Jun. 25—Someone used to live there. A man with a dog as I recall. Not sure what happened to him. For whatever reason, he doesn’t seem to be around anymore. You can tell by the grass out front of the house. It’s knee-high or better now. It wasn’t like that last year. I mention it […]
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House’s Covid committee investigation struggles to overcome polarizing politics
The partisan politics that have surrounded the federal and local responses to the Covid-19 pandemic continue to overshadow the committee aimed at examining – and learning from – the government’s response to the disease since the investigation’s start last year. Rep. Brad Wenstrup, a doctor who chairs the committee looking into the Covid response, told […]
You can buy adult bounce houses at Amazon
Yes, kids love bounce houses, but it’s 2024 — they’re not just for the kiddos anymore! They’re now all grown up and blown up — large enough to fit both adults and children. They’ve even gotten so popular that we’re seeing them at summer backyard parties, weddings, festivals and more. Folks flock to the adults-only […]
2 states where home prices are falling because there are too many houses and not enough buyers
Despite a US housing shortage, Florida and Texas have too much supply, Redfin found. The states accelerated construction to take advantage of pandemic-era demand. But many are now priced out, while Florida’s rising insurance costs are pushing down demand. A lack of US housing has fenced off most would-be buyers, but two states are dealing […]
Palm Beach house’s sale price vaults nearly 200% since it last sold new in 2003
Longtime Palm Beach resident Dorothy “Dottie” Alban has sold — for a recorded $10.8 million — the North End house she and her late husband, businessman James C. “Jay” Alban III, bought new 21 years ago at 249 W. Indies Drive. That’s a jump in value of nearly 200% over the previous transaction. The Albans […]
4 houses damaged in McKeesport fire
A house in McKeesport collapsed in an overnight fire. The fire broke out just before 2 a.m. at Jenny Lind and Federal Street. A total of four houses caught fire. Officials said they were all vacant, and work was being done on two of the homes. No injuries were reported. Download the FREE WPXI News […]
Shots fired, houses burning and gunman holding police at bay in Auburn
Jun. 15—AUBURN — Police, fire and rescue crews were on Russell Avenue early Saturday morning after gunfire was reported, explosions were heard and at least two houses were on fire. A gunman was reportedly holed up inside a garage at the scene. It was unclear if anyone else was inside the home. Fire crews were […]
‘I flip abandoned homes in rural Japan – people offer me houses for free’
When Paul Christie bought his house in rural Japan, locals were stunned. It had been derelict for almost two decades and the latest available record for the property was a mortgage from the 1920s. But the British expat was undeterred. He paid a little over £15,600 for the traditional single-storey, three-bedroom house set within rolling […]
With a second chance at life, Mary Haugh is doing the same for houses — just don’t call her a flipper
The 1926 Colonial on Palace Avenue looks as if it might have been imagined for a vision board of the American dream. Or, reimagined. The fresh white exterior contrasts with the crisp black shutters and flower boxes. A child’s swing hangs from a tree, a tree that also provides shade for two Adirondack chairs positioned […]
Clarkstown accuses 2 landlords of putting immigrants at risk with illegal use of 15 houses
NEW CITY – Clarkstown Supervisor George Hoehmann announced Friday that the town has gone to court to shut down 15 residences that officials say are illegally converted into unsafe dwellings, housing too many people and rife with safety violations. The town is seeking state Supreme Court court orders to get the properties vacated. The next […]
Here’s how to increase your house’s curb appeal, even if you aren’t selling it
My front yard could really use a curb-appeal upgrade. What can I do to spruce it up? The early peak of moving season is upon us and for some are residents, listing their home is on the imminent horizon. Statewide, the number of home listings increased by 7.7% for the first quarter. While most current […]
Roofs blown off houses, major damage in Canton after storms
CANTON, Texas (KETK) – Off of I-20, extensive damage can be seen in Canton from Tuesday’s early morning storms. Hideaway Lake Community still without power after Tuesday’s storms One Canton resident said she left her bathroom one minute and came back to rain pouring in the next. The family said the roof was rolled up […]