National spotlight shines on By George

By Mon Valley Independent

By TAYLOR BROWN

tbrown@yourmvi.com

When you walk through the doors of By George in Monessen, you’re family. Owners Ronalyn and George Apodiakos and executive chef Jamie Kepich recognize their co-workers, staff and customers as part of one big, happy restaurant family.

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