Beloved Newtown Business Closing After 17 Years

NEWTOWN, CT — Butcher's Best Country Market is closing after 17 years in Newtown, according toa farewell announcement shared by the longtime local business.

The market, located at 125 South Main St., is operated by founder Steve Ford, a butcher with more than 47 years of experience in the trade, according to the business's website.

"After 17 years of dedicated service to the community, Butchers Best will be closing this very satisfying and rewarding venture," the announcement reads.

Ford thanked customers for their longtime patronage and reflected on the relationships the business had built while supplying local families with meats, delicacies and other products.

The announcement also pointed to the rising cost of meeting everyday family needs and the increasing difficulty of maintaining the same level of service.

"As the ground continues to shift beneath our feet, it has become increasingly difficult to supply the same quality of service," the message reads.

The market has emphasized its commitment to supporting the Newtown community throughout its years in business.

According to its website, Butcher's Best has worked with local aid organizations to help provide food to neighbors experiencing food insecurity.

"We believe local businesses are the thread of the neighborhood," the business states on its website.

Despite the closure, the farewell announcement suggested that Ford and his family have plans for the future.

"We're not going anywhere," the message reads. "As Butchers Best closes these doors, other doors are opening for Dawn and I. A brighter future awaits."

The announcement did not specify a final day of business or provide details about what comes next.

Ford closed the message by thanking the customers who supported the business over the years and expressing hope that their paths would continue to cross in Newtown.

"We'll see you soon," the announcement concluded.