After a two-year hiatus following the closure of the New England Confectionary Company, or Necco, we have some good news to report about the brand’s signature candy: Necco Wafers are officially ...

A Florida woman really loves Necco Wafers, the colorful candies made by a Massachusetts company that is currently as at risk of shutting down. The Boston Globe reports 23-year-old Katie Samuels ...

In May 2020, the Spangler Candy Company announced that it was bringing back its Necco Wafers after a 2-year hiatus. Naturally, people began asking when the chocolate version would also be making a ...

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(WIVB) – A classic candy is making a comeback. Necco Wafers are headed back to store shelves. On Thursday, the Spangler Candy Company announced that the flavored discs will return. Spangler purchased ...

BOSTON (AP) – The bankrupt 171-year-old candy maker known for its chalky Necco Wafers and those little inscribed hearts that are everywhere on Valentine’s Day got a sweet message from a rival ...

The bankrupt 171-year-old candy maker known for its chalky Necco Wafers and those little inscribed hearts that are everywhere on Valentine's Day got a sweet message from a rival Wednesday: BE MINE.