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The Bards Irish Bar In Center City Closing After 26 Years Due To Coronavirus Pandemic

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- After 26 years, The Bards Irish Bar will be closing its doors for good. Owners of the bar have decided not to renew a lease at their Walnut Street location.

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The coronavirus pandemic appears to be playing a role.

They say the health and safety of customers and staff are their main concerns and that the new restrictions would make it impossible for them to adhere to social distancing rules without taking substantial losses.

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