Whereas, J.P.’s Exeter Pub, on Route 3, is losing the bulk of its business and is in fear of closing, according to long-time bartender Linda Osenkowski.

…Neil White, owner of Middle of No-where Diner, who said he wouldn’t want to guess at how many customers he’s lost.

“It’s a large amount of people who used to sit, eat and smoke,” he said. “Now they might get a coffee and run. The ambiance has changed. The locals don’t stay. It definitely affects revenue.”

In the case of J.P.’s Exeter Pub, business relies heavily on smoking customers.

Linda Osenkowski, a 23-year employee, said, “It’s bad. We’re not far from going under. This is just a small, little bar that doesn’t serve food. Just snacks and pizza. It’s really hurt us bad.”

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