Monthly Archives: July 2011

Green house effect: You don’t have to compromise on design when opting for an …

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As soaring fuel bills force homebuyers to act green, many movers are opting for the lower running costs of a new-build property which, on average, are six times more energy-efficient than older homes. The message coming through is that you do not have to compromise on comfort, style and luxury, or even pay a premium, for a low-energy new home that offers a better, cheaper lifestyle. Green design has entered the mainstream housing market, with most developers leaning towards Read more [...]

‘French castle’ in city selling for $12 million

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A castle sitting atop a hill on the west side of the city is the most expensive home ever listed for sale.Priced at $12 million, the 14,500-square-foot French Country home built by Pacer Signature Homes is a picture of opulence and elegance. Previously, the priciest home ever sold was one in Elbow Park owned by former Calgary Flames’ goaltender Mike Vernon. It sold for $10.3 million.“This home will be sold to someone who appreciates the thoughtfulness that went into its design and construction,� Read more [...]

SC Gov. Haley listed self as white on ’01 form

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By JIM DAVENPORT, Associated Press – 27 minutes ago  COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina Democrats are accusing the state's first minority governor of using her heritage for political convenience after unearthing a 2001 voter registration application on which she lists herself as white.Democratic Party Chairman Dick Harpootlian said Thursday the document shows Republican Gov. Nikki Haley has trouble with the truth and highlights her own heritage only when it suits her.Haley spokesman Trey Read more [...]

House Hunt: Open Houses Near Woodstock

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Homes near Woodstock, Holly Springs and Canton holding Open Houses or newly listed this week range in price from a three-bedroom home on Dockside Downs Drive for $135,000 to a four-bedroom home on Little River Farms Trail for  $419,900. Times, prices and information are listed with each photograph.

Best Teesside broadband connection zones listed

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TEESSIDE’S best zones for broadband connection have been listed by communications experts. The list is based on access to broadband exchanges and also highlights the eight areas to benefit from upgrades later this year. “The closer a business is to an area exchange, the better the chance of achieving a high speed. Each exchange is capable of giving 24 megabits per second broadband, but the further a business is from the exchange, the more this speed will drop off,” said Mike Odysseas, Read more [...]

House Hunt: Hunter Mill Road Home Listed For $2.2 Million

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To help keep you apprised of the local real estate market scene, Patch’s weekly House Hunt will highlight five houses that have come on the market in the past week, along with information about Open House schedules and recent sales, if applicable. Okay, on to this week’s new listings: 2367 Hunter Mill Rd, Vienna, VA; $2,235,000; 4BR, 4.5BA; MLS: fx7652573 9020 Lupine Den Dr, Vienna; $1,085,000; 5BR, 4.5BA; MLS: fx7656645 915 Olympian Cir SW, Vienna; $639,000; 4BR, 4BA 2723 Baronhurst Dr, Vienna; Read more [...]

Business Events

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  ADVERTISEMENT   CONTACT SCBJ Kurt Batdorf, Editorkbatdorf@scbj.com Published: Thursday, July 28, 2011 Business Events National Night Out set for Aug. 2 at McCollum ParkEVERETT — Join your neighbors and learn the latest in crime prevention during this year’s National Night Out Against Crime event from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 2, at McCollum Read more [...]

Bellangelo Winery listed for sale – Elmira Star

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Bellangelo Winery in Dundee, Yates County, has been put on the market for $499,000. The asking price includes 10 acres on Seneca Lake, two tasting rooms, a wine cellar and a production area and laboratory.Founded by Michael Litterio in 2002, the Italian-themed winery has a sweeping view of the lake and could be repurposed into a restaurant, says Mel Russo, the Seneca Falls, Seneca County, real estate broker who has the listing for the property.Since Villa Bellangelo buys grapes for its annual Read more [...]

Bellangelo Winery listed for sale – Elmira Star

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Bellangelo Winery in Dundee, Yates County, has been put on the market for $499,000. The asking price includes 10 acres on Seneca Lake, two tasting rooms, a wine cellar and a production area and laboratory.Founded by Michael Litterio in 2002, the Italian-themed winery has a sweeping view of the lake and could be repurposed into a restaurant, says Mel Russo, the Seneca Falls, Seneca County, real estate broker who has the listing for the property.Since Villa Bellangelo buys grapes for its annual Read more [...]