Developer sees future for Bresee

DANVILLE – On more than one occasion, chunks have fallen from the cornices of this early 1900s building, a historic landmark that stretches high above other rooftops in a small downstate town.

First National Bank once filled the first floor, but eventually, all of the building became vacant and neglected and started seriously deteriorating. Demolition seemed like the only option.

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