Local Pizza Shop To Close + New Starbucks Location + Citarella Coming Soon + Whole Foods + 100th Wonder

LONG ISLAND, NY — Patch rounds up the week's top business buzz from across Long Island. Take a look at the week in review of new restaurants and shops, standout local artisans, and the owners and managers who give our businesses heart and dedication.

Family-Run Gino's To Close End Of Month, Son Shares Memories: 'I'd Watch My Father Every Day'

It was more than a pizzeria— it was a place where people gathered over a pie to talk, connect, and share slices of their lives. Family-run and owned Gino's of Williston Park will be closing its doors on Feb. 22 after serving its community for nearly 50 years. Read more.

Citarella Readying To Open Doors In Westhampton Beach

After years of anticipation, Westhampton Beach residents will soon welcome a Citarella Gourmet Market. A hiring event is currently being held in advance of the opening of a new Citarella in Westhampton Beach. "If you have a passion for food — the best quality, the best ingredients, and the best taste — this is an invaluable opportunity to build a career and work with culinary experts," Citarella said. Read more.

Embassy Diner To Host Fundraiser Next Week For Homeless Veterans, Vietnam Vet Organizer

"Those veterans who served and raised their hand for their country should not be left alone." The fundraiser will be on Tuesday, February. 10 from 1 to 3 p.m at Bethpage's Embassy Diner. Read more.

Starbucks Opens Latest Long Island Location In Shirley

Well, there weren't any "Bearista" coffee mugs in the new Starbucks on Thursday afternoon, but the good news is everything else was there, including the Seattle-based coffee chain's signature blends. The new location, which is at the corner of William Floyd Parkway and Montauk Highway, opened last Friday, complete with a seating area and a drive-thru to accommodate to-go orders. Read more.

Local Dog-Walking Service Founder Shares His Journey, Giveaway Worth More Than $68K

"These pets are family." Dan Reitman, owner of Dan's Pet Care, has a deep-seated love for pups — and also believes in giving back to the community, including a giveaway totaling more than $68,000 in pet care services. Read more.

Whole Foods Set To Open March 5 At SunVet In Holbrook

The market is set to open the doors of its 8th location on Long Island — a new 43,000-square-foot store — at SunVet in Holbrook at 8 a.m. on March 5, officials announced Wednesday on the grocery's website. The first 300 customers in line will receive a limited-edition tote bag and a Secret Saver coupon featuring savings of up to $100 off. Read more.

‘Giving Is Good Business’: RVC Business Crosses $1M In Veterans Donations

The Wednesday morning league at Maple Lanes had some well-dressed guests Wednesday, as the bowling alley played host to a celebration: The LaSpina family, proprietors of Maple Lanes and four other bowling alleys across New York and Florida, had officially raised over $1 million for Bowlers to Veterans Link, a charity that uses the game as a recreational therapy and rehabilitation tool for former members of the armed forces. Read more.

100th Wonder In U.S. Opens In Huntington

Multi-restaurant dining platform launches at 825 New York Ave.; grand-opening week proceeds support local hunger-relief nonprofit. Wonder, a multi-restaurant dining platform that allows customers to order from several restaurant brands in a single transaction, officially opened its 100th location in Huntington on Feb. 5 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, music, and free food samples. Read more.