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Bar 26 Replacing Finks In Dumont Bar 26 Replacing Finks In Dumont
Bar 26 Replacing Finks In Dumont A brand-new barbecue spot is replacing a longtime favorite in Bergen County. Bar 26 BBQ & Grill opened on Friday, April 26 in the space occupied by Fink's BBQ Smokehouse at 26 West Madison Avenue, in Dumont. "Our goal is to fuse traditional barbecue with modern dining to create a delicious menu and happy atmosphere for everyone," the website says. "Come dine with us in the restaurant, grab a drink at the bar, or shoot a game of pool in our lounge! New specials are added weekly!" Dave "Fink" Finkelstein opened Fink's in Dumont in 2012, and its sister restaurant in Suffern, NY four …
Stew Leonard's Announces Opening Of New Food & Wine Store In Clifton Stew Leonard's Announces Opening Of New Food & Wine Store In Clifton
Stew Leonard's Announces Opening Of New Food & Wine Store In Clifton Stew Leonard's has announced the opening date for its food and wine store in Passaic County. The Stew Leonard's Farm Fresh Food and Wine store will be opening on Friday, May 17 in Clifton's Styertowne Shopping Center at 467 Allwood Road.  The 56,000 square foot grocery and wine store is the second of its kind in New Jersey and will feature more than a dozen local vendors from dozens of Garden State farms. The new store will move from its current location at The Promenade Shops at Clifton. The store will feature animatronic shows and a 14-foot tall lighthouse. "This is the most fun my…
'Excitement, Sadness': Pizzeria In Rensselaer County Closing After 12 'Amazing' Years 'Excitement, Sadness': Pizzeria In Rensselaer County Closing After 12 'Amazing' Years
'Excitement, Sadness': Pizzeria In Rensselaer County 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…
'Devastating' Fire Guts 60-Year-Old Eatery In Cohoes; Owners 'Committed To Rebuilding' 'Devastating' Fire Guts 60-Year-Old Eatery In Cohoes; Owners 'Committed To Rebuilding'
'Devastating' Fire Guts 60-Year-Old Eatery In Cohoes; Owners 'Committed To Rebuilding' Around these parts, Hot Dog Charlie’s is an institution. Since 1964, the popular family-owned eatery in Albany County has drawn generations of diners to its quaint Cohoes restaurant – located on the northeast corner of Saratoga Street and Tibbitts Place – with its pork and beef franks topped in a secret recipe chili sauce. But six decades of business came to an abrupt halt on Wednesday, Jan. 31 when a massive fire tore through the building. Emergency crews were called at around 10:20 a.m., with firefighters from multiple agencies responding, including the Cohoes, Green Island, and Watervl…
Somerset County Business Owner, Devoted Dad Christopher Sohnen Dies Unexpectedly, 36 Somerset County Business Owner, Devoted Dad Christopher Sohnen Dies Unexpectedly, 36
Somerset County Business Owner, Devoted Dad Christopher Sohnen Dies Unexpectedly, 36 Somerset County is mourning the loss of a local business owner and devoted father. Christopher Andrew Sohnen died unexpectedly on Saturday, Nov. 4, aged 36, his obituary says. Christopher graduated from Bridgewater-Raritan High School before attending Alvernia University, according to his social media page. He took great pride in having been the sole owner of Green Life Landscape & Design since 2018. Christopher was known for his ability to connect with others in meaningful ways, often through humor and thoughtful conversations. “If you knew Chris, you knew he had a gift to connect …
Iconic Poughkeepsie Eatery Days Away From Closing After 50 Years In Business Iconic Poughkeepsie Eatery Days Away From Closing After 50 Years In Business
Iconic Poughkeepsie Eatery 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…
Summer In Seaport: Here's When You Can Stop By Boston's Latest Outdoor Market Summer In Seaport: Here's When You Can Stop By Boston's Latest Outdoor Market
Summer In Seaport: Here's When You Can Stop By Boston's Latest Outdoor Market The tradition of successful outdoor public markets in Boston will continue as the Seaport District will transform into a space to offer food and fun for the entire family starting this weekend.  The 2023 Seaport Summer Market will officially kick off on Friday, May 13 and will be open to the public on select weekends throughout the summer.  "An outdoor retail market that showcases and celebrates local entrepreneurship, craftsmanship and artistry," the market "will be complimented by a curated selection of prepared foods and beer and wine, all surrounded by renowned retail storefronts," the…
Rose & Dove Gift Shop Closing After Making North Andover 'Unique' For 19 Years Rose & Dove Gift Shop Closing After Making North Andover 'Unique' For 19 Years
Rose & Dove Gift Shop Closing After Making North Andover 'Unique' For 19 Years A local gift shop that became the North Shore's spot for specialty trinkets is closing after nearly 20 years in business.  Kellee Twadelle, owner of Rose & Dove Specialty Gift Shop in North Andover, has decided to retire after running the store for 19 years. While the decision to close was bittersweet, Twadelle said she is excited for her future endeavors.  "Thank you to the generations that have passed through these doors and your commitment in supporting my small business. I will be forever grateful," Twadelle wrote in a Facebook post. "North Andover is a very special place. Continue …
VESTER Café Brings 'Transient' Remote Working Environment To South Boston VESTER Café Brings 'Transient' Remote Working Environment To South Boston
Vester Café Brings 'Transient' Remote Working Environment To South Boston A European-inspired café with all the characteristics of your neighborhood hangout has expanded from Cambridge to Boston to offer more remote employees an ideal spot to work. “I wanted a really transient space that just encouraged interaction and engagements.” Nicole Liu is the owner and founder of VESTER Café, which started with one location at 73 Ames Street in Cambridge’s Kendall Square in 2018. The inspiration for VESTER came from Liu’s international travels, specifically her time in Denmark. VESTER is short for “Vesterbro,” which is the former meatpacking district in an area west o…
One Of Bergen County's Most Popular Ice Cream Shops Shutters One Of Bergen County's Most Popular Ice Cream Shops Shutters
One Of Bergen County's Most Popular Ice Cream Shops Shutters One of Bergen County's most beloved ice cream shops has closed after seven years in business. Ice Cream By Mike scooped its final dozen-or-so flavors on Sunday, Aug. 14. Owner Michael Elias, who moved his shop from Hackensack to Ridgewood, told NorthJersey.com he "just didn't have enough business." "A farewell to all of our friends and family that has supported us through the way," Elias wrote on Instagram. "...Thank you for the love and we hope to see you again sometime soon." "So sad to see you go but we know what’s next is bigger and better," one customer wrote. "Can’t wait to see what…
'One Of The Good Ones': Well-Known Hudson Business Owner Dies At Age 65 'One Of The Good Ones': Well-Known Hudson Business Owner Dies At Age 65
'One Of The Good Ones': Well-Known Hudson Business Owner Dies At Age 65 Tributes are pouring in for a longtime business owner in the region who died this month following a battle with cancer. Herkimer County resident George Pulver Jr., of Little Falls, died Tuesday, July 19, at the age of 65 while surrounded by his wife and children, according to his obituary. Born in Hudson, Pulver was well-known around Columbia County for running his family business, Pulver’s Glass, for more than 40 years, his memorial said. He retired in 2017. The shop, located on Green Street in Hudson, was started by Pulver’s grandfather in 1914 and is still in business today under the o…
Are You Running A Local Business? The Team At Daily Voice Wants To Help Are You Running A Local Business? The Team At Daily Voice Wants To Help
Are You Running A Local Business? The Team At Daily Voice Wants To Help More than ever, success in business is determined by reach in your community. Daily Voice provides a direct line of communication to your neighbors. Whether you’re a new business or an experienced marketer, we want to work with you. Our products make it easy to reach local customers. Our team of experts can fit any budget. We’re your trusted source for news and information. We also want to be your trusted partner in advertising. Reach out whenever you're ready—we'll be here.
Cape May's Montreal Beach Resort Has New Local Owners, Renovation Plans Cape May's Montreal Beach Resort Has New Local Owners, Renovation Plans
Cape May's Montreal Beach Resort Has New Local Owners, Renovation Plans The Montreal Beach Resort and Harry’s Ocean Bar and Grille are changing owners after 56 years in business.  Plans also are in the works to renovate hotel rooms and the Cape May resort's lobby, according to its new owner, Madison Resorts. Madison Resorts is a locally owned hospitality management company headed by property operations veteran Dan Alicea. Alicea has previously worked in the local market, as well as led the revitalization of two historic resorts on the East Coast. “My wife was born and raised in Cape May County. Now operating a piece of its history is a childhood dream com…
'Everything Must Go' At Long Island Eatery's Marketplace Days Away From Closure 'Everything Must Go' At Long Island Eatery's Marketplace Days Away From Closure
'Everything Must Go' At Long Island Eatery's Marketplace Days Away From Closure Everything is on sale at a Long Island restaurant's marketplace as the owners prepare to close the current location. The owners of Pentimento Restaurant & Market announced over the summer that they were unable to extend the current lease in Stony Brook. The business is set to close on Thursday, Sept. 30. #pentimentorestaurant#stonybrookvillage#threevillage#threevillagefamily#northshore#localbusiness#stonybrook#restaurantli... Posted by Pentimento Restaurant on Thursday, July 29, 2021 The owners said they will attempt to find a new location in the area for the restaurant and market…
New Ice Cream Parlor Opens Its Doors In Westchester New Ice Cream Parlor Opens Its Doors In Westchester
New Ice Cream Parlor Opens Its Doors In Westchester A new ice cream parlor has officially opened its doors in Westchester County. Ice Cream Social opened in White Plains on Monday, July 5. The shop is located at 481 Mamaroneck Ave. "The point of Ice Cream Social is to help create the kind of city we want to live in," said Erin O'Keefe, who opened up the shop with Pam Geiger. "We are White Plains natives and love White Plains, and this is our way of giving back to the community, as we're hoping this will be a community-oriented space for friends, family, parents and kids to enjoy."  The business' online menu lists a variety of flav…
Jersey City's 'Van Hook Cheese & Grocery' Expands To Montclair Jersey City's 'Van Hook Cheese & Grocery' Expands To Montclair
Jersey City's 'Van Hook Cheese & Grocery' Expands To Montclair An all-things charcuterie store is expanding opening its second New Jersey location. Van Hook Cheese & Grocery is coming to Montclair at the corner of Grove and Walnut Streets and is expected to open at the end of July, owner Carl Chastain told Daily Voice. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Van Hook Cheese & Grocery (@vanhookcheese) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Van Hook Cheese & Grocery (@vanhookcheese) The family-owned cheese shop first opened in Jerse…
Co-Owner Of Popular Westchester Pizzeria Dies At Age 49 Co-Owner Of Popular Westchester Pizzeria Dies At Age 49
Co-Owner Of Popular Westchester Pizzeria Dies At Age 49 This story has been updated. Westchester County has lost one of its most beloved pizzeria owners. Putnam County resident Joe Piscopo Jr., age 49, of Brewster, the co-owner of Johnny's Pizzeria in Mount Vernon, died on Friday, Jan. 29. Know for his hearty and friendly laugh, Piscopo ran the 79-year-old restaurant with his brother, Ricky, and sisters Concetta and Tina after their mother Maria Piscopo died in 2018 at age 69 from injuries sustained in a crash on I-684. Known for its extra-thin pizza, and for being a kind of meeting place for locals, Johnny's has been home to the Piscopo famil…
Cafe Owner Seeks To Reopen Former Main Street Deli/Market Cafe Owner Seeks To Reopen Former Main Street Deli/Market
Cafe Owner Seeks To Reopen Former Main Street Deli/Market A local cafe owner is seeking to reopen a neighborhood deli and market. Deborah Sargent, who opened Clinton’s Sunshine Cafe in 2017 with her daughter Robin Flores and son-in-law Jesus Flores, is seeking to reopen Burditt Hill Market, 363 Main St., according to a special permit application filed with the Clinton Planning Board. Burditt Hill Market was owned and operated by David and Janice Garrison. The couple also bought and reopened Seafood and More, at 610 Main St., in 2013. Both stores are now closed. A hearing on Sargent’s plans for the old deli will be held Nov. 10, 6 p.m., in the Cli…
2 New Bars Open In Bergen County 2 New Bars Open In Bergen County
2 New Bars Open In Bergen County Two bars have opened in Bergen County. 690 Park has replaced Loft Public House on Anderson Avenue in Cliffside Park. The modern, upscale eatery is owned by the same people who run Lulu Lounge in Edgewater and Ora Café Bistro in Clifton.  Lunch, dinner and bar menus are available with items such as steak sandwiches, butter fried salmon, and a host of cocktails and specialty drinks. Jojo's Bar and Grill has opened in Garfield. The owner, Joanna Afonso, reportedly switched out of the medical field to run the bar on Monroe Street, BoozyBurbs reports. The bar offers open mic nights, happy hou…
Award-Winning Dairy Farm Opens West Hartford Ice Cream Shop Award-Winning Dairy Farm Opens West Hartford Ice Cream Shop
Award-Winning Dairy Farm Opens West Hartford Ice Cream Shop A historic Connecticut dairy farm has opened a new ice cream shop in West Hartford Center. Arethusa Farm Dairy is located at the former site of the Toy Chest on Farmington Avenue. It all started in the late 1860s: Webster Family named their Litchfield farm "Arethusa," after a little pink orchid that grew on the swamp. They delivered milk and dairy products to locals for decades. In 1999, sold the farmland to new owners, who went on to establish their own award-winning dairy herd. Arethusa began bottling its milk and selling products in 2009, and a few years later, opened stores in Bantam …
Longtime Westfield Chocolatier Shutters Longtime Westfield Chocolatier Shutters
Longtime Westfield Chocolatier Shutters A Westfield chocolatier is closing after 116 years in business. Brummer's Chocolates in a Facebook post announced owner George Brummer will be retiring after 47 years. The store opened in Jersey City in 1904, before closing in 1988. The Westfield shop on East Broad Street has been around for the last 31 years. Brummer's will be open Wednesday through Sunday this week from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
College Dropouts Open 2nd Bergen County Pizzeria Since December College Dropouts Open 2nd Bergen County Pizzeria Since December
College Dropouts Open 2nd Bergen County Pizzeria Since December A pair of college dropouts from Wyckoff are taking Bergen County's pizza scene by storm. Michael Ghinelli and Hadi Parhizkaran opened Pizza Club in Edgewater last December, when the previous owner listed the store on the real estate market. Next Wednesday, the new Outwater Lane store will open at the former site of Linwood Pizza. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can create your own pie — or opt for one of Pizza Club’s specialty varieties, which range from Italian classics like Margherita, Bruschetta and Lasagna to modernized American favorites like Philly Cheese Steak, Chicken Bacon…
Uncle Louie's Pizza Replacing Momma's Kitchen In Montvale Uncle Louie's Pizza Replacing Momma's Kitchen In Montvale
Uncle Louie's Pizza Replacing Momma's Kitchen In Montvale Uncle Louie's Pizza will be replacing Momma's Kitchen in Montvale. Momma's announced its W. Grand Avenue location had closed on Friday on Facebook, six years after replacing 15 Grand Bistro. "Bielat Santore & Company, the broker involved in the sale, said the restaurant is "in good hands" under new owner and esteemed restaurateur, Uncle Louie's owner David Brancato, who comes from more than 30 years of experience in the industry. "I am excited to start serving the community of Montvale and Pascack Valley,” said Brancato in a report published by the broker.  "Uncle Louie’s is a great …
SALE PENDING: Toby's Cup In Phillipsburg Will Soon Have New Owners SALE PENDING: Toby's Cup In Phillipsburg Will Soon Have New Owners
Sale Pending: Toby's Cup In Phillipsburg Will Soon Have New Owners Sales are pending for Toby’s Cup, a small and beloved hot dog stand in Phillipsburg. The family-run shack that opened back in the 1940s on Route 22 will soon be under new ownership, LehighValleyLive reports. The buyer is 37-year-old Livingston (Essex County) native Daniel Risis, who reports say owns a successful pawnshop business in the Garden State and is the “driving force” behind an up-and-coming flea market outlet in Phillipsburg. The sale of Toby’s Cup includes the stand itself along with the surrounding area on Route 22 in Lopatcong Township, reports say. The sale price has not been…
Blackjack Mulligan's Replacing Hawthorne Institution Kirker's Inn Blackjack Mulligan's Replacing Hawthorne Institution Kirker's Inn
Blackjack Mulligan's Replacing Hawthorne Institution Kirker's Inn Blackjack Mulligan's Public House will be replacing Kirker's Inn in Hawthorne. Kirker's Inn has been a Diamond Bridge Road institution for nearly 50 years. It was sold last April by longtime  owner Virginia "Ginger" Phiefer to Paul Casale. Locals say the German bar and grille shuttered sometime this fall. The phone at Kirker's Inn was not in service when Daily Voice called Monday. Phiefer posted the following statement on Facebook earlier this year: Ginger Phiefer made the following statement on Facebook earlier this year.Ginger Phiefer This will be the third location for Blackjack Mu…
Long Island's Best Burgers? That's What Many Say About This Eatery In Business For 56 Years Long Island's Best Burgers? That's What Many Say About This Eatery In Business For 56 Years
Long Island's Best Burgers? That's What Many Say About This Eatery In Business For 56 Years Long Islanders know the familiar pale blue signs with "burgers" and "franks" signaling a fast-food drive-in that usually has lines out the door. All American Hamburger Drive-In in Massapequa at 4286 Merrick Road is a town fixture since 1963 though the decor is 50s drive-in and the fare hasn't been updated since, a good thing, nor have the prices, really cheap. The old-school fast-food joint serves the same family recipes of burgers, fries and shakes in a counter-service setup to eat in or carry out. The eatery has plenty of local and out of town fans. Massapequa resident Daniel L., says o…
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Around The Towns: Mamaroneck High School Abuzz, 20 MPH T-Shirts, Peekskill Hispanic Celebration Around The Towns: Mamaroneck High School Abuzz, 20 MPH T-Shirts, Peekskill Hispanic Celebration
Around The Towns: Mamaroneck High School Abuzz, 20 MPH T-Shirts, Peekskill Hispanic Celebration The halls of Mamaroneck High are buzzing with news about beehives. The Westchester high school's Future Business Leaders of America club launched a first-of-its-kind beekeeping initiative in New York state. They were joined by students from science, engineering and culinary classes this week in extracting about 100 pounds of honey from beehives. In the spring of 2018, financed by a grant from the Mamaroneck Schools Foundation, several departments at MHS joined forces to become the first public high school in the state to install bee hives on their high school grounds. Engineering …
'Mac Attack' Sandwich Becoming Popular At This Long Island Deli 'Mac Attack' Sandwich Becoming Popular At This Long Island Deli
'Mac Attack' Sandwich Becoming Popular At This Long Island Deli The "Mac Attack" sandwich has a growing following at a popular Long Island deli. The creation at Hometown Heroes deli in West Islip is the brainchild of co-owner Diane Mowris, her husband and co-owner Ronnie Mowris told Daily Voice, before turning a phone chat over to Diane. There is a photo of the chicken cutlet and macaroni and cheese hero on the Instagram page of HomeTown Heroes in West Islip. The image evokes plenty of hashtag OMGs and hundreds of likes. "It's one of our most popular sandwiches right now," she said. "We make macaroni and cheese and 'Macaroni Bites' which are…
Whole Foods Now Open In Weehawken Whole Foods Now Open In Weehawken
Whole Foods Now Open In Weehawken Whole Foods has officially opened its 20th New Jersey location, at The Shops at Lincoln Harbor in Weehawken.  The 32,000-square-foot location includes a produce department supplied in part by 50 local businesses, as well as a full-service butcher, a prepared foods section, a seafood department and a full-service coffee bar. In addition to an in-house bakery, the store will also serve up offerings from area bakeries Balthazar, Abe Muffins and By The Way Bakery, according to published reports.  Located at 1400 Waterfront Terrace, Whole Foods will be open seven days from 7 a.m. to 10…
These Are Five Places To Enjoy Breakfast In Northern Westchester These Are Five Places To Enjoy Breakfast In Northern Westchester
These Are Five Places To Enjoy Breakfast In Northern Westchester Cozy, county and casual are the kind of breakfast places you'll find in Northern Westchester County. Here are five to try. Market at Union Hall, 2 Keeler Lane, North Salem: Organic and gourmet country market meets cafe in a 19th-century building is one not to miss on the scenic drive from Katonah to Connecticut. They have just baked cakes, pastries, scones and croissants, espresso, coffee, and tea for a Continental breakfast you can have inside or outside in a garden area.  A reviewer on Yelp, Scott P., of Miami, posted "OMG. What a great little place in the middle of nowhere. The…
Hillery Street Restaurant & Grille Under New Ownership Hillery Street Restaurant & Grille Under New Ownership
Hillery Street Restaurant & Grille Under New Ownership The Hillery Street Restaurant and Grille in Totowa is under new ownership. Mike Guerriero and his wife Amy, along with their nephew Mike Guerriero and his wife Breanna, took over the local establishment under the umbrella of The Guerriero Group. The nearly-20-year-old restaurant will be renamed the Hillery Luncheonette and will have a grand opening at the end of the summer. Hillery Luncheonette will have a brand new menu offering breakfast and lunch options. The restaurant will have a high-end coffee bar, fresh juices and more. Mike and Breanna Guerriero are the owners of three ice cream …