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Popular Fairfield County Restaurant Owner Dies At 55 Popular Fairfield County Restaurant Owner Dies At 55
Popular Fairfield County Restaurant Owner Dies At 55 A much-beloved Fairfield County restaurant owner has died from brain cancer. George “Georgie” Chatzopoulos, the co-owner of Chip's Family Restaurant in the Town of Fairfield, died on Monday, Jan. 10 at the age of 55. Chatzopoulos, who expanded the original Chip’s in New Haven County in Orange to four other towns including the Fairfield restaurant, was known for his famous pancake recipe as well as for his many community-based endeavors.  As news spread of his passing, friends and Chip's fans took to social media to mourn his passing. Connecticut Restaurant Association President Scott…
COVID-19: These States Giving Away Guns, Trucks, Pot As Incentives To Get Vaccinated COVID-19: These States Giving Away Guns, Trucks, Pot As Incentives To Get Vaccinated
Covid-19: These States Giving Away Guns, Trucks, Pot As Incentives To Get Vaccinated Some states are getting creative as they look to incentivize Americans to go out and get the COVID-19 vaccine. Across the country, states are offering lottery tickets, free drinks, vacations, custom weapons, scholarships, and even marijuana as the race continues to meet President Joe Biden’s promise of getting 70 percent of adults at least partially vaccinated by Independence Day. In Connecticut, the state’s Restaurant Association is partnering with Gov. Ned Lamont to launch its #CTDrinksOnUs campaign, where participating restaurants provide complimentary drinks to vaccinated patrons. New …
COVID-19: Popular Restaurant At Mall In Fairfield County Closes Due To Pandemic COVID-19: Popular Restaurant At Mall In Fairfield County Closes Due To Pandemic
Covid-19: Popular Restaurant At Mall In Fairfield County Closes Due To Pandemic Another restaurant has bitten the dust during the COVID-19 pandemic, this time, the favorite celebrity burger chain launched by the famous Wahlberg brothers in Fairfield County. The Wahlburgers closed its location inside the Westfield Mall in Trumbull with little notice except a sign on the window that says "Closed Until Further Notice." Started by Mark and Donnie Wahlberg in West Hollywood, the chain has grown across the country during pre-pandemic times to more than 50 locations. There's been no word on any possible reopening, but the restaurant's location has been removed from the busi…