Louth publican ‘apprehensive but excited’ to reopen after six months – The Irish Times

Stuart Carolan and his father Patrick have spent 40,000 to ensure their pub The Morning Star complies with the Covid-19 guidelines before they open the doors this evening for the first time in six months.
I am feeling a little bit apprehensive but excited at the same time. I am really looking forward to seeing our regulars, our customers and staff again, says Stuart.
A thatched pub with hanging baskets in the village of Tullyallen, it is believed to be one of the oldest in Co Louth.
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