New meat market opening at former Trovato's property

GLENBURN TWP. - A family-owned business with roots in Monroe County expanded operations into the Abingtons.

Mark Citera purchased the former Gary's Meat Market in Stroud Twp. five years ago and established Citera Family Meat Market.

Now, Citera and his nephew, Joseph Sancimo, will operate a second location at the former Trovato's Meat Market property at 1085 Lackawanna Trail, providing customers with fresh meats again.

"We had a vendor who knew the area and used to serve Trovato's," Cicera said. "He said it was a good location and the gentleman who was here previously just didn't want to do it anymore. We came up here, talked to Brian (Schirg), and here we are."

Schirg owned the shop for eight years before closing it in December.

Citera stressed that the business provides quality customer service and noted patrons have already embraced their presence in town.

"It's more personalized and customer friendly," he said. "When you walk in, it's warm, you feel like this is home and where you want to be. When you look at the people, everybody's conversating. A woman came in and brought us a baguette and a bottle of wine. That tells you about the people around here. I'm very excited about being here, and my nephew and I are ready to serve the community."

Jennifer Partyka, chairperson of the Glenburn Twp. Board of Supervisors, expressed excitement to see a business target the area for growth.

"I'm someone who goes out of my way to buy local, so we certainly want to support any business that moves into the area," she said. "I'm sure the community is going to welcome them with open arms. I think there were a lot of things that went into Trovato's closing. I hope the obstacles might not be as big for this company, especially if they have another location."

The business specializes in Black Angus prime beef and a variety of smoked meats including ring bologna, kielbasa, bacon, ribs, and turkeys during the holiday, Citera said.

"When we smoke, we take pride in that," Citera added. "The ring bologna is a big hit up where I am and I heard kielbasa is big out here."

Following a soft opening, Citera anticipates being fully operational by late this week.

In addition to imported goods from Italy and items from New York, Citera noted he strives to source many products from throughout the region.

"Anything that is local, we try to get it," he said. "We use everybody that surrounds the area. We're all about supporting small businesses."

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This story was originally published June 8, 2026 at 3:03 PM.