Local leaders marked the opening of a new retail business in Port Jefferson as House Boutique celebrated its relocation to Main Street with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Councilwoman Jane Bonner joined Port Jefferson Mayor Lauren Sheprow and members of the Port Jefferson Village Chamber of Commerce for the event at the boutique’s new location at 301 E. Main St. House Boutique recently moved from Mount Sinai to Port Jefferson, adding another storefront to the village’s downtown business district.
Several supporters and family members attended the ceremony, including Ron Schlumpf, Gregory and Lee Mari Pennisi, their granddaughter Ariana, and attorney and chamber member John Huber. The event formally marked the shop’s transition to its new home and its entry into Port Jefferson’s retail community.
House Boutique offers a selection of women’s clothing and accessories and is among several small businesses that have opened or relocated to the village in recent years. Village officials said the move reflects ongoing efforts to maintain an active and diverse Main Street.
Bonner congratulated the owners on the relocation and spoke briefly about the role of small businesses in local downtowns. She noted that independently owned shops contribute to economic activity and help define the character of commercial districts throughout Brookhaven.
As part of the ceremony, Bonner presented the business owners with a certificate of congratulations on behalf of the Town of Brookhaven, recognizing the opening of the new location and the shop’s contribution to the local economy.
Mayor Sheprow also welcomed the boutique to Port Jefferson, saying the village continues to attract small businesses looking for a walkable downtown with a mix of retail and dining options.
The shop is now open to the public at its new Main Street location.