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Bringing down the curtain on more than just a store

There was a time, not too long ago, when video rentals were big business. People would regularly stop by the store to browse the catalogues and pick up the latest theatrical release for movie night. Usually, you were reliant on those behind the counter to dispense advice about the most popular flick

By Faisal Ali

Last updated on May 03, 23

Posted on Oct 18, 18

3 min read

Bringing down the curtain on more than just a store
Harold Taylor removes the last of window decals off his video rental store after more than 30 years operating in downtown Elmira. [Faisal Ali / The Observer]
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Faisal Ali is a former full-time journalist / photographer at The Observer.

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