Weston Lions Arena Saved: Hockey History Thrives

0:00Welcome to NHL News today. Two minutes of updates that matter to NHL fans, hit subscribe and stay connected. Hockey fans in Toronto scored a major victory this week. The Weston Lions Arena, a historic rink in the city's northwest end, facing demolition will now keep its ice surface. Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment announced plans to revitalize it inside a new community hub for local residents. This arena has stood since 1949, surviving floods and starring in movies and ads. Its classic blue and red wooden seats and big wooden beams make it one of a kind. Local skaters and families push back strong against the teardown. Retired NHL great Eric Lindros, joined voices from petitions, council meetings and online forums to save the spot where many pros learn to play. Their outcry worked, officials from MLSC, Toronto City Hall, and the Ontario Province teamed up to rework the project. The updated plan protects heritage elements while adding sports programs off the ice. Now revitalized, the rink stands a better shot at this year's craft

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