The former Bank of America building at 72 Leonard St. has been sold, and it will remain a bank in its next incarnation. According to Kevin Leech, marketing and leasing manager for Newman Properties, Leader Bank bought the vacant building for $2,825,000. “Newman Properties is beyond excited for the new buyers-Leader Bank- to take over and bring new life to this vibrant, downtown Belmont hub,” Leech wrote in a release. According to Leech, Newman Properties bought the vacant building in 2023, with the intent of finding a new tenant. The For Sale sign came down on Monday, and the final