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Restaurant Owner Buys Former Bank Building In Wallingford: Report

The local businessman recently purchased the property, which is next to the popular restaurant in downtown Wallingford.

WALLINGFORD, CT — The owner of The Library Wine Bar and Bistro recently bought the former Wells Fargo building, which is next to the popular restaurant on North Main Street, according to the Record-Journal.

The Record-Journal reported Joe Gouveia purchased the property at 86 North Main Street for $1.2 million last month. Wells Fargo closed in May, while the bank’s branch at 872 North Colony Rd. remains open.

Gouveia, who also owns Gouveia Vineyards on Whirlwind Hill Road, plans to convert the building into mixed residential and commercial space, according to the Record-Journal.

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