Its doors have been closed for nearly two decades, and its future has been a hot topic in Lansingburgh about that long, but now the old Leonard Hospital is finally coming down. Demolition began on Thursday.

There are no official plans for the site yet, but the city says following the demolition they will be seeking public input on what should be done with the property.

This is the second property in that area that could bring a boost to Lansingburgh.

The old Price Chopper site, which is privately owned, is just down the road.