Chava's Restaurant has closed after 24 years due to the difficult economic situation, with many customers leaving San Francisco. Owner Elba Hernandez is selling kitchen equipment and decorations before the final closure on July 15.
The cinema industry has faced near insurmountable odds since the onset of Covid, compounded by the Hollywood writers' strikes, lack of successful film releases, the energy crisis, inflation and widespread economic uncertainty.
The Misunderstood Heron, a beloved café in Leenane, was shut down due to unauthorized activity, with no prior planning applications submitted by them since its operation began.