American Freight Closing In Albany & Across New York

Another week and another national chain will close after claiming bankruptcy, including 6 New York state locations.

It has been a very challenging few months for national retail and restaurant chains, which has affected many stores and eateries in the Capital Region and throughout New York.

TGI Friday's, LL Lumber, Red Lobster, and Big Lots, are just some of the national chains that announced local closings recently due to restructuring or bankruptcy proceedings.

Now a national furniture chain has announced it is closing nationwide.

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American Freight Claims Bankruptcy, To Close 370 Stores Nationwide

American Freight, a national furniture, mattress, and appliance chain, has claimed bankruptcy and plans to close all 370 its U.S. stores according to the Columbia Business First.

PRN Newswire says liquidation sales are underway with savings "... up to 30% off the lowest ticketed prices storewide..." on living room and bedroom furniture, dining sets, appliances, and more. Delivery services will remain available during the sale.

Which American Freight Locations In NY Will Close?

PRN says the following New York American Freight locations will close:

Albany
Syracuse
Rochester
Clay
North Tonawanda
Horseheads

10 Capital Region Stores & Restaurants Closing Up Shop In 2024

The back end of 2024 has been tough for retail outlets and restaurants here in the Capital Region, especially for national chains. Here is a list of all the local stores, businesseses, and restaurants that have recently close or are in the process of winding down operations.

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27 of the Most Magnificent Landmarks Seen in Upstate New York

I've lived here my entire life, and I'm not sure I realized how beautiful the Empire State is. There's no shortage of stunning landscapes and breathtaking views throughout the great State of New York, especially this time of year!

It doesn't matter where you live, or where you travel, New York residents are never far from a gorgeous beach, a picturesque state park, or an awe-inspiring mountain.

In 2018, a photographer named Demetri Andritsakis made a 3-and-a-half-minute drone video called "Upstate New York By Air" that highlighted many of New York's breathtaking views.

Andritsakis submitted it to the 2018 New York State Fair Drone Film Festival, and deservedly so, he received a Gold Medal honor for his aerial work throughout upstate New York.

From the Adirondacks to the Catskills, Albany to Buffalo, and everything worth seeing, check out these spectacular pictures featuring 27 of the most magnificent landmarks in Upstate New York.

Gallery Credit: Brian Cody TSM Albany

Albany Is NY's Most Undesirable City? 10 Reason Why It's Ridiculous!

Albany gets a lot of underserved flack sometimes. And we know it's not perfect, but nothing is. Here are 10 beautiful reasons why our state capital deserves more love and not the title of New York's Worst/Most Undesirable City recently given by Money Inc.

Gallery Credit: Matty Jeff