In November 2020, Doyle’s Pour House owner Brion Magnani spoke with The SandPaper about how the business had adapted and thrived despite the pandemic. In fact, he felt the pandemic brought out the best in his community, noting the exceptional camaraderie among staff members as well as the overwhelming support of its patrons.

“It’s amazing to see the community take ownership of your place,” Magnani said during the November interview, perhaps foreshadowing events to come.