Ward Avenue Fire Damages Mandeville Restaurant And Bar

Fire left two Ward Avenue businesses in Mandeville, Manchester, badly damaged early this morning, forcing their owners to assess heavy losses.

Firefighters were reportedly alerted about 4:15 a.m. that flames had broken out at Newsman Fry Chicken Restaurant and the No Traction Chill Spot bar. Crews put out the fire shortly after 6 a.m.

Adeka Miller, owner of Newsman Fry Chicken, estimated his loss at $10 million. He said the restaurant had been operating for only one month, and that he and his four workers are uncertain about what comes next.

The cause of the fire has not been determined. Investigations are continuing.