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Chuck E. Cheese's Major Policy Shift: Membership Program Trial Set to Delight Families
Subway's Major Push for Modernization: Franchisees Urged to Upgrade or Leave
Subway CEO demands store upgrades or exits to modernize and enhance customer experience. (Photo : Unsplash/PhilHauser) Subway's CEO, John Chidsey, made it clear to the chain's operators: it's time to give their stores a fresh look or say goodbye to the franchise.
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Local Favorite vs. Global Giant: City Saints Closes Key Hoboken Spot, Leaving Starbucks to Dominate
City Saints closes in Hoboken, leaving Starbucks as the main coffee choice. The shop cites lease end and shifts focus to wholesale.
Applebee’s Continues Downsizing, Closes Another Veteran Location as Part of Nationwide Cutbacks
Applebee's closes Antioch location, part of nationwide downsizing. No new tenants for the space yet. Company plans major closures.
Burger Chain Burbs Burgers Says Goodbye as Bankruptcy Claims Its Grill
Burbs Burgers in Seattle closes all locations due to bankruptcy, ending an era for Huxley Wallace Collective. Owner Josh Henderson seeks help via Instagram, despite $3.7M in 2023 revenues.
Soft Surroundings Announces Nationwide Store Closures, Shifts Focus to Online Sales
Soft Surroundings closes all stores, shifts to online sales amid bankruptcy. Massive discounts offered. Focus on direct-to-consumer sales.
McDonald's Transforms into WcDonald's for Anime-Inspired Makeover Worldwide
McDonald's becomes WcDonald's globally, embracing anime with a special sauce, manga packaging, and animation collaborations, celebrating fan creativity.
Walmart Takes on Costco with Launch of Mini Food Halls Offering Diverse Dining Options
Walmart challenges Costco with mini food halls, launching diverse dining at Quakertown. Spearheaded by Marc Lore, aiming for upscale dining with local ingredients.
Community Outcry as Walgreens Shuts Down Another Midwest Store, Leaving Locals Disappointed
Walgreens closes another Midwest store in Crest Hill, IL, alarming locals and prompting concerns about further closures amid cost-cutting plans.
Party City Announces Closure of California Store Following Local Ordinance
Party City closes Encinitas store due to helium balloon ban impacting sales. Closure set for April 27 after local ordinance against single-use plastics.
Chevys Fresh Mex in Emeryville Announces Final Day, Ending a 25-Year Legacy Near San Francisco
Chevys Fresh Mex in Emeryville to close on April 22 after 25 years due to lease issues, leaving over 60 employees jobless.
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