Everything Must Go: LBI Department Store Hand's Shutters After 70 Years
After nearly 70 years in business, a highly popular Jersey Shore department and convenience store plans to close this spring.
Hand’s, on Long Beach Island, is set to close for good in early April. However, an official closing date for the store at 1310 Long Beach Blvd., in Beach Haven has not been set.
The owner of Hand’s is reportedly retiring and sold the property, according to media reports, which said the store is in “Everything Must Go” mode, with closeout markdowns on products.
Hand’s was founded in 1952. In addition to beach necessities, Hand’s sells clothing, furniture, h…
African American Chamber Of Commerce President Phil Andrews Earns Statewide Honor
The president of the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce Phil Andrews is the 2019 "Small Business Champion," a recognition by the New York District Office of the U.S. Small Business Administration.
The district includes New York City, Long Island, Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster, and Westchester counties.
The LIAACC is the largest African American chamber in New York state said, Andrews.
Being recognized in this way serves as a "motivational factor" to continue the work "we do on a daily basis for many years into the future," he …
Titanic Coffee Opens Shop Alongside Deli In Congers
Raphael Mureb, the owner of Congers staple, Titanic Deli (15 S. Route 303), has embarked on a new business venture right next door: Titanic Coffee.
Titanic Deli has been open since 1998, offering gourmet breakfasts, lunches and more. The menu includes everything from the quintessential bacon, egg and cheese to low carb breakfasts, Latin breakfasts, house wraps, 10-inch heroes, paninis and more.
The deli’s new neighbor, Titanic Coffee, is a juice bar and lounge more focused on hot and cold coffee, tea and espresso as well as other beverages like smoothies and protein shakes.
Though the cafe…
Westchester Mom & Pops: Their 'Secret Sauce' For Surviving, Thriving
There may be yelling.
But it's that honesty, along with loyalty, trust, and a "say anything" mentality that keeps the lines of communication open -- and the wheels to a family business turning, and ultimately, succeeding.
At least that's the consensus of four Westchester family businesses. The husbands, wives, siblings and kids behind Sugar Hi in Armonk, Wallach Jewelry Design in Larchmont, The Modern Paint Group based in New Rochelle, and Frank’s Pizzeria in Croton Falls admit working with family is both exhilarating and challenging and often requires a unique set of hurdles.
F…
