A beloved Newbury landmark known as the Pink House was reduced to rubble Tuesday morning, marking the end of a yearslong battle to preserve the dilapidated structure that was a cherished subject for artists.

The Pink House is no more. The century-old home in Newbury located off the Plum Island Turnpike was reduced to rubble by demolition crews Tuesday morning. Some community members in recent years rallied to prevent the destruction of what they called a "beloved iconic landmark,