A longtime landmark dating back to 1932 is coming down in West Penn Township.

Owners and contractors spent the last few days tearing down the last remnants of the devastating fire that destroyed the White Diner on September 18 of last year.

Current owners, Helen and Jim Fulmer, and Helen's brother, Morgan Jones Jr., stated they have worked hard to keep the restaurant operating and plan on continuing that tradition. They are planning a new, expanded version of the restaurant.

According to Morgan, the only things that were saved from the fire are a 25 by 25 foot section of the brick dining room and a few memorable knickknacks.

The South Tamaqua eatery has been a long time staple in the area and had multip