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A little luck is always welcome and Kristen Cocciolone, owner of Kristenâs Beauty Shop, is glad to accept some at any time.
Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, Cocciolone planned to move her popular shop from Monessen to 535 Avenue, Belle Vernon, for more space to accommodate her growing business.
After being shut down because of the pandemic, her business was able to succeed upon re-opening and it continues today as she is taking advantage of the space to offer more services and comfort.
âHonestly, the move in June was a major help,â she said. âWe were not impacted too much. It was pure luck that we had planned to move before the pandemic.