Demolition crews from Costello Dismantling Company tear down the former Levine's building in downtown Waterville on Thursday.

Demolition crews from Costello Dismantling Company tear down the former Levine's building in downtown Waterville on Thursday.

Demolition started Thursday morning of the former Levine's clothing store in downtown Waterville. Colby College, which purchased the property and vacant building, plans to build a 42-bed hotel in its place.

Staff photo by Michael G. Seamans Demolition crews from Costello Dismantling Company tear down the former Levine's building in downtown Waterville on Thursday.

Demolition started Thursday morning of the former Levine's clothing store in downtown Waterville. Colby College, which purchased the property and vacant building, plans to build a 42-bed hotel in its place.

Demolition crews from Costello Dismantling Company tear down the former Levine's building in downtown Waterville on Thursday.

Demolition started Thursday morning of the former Levine's clothing store in downtown Waterville. Colby College, which purchased the property and vacant building, plans to build a 42-bed hotel in its place.

Demolition started Thursday morning of the former Levine's clothing store in downtown Waterville. Colby College, which purchased the property and vacant building, plans to build a 42-bed hotel in its place.

Demolition started Thursday morning of the former Levine's clothing store in downtown Waterville. Colby College, which purchased the property and vacant building, plans to build a 42-bed hotel in its place.

Crews finish up for the day late Thursday evening after beginning demolition of the former Levine's clothing store in downtown Waterville.