Fire Island News & Great South Bay News Headlines Archive for May 7, 2026

Choppy waters loom ahead for West Marine as talks about the boating and fishing retail supply mega-giant heading for Chapter 11 appear imminent. The nautical empire has over 230 stores across the country, with nine locations in New York state, five of which are on Long Island, including Huntington, Patchogue, Port Washington, Riverhead, and West Islip. The state of Florida boasts the largest number of franchises in the U.S, with 54 stores across the Sunshine State, including one in North Palm Beach.

Boating World Rocks as West Marine is Veering Towards Bankruptcy

Posted on May 7, 2026

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Posted on May 7, 2026

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