Family Dollar closing Whittlesey Ave, location

NORWALK — Residents will have one less option soon when it comes to shopping at so-called "discount stores." The Family Dollar store located at 109 Whittlesey Ave. will close Dec. 3. Employees confirmed the store is closing and the company is searching for a new location to move into as soon as possible. The employees say the landlord, who also owns the neighboring store, plans to use the space for their business. Prack Enterprises LTD, who owns the property also own the remaining businesses in the plaza; Marco's Pizza, Ace Hardware Seasonal and Rental Center and Miller's Market. The store began its store liquidation sale on Wednesday with items 20% off. This is a note from the store: "It is with a heavy heart that we must inform you that due to circumstances beyond our control, our Norwalk Family Dollar store will be closing on December 3, 2022 until we find another location. "Our entire staff would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all of our wonderful and loyal customers. It has been a pleasure to have served this great community since 1987. "For your continued shopping needs, there are stores located in Bellevue, and two stores in Sandusky, one on Perkins Avenue, and one on Cleveland Road where some of our staff will be relocating to. We hope to see you there. "We wish all the best to each and everyone. Sincerely — The Crew of 1331."