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One of the island’s longest-running institutions has been saved from the chopping block, according to sources.
The Milleridge Inn will continue to operate in 2016 and beyond, according to a local preservationist who spoke directly with the Inn’s current owner, Owen Smith.
“He cannot release the name of the operator yet, but the Inn, Cottage and Village shops are all saved,” said Sheila Doherty, who runs the “Save the Milleridge” Facebook page. “He said they will even be keeping the menu, although there will be some updates.”
The source went on to say that everyone at the Inn will keep their jobs and the catering hall will soon begin to take reservations for 2016.
Earlier this year, the Inn was sold to real estate developer Kimco Realty. and there were rumors that the Inn would be demolished in favor of retail developments. Kimco held a public information meeting recently telling attendees that it was searching for new ownership for the Inn.
