Business & Tech

New Flights + Mother's Day + Shops Closing

Also: New Coffee Shop / Bread Biz / Rite Aid / New Farmers' Market / Hospital Expands / Gourmet Market Closes

LONG ISLAND, NY — On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines about businesses on Long Island. Here's a roundup of the latest business stories, from new restaurants and shops to local artisans and craftsmen, and other stories about the owners who give our businesses heart and dedication.

Breeze Airways Adds New Flight Destination From Long Island
Breeze Airways has announced a new round-trip flight from Long Island MacArthur Airport to a warmer, southern state just in time for summer. Read more.

Emergency Department Expansion Includes 54 Private Exam Rooms
It's a $50 million upgrade for Mount Sinai South Nassau. Read more.

Find out what's happening in Brentwood-Central Islipfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Upstart Coffee Shop Expands With New Baldwin Location

This marks Ready Coffee's fourth shop on Long Island. Read more.

Find out what's happening in Brentwood-Central Islipfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Hollywood Producer Brings Mobile Serpico's Bread Co. To Hamptons
"At Serpico's, bread is not just a product — it's the foundation of everything we do." Read more.

All Rite Aid Stores In NY To Close, Or Be Sold, Including 18 On LI
See what will happen with your prescriptions as Rite Aid prepares to close or sell all its Long Island locations. Read more.

New East End Farmers' Market Coming Soon To Hellenic On North Fork

And that's not all: At the farmers' market, Hellenic owner George Giannaris will be unveiling his new line of freshly-roasted coffee. Read more.

Beloved North Fork Business Owners Bid Adieu Upon Retirement
"We've met so many lovely people and made wonderful friends along the way." — Joanne Cosonas, Tony Medina, Agora - The Little Greek Market. Read more.

Back In Time Hosting Mother's Day Event In Farmingdale
Make a flower bouquet, enjoy complimentary mimosas and light refreshments, and grab a treat from Elise's Niece's Cafe. Read more.

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