# Dawson City's Beloved Westminster Hotel Burns Down

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Podcast: [Montreal News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/montreal-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7589889)
Published: 2026-05-18T02:32:56+00:00
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Dawson City mourns the loss of its historic Westminster Hotel, known as The Pit, which burned down after standing for 125 years. The iconic bar, a gathering spot for locals, was recently closed due to flood damage and was set to reopen this summer. The cause of the fire is unknown, and the community is grieving the loss of this beloved landmark. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/298de64d9feef211

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