Re-constructed McDonald's opens in New Hartford
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Dec 17, 2012 at 2:20 PM EDT
Story Updated:
Dec 17, 2012 at 2:21 PM EDT
NEW HARTFORD, N.Y. (WKTV) - The McDonalds in New Hartford is back in business after undergoing a complete transformation.
It took just five days back in October to take the old building down on Seneca Turnpike and 72 days later, a brand new Mc Donald's now stands in its place.
Ronald McDonald himself was there for the ribbon cutting for the restaurant with all the latest bells and whistles, including a double drive-thru. The interior of the restaurant takes its cue from a coffeehouse inspiration.
The grand re-opening is a special one for owner Tom Clark, as this was the very first store owned.
"It's very exciting today and it's very personal," Clark said. "This is where I started in the McDonald's business 34 years ago. So it's very exciting having this new store."
Clark now owns 20 restaurants and in honor of the grand re-opening, he made a donation to Hospice Palliative Care.
The New Hartford Town Supervisor proclaimed the day "Tom Clark Day."
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