Adam Watson of Roy-Mar Demolition uses an excavator to remove part of the Branningha Grove property on Owen Sound’s east side on Monday. The demolition of the property is expected to last until the end of next week. (Rob Gowan The Sun Times)

The move to demolish the building has been a contentious one at times with some in the community calling on the building to be saved and designated under the Ontario Heritage Act due to historical and cultural significance. Built in 1881 by Walter and Mary Holmes, the High Victorian-style home was modelled after the original owners’ house in England.

Source: Branningham Grove coming down | Owen Sound Sun Times