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Beloved Macy's red shopping bag billboard in New York City's Herald Square taken down after decades
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· July 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the sign's removal are available from ABC7 News, for those interested in learning more about the change to the New York City skyline.
A familiar landmark in New York City has been removed after decades in place. The Macy's sign, a giant red shopping bag with white tissue paper visible above the handles, is no longer atop the Herald Square store. This sign had been a part of the city's landscape for over 30 years.
Its removal marks the end of an era for the iconic billboard. Further details about the sign's removal are available from ABC7 News, for those interested in learning more about the change to the New York City skyline.
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Category: government Published: July 29, 2026 Source: ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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