Eatery Closes Over Worker Shortage + Iconic Pizzeria Expands
There was plenty of business news across Connecticut during 2021. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of some of the most-read stories.
Connecticut Eatery Closed After Owner Couldn't Find Workers
An eatery closed, and ownership is citing an inability to find workers as the cause, according to multiple reports.>>>Read More.
Iconic Eatery Reopens After Customer Saves The Day
The 50-year restaurant was forced to close several months ago after a pipe burst, causing major damage inside. A customer saved the day allowing the eatery to reopen.>>>Read More.
Walt Disney Co. Shutting Down CT-Based Animation Studio
The animation studio behind the "Ice Age" and "Rio" films, will be shut down by Walt Disney Co., which owns the studio, according to a studio spokesperson. The spokesperson noted the past year has been "challenging" for Disney on many fronts due to the ongoing coronavirus crisis, which has led to some "very difficult business decisions" for the company.>>>Read More.
Community Comes To The Rescue Of New Restaurant
A restaurant hit hard by the pandemic is bouncing back due to generous donations.>>>Read More.
Toy Store To Close Due To Supply-Chain Issues
The toy store will be closing its doors five months after opening due to supply-chain issues. The owner said at the end of last month products "that would've cost us $3.74 went up to $12.99," Fox 61 reports.>>>Read More.
Popular Wedding Venue Closes Abruptly In Connecticut
A popular wedding and banquet facility has abruptly closed its doors for good.>>>Read More.
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