A beloved pub in the tight-knit community of Saint Andrews, N.B. suffered extensive fire damage on Saturday afternoon.
Saint Andrews fire Chief Kevin Theriault confirmed that the blaze started in a storage area shortly after 4 p.m. and extended into the attic before it was quickly contained.
No injuries were reported, and while the cause is still under investigation, officials say there is no indication of criminal activity.
The pub, known as The Red Herring, has long been a community staple.
Owner Kevin Simmonds, a well-known figure for his consistent support of community causes, has received an outpour of encouragement and support on social media following the incident.
He expressed his gratitude for the firefighters’ swift action, writing on Facebook, “All is well, and everyone was safe. Thanks goes out to all of the firemen.”
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Clean-up efforts began Sunday, as Simmonds and his team started assessing damages and repairs needed to restore the pub.
Among those who voiced their …