Monthly Archives: May 2012

For sale: Seattle home where Obama raised money

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 ZillowPresident Obama is scheduled to start his Seattle visit at this home. The cost of brunching with the president? $35,800 per couple.The cost of the home where the brunch is being held? $2.95 million.President Barack Obama visited Seattle Thursday for two fundraisers: Brunch at a private home, followed by an event at a downtown theater.The brunch was held at the home of Democratic donors Ann and Bruce Blume, whose home was recently listed for sale for $2.95 million.As the race heats up between Read more [...]

Stow Maries WWI airfield granted Grade II listed status

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10 May 2012 Last updated at 13:21 GMT The 24 buildings at the aerodrome have been restored in recent years A World War I airbase in Essex has been granted listed status. Twenty-four buildings at Stow Maries Aerodrome, near Maldon, have been Grade II listed by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport. The airfield site, which was used as a base for the 37th Squadron, Royal Read more [...]

House Hunt: Five Oakton Homes Listed for Under $1M

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Real estate: The source of endless fascination at cocktail parties. A reason for otherwise normal neighbors to turn into peeping voyeurs as they check out the closets of their neighbor during an Open House. The cause for great angst, if a house is out of reach for a would-be buyer, or if it’s priced far below what a new owner just paid for a nearly identical house. To help keep you apprised of the local real estate market scene, Patch’s weekly House Hunt will highlight five houses that have Read more [...]

UVL Members a Key Part of RHS Chelsea Flower Show

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10th May 2012 This May two Unique Venues of London (UVL) members will play key parts in one of the most famous events in London’s calendar – the RHS Chelsea Flower Show.The high point of the summer season, the RHS Chelsea Flower Show will once again be held in the grounds of Royal Hospital Chelsea, with Fortnum Mason providing luxurious hospitality between 22-26 May.The Grade I Listed Royal Hospital Chelsea, home to the Chelsea Pensioners, plays host to the show every year in 21 acres of Read more [...]

FRP administrators sell Aquascutum

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FRP ADVISORY ADMINISTRATORS have arranged the sale of collapsed fashion retailer Aquascutum. Geoff Rowley (pictured) and Phil Armstrong, partners at FRP Advisory, were appointed joint-administrators to the luxury fashion brand which is worn by politicians, celebrities and royalty including Kate Middleton on 17 April. The sale is for the majority of the UK business and assets of Aquascutum to a wholly owned subsidiary of YGM Trading. The business already owned Read more [...]

Only in Print: Religious Event – The Weekend – Galesburg Register

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The following are stories you will find today only in the printed and e-edition of The Register-Mail. • Religious Event: Agnes and Ray Kimbell celebrate 25 years of The Weekend. Page D1 • What to Do: Upcoming events are listed in the weekly Out About calendar. Page C3 • Arrests are listed in Matter of Record. Page A8 Click here to find out how to read the full stories   Read more [...]

Southern Trails home listed for sale

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A four-bedroom home at 12603 Shady Run Lane in Pearland’s Southern Trails subdivision has been listed for $309,990. This 3,236-square-foot, 3.5-bath residence has an open floor plan with high ceilings, picture windows and hardwood floors. The kitchen has an oversized island and features 42-inch ebony cabinets, stainless steel appliances and a corner walk-in pantry. Additionally, the house has a large game room, media room, and covered patio with an outdoor kitchen. 12603 Shady Run Read more [...]