Minimal strike impact on major retailers
Major retailers and carriers on Long Island said the LIRR strike has caused minimal or no disruptions.
Stop & Shop stores remain fully stocked and the chain has “not experienced any supply chain challenges or a slowdown in foot traffic since the start of the LIRR strike,” said spokesman Daniel Wolk.
Most Stop & Shop employees live and work locally, which has helped stores maintain normal operations, he said, adding: “We understand this situation has been difficult for many in our community, and we hope for a quick resolution.”
Spokespeople for the United States Postal Service and CVS Pharmacy said operations remain unaffected by the strike and a spokesperson for Amazon said there’s been “minimal impact” for Long Island customers.
Brianne Ledda covers personal finance and affordability for Newsday. She previously covered Southold and Greenport for The Suffolk Times and is a graduate of Stony Brook University.
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