' The memories will live on." The eatery offered a variety of small plates, flatbrea…

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by Nicole Valinote
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'Hard To Say Goodbye': Italian Restaurant Closes After 71-Year Run In Middletown 'Hard To Say Goodbye': Italian Restaurant Closes After 71-Year Run In Middletown
'Hard To Say Goodbye': Italian Restaurant Closes After 71-Year Run In Middletown A beloved Italian restaurant in the Hudson Valley is closing after 71 years in business. In Orange County, the owners of Tony Boffa’s Restaurant, located in Middletown, announced that they are retiring and the eatery’s last day in business will be Sunday, Aug. 21. “We were hoping that someone would take over the family business and continue operating under Tony Boffa’s, but unfortunately that will not happen,” reads a post on the restaurant’s Facebook page. The owners went on to say that the restaurant has been their pride and joy and that none of their success would have been possible wi…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Restaurant Announces Closure After 31-Year Run In Goshen Restaurant Announces Closure After 31-Year Run In Goshen
Restaurant Announces Closure After 31-Year Run In Goshen A Hudson Valley farm-to-table restaurant has closed after 31 years in business. The owner of Catherine's Restaurant said in an announcement on Thursday, July 21, that the Orange County eatery has permanently closed. The restaurant was located at 153 West Main St. in Goshen. Chef Stephen Serkes opened Catherine's Restaurant in 1991, offering a seasonal menu and a variety of dishes using locally-sourced ingredients. "This is a very difficult announcement for us," the farewell message to customers reads. "For 31 years, we have proudly served the community and have formed friendships tha…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Restaurant Permanently Closes In Area Restaurant Permanently Closes In Area
Restaurant Permanently Closes In Area A restaurant has permanently closed in the Hudson Valley. The owner of High Falls Kitchenette in Ulster County announced on Monday, March 14, that the restaurant would close after Sunday, March 20. The restaurant is located at 1219 Route 213 in High Falls. "I have had a great run for 41 years but the last 2 years have proved to be a challenge that has proven to be more than we can't overcome," the announcement reads. "I have had the support of so many wonderful people both business and personal . My landlords have been amazing and have given so much support through these trying times . Wi…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Area Restaurant Closes After 15 Years In Business Area Restaurant Closes After 15 Years In Business
Area Restaurant Closes After 15 Years In Business A Hudson Valley restaurant has closed after 15 years in business.  The owners of Mole Mole, a Mexican restaurant located in Ulster County, announced the closure in a Facebook post on Friday, March 4. The eatery is located at 23 Broadway in Kingston. "We thank all of our valued customers, friends, staff and the Kingston community for your support throughout these 15 years," the announcement reads. "Kingston will forever have a special spot in our hearts, to our customers thank you for including us into your weekly routine or for big special moments: birthday parties, work meetings, ann…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Area Restaurant/Bar Put Up For Sale, Owner Announces Area Restaurant/Bar Put Up For Sale, Owner Announces
Area Restaurant/Bar Put Up For Sale, Owner Announces One of the owners of a well-known Hudson Valley restaurant and bar announced that the building is up for sale and the restaurant will eventually close its doors. The building that houses The Anchor in Ulster County has been listed, according to an announcement from owner Brandy Walters on Monday, Feb. 14. Walters said the business will remain open for the time being. "We started this journey almost 11 years ago as Rondout Music Lounge...I can honestly say I have put everything I have into this business," she said in a Facebook post. "The amount of community support is way more than I …

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by Nicole Valinote
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Popular Area Restaurant Closing 'To Prepare For Next Chapter' Popular Area Restaurant Closing 'To Prepare For Next Chapter'
Popular Area Restaurant Closing 'To Prepare For Next Chapter' After seven years, a popular Hudson Valley eatery has closed to “begin preparations for the next chapter.” In Ulster County, the owners of SHINDIG on the corner of Tinker Street in the town of Woodstock announced that their final service was Sunday, Feb. 6 as they prepare to move on to their next challenge. “All good things must come to an end,” they announced. “And after seven years of tinker tots, burgers, and pies, so too must our little SHINDIG.” Moving forward, the space is going to be renovated and reinvented without longtime partner Allison Garksof, who “has elected to begin a jou…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19 'Changed Everything,' Says Owner On Closure Of Area Restaurant COVID-19 'Changed Everything,' Says Owner On Closure Of Area Restaurant
Covid-19 'Changed Everything,' Says Owner On Closure Of Area Restaurant The owner of a longtime Hudson Valley restaurant said the decision to permanently close was made due to the challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Boitson's Restaurant, located in Ulster County, closed its doors after more than 11 years in business, according to an announcement from the owner on Wednesday, Jan. 19. The restaurant was located at 47 North Front St. in Kingston. According to the announcement, the eatery first opened its doors on June 4, 2010, and saw success over the years. However, the pandemic led to new challenges. "Then March of 2020 came and changed everyt…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Diner Hailed As 'Landmark' In Area Closes After 40-Year Run Diner Hailed As 'Landmark' In Area Closes After 40-Year Run
Diner Hailed As 'Landmark' In Area Closes After 40-Year Run A well-known diner has permanently closed after serving customers for more than 40 years in the Hudson Valley. The owner of Airmont Diner, an old-fashioned eatery located in Rockland County, announced the closure on Wednesday, Feb. 16. "The customers of Airmont Diner were not strangers, they are friends and family," owner Dino said in a statement on the eatery's website. "I have enjoyed seeing the children grow and bring their families in to meet me." Many customers filled the comments section of the post announcing the closure on the diner's Facebook page, sharing fond memories of vi…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Eatery Closes After 25 Years In Business In Area Eatery Closes After 25 Years In Business In Area
Eatery Closes After 25 Years In Business In Area A Hudson Valley eatery has permanently closed its doors after 25 years in business.The owner of the Foundry Cafe, located in Putnam County, made the announcement on Saturday, Feb. 12. The eatery was located at 55 Main St. in Cold Spring in the town of Philipstown. The Foundry Cafe was known for its breakfast dishes, including omelets and French toast, along with desserts, including its cheesecake. Owner Jeff Consaga told the Highlands Current that he made the decision to retire at the age of 67. The comment section on the business' Facebook post announcing the closure was filled…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Popular Area Pizzeria Dating Back To The 1930s Closing Popular Area Pizzeria Dating Back To The 1930s Closing
Popular Area Pizzeria Dating Back To The 1930s Closing A popular pizzeria that has been slinging pies since 1937 when Tony Saccoman introduced pizza to the area is closing its doors. Ulster County staple Tony's Pizzeria, located in Kingston, will close on Saturday, Jan. 29, at the end of the night, according to the current owners, Nealey Farrell and her husband, Dylan Kennedy. The couple, who purchased Tony's 10 years ago, said on Facebook that after finding a buyer for the property, they decided it was time to go. "It was not an easy decision for us to make but in retrospect, it’s quite simple because now, for many reasons it’s what is b…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Popular Deli In Hudson Valley Announces Closure Popular Deli In Hudson Valley Announces Closure
Popular Deli In Hudson Valley Announces Closure A popular seafood deli and market has closed its door for good after the owners failed to find a buyer. The owners of Ulster County staple Sea Deli Select Seafood, located in Kingston, announced on Facebook they planned to close as of Monday, Jan. 17, the location after reaching their 70s and wanting to retire, but they can't find a buyer. "We've been trying to keep the Sea Deli open w/a buyer. That hasn't worked out," the owners posted. "At this time, Sea Deli is closing its doors. We are very thankful to all our customers and friends. We'll miss you all." The group plans to continue t…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Popular New Restaurant In Area Announces Temporary Closure Popular New Restaurant In Area Announces Temporary Closure
Popular New Restaurant In Area Announces Temporary Closure A restaurant in the area known for its fantastic views of both a golf course and the mountains has temporarily closed. The popular Ulster County eatery, Maggie Mae's, located in New Paltz, announced on Facebook on Monday, Jan. 10 that it has closed for the season. Although the owners did not give a reason for the closure, they did say they plan to reopen on Friday, March 11 in time for St. Patrick's Day celebrations. The owners thanked patrons for their support during the restaurant's first year and promised to return. The restaurant is known for its expansive views of a golf course and t…

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by Kathy Reakes