The Roost in Northampton closes its doors this weekend
NORTHAMPTON, Mass. (WWLP) – A coffee shop in downtown Northampton is closing its doors this weekend.
After 14 years on Market Street in Northampton, the owners of The Roost have decided to close. The Roost has sold over 150,000 breakfast sandwiches and nearly a half million cups of coffee to patrons over the years.
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In a Facebook post, the cafe said that they are bringing something new in the coming months and urges its customers to follow their social media for updates. The last day The Roost will be open is Sunday, March 16th from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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