After nearly 50 years in the business, a staple in Regina’s bar scene has come crashing down.

Demolition started at the Pump Roadhouse on Victoria Avenue on Wednesday.

The Islamic Association of Saskatchewan bought the property last fall and plans to eventually build a mosque.

It will be the first purpose-built place of worship for Regina’s Sunni Muslims community.

At this time, it’s unknown how long it will take to clear the site or when the mosque is expected to be built.

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