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Historic Landmark Faces 'Unlawful' Demolition Amid Legal Dispute In Westchester: Nonprofit Historic Landmark Faces 'Unlawful' Demolition Amid Legal Dispute In Westchester: Nonprofit
Historic Landmark Faces 'Unlawful' Demolition Amid Legal Dispute In Westchester: Nonprofit The demolition process has begun on a historic landmark in Westchester despite the county's previous efforts to preserve it and a legal challenge from local preservationists.   On Monday, Jan. 13, The Friends of the Ward House filed a petition in the New York State Supreme Court seeking to stop developer Biggest Fish Westchester LLC from continuing demolition on the historic property, which is located in Tuckahoe.  The organization claims the developer violated Tuckahoe’s Historic Preservation Law, which requires approval from the village’s Historic Preservation Commissi…

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by Ben Crnic
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Iconic Waldorf Astoria To Reopen After Years-Long Makeover: Here’s When Iconic Waldorf Astoria To Reopen After Years-Long Makeover: Here’s When
Iconic Waldorf Astoria To Reopen After Years-Long Makeover: Here’s When An iconic New York hotel will soon be reopening after a years-long renovation. The Waldorf Astoria is on track to be up and running in the spring. It has been closed for renovation since February 2017. The hotel's online reservation system went live last week. An announcement on its website states, "We are opening Spring 2025 and are now accepting reservations for stays and groups beginning September 2025." Known for its Art Deco design and rich history, the Waldorf Astoria has been a symbol of luxury since its original opening in 1931. Over the decades, it has hosted countless celebriti…

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by Joe Lombardi