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Beloved Local Business Closes, Owners Announce ‘Tough Decision’: CT Business News

Popular Restaurant Shutters / Amazon Opens Massive New Facility / Walmart Buys Retail Center / Former Bank Could Become New Eatery & More...

There was plenty of business news across Connecticut. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of some of the most-read stories.

'Tough Decision:' Beloved Local Business Closes, Owners Announce

"Between the struggles of the economy and the difficulty of finding and keeping employees, it's become too hard to continue.">>>Read More.


Popular Restaurant Shutters Downtown

"Bummerino, their chicken nuggets rock," a social media user said. The eatery closed its store doors for good.>>>Read More.

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Amazon Opens Massive New Facility, Adding Hundreds Of New Jobs

“This project represents more than just job creation — it's about establishing a long-term partnership that strengthens our local tax base, improves infrastructure, and provides our residents with enhanced delivery service.”>>>Read More.


Walmart Purchases Retail Center For $44.5 Million

The 165,409-square-foot retail plaza was recently purchased for $44.5 million, according to a commercial real estate broker.>>>Read More.

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Popular National Eatery Opening 4 More CT Locations— See Where

The prominent restaurant chain will be featuring four more locations in Connecticut.>>>Read More.


Former Bank May Become New Rooftop Restaurant

The site plan is sought for a restaurant with alcohol service and indoor/outdoor rooftop dining.>>>Read More.


Sisters To Open Cafe In Their Hometown

A prominent spot will become home to a family-owned and-operated coffee shop.>>>Read More.


Mass Layoffs Announced By Major Business

"We intend to accomplish these layoffs with the least possible disruption to the lives of our associates and the surrounding community," wrote the company.>>>Read More.


Popular Detroit-Style Pizza Restaurant Coming

The location will mark the brand's second outpost in Connecticut.>>>Read More.

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