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Business notes from across the Valley.

For some of these places, the warning had been coming for a while that things were not good and permanent closure was imminent. For others, it was more of a shock or surprise when the going out of business signs popped up on their windows.

Owner Jay Pandya filed for bankruptcy recently amid financial troubles and lawsuits from debtors.

What's the latest business news in Central Mass. over the past week?

About 1.75 million SteamFast Home & Away Travel Steam irons have been recalled due to fire, burn and shock hazards. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the steam irons were recalled because the power cord can become damaged near the cord bushing, which can lead to overheating of the cord, posing fire and burn hazards.

U.S. consumer safety officials said there have been dozens of reported incidents involving the Steamfast Home & Away Travel Steam Irons.

The US economy avoided a recession this year but, if history is any guide, it’s still a possibility.

Michigan residents may be wondering if their local Big Lots stores are at risk of closing, following news of nationwide store closures.

This weeks Recall Roundup includes steam irons, dual-basket air fryers and a propane grill that cause fire and burn hazards.

The 2024 economic preview of retail, hospitality perk up, but workforce shortage still lingers