Deadlines have come and gone and the remains of the so called "round building" still sit on front of the Dr. Phillips Performing Arts Center in Downtown Orlando.

Demolition started in early September, and it was hoped the building, also known as the American Federal Building, would be gone before the new theaters opened in November. It didn't happen.

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The city released a statement on Tuesday, which reads in part, "While we are disappointed that the demolition of the "round building" has taken longer than anticipated, the demolition process is still on-going and continuing as fast as possible."

The statement also said that officials will consider issuing fines once the building is down.

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Another phase in the construction of the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts is underway in Orlando.

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January 6, 2015 by Alexander Okere, Benin 3 Comments

Staff of the University of Benin, Edo State, took to the streets on Tuesday to protest the alleged demolition of their official residential quartres by the state government.

The staff, numbering 25, alleged that demolition was carried outon Monday night on the orders of the State Governor, Adams Oshiomhole, without prior notice.

They also accused the Edo State Government of disrespecting the rule of law on a court case over the disputed properties,located on Edo Osagie Avenue, at the General Residential Area in Benin,which they said was pending in court.

It was learnt that no fewer than 18 residential apartments, including that of the former Vice-Chancellor, Professor Osayuki Oshodin, were demolished.

It was gathered that the 16 bungalows were given to the University of Benin by a former military governor of the Old Bendel State, Dr.

Samuel Ogbemudia, in 1970, sequel to the establishment of the institution, then known as Midwest Institute of Technology.

It was also learnt that the South-South Bureau Chief of the Daily Independent Newspaper, Mr. Francis Onoiribholo, who was present during the demolition exercise, was alleged beaten and his midget taken away by some persons, while taking photographs.

It would be recalled that the union had on December 23 raised the concern over the alleged harassment of some of their members by suspected thugs over the disputed property.

It explained in a statement signed by the State Chairman, Mr. Anthony Monye-Emina, that the university had filed an appeal on December 17 against a court judgement issued on the disputed properties of land, which was occupied by some of its members.

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Binghampton (FOX13) - It's the answer to a prayer for Binghampton residents. The demolition of an abandoned apartment complex on Tillman is providing the gateway for a potential grocery store to set up shop on the site.

It was "D-Day"....Demolition Day for one more inner city Memphis eyesore.

No one seemed more appreciative of the initial destruction of the dilapidated 24-unit apartment complex at the corner of Tillman and Sam Cooper Boulevard than former tenant Veronica Skinner. She had lived there for five long years before moving out last November after the property was sold to the non-profit organization Binghampton Development Corporation.

Yes, it was rough over here toward the end. It had got real rough, says Skinner. The drugs and everything, so, I think it's best they tear them down.

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With members of the BDC among those watching the eventual $380K demolition, the group felt they had again met their continuing goal to enhance the image of the Binghampton community.

BDC Executive Director Robert Montague says, We've been working for six years to get the land pulled together. We had to do seven deals to acquire seven and a half acres of land from the police station to Sam Cooper and then this side and over here across the street.

Not only does it mean getting rid of a blighted area, but it sets the stage for a long-awaited dream for the neighborhood. Negotiations are underway for a full-service grocery to occupy the site which could become a welcomed oasis in what's been an urban food desert.

It'll be good to have a supermarket close cause everybody don't have a vehicle and we deserve a grocery store too, said Skinner.

Not only is it important for food and nutrition, but it's important from hope, said Montague.

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Published: 12:55PM Tuesday January 06, 2015 Source: ONE News

Work is continuing on complex property demolitions in the Port Hills. - Source: ONE News

Work is continuing on complex property demolitions in the Port Hills area of Christchurch.

Main Road in Sumner will be closed intermittently at night from tonight until January 9 to allow for the demolition of critical parts of properties on Clifton Terrace, known as the "Clifton Cluster".

The properties were significantly damaged in the February 2011 earthquake and were red-zoned.

CERA Port Hills manager Brendan Winder says number 40 will be the first house to go tonight followed by number 42.

The road closure covers the full length of the protective container wall and will ensure that "the minor possibility that demolition material could land on Main Road does not impact on public safety", Mr Winder said.

Main Road will be closed for 25 minutes every half hour from 9pm - 4am.

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BOSTON The city of Boston has begun demolition of a structurally deficient bridge that led to a homeless shelter on a Boston Harbor island.

The closure of the 53-year-old bridge in October forced the evacuation of the 450-bed shelter and other programs on Long Island.

The public works department said Monday the demolition was underway with a target completion date of April 30.

The city said Walsh Construction Co., a Chicago-based firm with a regional office in Canton, was awarded the $20.6 million contract after submitting the lowest bid among seven firms.

A replacement bridge is expected to cost more than $80 million and take up to three years to build.

Mayor Martin Walsh's office says the city has found other beds for residents displaced by the shelter's evacuation.

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It will cost $20.6 million to dismantle the deteriorated Long Island Bridge, Mayor Walshs office said this morning. The demolition project, which prefaces the construction of a new bridge, began today and is expected to continue until April 30. Walsh Construction Company, of Canton, won the bid to complete the project.

Officials evacuated the islands inhabitants and closed the rusty link between Quincy and the largest harbor island on October 8, following years of concern about its structural integrity. Corroded metal, rusted plate connectors, and its questionable overall weight-bearing ability resulted in weight restrictions created in 1995 that remained in place until the closure.

The bridge is 63 years old and serves as the only entrance to the island, which has hosted a recovery center for addicts and Bostons largest homeless shelter since 1983. The Long Island shelter was home to hundreds at the time of its closure. Those people have been redirected to other homes, and temporarily stayed at health centers like the South End Fitness Center until they could be placed. The Boston Public Health Commissions website advises people looking for shelter to go to the Woods-Mullen Shelter on Mass. Ave.

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Constructing a new bridge will cost an additional $80 million and take 2-3 years to complete. Officials also say a design period could take up to 12 months. The bridge has been rehabilitated at least seven times since 1990, costing more millions.

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