Farewell to Great Neck’s beloved burger joint: it officially closed its doors after four tasty years

Cheesy double bacon smashburger served at Great Neck’s popular burger spot Kai Burgers and Dumplings

Beloved smashburger‑and‑dumpling spot leaves a tasty legacy and a few misty eyes Great Neck’s culinary scene lost a standout on July 15, when Kai Burgers & Dumplings flipped its last patty. The cozy, pub‑style eatery earned rave reviews—landing on Newsday’s “best things we ate” list in 2023—yet owner Lei “Denny” Gao says the numbers, and life’s demands, finally caught up. Why Kai … Read more

Goodbye to Airtime Hill—Seguin’s ZDT’s amusement park confirms closure date this summer

Visitors enjoying Airtime Hill roller coaster at ZDT’s Amusement Park in Seguin before its upcoming permanent closure.

Low attendance and rising costs push beloved family venue toward an August farewell, leaving thrill seekers across South Texas counting down their final rides. ZDT’s Amusement Park, the pocket‑sized playground east of San Antonio, will switch off its lights for good on Aug. 17 after 18 seasons of go‑karts, water slides and its headline‑grabbing wooden shuttle … Read more

Farewell to Clovis’ famous second-hand movie theater with $3 tickets: it closes its doors for good after 40 memorable years

Exterior of UA Clovis Movies 8 theater at Shaw and Villa avenues in Clovis, California.

The Valley’s beloved $3 second‑run cinema bows out, leaving moviegoers searching for new cheap seats. The final reel has rolled at UA Clovis Movies 8, the no‑frills eight‑screen complex at Shaw and Villa avenues that served generations of film fans since 1985. Its quiet closure last month ends the Fresno‑Clovis area’s era of second‑run “cheapo” theaters—and, for many, a … Read more

The barbecue restaurant at Rolling Acres Plaza has suddenly closed after only eight months in business

Exterior of Crave BBQ restaurant at Rolling Acres Plaza, closed after eight months of operation

The Joneses blame steep franchise fees and low margins for the rapid shutdown, leaving diners and would‑be franchisees asking hard questions. Crave Hot Dogs BBQ and Beer has pulled the plug on its Rolling Acres Plaza restaurant in The Villages barely eight months after firing up its smokers last October. Owners Amanda and Philip Jones say mounting start‑up costs and razor‑thin profits made … Read more

Goodbye to the Army Museum? Plans are underway to close the only space honoring military personnel from the Pacific Northwest, but residents are not giving up without a fight

Exterior view of McChord Air Museum with a sign showing museum hours and blue balloons outside

The Lewis Army Museum, located at Joint Base Lewis-McChord near DuPont, Washington, is facing the very real threat of closure. This historic museum, dedicated to preserving the experiences of soldiers from the Pacific Northwest, may soon be lost, sparking an outcry among the local community and museum supporters. The U.S. Army recently announced plans to … Read more

Confirmed: This iconic Colorado craft beer spot is closing its doors on July 20 after a difficult decision

Can of West Golden Fadeaway IPA from Over Yonder Brewing with a mountain backdrop in Golden, Colorado.

Over Yonder Brewing, a beloved local brewery near the Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Golden, Colorado, has announced that it will be closing its doors on July 20. Since its opening in 2019, the brewery has gained popularity for its variety of craft beers, its bluegrass music events, and its dog-friendly space. Now, after much consideration, … Read more

Goodbye to this beloved Ohio pizzeria: it has announced that it will be closing in the coming days due to “irreconcilable differences”

A selection of delicious pizzas from a local Ohio pizzeria, featuring pepperoni, sausage, and vegetables.

Antonio’s Pizzeria, a beloved staple of Westerville, Ohio, will close its doors for good later this week. The decision comes after more than 20 years in business, following what owner Rita Vaccari Pavuk described as “irreconcilable differences” with the landlord. The pizzeria will shut down after service on July 19. Antonio’s Pizzeria has been a … Read more

It’s official: these beloved US amusement parks are closing after nearly 50 years

Riders enjoy a thrilling roller coaster ride at an amusement park, highlighting the excitement before park closures.

The closure of these parks will affect leisure options in major urban and suburban areas Six Flags Entertainment Corporation has confirmed the permanent closure of two historic amusement parks in the United States. Six Flags America and Hurricane Harbor, both located in Bowie, Maryland, will cease operations at the end of the 2025 season. Additionally, … Read more

Say goodbye to iconic Disney World attractions: they are closing to make way for a new record-breaking area

Mickey Mouse waves beside Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom as Disney World prepares to close attractions for the upcoming Piston Peak expansion.

Visitors to Magic Kingdom are facing reality after the closure of three beloved Frontierland attractions on July 7 so that Disney can carry out its largest expansion to date, a theme park inspired by national parks called Piston Peak. Frontierland’s Rivers of America, Tom Sawyer Island and the Liberty Square Riverboat have delighted guests for five decades. Now … Read more

Confirmed: a major US airline cancels hundreds of flights between July and September — here are the reasons why

Aerial view of airplanes parked at gates in major US airport affected by flight cancellations

Hundreds of Southwest Airlines flights axed from July through September. Vacation planners facing sticker shock will have one more obstacle this summer: fewer Southwest options. The carrier confirmed it will scrub 247 flights across its July‑to‑September schedule, trimming capacity particularly at St. Louis Lambert International Airport. Southwest’s latest cutback follows a $149 million first‑quarter loss and a … Read more

Goodbye to Los Ángeles businesses: they face closure and are deserted after recent crackdowns by ICE

Donald Trump next to California highway sign symbolizing ICE raids' impact on local businesses.

Heavy immigration enforcement has turned once‑bustling commercial strips into near‑silent streets, severely battering immigrant‑run businesses and their workers. Santee Alley—the bargain‑hunter’s hub of the downtown fashion district—should be shoulder‑to‑shoulder in July. Instead, metal shutters already rattle as vendors close early. Community leaders blame a surge of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations that have driven … Read more

Farewell to the historic restaurant in Chinatown: it has been evicted to make way for a luxury real estate project

Historic Chinatown gate in Washington D.C. above H Street businesses

The four‑decade staple joins a shrinking roster of mom‑and‑pop shops fighting to stay in Washington’s historic Chinatown. Full Kee, the Cantonese eatery whose steaming bowls have warmed Washingtonians since the mid‑1980s, must vacate its H Street home after receiving a July 1 notice from its landlord. The decision paves the way for a luxury commercial project—and leaves … Read more

Confirmed: A popular fried chicken chain files for Chapter 11, store closures underway

Sticky's fried chicken restaurant storefront with neon slogan promoting chicken fingers

Fans may breathe a little easier, but the battered New York chicken‑finger chain still faces a steep climb back to stability. Sticky’s Finger Joint, the once‑buzzy fried‑chicken upstart with cult‑favorite sauces, has secured tentative court approval to sell its assets for $2 million and keep operating under Chapter 11 protection. The ruling, handed down by a Delaware bankruptcy judge … Read more

Farewell to Galveston’s iconic rooftop brewery: it closes this Sunday and the owner confirms a party to say goodbye

Stuttgarden Tavern rooftop beer garden in Galveston with Carnival cruise ship docked in the background

Co‑owner cites mounting pressures as the Strand district mainstay plans a final weekend blow‑out to pay staff and say goodbye. Stuttgarden Tavern—a three‑story German‑style beer hall that became a ritual stop for island visitors—will close its doors after service on Sunday, July 6. Co‑owner John Mortensen announced the decision Thursday in a Facebook video, telling fans the … Read more

A major clothing rental company in New York closes its doors after a financial scandal

Businessman holding Chapter 7 bankruptcy document amid financial scandal

A once‑shining name in the clothing‑rental boom is shutting its doors for good. CaaStle, the New York–based “closet as a service” platform, has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and will liquidate its remaining assets after months of turmoil and a headline‑grabbing fraud scandal. CaaStle’s petition, lodged in U.S. Bankruptcy Court on June 27, lists just $10 million to $50 million … Read more

Say goodbye to Santa Clara’s iconic theme park: it plans to close after 50 years

California's Great America entrance with fountains and carousel on a sunny day in Santa Clara.

Merger economics and an expiring land lease put Northern California’s only major thrill‑park on the brink. Six Flags fans in the Bay Area got a jolt this week: top company executives signaled that California’s Great America in Santa Clara could operate for just two more summers, closing after the 2027 season unless a costly lease … Read more

Say goodbye to this amusement park: it is slowly approaching closure as the lease expiration date draws near

Roller coaster at California’s Great America as it approaches possible closure by 2027 lease expiration

California’s Great America may shut its gates after the 2027 season Six Flags hints at a ticking lease clock while Bay Area favorite still lines up summer fun California’s Great America has thrilled Northern California families for nearly half a century, but the ride appears to be approaching its final lap. During a June investors‑day Q&A, … Read more

Farewell party on June 28: Tremont’s beloved bohemian and trendy neighborhood bar is closing its doors for an unexpected change

View through the bright red entrance of Lava Lounge, 1307 Auburn Ave., revealing bar interior days before its farewell closure.

Beloved Tremont bar offers discounts, DJs and a fresh start for the space. After more than a quarter‑century in Cleveland’s Tremont neighborhood, Lava Lounge will pour its final round this weekend. Owners Ricardo Sandoval and Jack Anfang are saying goodbye with a two‑night celebration that mixes bargain bites, cheap drinks and a dash of nostalgia … Read more

Say goodbye to the only restaurant that still cooks in an open charcoal fireplace: it closes on June 29 but returns on September 19

Two chefs in white uniforms stand beside The Pub’s signature open-charcoal fireplace grill inside the historic Pennsauken steakhouse

Beloved South Jersey steakhouse announces a June 30–Sept 18 hiatus, promises September 19 comeback. The Pub, the 74‑year‑old Tudor‑style steakhouse on Kaighn Avenue, will again pause service for the warm months, keeping its charcoal hearth dark from June 30 through September 18 before firing back up on Friday, September 19. Regulars who count on its towering prime rib platters will have … Read more

Confirmed: UNFI abandons agreement with Key Food, leading to more than 700 layoffs

Workers outside UNFI facility holding union signs protesting layoffs linked to Key Food contract termination

United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) will close its North Whitehall Township distribution center this summer, a move that triggers a cascade of layoffs affecting hundreds of Pennsylvania workers. The Rhode‑Island‑based wholesaler has filed a federal WARN notice confirming the 4255 E. Independence Drive facility will wind down between Aug. 12 and Oct. 18, with 717 employees — including 172 truck … Read more