A developer that planned to demolish one of Beverly’s oldest buildings now says most of it can be preserved.
Symes Assoc. executive Jeff Rhuda said the company has devised a plan to save the most historic part of the building, which dates to 1715.
Part of the building would still be knocked down to make room for a Walgreens, if the city approves the plan.
The building was home to Nathaniel Greenwood, a member of the Sons of Liberty, which included John Adams and Paul Revere. Developers said it was in bad shape and had to be knocked down, but residents protested.
Beverly city councilor Don Martin told The Salem News he’s happy the building will be saved, but most people are worried about traffic from the Walgreens. (AP)





