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In 2024, several Belleville-area eateries and specialty shops permanently closed, some reflecting broader challenges and trends in the business landscape.
Rising costs, declining sales and lingering impacts from the pandemic were consistent themes cited by owners such as those at Lizzie Bob’s Bakery and O’Town Food Hall & Tap House. These closures also highlight the emotional toll on community ties, as proprietors expressed gratitude for their loyal customers and the friendships formed.
While some businesses, such as Cosmic Comics Games & Collectibles, plan to start anew in different locations, others, including El Gordito, leave behind legacies to be continued by new establishments.
Rising costs, declining sales and lingering impacts from the pandemic were consistent themes cited by owners such as those at Lizzie Bob’s Bakery and O’Town Food Hall & Tap House. These closures also highlight the emotional toll on community ties, as proprietors expressed gratitude for their loyal customers and the friendships formed.
While some businesses, such as Cosmic Comics Games & Collectibles, plan to start anew in different locations, others, including El Gordito, leave behind legacies to be continued by new establishments.
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