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Posted: February 21, 2013
Kenny and Hurley of Kinlin Grover Real Estate complete transaction
The established flower shop, Allen's House of Flowers at 426 Main St. has been sold to new owners who have a history in the floral business.
New owner Charles Crespi, with the assistance of Jen Schissler, look forward to preserving the high standard of design and customer satisfaction developed by Allen Rush in his family business over the last thirty years.
Antonia Kenny and Sue Hurley of Kinlin Grover Real Estate were the commercial agents for the transaction which has transferred the reins of this well-known shop at 426 Main St.
Rush will remain on with the business as a floral designer, but will take a step back from the day-to-day operations. Crespi is looking forward to expanding Allen's House of Flowers' Internet presence and possibly expanding to satellite stores in the future. Designer Schissler brings her creativity and expertise in floral design to the arrangements prepared by the shop.
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