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"The thing is, it's never a good idea to have a property unkempt and we've always had our eyes on it," Platsas said."When the residents started seeing the demo of it, they were just happy. It was such an eyesore."
Not all of the building is coming down. Platsas said he wants to retain the cinder block wall facing Tuam and maybe have an artist do a mural there. Plans for the area are up in the air as he and the family decide on next steps. One idea thrown around was a coffee shop or another Harry's."Once we clean up, I think by summer we can start developing a clear-cut plan," he said."By next year, we can think of something more concrete.
Coincidentally, Harry's Restaurant is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year. The breakfast and lunch spot has been owned by Platsas' family since 1993 and it has gone through multiple rebuilds and renovations since then.
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