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What Should Occupy the Former Colonial Bar?

The 'for lease' signs have come down; could something be headed its way?

For a while, signs adorned the windows of the former , seeking a new tenant. Recently, however, those signs have come down. So, either this edition of "Occupy This Space" is like the rest or an attempt to fish out details on a new business.

For many, Colonial Bar & Liquors was a neighborhood alternative to flashier libation destinations. While they did not serve food, customers often were welcome to grab a slice (or, a whole pie) from and bring it in to enjoy with their pints. People knew people by first name.

And then, after many, many years, .

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Since then, this former watering hole at the corner of Atno and Washington has lain fallow, while its vintage, dusty tables and chairs lay scattered here and there inside.

Whether or not something is in the hopper for this space, we want to know: What would you like to see occupy the former Colonial Bar & Liquors? Chime in below.

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