A beloved Long Island business will soon close after decades in business. Swan Prime Meat & Italian Specialties will have its last day in business on Sunday, July 31, the owners announced. The butcher is located at 410 North Wantagh Ave. in Bethpage.

"The decision to close down this business was not easy, but we have accomplished our goal of serving the community and offering excellent service to all of our customers for over 50 years," the announcement reads. Jackie Harten, a resident of Hicksville, said she was shocked to hear the news, adding that the owner plans to retire.