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Govt: Planning Approval Given For Restaurant
Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban today “confirmed that Mr. Marico Thomas has been formally advised of the Planning Approval for his restaurant,” adding that they hope that the “development can now move forward for the benefit of the community.” This follows after Mr Thomas expressed frustration, saying that the Pub On The... Read more of this article
Marico Thomas ‘Incredibly Disappointed’
[Updated] “Because of all the nonsense, the Pub On The Square location in St George’s is one year late to open,” businessman Marico Thomas said, adding that “this has been a painful experience”, he is “incredibly disappointed” and he also indicated that he may put the building up for sale. Mr Thomas said, “We’ve... Read more of this article
Photos: Roof Wetting Held In St George’s
Plans to create a new eatery at the Old Pub on the Square location in St George’s continue, with a roof-wetting ceremony held recently to mark the progress. Hosted by Marico Thomas from FoodHub, those in attendance included Premier David Burt, Mayor of St George George Dowling, Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch, St George’s MP... Read more of this article
Video: People Attend Porch Restoration Event
[Updated with video] Starting today [May 23] the public has been invited to watch as the porch starts being rebuilt at the old Pub on the Square in St. George’s, with free food on offer from Freddies Buffet and Glaze Bakery. A spokesperson previously said, “Everyone is welcome to watch from a close but safe distance as the team of carpenters... Read more of this article
Porch Restoration Event With Free Food Tasting
The public is invited to watch as the “porch is being rebuilt at one of Bermuda’s heritage sites, the old Pub On The Square in St. Georges,” with free food tastings by Freddies Buffet and Glaze Bakery. A spokesperson said, “The restoration will start this weekend and last for approximately 2 weeks. Everyone is welcome to watch from a... Read more of this article
Investors Withdraw From Planned Business
The investors in the planned new eatery in the east end have “decided to withdraw” from the project noting what they called a “lack of support provided by Cabinet Ministers and the Premier toward this national level initiative.” A spokesperson said, “An emergency meeting was held by the investors related to the Pub On The... Read more of this article
Marico Thomas On St. George Development
“The Minister’s press statement does not tell the full story” about the development of the old George & Dragon/Pub On The Square in the Towne of St. Georges, according to Marico Thomas. Mr. Thomas said, “The press statement and news interview by Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban are incomplete and fail to provide clarity to the... Read more of this article
Minister Roban On St. George’s Listed Building
“We will continue to work with Mr. Thomas to find a workable solution to this matter to ensure a beneficial outcome for all concerned,” Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban said, The Minister said, “The Government is committed to supporting our small and medium sized businesses. They are an important part of our economic recovery, and... Read more of this article
OBA’s Harvey On St George’s Business & More
“I would sincerely hope that this present government would reconsider its position on the eastern end of this island,” the OBA’s Thomas Harvey said. Mr. Harvey — the OBA candidate for Constituency 2, St. George’s West – said, “To hear Marico Thomas express his concerns leaves one wondering if this government concerned... Read more of this article
