It's always a shame when we see a beloved local business have to close its doors, and sadly, we see it pretty often in the Garden State.

Popular NJ Restaurants That Have Recently Closed

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A few months ago, we learned that Smokies Craft BBQ closed both its Bayville and downtown Toms River locations.

More on that here.

TGI Fridays in Toms River has also closed its doors. Although it's not a local business, it was a popular chain right off Hooper Avenue.

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Although rumor has it that old TGI Fridays is going to reopen as a Tommy's Tavern, more on that here.

Longtime NJ Family Businesses Shutting Down

Even beloved family businesses like Barlows Nursery in Sea Girt have had to close their doors in recent months, a devastating loss to the community.

It now appears as though another local nursery is getting ready to close its doors, after nearly 100 years of serving the local community.

There's nothing better, by the way, than stopping by a local nursery to pick up fresh flowers, produce, or some fun yard decorations.

Condursos Garden Center in Montville Closing After 100 Years

According to NJ.com, it looks like Condursos Garden Center in Montville is getting ready to close its doors after nearly 100 years in business.

Condursos started back in the late 1920s and has been a staple in Montville ever since, becoming a one-stop shop for all things gardening and outdoors.

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Final Day and Closing Sale at Condursos Garden Center

Condursos' last day in business will be October 31st, and as of now, everything appears to be 50 percent off as part of a going-out-of-business sale.

These are the long-gone NJ mall stores we miss the most

With so many trends of the 1990's back in style, it's a great time to look back at a strong foundation of 80's and 90's culture — New Jersey mall shopping. Some stores were a highlight, every trip.

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