Newberg pub loses liquor license for defying COVID rules February 27 2021
Old Town Pub & Grill continues to operate following sanctions by the county health department and the OLCC.
A Newberg business has found itself on the wrong side of state and county government after refusing to adhere to health and safety standards issued to fight the pandemic.
For the past several months Old Town Bar & Grill on First and Blaine streets has operated as a members association and allowed its patrons to imbibe, socialize and enjoy live music in tight quarters with little or no social distancing. The business s continued operation caught the attention of state agencies after complaints were lodged that it remained open while other restaurants and drinking establishments were shuttered after Gov. Kate Brown s Stay Home, Save Lives order was issued in November in reaction to a dramatic uptick in cases and deaths from the COVID-19 coronavirus in the state.
Feb 12, 2021
On February 10, 2021, the Oregon Liquor Control Commission issued an Order of Immediate License Suspension to the licensee of Old Town Bar & Grill in Newberg for not following public health social distancing and face covering requirements. The business, which holds a Full On-Premises sales license, is NOT allowed to sell any alcoholic beverages.
During the month of January 2021, the OLCC received a wide range of complaints that the operators of Old Town Bar & Grill were allowing for the indoor consumption of both food and alcohol. Further, it was alleged that the licensee was hosting live music events inside the licensed premises.
Feb 12, 2021
On February 10, 2021, the Oregon Liquor Control Commission issued an Order of Immediate License Suspension to the licensee of Old Town Bar & Grill in Newberg for not following public health social distancing and face covering requirements. The business, which holds a Full On-Premises sales license, is NOT allowed to sell any alcoholic beverages.
During the month of January 2021, the OLCC received a wide range of complaints that the operators of Old Town Bar & Grill were allowing for the indoor consumption of both food and alcohol. Further, it was alleged that the licensee was hosting live music events inside the licensed premises.