Somerville Grocery Store To Close As Sales Dwindle Somerville Grocery Store To Close As Sales Dwindle
Somerville Grocery Store To Close As Sales Dwindle BFresh Market, a popular small chain of grocery stores in Somerville, said it would shutter one of its locations.  The chain posted on its website that the 244 Elm Street location would close on Oct. 12 at 6 p.m.  Stop & Shop has made the difficult decision to close our bfresh store located at 244 Elm Street in Somerville. The store will close on October 12th at 6:00pm.Our Stop & Shop stores on 779 McGrath Highway and 105 Alewife Brook Parkway in Somerville will continue to welcome local customers, or customers can shop online for home delivery at stopandshop.com. MassLive…
Bergen County Doughnut Shop Replacing Shuttered Hoboken Indian Spot Bergen County Doughnut Shop Replacing Shuttered Hoboken Indian Spot
Bergen County Doughnut Shop Replacing Shuttered Hoboken Indian Spot Dipped Donuts is expanding throughout North Jersey. The donut shop, which opened in Cliffside Park in 2020, announced it is opening Dipped n' Smashed in Hoboken at 91 Washington Street. The restaurant promises to offer build your own donuts, smashed burgers, specialty shakes and hot dogs.  An opening date has not been announced. The restaurant is replacing Curry Up Now, an Indian street food franchise, which had been at the location since early 2020.
Don Mattingly Swings By Waldwick Restaurant Owned By 5X World Series Champ Don Mattingly Swings By Waldwick Restaurant Owned By 5X World Series Champ
Don Mattingly Swings By Waldwick Restaurant Owned By 5X World Series Champ While in town, Donnie Baseball decided to pay a visit to one of his favorite restaurants. Don Mattingly, who was a six-time All Star and won an MVP award while playing for the Yankees, stopped by W's Village Grille in Waldwick this week, the restaurant shared on its Instagram page.  Charlie Wonsowicz and Don Mattingly.wsvillagegrille Instagram The restaurant is owned by Charlie Wonsowicz, who won five World Series titles with the Yankees while serving as director of advanced scouting. Mattingly, who retired from the Bombers in 1995, currently serves as bench coach for the Toro…
'Mega Millions' Ticket Worth $50K Sold At Montgomery County Gas Station 'Mega Millions' Ticket Worth $50K Sold At Montgomery County Gas Station
'Mega Millions' Ticket Worth $50K Sold At Montgomery County Gas Station Check your tickets!  Tuesday was a good day for Maryland Lottery players, with a $50,000 "Bonus Match 5" ticket sold in Montgomery County, along with two "Mega Millions" tickets that are both worth five-figure prizes. On Tuesday, Sept. 19, the winning "Mega Millions" numbers were: 06-09-13-29-66 with a gold "Mega Ball" of 24 and an optional "Megaplier" of X2.  The winning tickets were sold at a Silver Spring gas station, Rockville liquor store, and a Baltimore County Food Lion.  In Montgomery County, a winning $20,000 "Mega Millions" ticket was sold at Ollie's Beer, Wine an…
Multi-Cultural Boston Eatery Named Among 50 Best In America By NY Times Report Multi-Cultural Boston Eatery Named Among 50 Best In America By NY Times Report
Multi-Cultural Boston Eatery Named Among 50 Best In America By NY Times Report Those searching for their next favorite dining experience should plan on visiting a Massachusetts eatery that has been named one of the best restaurants in the country by a New York Times report.  Comfort Kitchen, located in the Dorchester neighborhood of Boston at 611 Columbia Rd., has earned a spot on the New York Times's 2023 Restaurant List, which names the 50 places that the outlet considers the best in America.  The outlet's list was compiled by sending a dozen reporters, editors, and critics to hundreds of eateries throughout the country in order to find their favorites, ac…
Cakes Sold Nationally At Walmart Recalled Due To Possible Peanut Presence: FDA Cakes Sold Nationally At Walmart Recalled Due To Possible Peanut Presence: FDA
Cakes Sold Nationally At Walmart Recalled Due To Possible Peanut Presence: FDA Check the fridge. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that it is recalling a specific cake that was sold at Walmart stores across the country due to a mislabeling issue. David's Cookies issued an alert regarding its "Marketside Chocolate Chip Explosion Cake" with the lot code (see above photo) of #BS23212 which may in fact be "Marketside Ultimate Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake."  According to the FDA, the recalled cakes were mislabeled and does not depict peanuts as a key ingredient in the item, and also lacks a peanut allergen warning. The recalled items are in a 7-ounce,…
Iconic Brand To Open First-Ever Retail Store In White Plains: Here's Where Iconic Brand To Open First-Ever Retail Store In White Plains: Here's Where
Iconic Brand To Open First-Ever Retail Store In White Plains: Here's Where An iconic, well-known toy manufacturer based in Fairfield County will soon be opening its first-ever retail store in its 35-year history at a location in Westchester.  Toy maker Melissa & Doug will be opening its first brick-and-mortar location in White Plains at The Westchester shopping mall at 125 Westchester Ave. on Friday, Oct. 6, company representatives announced.  The new 1,600-square-foot store will be close to the company's headquarters in the Fairfield County town of Wilton, Connecticut.  Products to be sold at the location will include the company's popular pre…
Recall Issued For Kraft American Cheese Singles Due To Choking Hazard Recall Issued For Kraft American Cheese Singles Due To Choking Hazard
Recall Issued For Kraft American Cheese Singles Due To Choking Hazard A recall has been issued for Kraft Singles American cheese because of a choking hazard. Parent company Kraft Heinz said the voluntary recall involves around 83,800 cases of the individually wrapped slices. "The voluntary recall comes as a precaution after a temporary issue developed on one of our wrapping machines, making it possible that a thin strip of the individual film may remain on the slice after the wrapper has been removed," the company said in a statement. "If the film sticks to the slice and is not removed, it could be unpleasant and potentially cause a gagging or choking ha…
Popular Eatery Chain To Open New Mamaroneck Location: 'This Is Special One,' CEO Says Popular Eatery Chain To Open New Mamaroneck Location: 'This Is Special One,' CEO Says
Popular Eatery Chain To Open New Mamaroneck Location: 'This Is Special One,' CEO Says A restaurant chain that has proved to be a hit amongst salad lovers will soon be opening an all-new location in Westchester. Chopt, a chain known for build-your-own salads, will open a new location in Mamaroneck at 1043 West Boston Post Rd. and begin normal business hours on Wednesday, Sept. 20.  Additionally, the eatery will hold a special grand opening event on Tuesday, Sept. 19 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.  The new restaurant will offer customizable salads, warm bowls, and grilled wraps, in addition to special Fall-themed menu items such as Tahin…
You Can Get Free Ices For One Year At Alexandria Family's New Rita's Store You Can Get Free Ices For One Year At Alexandria Family's New Rita's Store
You Can Get Free Ices For One Year At Alexandria Family's New Rita's Store A local family is bringing a new Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard location to Alexandria, and you might be able to score free ices for one year. The Davis family are the franchisees, and will be holding a grand opening on Thursday, Sept. 21. The first 40 customers in line will get free Rita's Italian Ice for one year. the store will be offering guests a $4 small Italian Ice and $5 small Gelati. From 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., To officially commemorate Alexandria’s only Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard location, franchisees Terrain and Toya Davis will host the shop’s official…
Retired Trucker Wins $1K Per Week For Life On Lottery Ticket Sold At Emmitsburg Gas Station Retired Trucker Wins $1K Per Week For Life On Lottery Ticket Sold At Emmitsburg Gas Station
Retired Trucker Wins $1K Per Week For Life On Lottery Ticket Sold At Emmitsburg Gas Station A lifelong Maryland Lottery player from Pennsylvania will now be set for life after winning big on a ticket sold in Frederick County. What started as a leisurely drive across state lines for "Pap Paw," to the Silo Hill Sunoco in Emmitsburg led to the biggest win of the retired trucker's Lottery career, as he cashed in a $1,000-a-week-for-life prize, easily topping the hundreds of dollars he's claimed over the years. The Maryland native who now lives in Pennsylvania said that he would get on the road each day for work and drive across the Maryland State line for more than a decade to play se…
Sierra Outdoor Clothing, Gear Store Opening In Northborough This Weekend Sierra Outdoor Clothing, Gear Store Opening In Northborough This Weekend
Sierra Outdoor Clothing, Gear Store Opening In Northborough This Weekend A national outdoor apparel and equipment retail chain will open a new location in Worcester County later this week.  Sierra specializes in outdoor gear, equipment, and sporting goods and will host a grand opening on Saturday, Sept. 23, at Northborough Crossing on Shops Way.  Festivities begin at 8 a.m. with games, giveaways, and prizes. Mix104.1’s Karson Tager of Karson & Kennedy will be at the store's opening from 8 until 10 a.m. They will also be giving away a $100 gift card in the week leading up to the grand opening on their radio show.  Sierra is owned by …
Sushi Restaurant Closes After 35 Years In Montclair Sushi Restaurant Closes After 35 Years In Montclair
Sushi Restaurant Closes After 35 Years In Montclair A New Jersey sushi restaurant has closed its doors after 35 years. Daikichi, which has been a staple in Montclair for decades, served its last meal on Saturday, Sept. 16. “This was an incredibly difficult decision to make and while we are sad to say goodbye to this era, our family is ready to move on to its next chapter,” the Kaneda family, who owned the restaurant, said. View this post on Instagram A post shared by daikichi (@daikichimontclair) “Thank you for your support, thank you for the wonderful memories together, thank you for allowin…
New Grocery Store Coming To Downtown Hackensack New Grocery Store Coming To Downtown Hackensack
New Grocery Store Coming To Downtown Hackensack Hackensack is getting a new grocery store. Maharaja Hypermarket signed a lease in a 3,500-square-foot space on Main Street. The full-service grocery store will be located at the ground floor of Crossroads 389, located at 389 Main St. The five-story, 119,000-square-foot mixed-use building opened earlier this year. It wasn't immediately clear if Maharaja Hypermarket was affiliated with Maharaja Store, an Indian grocer that ships across the United States. Maharaja translates to prince, or great ruler. "Maharaja Hypermarket’s scheduled opening in the fall will provide a sought-…
Restaurant Off To Strong Start After Expanding In New Rochelle Restaurant Off To Strong Start After Expanding In New Rochelle
Restaurant Off To Strong Start After Expanding In New Rochelle If you often find yourself craving some tasty pad Thai, drunken noodles, curry, and more, you may want to stop by a Thai food restaurant's second location in Westchester. Durian, which originally began in Larchmont, opened a second location in New Rochelle at 227 Main St. in late 2022 and since then, has received praise for its food and service.  The eatery, led by a chef with over two decades of experience cooking in high-end Thai food restaurants, specializes in using fresh ingredients from both local sources and Thailand.  Dishes offered by the location include pad Thai, Tom Y…
Honda Recalling 391K Lawnmower, Pressure Washer Engines Due To Injury Concerns Honda Recalling 391K Lawnmower, Pressure Washer Engines Due To Injury Concerns
Honda Recalling 391K Lawnmower, Pressure Washer Engines Due To Injury Concerns Hundreds of thousands of popular home products are being recalled by Honda due to injury concerns. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced this week that 391,800 Honda lawnmowers and pressure washer engines are subject to the recall due to improperly manufactured parts that can cause the starter rope to retract unexpectedly, creating an injury hazard.  Specifically, the recall is limited to Honda HRN216 and HRX217K6 lawnmowers and the GCV170/200 G5B pressure washer engines. To date, there have been nearly 2,200 reports of incidents related to camshaft failures, in…
Popular North Jersey Burger Joint Hits The Streets With Food Truck Popular North Jersey Burger Joint Hits The Streets With Food Truck
Popular North Jersey Burger Joint Hits The Streets With Food Truck One of North Jersey's most popular burger joints just got itself a sweet set of wheels. Steve's Burgers, which first opened in Garfield in 2009, announced on Instagram that the restaurant is rolling out a food truck: Steve'z on Wheelz. Owner Stephen Chrisomalis said the move is a partnership with Zilpa Rizzo, of Zilpa's Desserts. Zilpa's products are sold at Steve's. View this post on Instagram A post shared by STEVE’Z ON WHEELZ (@stevezonwheelz) In addition to its burgers that draw customers from across the country, Steve'z will have a…
'Passionate Eater' Dad Combines Dominican, Italian Recipes At New North Jersey Sandwich Shop 'Passionate Eater' Dad Combines Dominican, Italian Recipes At New North Jersey Sandwich Shop
'Passionate Eater' Dad Combines Dominican, Italian Recipes At New North Jersey Sandwich Shop A dad from the Dominican Republic has opened a brand-new sandwich shop in North Jersey. Markin Delacruz, a self-described "passionate eater," has brought Sandwichitos to Old River Road, on the border of Edgewater and North Bergen. Delacruz combines recipes from his Dominican background with those of his Italian wife's.  Posted by Sandwichitos on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 North Bergen Mayor Nicholas Sacco and Township Administrator Janet Castro watch as Commissioner Claudia Rodriguez shakes hands with Markin Delacruz as he opens Sandwichitos.Township of North Bergen, NJ A…
Popular Eatery To Expand To Second Location In Mamaroneck Popular Eatery To Expand To Second Location In Mamaroneck
Popular Eatery To Expand To Second Location In Mamaroneck A much-praised dessert shop in Westchester is preparing to open a second location where customers can enjoy delicious, old-fashioned ice cream.  Penny Lick Ice Cream Company will be expanding to a new location in Mamaroneck at 1212 West Boston Post Rd., which will celebrate its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, Sept. 14 at 3 p.m.  The new ice cream shop will be the second Penny Lick Ice Cream to open in Westchester and will join the original location in Hastings-on-Hudson at 580 Warburton Ave., which opened in 2015. The dessert shop, owned and founded…
Soda Stop Leads To $100K Lotto Windfall For Thirsty DC Woman Who Won Twice At Maryland 7-Eleven Soda Stop Leads To $100K Lotto Windfall For Thirsty DC Woman Who Won Twice At Maryland 7-Eleven
Soda Stop Leads To $100K Lotto Windfall For Thirsty DC Woman Who Won Twice At Maryland 7-Eleven A warm day led to a cool win for a lucky Washington, DC woman who won big playing a pair Maryland Lottery tickets. Using a family member's birthday, the winner placed a $1 straight bet on two "Pick 5" tickets that both hit big, earning her $50,000 wins that became a six-figure prize. The winning tickets were sold at 7-Eleven on Central Avenue in Capitol Heights. According to the woman, she had only stopped in Capitol Heights on her way back home in DC to pick up a cool drink. While she was inside the convenience store, she opted to take her chances on the Lottery tickets. Now the 29-year-…
Water Bead Toys Sold At Target Being Recalled After Infant Dies, Child Seriously Injured Water Bead Toys Sold At Target Being Recalled After Infant Dies, Child Seriously Injured
Water Bead Toys Sold At Target Being Recalled After Infant Dies, Child Seriously Injured One child is dead and a second required surgery after playing with a water bead toy that is now being recalled. Buffalo Games is recalling 52,000 "Chuckle & Roar Ultimate Water Beads Activity Kits" due to the potential risk that children could swallow them and face severe, potentially life-threatening consequences, the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced this week. If a water bead is ingested, it expands and can pose ingestion, choking and obstruction hazards inside a child's body, resulting in discomfort, dehydration, and the risk of death. The recalled toys were so…
If You Love French Fries Wait 'Til You See New Arlington Takeout Spot If You Love French Fries Wait 'Til You See New Arlington Takeout Spot
If You Love French Fries Wait 'Til You See New Arlington Takeout Spot What started as dinner for his girlfriend has become the cornerstone of one man's fast-growing restaurant.  And the next stops for For Your Fries Only are in Arlington and Baltimore. The Arlington location has already opened with takeout options in Clarendon (click link above), while four Baltimore locations are coming soon with locations below: 7 S Eden St, Baltimore, MD 3901 Falls Rd, Baltimore, MD 5636 The Alameda, Baltimore, MD 2030 Aliceanna St, Baltimore, MD FYFO began as loaded fries for dinner with his girlfriend in his Cleveland, OH apartment in 2020.  …
Iconic Pizzeria In Yonkers Added To Michelin Guide: 'Well-Deserved Recognition' Iconic Pizzeria In Yonkers Added To Michelin Guide: 'Well-Deserved Recognition'
Iconic Pizzeria In Yonkers Added To Michelin Guide: 'Well-Deserved Recognition' A Westchester pizzeria with a famous name has earned a spot on the reputable Michelin Guide.  Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana, located in Yonkers at 1955 Central Park Ave., is one of the latest additions to the Michelin Guide, which helps readers discover the best restaurants by listing establishments well-received by its reviewers.  In their description of the pizzeria, Michelin writers said that the Yonkers location brings the same level of quality coal-fired pies as the original, iconic location in New Haven, Connecticut.  "Open since 1925, Frank Pepe's has earned cul…
These 7 CT Pizzerias Named Among Best For Regional Styles In State By New Report These 7 CT Pizzerias Named Among Best For Regional Styles In State By New Report
These 7 CT Pizzerias Named Among Best For Regional Styles In State By New Report If you're in the mood for pizza, but not sure which kind, take a look at this list of seven eateries in Connecticut recognized as the best in the state at specializing in certain regional styles, according to a new report by The Washington Post. The seven eateries were selected as part of a database put together by The Post that lists pizzerias in each state specializing in Chicago, Detroit, Neapolitan, New York, Roman, Sicilian, and Tavern-style pizza. According to this report, the seven best restaurants in Connecticut that are the best at certain styles of pizza are: Vi…
These 27 NJ Boston Market Stores Have Reopened After Failing To Pay 314 Workers These 27 NJ Boston Market Stores Have Reopened After Failing To Pay 314 Workers
These 27 NJ Boston Market Stores Have Reopened After Failing To Pay 314 Workers The 27 Boston Market stores in New Jersey that were issued stop work orders last month for failing to pay hundreds of employees have reopened. It gets better, the workers have been compensated. The chicken chain became the center of an investigation by the state's labor department when East Hanover employee Cathy Grimes reported that she and the dozen workers she managed hadn't been paid for two months, the DOL said. It wasn't long before more employees from across the state came forward, too. An investigation by the DOL found that 27 Boston Market stores in the Garden State had not been …
Red Lion Diner Suddenly Closing To Make Way For Wawa Red Lion Diner Suddenly Closing To Make Way For Wawa
Red Lion Diner Suddenly Closing To Make Way For Wawa A new Wawa will replace a historic South Jersey diner that's closing after nearly 50 years. The Red Lion Diner, at 1753 Route 206 in Southampton Township, announced its closure on Sept. 9 in a Facebook post. But the restaurant's iconic Red Lion statue will be preserved. “Dear Beloved Customers," the post read. "With a heavy heart we must inform you that the Red Lion Diner has sold. We will not be opening again. We appreciate all the support and patronage throughout the years. It was a difficult decision however we chose what was best for our families.” Efthimios “Paul” Tsiknakis and his f…
Food Poisoning Incident: Stony Brook Eatery Responds After Dozens Sickened, Lawsuits Filed Food Poisoning Incident: Stony Brook Eatery Responds After Dozens Sickened, Lawsuits Filed
Food Poisoning Incident: Stony Brook Eatery Responds After Dozens Sickened, Lawsuits Filed As the first lawsuits begin to be filed after 28 people were sickened from food poisoning at a popular Long Island sushi restaurant and steakhouse, the owners have now spoken out about the incident for the first time. The incident occurred in Stony Brook on Saturday, Sept. 9 at the Kumo Sushi & Steakhouse when the diners began projectile-vomiting and experiencing extreme gastrointestinal illness.  Earlier report: Dozens Sickened After Dining At Stony Brook Restaurant According to Suffolk County Health Department officials, 28 people, including children were sicken…
Grand Opening Of Hackettstown Book Store Will Feature Signing By Local Author Grand Opening Of Hackettstown Book Store Will Feature Signing By Local Author
Grand Opening Of Hackettstown Book Store Will Feature Signing By Local Author The grand opening of a used book store in Hackettstown is set for this weekend — and it will feature an appearance and signing event by a local author. Lulu’s Book Nook is opening at 206 Main St. inside the Me to You Boutique on Saturday, Sept. 16. i am so excited to announce that lulu’s will have its grand opening this saturday!🥳😆♥️📚 what you need to know: 📍206 Main... Posted by Lulu’s Book Nook on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 The grand opening event starts at 12 p.m. and will feature plenty of used books, as well as beverages and a signing by Garden State native Lisa Hodorovych. T…
First Target Location In Yonkers Announces Opening Date First Target Location In Yonkers Announces Opening Date
First Target Location In Yonkers Announces Opening Date A new Target location in Westchester has announced when it will be holding its grand opening.  The new store, located in Yonkers in the Cross County Center at 8000 Mall Walk, will hold a grand opening on Sunday, Oct. 22, a Target spokesperson announced.  Earlier Report - Two New Target Stores Coming To Westchester, Including Port Chester The 132,000-square-foot store will be the first Target to open in Yonkers.  A spokesperson for the company said the store will bring an "easy, affordable, and convenient shopping experience to new guests in the community.  …
These Virginia Pizzerias Have Best NY-Style Slices, Website Says These Virginia Pizzerias Have Best NY-Style Slices, Website Says
These Virginia Pizzerias Have Best Ny-style Slices, Website Says They might be in Virginia, but they've sure got New York state of mind. Six pizzerias in the Old Dominion have been crowned by the Washington Post as having the best New York-style pizza. The eateries earned recognition as part of a new national database by the Post that categorizes the best restaurants in each state specializing in Chicago, Detroit, Neapolitan, New York, Roman, Sicilian, and Tavern-style pizza. According to the rankings, the pizzerias that are pros at serving up NY-style pies are: The Original Pizza Sam, Newport News Jo-Jo’s Famous Pizza South, Midlothian Pizzoco …
Piscataway Pub Closed After 33 Years Of Business — That Lasted All Of 10 Days Piscataway Pub Closed After 33 Years Of Business — That Lasted All Of 10 Days
Piscataway Pub Closed After 33 Years Of Business — That Lasted All Of 10 Days They thought they were closing for good. Then, 10 days later, a Central Jersey pub rethought its decision and decided not to go out of business after all. Buzzy’s Food & Spirits in Piscataway reopened on Aug. 22 after closing just over a week earlier on Aug. 12.  Owners cited a tremendous outpouring of community support as a reason to reopen until the business is sold. "There was a groundswell of support when we announced out closing," Rob Brownlee told Daily Voice, but he discussed keeping the bar open on a limited basis with his wife Sherrie, who owns Buzzy's. It originally anno…