How Long Island companies were named
The Bethpage-based company's roots are actually in Queens, when Michael J. Cullen opened what's recognized as America's first supermarket in a vacant garage on Jamaica Avenue in 1930. Cullen named the store King Kullen, a play off the family name. The Cullens still own the business. Credit: Ian J. Stark
Long Island company names have a fascinating history.
For instance, an Austrian immigrant set up his first store -- in Brooklyn -- after he stopped touring with his orchestra.
There is also the Polish immigrant who sold hot dogs near the beach in Coney Island, and the supermarket chain that's named after a Long Island family that remains involved in the business today.
Read the history of AriZona Iced Tea, Nathan's and Snapple, as well as other Long Island companies, by clicking the link above.
'We have to do better' Newsday high school sports editor Gregg Sarra talks about a bench-clearing, parent-involved incident at a Half Hollow Hills West basketball game.
'We have to do better' Newsday high school sports editor Gregg Sarra talks about a bench-clearing, parent-involved incident at a Half Hollow Hills West basketball game.
