BY BOB REILLY

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A car crashed into Laurel Tavern Donuts on Nov. 30.
Courtesy of Bob Reilly

On Nov. 30, at approximately 8 a.m., a Honda traveling southbound on Route 1 in Laurel crashed into the side of the Laurel Tavern Donuts building. Both the vehicle and building sustained major damage. It was reported on the scene that one person received minor injuries.

The business is located at 115 Washington Boulevard. The Maryland Historical Trust lists the building as a historic site.

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Baked goods can be seen inside the damaged Laurel Tavern Donuts building.
Courtesy of Bob Reilly

From 1940 until 2006, the building was home to the Little Tavern, a popular fast food and beverage business serving Laurel and the surrounding area. In 2008, Wil and Jin Kwon purchased the building and opened Laurel Tavern Donuts.