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‘Just So Grateful’: Restaurant In Region Closing After 7 Years In Business ‘Just So Grateful’: Restaurant In Region Closing After 7 Years In Business
‘Just So Grateful’: Restaurant In Region Closing After 7 Years In Business For Christopher Knable, that’s a wrap on seven years of serving up comfort food with a side of “old fashioned values.” His Columbia County cafe and bakery, Main St. Goodness – located in Chatham at 20 Main Street – will permanently close on Sunday, Feb. 11. Knable is hanging up his apron and moving overseas after accepting “a really exciting new job,” he said in a video announcement on Facebook. “I just want to say thank you. Thank you, Chatham. It’s really been such a joy and I’m just so grateful to have been here for the last seven years and really enjoyed serving the community,” he said…

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by Michael Mashburn
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'Gave It My All': Closing Of Eatery After 8 Months Is Cautionary Tale Of Business Realities 'Gave It My All': Closing Of Eatery After 8 Months Is Cautionary Tale Of Business Realities
'Gave It My All': Closing Of Eatery After 8 Months Is Cautionary Tale Of Business Realities Stacie Blair spent two years selling baked goods at farmers markets and craft fairs before fulfilling her dream of opening a brick-and-mortar shop. Just two years later, her Saratoga County business, The Sugar Fairy Bakes in Malta, will permanently close on Sunday, Dec. 24. “It is with an extremely heavy heart and swollen tear filled eyes, that I announce Christmas Eve 2023 will be our last day in business,” Blair announced on Facebook. But she wants her customers to know it’s not for a lack of trying. “Those who have supported me over the past 4 years, as well as those who are just meet…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Stewart's Shops Closes Store In Region Over Crime; PD Chief Says Did 'Everything Possible' Stewart's Shops Closes Store In Region Over Crime; PD Chief Says Did 'Everything Possible'
Stewart's Shops Closes Store In Region Over Crime; PD Chief Says Did 'Everything Possible' Local leaders are speaking out after popular convenience store chain Stewart’s Shops announced it was shuttering one of its locations in the region over growing concerns about crime. On Tuesday, Nov. 14, the company announced it was closing its Albany store located near Central Avenue and Manning Boulevard, citing a rise in thefts, robberies, and violent threats against employees. The store’s last day in business will be Thursday, Nov. 16. Apparently miffed at the notion that police hadn’t done enough to prevent the drastic move, Albany Police Chief Eric Hawkins issued a statement saying t…

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by Michael Mashburn
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'Not An Easy Decision': Veteran-Owned Restaurant In Region Shutting Its Doors 'Not An Easy Decision': Veteran-Owned Restaurant In Region Shutting Its Doors
'Not An Easy Decision': Veteran-Owned Restaurant In Region Shutting Its Doors A struggling, veteran-owned restaurant in the region serving breakfast and lunch is shuttering after just over a year in business. Rensselaer County eatery Cafe Twelve 04, located in Rensselaer at 1204 Washington Avenue, will serve its last guests on Sunday, Oct. 29, the business announced on Facebook. “Whelp… Not a post I want to be posting but it’s only right, Sunday will be my last day open at the cafe,” owner Chris Phelan said. “Definitely not an easy decision by any means.” After launching the restaurant in August 2022, Phelan, a US Army veteran, spent “countless dollars and hours” t…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Restaurant In Region Closes Due To Health Concerns Restaurant In Region Closes Due To Health Concerns
Restaurant In Region Closes Due To Health Concerns A family-owned Italian restaurant and pub in the region is closing after less than a year in business. Albany County eatery Joe’s Township Tavern, located in Knox at 1412 Township Road, closed on Saturday, Sept. 30, the company announced on Facebook. Owner Joe Conklin attributed the move to co-owner Nadia Raza’s declining health. “With Nadia’s health concerns, it is too much stress to keep the tavern open,” he said. “We are hoping to open Curry Patta in the future at some point and Nadia is actively searching for a location.” Conklin encouraged customers to join them one last time before…

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by Michael Mashburn
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'This Is The End': Popular Sandwich Shop In Region Closing After 15 Years 'This Is The End': Popular Sandwich Shop In Region Closing After 15 Years
'This Is The End': Popular Sandwich Shop In Region Closing After 15 Years After more than 15 years in business, a popular Capital District sandwich shop is closing its doors for good. Saratoga County eatery Halfmoon Sandwich & Salad Shoppe, located in Halfmoon, made the announcement in a Facebook post Wednesday, Aug. 10. “Everything that has a beginning, has an end. This is the end,” reads the post. “Thank you for 15 amazing years. Thank you for all of your loyal support. Thank you for allowing us to be your trusted hometown deli. Thank you for it all.” Located on Route 9, the restaurant serves up a wide selection of “award winning” sandwiches, paninis, an…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Shop To Close After 20-Year Run In Ulster County Shop To Close After 20-Year Run In Ulster County
Shop To Close After 20-Year Run In Ulster County A Hudson Valley boutique is set to close its doors after more than 20 years in business. Karen Clark Adin, the owner of the Ulster County gift shop Bop to Tottom, announced that the business will close on Saturday, March 26. "I have been so lucky to do what I love for 22 years," Adin said in the announcement on Sunday, Feb. 20. "From the moment I stepped foot in this neighborhood I loved this community for its vibrancy, and I thank everyone for their support of my shop through the years. Now, I'm excited to focus on prioritizing myself in this next, new phase of my life - in retirement!" T…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Popular Store In Area Up For Sale After Nearly 40 Years In Business Popular Store In Area Up For Sale After Nearly 40 Years In Business
Popular Store In Area Up For Sale After Nearly 40 Years In Business The owner of a successful Hudson Valley store that has been in business for decades has announced plans to close her store in the coming months. Leonora Burton, who has owned and run Putnam County staple The Country Goose in Cold Spring since the 1980s, is getting ready to embark upon her next adventure.  "The Country Goose and its truly amazing owner Leonora Burton are saying goodbye to Main Street Cold Spring soon," the Cold Spring Area Chamber of Commerce said in a Facebook post on Sunday, Jan. 23."The spot is a tiny village in itself with its own community. Come visit if you haven’t alr…

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by Nicole Valinote
Business
Pizzeria In Ulster County Announces 'Immediate, Permanent' Closure Pizzeria In Ulster County Announces 'Immediate, Permanent' Closure
Pizzeria In Ulster County Announces 'Immediate, Permanent' Closure A Hudson Valley pizzeria has permanently closed. The owners of Pie For the People in Kingston made the announcement in a Facebook post on Saturday, Nov. 27. "We are saddened to announce the immediate and permanent closure of Pie For The People in Kingston," the post reads. "We want to thank all our customers, their support and for all the love we received throughout the years. We also want to thank our staff for an amazing job and helping us get as far as we did through these crazy times." The pizzeria was located at 55 Washington Ave. in Kingston.

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by Nicole Valinote
Business
Popular Area Store Closes After Nearly 40 Years In Business Popular Area Store Closes After Nearly 40 Years In Business
Popular Area Store Closes After Nearly 40 Years In Business A favorite and much loved Hudson Valley business has closed its doors after almost four decades serving animal lovers across the region.  From dogs to pigs, to kitties and goats, the family-run Red Barn Pet Food & Supplies on Country Road 78 in Orange County announced "with deep sadness," it has closed its Middletown business. The large red barn-style building, a landmark in the area, has been owned by the Glass family for 39 years. The family said on Facebook it will miss the "long-lasting relationship with many of our customers and we are beyond thankful for the patronage that y…

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
Popular Area Eatery To Open At New Location Popular Area Eatery To Open At New Location
Popular Area Eatery To Open At New Location Customers who went into mourning when the Sweet Onion Brewhouse closed its door last year will be happy to know the popular restaurant is reopening the area. The restaurant's owners posted on Facebook they have partnered with Colonial Lanes and GW’s American Burgers to bring the Sweet Onion Brewhouse to a new location in Orange County: Chester. The new location will be in Chester Plaza next to the bowling alley. "Please stay tuned for updates on our opening date, new menu items, and more," the post said. Formerly located in Florida, the brewhouse was known for its all locally sourced food…

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by Kathy Reakes