After 25 years, the Santaguida family has transferred ownership of Surf City Bait and Tackle to Fred Dumont and family, who posted online March 16 they are “truly honored to carry on what’s been built here over the years”: a reputation for fresh bait, stocked shelves, honest advice and a place that feels like home. The new owners plan to reopen the shop April 1, according to Fred’s wife, Alisha.
The shop “is where my boys learned to fish, how to talk to adults, how to shake a hand and say thank you,” according to the post.
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