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Lewiston Bowling Alley Reopens Half a Year After Maine’s Deadliest Mass Shooting

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Maine Bowling Alley Reopens After Mass Shooting Tragedy

LEWISTON, Maine (AP) — Justin and Samantha Juray faced a difficult decision after a mass shooting at their Maine bowling alley left 18 people dead. Despite initial hesitation, the couple decided to reopen Just-In-Time Recreation, the venue where the tragic event occurred.

The bowling alley has undergone a complete makeover, with bright paint, new floors, and inspiring pictures at the end of each lane. Samantha Juray, emotional as she recalled the events of that fateful day in October, expressed the importance of moving forward and not letting the tragedy define them.

Initially met with resistance and negative feedback, the Jurays found support from the community in Lewiston, prompting them to reopen the venue. The decision to keep the same name, Just-In-Time Recreation, holds sentimental value as it reflects the timing of their purchase and Justin’s name.

Across the country, businesses affected by mass shootings have taken different approaches. Some have reopened under new names, while others have chosen to create memorials at the sites of the tragedies.

At the bowling alley, Tom Giberti, a hero who saved the lives of several children during the shooting, expressed gratitude for the community’s support in reopening the venue. The makeover includes tributes to the victims, honoring their memory as the staff prepares to welcome back patrons.

As the community comes together to support the reopening, Maine’s governor, Janet Mills, is set to speak at a ceremony on Friday. Despite the emotional challenges, the Jurays are eager to serve customers again and embrace a new beginning at the bowling alley.

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