Demolition of McDonald’s for new border crossing begins

by Emily Jerkins
3 years ago
Demolition begins on the Madawaska McDonald's for the new Land Port of Entry on Apr. 8. Credit: Emily Jerkins / St. John Valley Times
MADAWASKA, Maine — After months of sitting empty, the Madawaska McDonald’s building is being demolished this week to make room for a new border crossing station. Read more.
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