Hillsborough Businesses We Lost In 2020

HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — The coronavirus pandemic had a devastating impact on businesses across the state including in the Hillsborough-area.

Larger retailers such as Lord & Taylor, Pier 1 and New York & Company were some of the stores to close in the area.

Smaller locally-owned businesses also struggled to survive in the area including Big Heads, Pet Valu, The Salad House, and Sweet New Creations.

As 2020 comes to a close, let's take a look at the establishments we lost in 2020 in Hillsborough and beyond:

Hillsborough Bar & Grill Closes, Blames Coronavirus Restrictions

HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — Big Heads, a sports bar and grill, is the latest business to close in Hillsborough due to the coronavirus... Read more

Pet Valu To Close All U.S. Stores, Including Hillsborough Shop

HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — Pet Valu, which has a Hillsborough shop, will close all of its stores in the United States, the company announced Wednesday. Pet Valu, Inc. said it would "commence a wind-down of its operations due to severe impact from COVID-19."... Read more

Philly Pretzel Factory In Skillman Closes Due To Coronavirus

SKILLMAN, NJ — Philly Pretzel Factory in Skillman is the latest business to permanently close during the coronavirus pandemic... Read more

J.Crew, Which Has A Store In Bridgewater, Files For Bankruptcy

BRIDGEWATER, NJ — The parent company for J.Crew, the preppy clothing retailer with a store in Bridgewater, said Monday it has filed for bankruptcy protection — the first major retailer to do so... Read more

Pier 1 Planning To Close Bridgewater Store

BRIDGEWATER, NJ — Pier 1 is looking to shut all of its retail stores, including its Bridgewater location, as soon as possible, the company announced Tuesday. Pier 1 has asked the bankruptcy... Read more

Bonefish Grill Permanently Closes Somerset County Location

GREEN BROOK, NJ — Bonefish Grill has permanently closed its only Somerset County location... Read more

Modell's, New York & Company Closing Bridgewater Locations

BRIDGEWATER, NJ — Liquidation sales have begun at both Modell's Sporting Goods and New York & Company locations in Bridgewater. Both stores are permanently closing and are located in the Somerset... Read more

Sweet New Creations Closes Up Shop In Raritan

RARITAN, NJ — Sweet New Creations, a confectionary shop in Raritan, will be closing up shop at the end of August."We just wanted to thank you for all the love and support you've given us over... Read more

Lord & Taylor To Close Bridgewater Commons Mall Location

BRIDGEWATER, NJ — Lord & Taylor is closing all of its locations, including its Bridgewater Commons Mall site, with liquidation sales beginning Thursday. The apparel company and its parent... Read more

Somerville Bridal Shop Closes, Community Saddened

SOMERVILLE, NJ — After 10 years in business, Isabelle's Bridal & Eveningwear in Somerville has closed... Read more

Zoo Health Club Bridgewater Is Latest Closure Due To Coronavirus

BRIDGEWATER, NJ — The Zoo Health Club of Bridgewater is the latest to permanently close after feeling the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. Despite Gov. Phil Murphy's decision to finally... Read more

Bridgewater's Zinburger Closes, New Tavern To Replace It

BRIDGEWATER, NJ — Zinburger Wine & Burger Bar's presence was short-lived in Bridgewater. The upscale boutique burger restaurant, which opened just over a year ago, permanently closed due to the... Read more

Justice Is Closing Bridgewater Commons Mall Location

BRIDGEWATER, NJ — Justice, the girls' tweens fashion store inside the Bridgewater Commons mall, is closing, the company has announced. The store is currently hosting a closing sale with 30... Read more

The Salad House Closes In Somerville

SOMERVILLE, NJ — The Salad House, a fast-casual restaurant specializing in fresh customized and signature salads, has permanently closed its Somerville location. The eatery at 58 West Main... Read more

Beloved Somerset County Bridal Shop To Close After 60 Years

GREEN BROOK, NJ — After more than 60 years in business, Bridgewater local Jeffrey Rabinowitz, is retiring and closing his beloved bridal dress shop, Jefre Bridal... Read more

Bridgewater's Cost Plus World Market Is Closing

BRIDGEWATER, NJ — Cost Plus World Market in Bridgewater is the latest retailer to close up shop in the township... Read more

22 West Tap & Grill Temporarily Closes Due To COVID Restrictions

BRIDGEWATER, NJ — Another township business is seeing the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic as the popular Bridgewater restaurant 22 West Tap and Grill was forced to temporarily close... Read more

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