'Devastating' Fire Guts 60-Year-Old Eatery In Capital Region; Owners 'Committed To Rebuilding' 'Devastating' Fire Guts 60-Year-Old Eatery In Capital Region; Owners 'Committed To Rebuilding' 'Devastating' Fire Guts 60-Year-Old Eatery In Capital Region; Owners 'Committed To Rebuilding'
'Devastating' Fire Guts 60-Year-Old Eatery In Capital Region; Owners 'Committed To Rebuilding' Around these parts, Hot Dog Charlie’s is an institution. Since 1964, the popular family-owned eatery in Albany County has drawn generations of diners to its quaint Cohoes restaurant – located on the northeast corner of Saratoga Street and Tibbitts Place – with its pork and beef franks topped in a secret recipe chili sauce. But six decades of business came to an abrupt halt on Wednesday, Jan. 31 when a massive fire tore through the building. Emergency crews were called at around 10:20 a.m., with firefighters from multiple agencies responding, including the Cohoes, Green Island, and Watervl…
Somerset County Business Owner, Devoted Dad Christopher Sohnen Dies Unexpectedly, 36 Somerset County Business Owner, Devoted Dad Christopher Sohnen Dies Unexpectedly, 36 Somerset County Business Owner, Devoted Dad Christopher Sohnen Dies Unexpectedly, 36
Somerset County Business Owner, Devoted Dad Christopher Sohnen Dies Unexpectedly, 36 Somerset County is mourning the loss of a local business owner and devoted father. Christopher Andrew Sohnen died unexpectedly on Saturday, Nov. 4, aged 36, his obituary says. Christopher graduated from Bridgewater-Raritan High School before attending Alvernia University, according to his social media page. He took great pride in having been the sole owner of Green Life Landscape & Design since 2018. Christopher was known for his ability to connect with others in meaningful ways, often through humor and thoughtful conversations. “If you knew Chris, you knew he had a gift to connect …
Iconic Hudson Valley Eatery Days Away From Closing After 50 Years In Business Iconic Hudson Valley Eatery Days Away From Closing After 50 Years In Business Iconic Hudson Valley Eatery Days Away From Closing After 50 Years In Business
Iconic Hudson Valley Eatery Days Away From Closing After 50 Years In Business After a half-century of slinging some of the best hot dogs to be found in the Hudson Valley, the three owners of Smith Street Hot Dogs are hanging up their aprons and closing the business permanently. John Pavlos, one of the owners of the Dutchess County restaurant located of course on Smith Street in the City of Poughkeepsie, told Daily Voice it's time to retire, spend some time with his wife, and travel. "It's been great," Pavlos said. "We have the best customers who have been coming for years." Yum, a couple of Smith Street hot dogs.Smith Street Hot Dogs Packed for years, Pavlos sai…
Summer In Seaport: Here's When You Can Stop By Boston's Latest Outdoor Market Summer In Seaport: Here's When You Can Stop By Boston's Latest Outdoor Market Summer In Seaport: Here's When You Can Stop By Boston's Latest Outdoor Market
Summer In Seaport: Here's When You Can Stop By Boston's Latest Outdoor Market The tradition of successful outdoor public markets in Boston will continue as the Seaport District will transform into a space to offer food and fun for the entire family starting this weekend.  The 2023 Seaport Summer Market will officially kick off on Friday, May 13 and will be open to the public on select weekends throughout the summer.  "An outdoor retail market that showcases and celebrates local entrepreneurship, craftsmanship and artistry," the market "will be complimented by a curated selection of prepared foods and beer and wine, all surrounded by renowned retail storefronts," the…
Specialty Gift Shop Closing After Making North Andover 'Unique' For 19 Years Specialty Gift Shop Closing After Making North Andover 'Unique' For 19 Years Specialty Gift Shop Closing After Making North Andover 'Unique' For 19 Years
Specialty Gift Shop Closing After Making North Andover 'Unique' For 19 Years A local gift shop that became the North Shore's spot for specialty trinkets is closing after nearly 20 years in business.  Kellee Twadelle, owner of Rose & Dove Specialty Gift Shop in North Andover, has decided to retire after running the store for 19 years. While the decision to close was bittersweet, Twadelle said she is excited for her future endeavors.  "Thank you to the generations that have passed through these doors and your commitment in supporting my small business. I will be forever grateful," Twadelle wrote in a Facebook post. "North Andover is a very special place. Continue …
VESTER Café Brings 'Transient' Remote Working Environment To South Boston VESTER Café Brings 'Transient' Remote Working Environment To South Boston VESTER Café Brings 'Transient' Remote Working Environment To South Boston
Vester Café Brings 'Transient' Remote Working Environment To South Boston A European-inspired café with all the characteristics of your neighborhood hangout has expanded from Cambridge to Boston to offer more remote employees an ideal spot to work. “I wanted a really transient space that just encouraged interaction and engagements.” Nicole Liu is the owner and founder of VESTER Café, which started with one location at 73 Ames Street in Cambridge’s Kendall Square in 2018. The inspiration for VESTER came from Liu’s international travels, specifically her time in Denmark. VESTER is short for “Vesterbro,” which is the former meatpacking district in an area west o…
One Of Bergen County's Most Popular Ice Cream Shops Shutters One Of Bergen County's Most Popular Ice Cream Shops Shutters One Of Bergen County's Most Popular Ice Cream Shops Shutters
One Of Bergen County's Most Popular Ice Cream Shops Shutters One of Bergen County's most beloved ice cream shops has closed after seven years in business. Ice Cream By Mike scooped its final dozen-or-so flavors on Sunday, Aug. 14. Owner Michael Elias, who moved his shop from Hackensack to Ridgewood, told NorthJersey.com he "just didn't have enough business." "A farewell to all of our friends and family that has supported us through the way," Elias wrote on Instagram. "...Thank you for the love and we hope to see you again sometime soon." "So sad to see you go but we know what’s next is bigger and better," one customer wrote. "Can’t wait to see what…
'One Of The Good Ones': Well-Known Business Owner In Capital District Dies At Age 65 'One Of The Good Ones': Well-Known Business Owner In Capital District Dies At Age 65 'One Of The Good Ones': Well-Known Business Owner In Capital District Dies At Age 65
'One Of The Good Ones': Well-Known Business Owner In Capital District Dies At Age 65 Tributes are pouring in for a longtime business owner in the region who died this month following a battle with cancer. Herkimer County resident George Pulver Jr., of Little Falls, died Tuesday, July 19, at the age of 65 while surrounded by his wife and children, according to his obituary. Born in Hudson, Pulver was well-known around Columbia County for running his family business, Pulver’s Glass, for more than 40 years, his memorial said. He retired in 2017. The shop, located on Green Street in Hudson, was started by Pulver’s grandfather in 1914 and is still in business today under the ow…
Cape May's Montreal Beach Resort Has New Local Owners, Renovation Plans Cape May's Montreal Beach Resort Has New Local Owners, Renovation Plans Cape May's Montreal Beach Resort Has New Local Owners, Renovation Plans
Cape May's Montreal Beach Resort Has New Local Owners, Renovation Plans The Montreal Beach Resort and Harry’s Ocean Bar and Grille are changing owners after 56 years in business.  Plans also are in the works to renovate hotel rooms and the Cape May resort's lobby, according to its new owner, Madison Resorts. Madison Resorts is a locally owned hospitality management company headed by property operations veteran Dan Alicea. Alicea has previously worked in the local market, as well as led the revitalization of two historic resorts on the East Coast. “My wife was born and raised in Cape May County. Now operating a piece of its history is a childhood dream com…
'Everything Must Go' At Long Island Eatery's Marketplace Days Away From Closure 'Everything Must Go' At Long Island Eatery's Marketplace Days Away From Closure 'Everything Must Go' At Long Island Eatery's Marketplace Days Away From Closure
'Everything Must Go' At Long Island Eatery's Marketplace Days Away From Closure Everything is on sale at a Long Island restaurant's marketplace as the owners prepare to close the current location. The owners of Pentimento Restaurant & Market announced over the summer that they were unable to extend the current lease in Stony Brook. The business is set to close on Thursday, Sept. 30. #pentimentorestaurant#stonybrookvillage#threevillage#threevillagefamily#northshore#localbusiness#stonybrook#restaurantli... Posted by Pentimento Restaurant on Thursday, July 29, 2021 The owners said they will attempt to find a new location in the area for the restaurant and market…
New Ice Cream Parlor Opens Its Doors In Westchester New Ice Cream Parlor Opens Its Doors In Westchester New Ice Cream Parlor Opens Its Doors In Westchester
New Ice Cream Parlor Opens Its Doors In Westchester A new ice cream parlor has officially opened its doors in Westchester County. Ice Cream Social opened in White Plains on Monday, July 5. The shop is located at 481 Mamaroneck Ave. "The point of Ice Cream Social is to help create the kind of city we want to live in," said Erin O'Keefe, who opened up the shop with Pam Geiger. "We are White Plains natives and love White Plains, and this is our way of giving back to the community, as we're hoping this will be a community-oriented space for friends, family, parents and kids to enjoy."  The business' online menu lists a variety of flav…
Jersey City's 'Van Hook Cheese & Grocery' Expands To Montclair Jersey City's 'Van Hook Cheese & Grocery' Expands To Montclair Jersey City's 'Van Hook Cheese & Grocery' Expands To Montclair
Jersey City's 'Van Hook Cheese & Grocery' Expands To Montclair An all-things charcuterie store is expanding opening its second New Jersey location. Van Hook Cheese & Grocery is coming to Montclair at the corner of Grove and Walnut Streets and is expected to open at the end of July, owner Carl Chastain told Daily Voice. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Van Hook Cheese & Grocery (@vanhookcheese) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Van Hook Cheese & Grocery (@vanhookcheese) The family-owned cheese shop first opened in Jerse…