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$300,000 in Losses in Fire at McGowan's Irish Inn

Investigators determine cause of fire amid major losses to restaurant

Fire investigators say that Wednesday's fire at McGowan's Irish Inn was started by an electrical short, and eventually caused $300,000 in damage.  

The was first reported about 11:45 a.m., and was out within 20 minutes.

Restaurant owners have not stated if the restaurant will reopen next month as planned.

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