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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 removal of the sign are available from ABC13 Houston, for those interested in learning more about the change to the New York City landscape.
A familiar landmark in New York City has been removed after decades in place. The Macy's sign at the Herald Square store, shaped like a red shopping bag, is no longer visible. The sign featured white tissue paper above the handles, and its removal comes after over 30 years in the same location.
Further details about the removal of the sign are available from ABC13 Houston, for those interested in learning more about the change to the New York City landscape.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 29, 2026 ·
Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK / ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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