INDUSTRY -- The Willows Inn along Route 68 has been sold to Beaver County developer Chuck Betters, although it�s unclear what his plans are for the property.



According to a document filed with the Beaver County Recorder of Deeds, Betters bought the property last week for $500,000.



Andy Zachodni, Industry Council president, confirmed he was told Monday night about the sale by Bob DiMaggio, the former owner of the facility.



DiMaggio didn�t release any additional details about the sale to council, and Zachodni said he hasn�t heard anything official about the property�s future.



�It�s all speculation,� he said. �Anything is possible.�



Zachodni said his phone number and other numbers of Industry officials were passed on to Betters, but he hasn�t yet made contact with any borough officials.



Regardless, the council president said any kind of new development or upgrade is welcomed in the community.



�We embrace growth, that�s for sure,� he said. �We have a lot of commercial and industrial properties that can be put to use in Industry.�



The Willows Inn has been owned and operated by DiMaggio for 20 years. It is known for its lodging and banquet facilities.



DiMaggio didn�t immediately return calls for comment Wednesday. Betters said he would be available to talk about the sale next week.�