Demolition started on the historic Farnam Block in Saskatoon on Wednesday, even though local investors were still trying to work out a deal to save the building. The 103-year-old landmark has sat vacant for almost two years since Lydia’s Pub closed in 2013, and the new owners have said that renovation would not be feasible possible.
READ MORE: Historic Saskatoon building that housed Lydia’s to be demolished
An online petition to save the building drew hundreds of signatures, but demolition crews are onsite today.
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