Council GOP Leader Joann Ariola criticized for supporting law that decriminalizes illegal vending

Advocates for small businesses are criticizing Republican minority leader Joanne Ariola after she voted to override a veto on a law meant to decriminalize illegal vending, a position she initially opposed alongside other conservatives. Ariola’s change of heart gave enough backing to overturn Adams’ veto, with insiders noting the vote was particularly contentious. “Joann sold […]
Joann craft stores are offering significant discounts before shutting down.

The craft retailer Joann is offering significant discounts before shutting down its stores by the end of the month. The company’s website is listing sales ranging from 50% to 80% off for in-store purchases marked as “closure of business,” with some exclusions and varying discounts depending on the location. For instance, Joann’s website notes that […]
Joann customers upset by retailer’s move to stop taking gift cards ahead of store closures

Joann Inc.'s move to stop filming gift cards since February 28th has angered some of the craft retailer's customers as the company shuts down. The company announced earlier this year that it had participated in its second Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection to “facilitate the sales process to maximize the value of its business.” Joan first […]
Joann store closures: See the list of nearly 800 locations headed for sale

(Nexstar) – More than 80 years later, Joann, a national fabric and craft retailer, is another step closer to being wiped out of US shopping centres after nearly 800 locations are on sale in the coming months. Related Videos above: Things you need to know before signing up for a store credit card There are […]
Bankrupt Joann closing all 800 stores after failing to find buyer

Craft retailer Joanne is planning to go bankrupt and close all of his stores after failing to find a buyer willing to maintain some of the 82-year-old company's 800 US retailers. The company said on Sunday that it plans to sell all its assets to lenders and buyer groups, including the company known as the […]
Joann to close 500 stores after filing for second bankruptcy

Joan announced Wednesday that more than half of its stores across the country will be closing after the fabric and craft retailer filed for a second bankruptcy in less than a year. Retailers have closed around 500 of their 800 stores, and “sizing our store's footprints is an important part of our efforts to ensure […]
Joann Ariola, new head of NYC Council’s GOP, reveals what she wants to tackle first

The new GOP Chief of City Council said he wants to become a “practical” leader while growing Republican presence in New York after a spectacular ascension on Friday. “We want to grow our party in the Senate. We'll develop our party in the council, we'll develop our party in the city council,” said Queens Councillor […]
Major crafts retailer Joann files for second bankruptcy in less than a year

Joann Inc. has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection for the second time in less than a year. This time, the company is also trying to sell itself to another company with the aim of “maximizing business value.'' Interim CEO Michael Prendergast said Tuesday that the Ohio-based craft retailer has been battling a difficult retail […]
Crafts retailer Joann files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Fabric and crafts retailer Joan has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as consumers continue to cut back on discretionary spending. The Hudson, Ohio-based company said in a release Monday that it expects to emerge from bankruptcy as early as the end of next month. Following this process, Joan will likely be privately owned by […]
Crafts Retailer JOANN files Bankruptcy

(WJET/WFXP) — Crafts retailer Joanne filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection early Monday morning. With more than 800 stores nationwide, the company is best known for selling craft supplies, home decor, and sewing supplies. According to a press release, the filing will allow Joanne to continue operating its business while repaying its debts, so it […]