Leesburg, VA
Business
Middleburg Pizzeria Wages Unexpected Battle After Pipe Bursts, Asbestos Uncovered Middleburg Pizzeria Wages Unexpected Battle After Pipe Bursts, Asbestos Uncovered
Middleburg Pizzeria Wages Unexpected Battle After Pipe Bursts, Asbestos Uncovered A small-town pizza shop that has been serving up slices for 35 years in Loudoun County is facing an unexpected crisis, and the community is coming together to help keep its doors open. Teddy’s Pizza & Subs, a family-owned favorite that has been a local staple for decades in Middleburg, was forced to shut down indefinitely after burst pipes flooded the restaurant, causing major damage and exposing asbestos in the walls and ceiling, the owners' family said. Damage at Teddy's Pizza & Subs  GoFundMe Unfortunately we will be closed for the next few days until we can get …

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by Zak Failla
Toms River, NJ
News
'Cancel Culture Coleslaw:' Toms River Restaurant Apologizes For 'Proud Boys Burger' 'Cancel Culture Coleslaw:' Toms River Restaurant Apologizes For 'Proud Boys Burger'
'Cancel Culture Coleslaw:' Toms River Restaurant Apologizes For 'Proud Boys Burger' A New Jersey restaurant has found itself at the center of a controversy after a menu item titled the "Proud Boys Burger" sparked widespread outrage on social media.  Aqua Blu Kitchen & Cocktails on Route 37 in Toms River has since issued multiple apologies and taken action in response to the backlash. The burger, described as featuring “white American cheese, onion ring layers of truth, resilience pickles, freedom fries, cancel culture coleslaw, and liberty sauce,” was posted on social media by a customer, igniting immediate criticism. Many took issue with the apparent reference to…

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by Cecilia Levine
Ridgefield Park-Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
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Blind Bendix Diner Owner Fights To Save Route 17 Icon Before It's Too Late Blind Bendix Diner Owner Fights To Save Route 17 Icon Before It's Too Late
Blind Bendix Diner Owner Fights To Save Route 17 Icon Before It's Too Late For decades, the Bendix Diner has been a roadside landmark on Route 17 in Hasbrouck Heights, serving up comfort food and nostalgia to locals and travelers alike.  But now, the iconic diner faces an uncertain future after borough officials shut it down on Friday, Jan. 10, citing code and sanitation violations. Owner John Diakakis says he’s been struggling for years to address the issues with the diner’s fire suppression system but has been unable to find a contractor willing to take on the job. “I’ve tried about 30 people in the last two years alone,” said Diakakis, who also happens to…

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by Cecilia Levine
Allentown, PA
Business
New Lobster Roll Restaurant In Allentown To Serve Maine Delicacy At First PA Location New Lobster Roll Restaurant In Allentown To Serve Maine Delicacy At First PA Location
New Lobster Roll Restaurant In Allentown To Serve Maine Delicacy At First PA Location A taste of the New England coast will arrive in the Lehigh Valley when a lobster restaurant opens its first Pennsylvania location. Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls will have a grand opening for its Allentown location at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 15, the company said in a news release. The restaurant will be at 2845 Center Valley Parkway in Promenade Saucon Valley. Customers at Mason's can order sustainably sourced lobster on either Connecticut-style rolls with warm butter or Maine-style rolls, which are chilled with mayonnaise. The menu also has other dishes highlighting shrimp …

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by Chris Spiker
Wethersfield, CT
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Wethersfield Diner Announces It Will Close: 'All Good Things Come To An End' Wethersfield Diner Announces It Will Close: 'All Good Things Come To An End'
Wethersfield Diner Announces It Will Close: 'All Good Things Come To An End' A popular Connecticut diner that has been a community staple for 75 years will close its doors for good by the end of the month. The Wethersfield Diner announced in a Facebook post that its owners have been unable to secure a new location and will close their restaurant at 718 Silas Deane Highway by the end of January. The Pribyson/Rivera family, who owns the diner, said the restaurant will continue serving its full menu through Friday, Jan. 17. After that, it will reopen Monday and fulfill as many orders as possible until its food supply runs out on Wednesday. The owners claimed the town …

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by Josh Lanier
Lawrence Township, NJ
Business
Captain Paul's Firehouse Dogs Up For Sale After 15 Years Captain Paul's Firehouse Dogs Up For Sale After 15 Years
Captain Paul's Firehouse Dogs Up For Sale After 15 Years Captain Paul’s Firehouse Dogs, a cherished fixture in Mercer County, has announced it is up for sale after 15 years. Owners Paul and Janice Tweedly shared the news on Facebook on Dec. 28, 2024, citing health concerns as the reason behind the difficult decision. "Had surgery on Monday and doctor said I would have more surgeries upcoming if I didn’t slow down," Paul wrote. "Janice and I can’t thank you enough for your support over the 15 years. All the friendships we have made make this a very difficult decision." Captain Paul’s, located at 2230 Princeton Pike in Lawrence Township, opened it…

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by Cecilia Levine
Alexandria, VA
Business
End Of An Era: Here's When Firehook Bakery Plans To Close Its Doors In Alexandria End Of An Era: Here's When Firehook Bakery Plans To Close Its Doors In Alexandria
End Of An Era: Here's When Firehook Bakery Plans To Close Its Doors In Alexandria Soon to be gone, but not forgotten. Firehook Bakery, a staple for DMV foodies, announced that it will be closing all three of its bakeries in the region effective as of Tuesday, Dec. 24, though their presence in the area will live on through their beloved products. "As a result of the store closings, as of Dec. 24, we will no longer be selling the specialty items offered at the bakeries on-line, but will continue to sell our full range of Mediterranean Baked Crackers," officials at the store said. This is what we really mean when we say we’re running to the store for ‘one last thing.’ …

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by Zak Failla
Dover, PA
Business
Wawa Announces Two New Central PA Stores Opening in December Wawa Announces Two New Central PA Stores Opening in December
Wawa Announces Two New Central PA Stores Opening in December Wawa is spreading its wings in Central Pennsylvania with two new stores set to open their doors in December, the company announced Monday, Nov. 25. These highly anticipated additions continue the convenience chain's westward expansion and promise celebrations to match the season. The grand opening events will include free coffee, community giveaways, and Wawa's signature "Hoagies for Heroes" competition, which honors local first responders. Doors will open at 8:00 a.m., with ribbon-cutting ceremonies at 8:30 a.m. Here’s where you can join the festivities: Thursday, Dec. 5 : Store #818…

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by Jillian Pikora
Mount Vernon, NY
Business
Popular Mount Vernon Restaurant Closes Suddenly After 13 Years Popular Mount Vernon Restaurant Closes Suddenly After 13 Years
Popular Mount Vernon Restaurant Closes Suddenly After 13 Years A popular Westchester restaurant that hosted reunions, birthday parties, and get-togethers for locals for more than a decade, announced its sudden and unexpected closure, leaving longtime patrons and city officials heartbroken.  The closure of Maggie Spillane’s Ale House, owned by Tony Spillane and located in Mount Vernon at 571 Gramatan Ave., will take effect on Saturday, Nov. 30, according to an announcement posted on the restaurant’s Facebook page.  Maggie Spillane's quickly became a Westchester staple since opening in 2011. The decision to close was attributed to unforeseen c…

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by Ben Crnic
Millburn-Short Hills, NJ
Business
'Was This Leaked?' Millburn Deli Reacts To Rumored New Location 'Was This Leaked?' Millburn Deli Reacts To Rumored New Location
'Was This Leaked?' Millburn Deli Reacts To Rumored New Location Jersey City is about to get a taste of Millburn Deli. The local legend had its plans leaked — here’s what they said next. Millburn Deli, the beloved sandwich institution known for its iconic Sloppy Joes, has officially confirmed it will be opening a location in Jersey City — but not without a twist. In a cheeky Facebook post, the deli responded to leaked details of its expansion plans with humor and surprise on Thursday, Nov. 21: "Guess this is our official announcement… Jersey City coming 2025," the post read, referencing how the news had surfaced ahead of their intended reveal. The leak…

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by Cecilia Levine
Floral Park-Bellerose, NY
Business
Family-Run Italian Restaurant In Floral Park Closing After 64 Years Family-Run Italian Restaurant In Floral Park Closing After 64 Years
Family-Run Italian Restaurant In Floral Park Closing After 64 Years A cherished, family-run Italian restaurant on Long Island is set to close, leaving decades of meals and memories in its wake. Stella Ristorante – located in Floral Park at 152 Jericho Turnpike – will hold its final dinner service on Tuesday, Dec. 31, co-owner Enza Tomaselli confirmed to Daily Voice. “We had an amazing run all these years and are grateful to everyone along the way,” she said, adding that it’s “time for retirement.” Opened in October 1960 by Italian immigrants and husband and wife Gina and Giuseppe Cerrone, Stella Ristorante first came onto the scene as a pizzeria. Six decad…

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by Michael Mashburn
Paramus, NJ
News
Bergen County Park Will Transform Into Magical Winter Wonderland: Here's When Bergen County Park Will Transform Into Magical Winter Wonderland: Here's When
Bergen County Park Will Transform Into Magical Winter Wonderland: Here's When Tickets to Bergen County’s Winter Wonderland are officially on sale, and the community is gearing up for an unforgettable holiday experience at Van Saun County Park.  The event, which kicks off Friday, Nov. 29, at noon, will transform the park into a festive winter paradise with something for everyone in the family. The event will feature an open-air ice skating rink, a new ice bumper car rink, a craft market village with handmade goods, food trucks, a heated hospitality tent, a beer and wine garden, carousel rides, live music, and much more. “Winter Wonderland truly captures the spir…

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by Cecilia Levine