Frankie's Bar Damaged By Fire

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Frankie's Bar and Canteen a popular food establishment located at Charnocks, Christ Church near the Grantley Adams International Airport was extensively damaged by fire around 2320 hours last night.

Three fire tenders under the command of Divisional Officer Errol Gaskin and Station Officer Henderson Patrick responded to the incident. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the blaze.

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