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Whole Foods Now Open In Weehawken 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…

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by Paul Milo
Mount Pleasant, NY
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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
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…

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by Donna Christopher
Paterson, NJ
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Hillery Street Restaurant & Grille Under New Ownership 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 …

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by Cecilia Levine
Fair Lawn-Glen Rock, NJ
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Fair Lawn Girls Couldn't Believe When Police Officers Showed Up One-By-One At Lemonade Stand Fair Lawn Girls Couldn't Believe When Police Officers Showed Up One-By-One At Lemonade Stand Fair Lawn Girls Couldn't Believe When Police Officers Showed Up One-By-One At Lemonade Stand
Fair Lawn Girls Couldn't Believe When Police Officers Showed Up One-By-One At Lemonade Stand The skies were turning gray and friends Yocheved and Ahuva were just about ready to accept their lemonade stand wouldn't be getting any customers when a Fair Lawn police officer pulled up. The 7- and 8-year-old did their best to contain their excitement as Officer Tiller Uriarte came over and handed them a dollar for the the 5-cent cup of pink lemonade Sunday afternoon. The girls jumped for joy -- their day had been made. It was about to get even better. As soon as Uriarte got in his patrol car, he sent a message through the police computer system to other on-duty officers telling them t…

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by Cecilia Levine
Newburgh, NY
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These Area Burger Joints Rank Among Best In Upstate New York These Area Burger Joints Rank Among Best In Upstate New York These Area Burger Joints Rank Among Best In Upstate New York
These Area Burger Joints Rank Among Best In Upstate New York The Hudson Valley is home to some of the state’s juiciest, beefiest burgers, according to a newly released report. NewYorkUpstate.com took a deep dive into some of the Empire State’s best burger joints and using data from Yelp, released the new report of eateries in the area that are the 31 best burger restaurants in upstate New York. According to the report, factors that determine ranking include the number of reviews, star ranking, and number of negative reviews.”Best" is measured using an algorithm that looks at the number of reviews, star rating for a business, length of time a business…

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by Zak Failla
Mount Vernon, NY
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Iconic Westchester Hardware Store In Business Since 1879 To Close Iconic Westchester Hardware Store In Business Since 1879 To Close Iconic Westchester Hardware Store In Business Since 1879 To Close
Iconic Westchester Hardware Store In Business Since 1879 To Close An iconic Westchester hardware store that has been an institution since the 1800s will be closing its doors. Brewer True Value Hardware in Mamaroneck, which dates back to 1879, will be closing their East Post Road doors over the summer, the owners announced. There has been no announcement about the reasoning behind the closure, which is expected to take effect on July 3. “Sharing with all....starting tomorrow 5/1 there will be signs posted on a Mamaroneck Landmark for a going out of business sale,” Scott Croce posted on Facebook. “As of July 3, 2019, Brewers Hardware will be closing its doo…

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by Zak Failla
Stamford, CT
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New Coffee Shop To Open In Former Starbucks Space In Stamford New Coffee Shop To Open In Former Starbucks Space In Stamford New Coffee Shop To Open In Former Starbucks Space In Stamford
New Coffee Shop To Open In Former Starbucks Space In Stamford Good news for downtown Stamford.  Winfield Street Coffee will open at Ferguson Library this summer where it will occupy the space where Starbucks used to be until it closed in 2018. Renovations will begin May 9 and completed by mid-August, said owner Breno Donatti. The coffee shop will have an outside entrance at 96 Broad Street or you can enter from inside the library. Hours 5:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. The coffee menu includes specialty beverages like Caramel Brulee Latte, Matcha Latte, Cashew Choco Milk, along with the standard espresso, latte, cortadito and more. The food choices are ext…

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by Donna Christopher
Mount Pleasant, NY
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Popular Irish Eatery Eileen's Re-Opens In Westchester Popular Irish Eatery Eileen's Re-Opens In Westchester Popular Irish Eatery Eileen's Re-Opens In Westchester
Popular Irish Eatery Eileen's Re-Opens In Westchester After closing in January of 2018, Eileen’s has reopened at 960 McLean Avenue in Yonkers with a new name, a new look and some fresh Irish fare. Formerly known as Eileen’s Country Kitchen, the eatery was initially established in 1997 by Eileen Mannion. Mannion decided to close the eatery to rethink strategy and redecorate with some modern flair, including exposed brick, new lighting fixtures and more. "The old diner concept is dying," Mannion told Lohud. "The restaurant business has changed due to the advent of apps such as Grub Hub, Door Dash and Uber Eats and we restaurateurs need to chang…

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by Valerie Musson
Jersey City, NJ
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Jersey City's La Concha Owner Bertha D. Torres, 64, Filled Hearts, Stomachs Jersey City's La Concha Owner Bertha D. Torres, 64, Filled Hearts, Stomachs Jersey City's La Concha Owner Bertha D. Torres, 64, Filled Hearts, Stomachs
Jersey City's La Concha Owner Bertha D. Torres, 64, Filled Hearts, Stomachs When Bertha D. Torres opened La Concha in Jersey City, she promised one of her first customers Johnny Baez she'd be there until death. "I will always remember these words," Baez said in a tribute on Facebook. That fateful day came on April 16, when Torres passed away at 64 years old. Community members say she changed the neighborhood for good. Born in the Dominican Republic, Torres launched her 30-year career in Hoboken before settling in Jersey City. She worked hard and was glad to, treating every customer like family and making sure they left with full hearts and stomachs. "It is surre…

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by Cecilia Levine
Elizabeth, NJ
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5 Best Bars In Union County, According To Yelp 5 Best Bars In Union County, According To Yelp 5 Best Bars In Union County, According To Yelp
5 Best Bars In Union County, According To Yelp Is it the wings? The atmosphere? The super cheap drinks? Everyone's got a favorite bar for every occasion. Yelpers have rated the five below best in Union County. 5. Riverside Inn Bar, Cranford: Can't beat the .75 cent tacos on Mondays, or the .50 cent wings during football games. It's small and tends to get packed on weekends -- but that's the fun of it. Photo by Andrew A., Yelp. Riverside Inn BarYELP Andrew A. 4. Ye Old Rathskeller, Cranford: This neighborhood bar is a longtime favorite among locals. Come for the drinks and stay for the company. Ye Old RathskellerYe Old Rathskell…

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by Cecilia Levine
Mount Pleasant, NY
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Popular Westchester Pub Days Away From Closing Time Popular Westchester Pub Days Away From Closing Time Popular Westchester Pub Days Away From Closing Time
Popular Westchester Pub Days Away From Closing Time It’s going to be last call for one of Westchester’s longest operating pubs. After shutting down its kitchen last week, Tighe’s Tavern on Martine Avenue in White Plains has announced it will be closing its doors on Sunday, Feb. 17 after nearly a century in Westchester. Last call will be at approximately 4 a.m. The popular pub has been operating in the area since 1935, serving a series of regulars in the area cold beer and traditional bar food such as burgers and traditional Irish dishes. The space is reportedly being vacated by the owner, who is looking to pursue other ventures. “Still the …

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by Zak Failla
Fair Lawn-Glen Rock, NJ
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Fair Lawn Rescue Squad Applauds Bagel Shop Owner Fair Lawn Rescue Squad Applauds Bagel Shop Owner Fair Lawn Rescue Squad Applauds Bagel Shop Owner
Fair Lawn Rescue Squad Applauds Bagel Shop Owner Members of the Fair Lawn Rescue Squad formally thanked one of their best local benefactors when they awarded a plaque to Neil Samoilis of River Road Hot Bagels. Samoilis and his business "have helped the squad tremendously over the years, helping us raise money through donations," Fair Lawn Rescue Squad President Nicholas Nobre said. "The family-owned business has built a great bond with our members," Nobre said. "We consider them part of the family."

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by Jerry DeMarco