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'Excitement, Sadness': Pizzeria In Region Closing After 12 'Amazing' Years 'Excitement, Sadness': Pizzeria In Region Closing After 12 'Amazing' Years
'Excitement, Sadness': Pizzeria In Region Closing After 12 'Amazing' Years After more than a decade of slingin’ pies, a well-reviewed pizzeria in the region is calling it quits. Rensselaer County eatery Village Pizza & Deli – located in the Village of Nassau at 2 Melden Street – will permanently close on Friday, May 10. “After 12 amazing years, the time has come for our family to take on a new adventure,” owners Jim and Marsha Winters said on Facebook. “It is with both excitement and sadness that we share the news that we have sold Village Pizza.” The couple told longtime followers that between now and closing day they intend to use up what they have in stock…

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by Michael Mashburn
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'We Want To Send Our Love': It's (Permanent) Closing Time For Deli In Region 'We Want To Send Our Love': It's (Permanent) Closing Time For Deli In Region
'We Want To Send Our Love': It's (Permanent) Closing Time For Deli In Region 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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Pizzeria In Region Closing Due To Owner's Health Issues: 'Incredibly Difficult' Pizzeria In Region Closing Due To Owner's Health Issues: 'Incredibly Difficult'
Pizzeria In Region Closing Due To Owner's Health Issues: 'Incredibly Difficult' A well-reviewed pizzeria in the region will close after just a year and a half in business. Albany County eatery Spindle City Pizza, located in Cohoes at 84 Ontario Street, will cease operations on Saturday, March 30, owner Ryan Hotaling said on Facebook. “Making this decision was incredibly difficult, but as a sole proprietor, with a minimalist support team on hand only a few hours per week, facing lingering health uncertainties, it is a necessary step,” he said. Earlier Report: New Pizzeria In Cohoes Wins Praise From 'Crust Snob' The restaurant opened in October 2022 and quickly …

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by Michael Mashburn
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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 Region's Sole Location After 19 Years Pasta La Vista: Italian Restaurant Chain Shutters Region's Sole Location After 19 Years
Pasta La Vista: Italian Restaurant Chain Shutters Region's Sole 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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'With Heavy Heart,' Restaurant In Region Closes 'With Heavy Heart,' Restaurant In Region Closes
'With Heavy Heart,' Restaurant In Region Closes A well-reviewed restaurant in the region is shutting down after three years in business. Saratoga County eatery Nani’s Indian Kitchen – located in Ballston Spa at 256 Milton Avenue – permanently closed on Saturday, Dec. 30. “With a heavy heart, we wanted to let all our customers know today is our last day,” owner Nafeesa Koslik said on Facebook. “We are very grateful for the support and love we received over the previous three years. We have met fantastic people through our little restaurant and will forever cherish these relationships.” Opened in 2020, Nani’s served a number of Indian d…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Popular Restaurant In Monticello Closing After 10 Years Popular Restaurant In Monticello Closing After 10 Years
Popular Restaurant In Monticello 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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New Paltz Eatery Announces Closure 'With Heavy Heart' New Paltz Eatery Announces Closure 'With Heavy Heart'
New Paltz 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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'Very Difficult Decision': Italian Restaurant In Region Closing After 2 Years 'Very Difficult Decision': Italian Restaurant In Region Closing After 2 Years
'Very Difficult Decision': Italian Restaurant In Region Closing After 2 Years Yet another restaurant in the region is ending the year on a sour note. Belt Line 3, located in Albany at 340 Hamilton Street, will permanently close on Friday, Dec. 29, owner Angela Carkner announced on Facebook. “It was a very difficult decision to make. We were so proud to revitalize an empty space in Hudson Park/Center Square and breathe life into it again,” Carkner said.  “We have loved meeting you all, hosting your big life events and especially enjoyed the new customer relationships that have turned into friendships.” View this post on Instagram …

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by Michael Mashburn
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'Difficult, Emotional Decision': Restaurant In Region Closing After 10 Months 'Difficult, Emotional Decision': Restaurant In Region Closing After 10 Months
'Difficult, Emotional Decision': Restaurant In Region Closing After 10 Months A struggling restaurant in the region is calling it quits after less than a year in business. Albany County eatery Durant’s at Van Schaick – located in Cohoes at the Van Schaick Island Country Club but open to the public – will close on Saturday, Jan. 27. “It is with a humble heart and great sadness that we, Courtney and Tommy Durrant, inform our loyal customers, supportive followers, and Van Schaick Island Country Club members that we have decided to cease operations at Durrant’s,” the business said on Facebook. “This was a very difficult, emotional decision for us…” Durant’s opened in …

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by Michael Mashburn
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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
Lifestyle
Saugerties Restaurant To Appear On 'Kitchen Nightmares,' Watch Party Planned Saugerties Restaurant To Appear On 'Kitchen Nightmares,' Watch Party Planned
Saugerties Restaurant To Appear On 'Kitchen Nightmares,' Watch Party Planned 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
Business
Popular Eatery In Region Permanently Closes After 14-Year Run Popular Eatery In Region Permanently Closes After 14-Year Run
Popular Eatery In Region 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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'Forever Grateful': Popular Restaurant In Region Closing After 5 Years In Business 'Forever Grateful': Popular Restaurant In Region Closing After 5 Years In Business
'Forever Grateful': Popular Restaurant In Region Closing After 5 Years In Business A popular restaurant in the region featuring seasonal dishes sourced from local farms is calling it quits after more than five years in business. Malcolm’s, located in Schenectady at 617 Union Street, has permanently closed, owner Nate Germain announced on Facebook Sunday, July 23. “It is with a heavy heart that we are announcing that Malcolm’s will be closing our doors,” Germain said. “It has been so rewarding to bring our love of food to the city of Schenectady.” He did not give a reason for the closure but went on to thank the restaurant's customers and employees for their “hard work an…

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by Michael Mashburn
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'Closed For Business': Popular Restaurant Chain Shutters Location In Region 'Closed For Business': Popular Restaurant Chain Shutters Location In Region
'Closed For Business': Popular Restaurant Chain Shutters Location In Region A popular chain of restaurants serving up traditional American pub food has closed one of its locations in the region. Saratoga County’s 99 Restaurants, located in Clifton Park at 306 Clifton Park Center Road, was permanently shuttered on Monday, June 26. “Our restaurant is closed for business,” reads a recorded message when calling the location. The company did not provide a reason for the closure. According to several posts on the Clifton Park Neighbors Facebook group, all of the restaurant’s employees were offered positions at other 99 Restaurants locations in the Capital Region. “Tak…

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by Michael Mashburn
Lifestyle
Iconic Eatery In Region Days Away From Closing After 50 Years In Business Iconic Eatery In Region Days Away From Closing After 50 Years In Business
Iconic Eatery In Region 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 High Falls Restaurant Suddenly Closes Popular High Falls Restaurant Suddenly Closes
Popular High Falls Restaurant 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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Popular Restaurant In Region Closed 'Until Further Notice' Popular Restaurant In Region Closed 'Until Further Notice'
Popular Restaurant In Region Closed 'Until Further Notice' A popular restaurant in the region known for its handmade European food has temporarily shuttered. See updated story here: Popular Troy Eatery Closes After 16 Years: 'Thank You From Bottom Of Our Heart' Muza, located in Troy at 1300 15th Street, is closed “until further notice,” the restaurant said in a Facebook post on Wednesday, May 3. “Please continue to follow our Facebook or check out our website for any updates we may have,” the post continues.  Muza Restaurant is temporarily closed until further notice. Please continue to follow our facebook or check out our... Posted by …

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by Michael Mashburn
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Restaurant Once Owned By Richard Gere Closes In Region: 'We Are So Grateful' Restaurant Once Owned By Richard Gere Closes In Region: 'We Are So Grateful'
Restaurant Once Owned By Richard Gere Closes In Region: '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 Region Popular Italian Restaurant To Close In Region
Popular Italian Restaurant To Close In Region 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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'Time For Next Chapter': Restaurant In Region Announces Closure 'Time For Next Chapter': Restaurant In Region Announces Closure
'Time For Next Chapter': Restaurant In Region Announces Closure A restaurant in the region known for its fresh, homemade Italian cuisine is closing after five years in business. Saratoga County eatery Geppetto’s Restaurant, located in Schuylerville at 120 Broad Street, will serve its last diners on Sunday, April 2, owner Amelia Wistuk announced on Facebook. “Geppetto’s will be closing its doors after this weekend,” Wistuk said. “I have put a lot of thought into this decision, and it is time for the next chapter in my life.” Geppetto’s will be closing its doors after this weekend. I have put a lot of thought into this decision, and It is time... Po…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Family-Owned Restaurant In Area Announces Closure Family-Owned Restaurant In Area Announces Closure
Family-Owned Restaurant In Area 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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Popular Italian Restaurant In Region Announces Date For Closure Popular Italian Restaurant In Region Announces Date For Closure
Popular Italian Restaurant In Region 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 Area Eatery Closing After 37 Years In Business Family-Owned Area Eatery Closing After 37 Years In Business
Family-Owned Area 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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'Not Easy To Share': Popular Restaurant Closing Location In Region After 60 Years 'Not Easy To Share': Popular Restaurant Closing Location In Region After 60 Years
'Not Easy To Share': Popular Restaurant Closing Location In Region After 60 Years After six decades of serving hungry customers, a popular restaurant in the region is closing its doors. Ted’s Fish Fry, which has several locations in the Capital Region, will close its north Troy restaurant, located on 2nd Avenue, the company announced in a Facebook post Monday, Oct. 17. “This news is not easy for us to share, but we have made the difficult decision to close the doors of our North Troy location,” the company wrote. “We cannot fully express our deep gratitude for our employees, patrons and the Lansingburgh community,” the post continues. “You have supported us for 60 ye…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Pizzeria Announces Closure Of Location In Region Pizzeria Announces Closure Of Location In Region
Pizzeria Announces Closure Of Location In Region 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': Eatery In Region Announces Closure 'Memories Will Live On': Eatery In Region Announces Closure
'Memories Will Live On': Eatery In Region 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': Restaurant Closes After 71-Year Run In Area 'Hard To Say Goodbye': Restaurant Closes After 71-Year Run In Area
'Hard To Say Goodbye': Restaurant Closes After 71-Year Run In Area 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 Area Restaurant Announces Closure After 31-Year Run In Area
Restaurant Announces Closure After 31-Year Run In Area 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
Lifestyle
High Falls Restaurant Permanently Closes High Falls Restaurant Permanently Closes
High Falls Restaurant Permanently Closes 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