What's Happening in Williston Park, NY…

A popular soda shop in Williston Park is looking to be granted landmark status in order to stay open.

The family that has been running Hildebrandt's, a cherished 1920s luncheonette and candy store on Long Island, initially announced the closure of the store after the building was sold. However, the family recently revealed that the would-be owner has reneged on the deal, so the building remains up for sale at a price of $538,000.

Hildebrandt's is currently working to secure landmark status for the business. The family acknowledges that they are uncertain about the situation and that the opportunity for a favorable resolution is limited. Following a tremendous outpouring of support on social media, including a Change.org petition to save the restaurant, the family expressed their gratitude and stated their hope to continue operating Hildebrandt's as it exists presently. Graphic design can be used to help with fundraising in cases like this.

According to Hildebrandt's, the new owner did not plan to maintain the business. The location has been known for serving ice cream, comfort food, and its soda fountain, as well as the striking neon sign on its turquoise exterior. The restaurant was recently featured in Martin Scorsese's movie "The Irishman."

Upon the original sale, the shop declared that the store’s contents, which include cherished vintage items like a Coca-Cola soda dispenser and a wooden phone booth, would be put up for sale.