EATON — The Eaton Village Preservation Society is seeking a new proprietor for the non-profit organization’s Eaton Village Store, note board president Kevin Flynn and longtime board member Jen Kovach.
According to Flynn and Kovach, current lease holders Kate and Justin Armenio have decided to move on to new ventures after operating the store and restaurant the past 5½ years, resulting in the current search.
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