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Wallingford 2020: The Year In Business

Small businesses and large corporations alike experienced unprecedented challenges during the coronavirus pandemic of 2020.

WALLINGFORD, CT —2020 will certainly go down in the history books as one of the craziest, most unprecedented years in American history. The coronavirus pandemic changed everyone's daily lives, and had a particular effect on businesses, small and large.

There was a great deal of business news in Wallingford in the past 12 months. While many dealt with the negative impacts of the pandemic, including the closing of some of the town’s iconic businesses, there were some inspirational stories as residents pursued their dreams despite all the obstacles put in their way.

Here are the top business stories from Wallingford in 2020.

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Stella Pizza & Restaurant Closing In Wallingford

The popular restaurant is closing after more than 30 years in business, the owners announced.>>>Read More.


Taco Pacifico Temporarily Closing In Wallingford

With coronavirus cases rising, the owner of the food truck and eatery said his instincts are telling him it’s the right time to close.>>>Read More.

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Gigante’s Deli Closes Permanently In Wallingford

The family made the announcement with “heavy hearts.”>>>Read More.


Gigante's Too Reopening In Wallingford

In a surprise, the owners announced that the popular deli is reopening a little more than a month after saying it was closing for good.>>>Read More.


Zandri’s Stillwood Inn Closes Banquet Hall In Wallingford

The owners of the popular banquet facility are returning to their catering roots and transitioning to the next stage of their business life.>>>Read More.


Amazon Opens New Delivery Station In Wallingford

To celebrate the opening of its second facility in Wallingford, Amazon donated 700 backpacks filled with school supplies for local students.>>>Read More.


Vinny’s Deli Offering Free Toilet Paper With Sandwich

The popular Wallingford deli is helping customers deal with these trying times with a unique offer.>>>Read More.


Neil's Donuts In Wallingford Officially Opening Second Location

Wallingford's popular donut shop has officially signed the lease to open a second location in Middletown.>>>Read More.


Sidewalk Dining Season Extended In Wallingford

In an effort to help restaurants amid the coronavirus pandemic, the Town Council has extended the sidewalk dining season in Wallingford.>>>Read More.


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