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Prominent Downtown Restaurant Closes Permanently: CT Business News
Diner Takes Step Toward Becoming Gas Station/ Brewery Closing/ New Raising Cane's Approved/ Layoffs Announced/ Hobby Lobby Sets Opening...
There was plenty of business news across Connecticut this past week. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of some of the most-read stories.
Prominent Downtown Restaurant Closes Permanently
A business official said the closing is a “sad event” for the downtown community. "It was always a great place to grab a bite to eat, meet friends, and even make new ones. However, I feel that our vibrant downtown will continue to be a fantastic destination for diners and shoppers, and I hope we will see a new eatery open in that space soon.">>>Read More.
So Long, Diner. Hello, Gas Station
A longtime diner took a big step toward becoming a gas station, thanks to approvals granted by the Plan Commission.>>>Read More.
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Brewery Closing, Owners Announce ‘Difficult Decision’
The brewery is closing with one “last hurrah,” the owners announced.>>>Read More.
Planning Board OKs Raising Cane's Proposal
The board has paved the way for the popular fried chicken restaurant to open a Boston Post Road location.>>>Read More.
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New Hobby Lobby Store Set To Open In 2025
As construction continues on the town’s first Hobby Lobby location, the company has confirmed the new store is scheduled to open in February.>>>Read More.
Brewery Opens Downtown Location
Tox Brewing Company opened a spot recently and drew large crowds.>>>Read More.
Custom-Sized Rug Company Ernesta Opens New Showroom
This is the company's first showroom in Connecticut and the third overall. Ernesta was created by the co-founders of Peloton.>>>Read More.
Major Company Announces Even More Layoffs
A prominent local company announced that more workers will be let go early next year. Here are the new details on the job losses.>>>Read More.
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