Crafts retailer Joann closing all of its stores

By Heidi Sutton

After more than 80 years in business, Joann Fabrics and Crafts has announced that it will be closing all of its stores after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection for a second time. The announcement was made on Feb. 24.

A Joann spokesperson said in a statement that it “made every possible effort to pursue a more favorable outcome that would keep the company in business.” Going-out-of-business sales will begin immediately at their brick-and -mortar locations including Bohemia and West Babylon and on their website. 

“We deeply appreciate our dedicated team members, our customers and communities across the nation for their unwavering support for more than 80 years,” the company said.