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Merritt Deli Fire: Fundraiser Made For Farmingdale Business
The deli was structurally damaged in a fire, and all food and drinks had to be thrown out, according to a fundraiser. Here's how to help.
FARMINGDALE, NY — Days after Merritt Deli was damaged in a fire, the Farmingdale community is rallying to help get the delicatessen back to serving sandwiches.
A GoFundMe in support of Merritt Deli has raised more than $350 as of Thursday afternoon.
"The deli was structurally damaged by fire, and all food & drinks must be thrown out as ordered by the Board of Health due to toxin exposure," wrote Patrick Nealon, the fundraiser's organizer. "Owners Craig & John planted their roots in Farmingdale in 1956 and have helped the community and its various organizations. Please consider donating to this family-owned and operated business so they can get up and running again."
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The deli was damaged in a fire around 9 p.m. Sunday night. No injuries were reported, Nassau police said.
The business will be closed temporarily.
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