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'We Want To Send Our Love': It's (Permanent) Closing Time For Hudson Valley Deli 'We Want To Send Our Love': It's (Permanent) Closing Time For Hudson Valley Deli
'We Want To Send Our Love': It's (Permanent) Closing Time For Hudson Valley 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
Business
Whole Foods To Open New, Small-Format Stores: Look Inside Whole Foods To Open New, Small-Format Stores: Look Inside
Whole Foods To Open New, Small-Format Stores: Look Inside Whole Foods says it will be launching new small-format stores aimed at providing customers with a quick, convenient shopping experience. The company says the stores, targeting urban areas, will provide "easier access to the fresh, high-quality offerings." The new stores will be called Whole Foods Market Daily Shop. The first location to open will be in the Upper East Side in Manhattan with additional locations in New York City to follow.  The first store, located at 1175 Third Ave., is expected to open later this year.  Following the New York City launch, Whole Foods Market pla…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Pair Of Leading Restaurant Chains Could Combine, Report Says Pair Of Leading Restaurant Chains Could Combine, Report Says
Pair Of Leading Restaurant Chains Could Combine, Report Says Two of the nation's leading restaurant chains may soon combine, according to a brand-new report. Under the plan, IHOP and Applebee's would share dining space, the Nation's Restaurant News says., Both eateries are owned by California-based Dine Brands. The company has already launched eight prototype combined IHOP/Applebee's locations -- all in international markets outside the US, the report said. The prototypes feature “discrete entrances,” while inside guests can be seated in both spaces when necessary and possible, Dine Brands CEO John Peyton told the outlet. This would allow overflo…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
New ShopRite Supermarket To Hold Grand Opening In Elmsford New ShopRite Supermarket To Hold Grand Opening In Elmsford
New ShopRite Supermarket To Hold Grand Opening In Elmsford A new 74,000-square-foot ShopRite supermarket is about to open in Westchester.  Located in Elmsford at 320 Saw Mill River Rd. (Route 9A), the new ShopRite will open on Sunday, March 26, and hold a grand opening celebration beginning at 9 a.m. that will include a ceremonial ribbon cutting.  The full-service supermarket will feature an in-store space called "Fresh to Table," which will provide to-go food options and ingredients for those who only have time to make one stop.  The space will offer meals that are ready-to-cook, ready-to-heat, and ready-to-eat, in addition to also…

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by Ben Crnic
Obituaries
'Tony Lived The American Dream': Restaurant Owner In Hudson Valley Dies 'Tony Lived The American Dream': Restaurant Owner In Hudson Valley Dies
'Tony Lived The American Dream': Restaurant Owner In Hudson Valley Dies A longtime restaurant owner in Westchester County has died at the age of 82 following a long illness. Anthony Manousos, of Yonkers, died peacefully at his home on Tuesday, April 26, according to his obituary. He was the husband of Orsa Manousos and the father of Michael and Seva.  He immigrated to the United States at the age of 16 with his father and sister and lived in Yonkers for the rest of his life. "Tony lived the American Dream," his obituary reads. Manousos was proud of his Greek heritage, leading a number of different community organizations, and he had a passion for c…

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by Nicole Valinote
Business
New Hudson Valley Shop Offers Fresh Bagels Made From Scratch New Hudson Valley Shop Offers Fresh Bagels Made From Scratch
New Hudson Valley Shop Offers Fresh Bagels Made From Scratch Spread the word. The owner of a new Hudson Valley bagel shop said the store is off to a strong start and seeing positive feedback from early customers. Eastdale Avenue Bagels, located in Dutchess County, first began its soft opening in November, and officially opened in January, according to owner Alex Maravegias. The Poughkeepsie shop offers more than a dozen flavors of bagels, including sweet flavors like blueberry, cinnamon raisin, and French toast. Maravegias added that the shop's everything bagel is the most popular item on the menu. He said so far, business has been off to a g…

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by Nicole Valinote
Business
New Bagel & Deli Express Opens In White Plains New Bagel & Deli Express Opens In White Plains
New Bagel & Deli Express Opens In White Plains A new bagel shop with a plethora of options for its customers is ready to introduce itself to the members of its new Westchester home. Owner Anthony Barona was scheduled to be joined by White Plains Mayor Tom Roach and other business owners on Wednesday, June 2 to celebrate the grand opening of Bagel & Deli Express on Westchester Avenue. The opening was temporarily delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and Barona said that it’s important to open up his eatery’s doors to show that Westchester, New York, and the rest of the country are recovering from the virus’ financial impact on busine…

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by Zak Failla
Obituaries
Popular Hudson Valley Restaurant Owner, Chef Dies Suddenly At Age 47 Popular Hudson Valley Restaurant Owner, Chef Dies Suddenly At Age 47
Popular Hudson Valley Restaurant Owner, Chef Dies Suddenly At Age 47 The owner of a popular restaurant in the Hudson Valley has died at the age of 47. Chay Ortiz, the founder of Mole Mole, a Mexican eatery in the City of Poughkeepsie, died suddenly at home on Tuesday, March 2, according to his obituary. Known for his truly authentic Mexican food, and super friendly demeanor, Ortiz was busy working on his second restaurant located in the old Cafe Arora at the time of his death. One friend said on Facebook: "This man has given so many opportunities and has created jobs for a vast amount of people throughout the Hudson Valley.  "Chay has donated and volu…

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by Kathy Reakes
Business
Wegmans Sets Official Opening Day For Location Off I-287 Wegmans Sets Official Opening Day For Location Off I-287
Wegmans Sets Official Opening Day For Location Off I-287 With nearly 300 jobs ready to be filled, officials have announced an opening date for the long-awaited Wegmans location in Westchester. As the company continues filling 280 positions, it announced that the latest Wegmans Food Market in Harrison will be opening on Sunday, June 7 on Corporate Drive near I-287 and the Hutchinson River Parkway. “We bring new employees on board to begin training quickly after they’re hired,” said Store Manager Matthew Dailor, who began working at Wegmans 25 years ago as a part-time parking lot attendant. “Our commitment to in-depth training is the main reason w…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Caribbean Fried Chicken Restaurant Opens In Area Caribbean Fried Chicken Restaurant Opens In Area
Caribbean Fried Chicken Restaurant Opens In Area Caribbean Fried Chicken, a new restaurant in Middletown offering Caribbean fare, opened its doors at 198 Monhagen Avenue on Monday, July 29. The opening was celebrated by Middletown Mayor Joseph M. DeStefano, who held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate the new addition to the town’s wide range of small businesses. The concept of Caribbean Fried Chicken’s cuisine was first established by two longtime friends of more than 25 years who have been members of the local community since their teenage years. The two partners have a combined 35 years of both private and professional culinary e…

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by Valerie Musson
Lifestyle
Here's What's On Menu At Newly Opened Hot Dog Express In Pearl River Here's What's On Menu At Newly Opened Hot Dog Express In Pearl River
Here's What's On Menu At Newly Opened Hot Dog Express In Pearl River Have a hankering for a simple, no-nonsense and all-American meal? Stop by Pearl River’s newly opened Hot Dog Express, located at 184 Brightwood Avenue. The food-truck-turned-restaurant was opened by Bill Einhorn, who trained with the Culinary Institute of America, and his wife, Wendy. The eatery, which specializes in hot dogs and customized salads, had its official opening on Wednesday, May 15. The cozy space is about 400 square feet in size and is equipped with just four stools and a no-frills menu. Einhorn, a Nanuet resident and 30-year veteran of the food biz, knew that he wanted his ea…

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by Valerie Musson
Business
Remodeled ShopRite Reopens In Garnerville Remodeled ShopRite Reopens In Garnerville
Remodeled ShopRite Reopens In Garnerville Inserra Supermarkets, Inc. celebrated the Grand Re-Opening of its family-owned and operated ShopRite of Garnerville with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The newly renovated store features a contemporary open floor plan; expanded produce department with fresh local farm-to-table fruits and vegetables; a wide selection of groceries, specialty kosher and international products; and an expanded ShopRite Kitchen with a large variety of delicious prepared foods and soups. The renovated store also features Inserra-signature departments such as Patsy’s butcher department, staffed by master butchers who…

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by Jon Craig