Top Business Stories of 2013

In 2013, businesses have shuttered, new ones have opened and others celebrated milestones. Take a look at the top business stories of the year: 


5. Bagel Plaza Celebrates 50 Years in Merrick:  Bagel Plaza, the first bagel store on the South Shore of Long Island, celebrated 50 years in Merrick. 

4. Xaga Sushi to Pay More Than $288,000 in Back Wages: The U.S. Department of Labor ordered the owner of Xaga Sushi in Merrick and Hewlett to pay $261,887 in back wages and damages to 70 low-wage workers. 

3. Merrick Woman Opens New Breakfast Cafe: Rose Tzanetos, of Merrick, opened Morning Rose Cafe, a restaurant dedicated to giving patrons a variety of morning time meals all day long.

2. New Kosher Butcher Shop to Open on Merrick Road: A new kosher butcher shop, For Goodness Steaks, is set to open on Merrick Road in Bellmore.

1. La Piazza Named in Best Pizza in America List: La Piazza made The Daily Meal's 101 Best Pizzas in America list.