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McDonald's Much-Awaited Chicken Big Mac To Debut - Here's When McDonald's Much-Awaited Chicken Big Mac To Debut - Here's When
McDonald's Much-Awaited Chicken Big Mac To Debut - Here's When The iconic McDonald's Big Mac sandwich will soon have a new twist. Chicken. After making appearances on McDonald’s menus around the world, the Chicken Big Mac will now be available in the US for a limited time starting Thursday, Oct. 10, at participating locations while supplies last. The original Big Mac has been an international staple since its introduction in 1968. The ingredients for the new sandwich are similar to the original—except, of course, there are no all-beef patties and no onions. The Chicken Big Mac is comprised of two tempura battered chicken patties, special sauce, lett…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Acclaimed Restaurant Closing In Region After Decade: 'We Are Forever Touched' Acclaimed Restaurant Closing In Region After Decade: 'We Are Forever Touched'
Acclaimed Restaurant Closing In Region After Decade: 'We Are Forever Touched' For husband-and-wife team Nick and Sarah Suarez, it’s about to be a wrap on a decade of culinary excellence. Their Columbia County restaurant – Gaskins in Germantown — will hold its final dinner service on Sunday, Nov. 24, the couple announced on Facebook. “Deciding to close has been the hardest decision of our life,” they said in their post Wednesday, Sept. 11. “As strange as it feels to say goodbye, we know that what we have created, with all of you, has been truly spectacular.” The Suarezes said there was no single reason for the closure, “rather an understanding that after 10 years of …

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by Michael Mashburn
Business
Popular Eatery To Open New Location In Northern Westchester: Here's When Popular Eatery To Open New Location In Northern Westchester: Here's When
Popular Eatery To Open New Location In Northern Westchester: Here's When If you've been craving sweets, mark your calendars: a popular cookie company known for unique flavors is opening another location in Northern Westchester.  New, updated report - Update: Popular Eatery's New Location Now Open In Northern Westchester Crumbl Cookies will hold a grand opening for a new location in Yorktown Heights at 3333 Crompond Rd. Suite 2A on Friday, June 7, the company announced on social media. The company's locations are known for serving six unique flavors of cookies that rotate every week. Some of the company's 275-plus specialty flavors include co…

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by Ben Crnic
Lifestyle
'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
Lifestyle
Popular Shop Known For Stuffed Bagels Set To Open Second Location In Hudson Valley Popular Shop Known For Stuffed Bagels Set To Open Second Location In Hudson Valley
Popular Shop Known For Stuffed Bagels Set To Open Second Location In Hudson Valley Bagel lovers will soon have a chance to sample one stuffed with all kinds of fillings including pizza, chicken parmigiana, or even a Reuben when a cult favorite opens a second shop in the Hudson Valley.  Moonrise Bagels, which opened its first shop in Ulster County in 2021 in Woodstock, announced its stuffed bagels have been such a success that it now plans to open a Dutchess County location in Poughkeepsie.  The new hotshot bagel shop that was featured on the Today Show, and can even be shipped across the country through Gold Belly will be located within the Hudson Heritage Deve…

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by Kathy Reakes
Obituaries
'Tony Lived The American Dream': Longtime Restaurant Owner In Westchester Dies 'Tony Lived The American Dream': Longtime Restaurant Owner In Westchester Dies
'Tony Lived The American Dream': Longtime Restaurant Owner In Westchester 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
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 Westchester Location Wegmans Sets Official Opening Day For Westchester Location
Wegmans Sets Official Opening Day For Westchester Location 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