Mom’s Diner, located on Main Street, was closed this Sunday due to an outbreak of mice found within the restaurant. Approximately three dozen of the rodents were discovered early this morning causing the diner to close for clean up and sanitation.
Betty Owens, the owner, stated “We prepared yesterday to open extra early on mother’s day. Many of our customers naturally want to eat with us on this special day. [...] When approached the side entrance the door was unlocked. Inside we found these pests running all over our floors.”
Betty further explained nothing looked to be stolen or destroyed. Betty was upset as she continued “I think someone purposely let those disgusting things in just to cause us to close today, this is very upsetting for us as a family as well as the local regulars. I don’t know who would do such a thing to us”.
The police only stated it did not appear to be forced entry.
Mom’s Diner, having been open since the 1960′s, offers a variety of home style cooked meals that are a long time favorite to the Pinebox locals. While owners have changed hands and there have been times of renovations, the diner has always come through with a clean bill of health.
Police will continue to investigate the source of this unusual situation.
