$200M Broadway Mall Renovation Plans + Hamptons Pilates Teacher Diagnosed With Brain Tumor Raises Awareness

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, the owners and managers who give our businesses heart and dedication, and foundations supporting important causes.

New $200M Broadway Mall Redevelopment Proposal Unveiled In Hicksville

Developers propose replacing the enclosed mall with an open-air shopping experience, featuring a plaza, stage, and BJ's Wholesale, and more. Read more

Second Burlington Storefront Coming To Green Acres Mall, Town Announces

The Hempstead Industrial Development Agency approved a lease to open a second Burlington location at the Green Acres Mall Monday, clearing the way for the discount coat sales giant to move into an almost 93,000-square-foot space at the mall. Read more.

Massapequa Barnes & Noble Workers Vote To Unionize, Prepare For Bargaining With Bookseller

Massapequa Barnes & Noble workers voted to unionize Friday, certifying by an 85 percent vote to align with the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union (RWDSU) local 1102. Read more.

Hamptons Pilates Teacher, Diagnosed With Brain Tumor Days Before Wedding, Looks Back: 'It Was Terrifying'

A Southampton Pilates instructor who was diagnosed with a brain tumor just two weeks before her wedding has dedicated her life today to raising awareness —and rejoicing over the miracle of every new day. Read more.