ALBANY, N.Y. ( NEWS10 )– South End Grocery Store has a new owner. Advance Albany County Alliance (AACA) announced its property purchase on Friday. AACA said it hopes to transform the space into one that serves the needs of South Albany residents.
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The store began as a charitable grocery resource for fresh and healthy food, but in August 2023, the business defaulted on its loans. AACA officials said they plan to work with stakeholders, community groups, and residents to develop a space the community wants.
The property acquisition project was funded through American Rescue Plan Act funds from Albany County Legislature. The county legislature voted to purchase the property in March.
Albany County Executive Daniel McCoy, a native of South Albany, understands the importance of redeveloping the property and hopes it will help bring change to the neighborhood…