LIVINGSTON — Some commuters searching for an early-morning caffeine boost Monday were surprised to find the lights dimmed and the drive-thru window empty at the Starbucks off Park Street in Livingston.

The Seattle-based multinational coffee chain brewed its last cup of java in town before suddenly shuttering its doors after nearly three years of operating in a town that is known for its abundance of independent coffee shops.

A sign and message taped to the outside doors at Starbucks reads:

“To our amazing customers, We’ve made the incredibly difficult decision to close this Starbucks Location. We know this may be hard to hear — because this isn’t just any store. It’s your coffeehouse, a place woven into your daily rhythm, where memories were made, and where meaningful connections were m

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