'Old' A&P To Be Missed by Elderly, Other Neighbors

Some shoppers say they will miss the Bedminster supermarket, open for decades, as A&P empties out in final days.

Former Bedminster Mayor Bob Holtaway recalls flying out of Somerset Hills Airport in 1972 and, if memory serves him correctly, the A&P Supermarket in Bedminster already was there. Holtaway said he believes the A&P, which now has a final closing date of March 1, moved into the Somerset Hills Shopping Center in the late 1960s. "It's an old store," Holtaway said. Compared with other A&P supermarkets, such as those in Basking Ridge and Warren, it's also a small store, he said. Still, Holtaway said many local residents liked having a supermarket where they could pick up a loaf of bread or milk at prices somewhat lower than newer, gourmet supermarkets. While many say they welcome a new market and plans for a refreshing update for the entire …

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Mike

9:59 pm on Thursday, February 28, 2013

I don't know if it was corporate HQ or local management, but that store was run into the ground years ago...could have been a real asset. Instead, we're left with King$, which, while high quality, is SIGNIFICANTLY more expensive than A&P was, even for staples like milk. Sure, if you're living large, making $200K+, who cares if the roast beef is $14/lb, but there are a few average folk in the area…   more ›

Fresh Market, Addition Planned For Somerset Hills Center

Bedminster Land Use Board hears plans that would include proposed 1,600-foot expansion.

Somerset Hills Shopping Center to Be Discussed

The Bedminster Land Use Board is scheduled to hear more details about changes at the Somerset Hills Shopping Center, where A&P is closing.

Tuscany Bistro Closes Doors After 17 Years

Business was in the Somerset Hills Shopping Center.

Tuscany Bistro, in the Somerset Hills Shopping Center on Route 202/206, has closed its doors permanently after 17 years in Pluckemin. Tuscany Bistro is located in the Somerset Hills Shopping Center, near the A&P, which recently announced it will be closing its doors as well. A&P will be closing on Feb. 23, and merchandise is currently being discounted between 10 and 50 percent, with all sales final. The Somerset Hills Shopping Center is currently making plans for a possible renovation and expansion, and the possible addition of a Fresh Market. The plans are currently before the Land Use Board. A call to representatives with the Somerset Hills Shopping Center was not immediately returned Tuesday. So what do you think should replace Tuscany …

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Mike

10:04 pm on Thursday, February 28, 2013

Tuscany never could get my order right. And once they tried to charge for the individual ingredients - a-la-carte - on a stromboli even though they were listed as included on their menu. I won that debate and never went back. Perhaps PCEs go better with mexican or chinese food?   more ›