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Renovations
Armonk
Real Estate
Boosting Your Home's Value: Renovations To Consider Before Listing (Is It Worth It?)
When preparing to sell your home, strategic renovations and repairs can significantly enhance its appeal and increase its market value. Local real estate agent Jamey Gelardi of Houlihan Lawrence, a seasoned professional with a keen eye for market trends and owner of a renovation business, shares insights on key renovations to consider before listing your property. Curb Appeal Matters: First impressions count, and the exterior of your home is the first thing potential buyers see. Invest in landscaping, fresh paint for the front door, and clean outdoor spaces. According to Gelardi, "Curb appea…
Morris
Business
300-Year-Old Morris County Restaurant Closing For Renovations
A New Jersey restaurant open for more than 300 years will temporarily close for renovations. The Black Horse Tavern & Pub, located on W. Main Street in Mendham, bills itself as the state's oldest continually running restaurant, dating back to 1742. Over the weekend, the eatery, which serves American classics, said it will be undergoing temporary closure for renovations. "Get ready for a brand-new kitchen and a fresh look!" the Facebook post reads. "We're excited to unveil these upgrades to you." Black Horse Tavern & Pub will hold a grand reopening in Fall 2024.
Baltimore
Business
Baltimore County Studio Closing For Months Due To Devastating Fire Damage, Owner Says
A Maryland beauty and wellness studio is closing for months following a fire that caused devastating damage, according to the owner, who is asking clients for support. The blaze broke out in a basket of laundry in the basement of Esteem Studios on East Drive in Arbutus, according to owner Emily Anicua, who launched a GoFundMe to help rebuild the business. “On Tuesday morning when I went to work and unlocked the front door, smoke came pouring out," writes Anicua. “The fire fighters/investigators informed us that the cause of fire was a basket of laundry (not even in the dryer) that spontane…
Somerset
Real Estate
Fashion Icon Marc Ecko's Reimagined Bernardsville Castle Listed At $13.75M (
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A 19th-century castle fit for a king has been renovated to suit a modern-day New Jersey family. The sprawling home at 450 Claremont Road in Bernardsville has been fully renovated by fashion designer Marc Ecko, CEO of Eckō Unlimited and founder of Complex Magazine. It's on the market for $13.75 million, with Turpin Real Estate, Inc. Ecko's home, which at one point served as a school, sits on 32 acres and boasts 13 bathrooms, 7 bedrooms, and spans 20,000 square feet. Did we mention, it's a smart house? Marc Ecko's modernized castle is on the market for $13.75 million.Turpin Realtors …
Mount Pleasant
Business
Popular Eatery Now Reopened For Business In Valhalla: 'Unforgettable Experience,' Owners Say
A popular Northern Westchester eatery is once again serving up delicious sandwiches after closing temporarily for renovations. The Sandwich Spot, located in Valhalla at 160 Legion Dr., resumed serving its signature deli sandwiches and Nutella-flavored treats on Monday, June 1 after closing for renovations, the eatery's owners announced on social media. Earlier Report - Popular Eatery To Reopen In Valhalla In their announcement, the owners wrote that they are ready to serve an "unforgettable experience!" The eatery is well-known for filling sandwiches to the brim with deli meats like th…
Norfolk
Lifestyle
Brookline Japanese Bakery (Finally) Set To Reopen After Years
After two years, over $40,000 in donations, and some uncertainty, a Japanese bakery that started in 1985 is set to reopen. Japonaise Bakery and Cafe, located at 1020 Beacon Street in Brookline, churned out 'kawaii' baked goods and treats until 2021 when the dessert shop closed its doors for renovations. For fans of the bakery, the wait is almost over after the owner announced via an Instagram post made on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, that he aimed to have the shop open within a month. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Japonaise Bake…
Northern Highlands
Lifestyle
Five-Time World Series Champion Opens Restaurant With Family In Waldwick
Charlie Wonsowicz has gone from Yankee pinstripes to pots and pans. Wonsowicz, who won five World Series titles with the New York Yankees as coordinator of advanced scouting, recently opened W's Village Grille with his wife, Leslie, in Waldwick. The family previously owned W's Grill in Oakland. For the Wonsowicz's, the restaurant is a homecoming. The family lives in Waldwick and wanted to open a restaurant in their community, their daughter Paige said. They celebrated a grand opening on Tuesday, April 4. While Charlie's natural home is at the baseball diamond, where he wore #87 for the Bo…
Somerset
Business
Gabriel's Fountain Closed For Renovations
A family-owned restaurant and ice creamery in Bridgewater is closed for renovations. Gabriel's Fountain owners say they are optimistically hoping to reopen by the weekend. New Year, New Me… New Gabe’s? We will be closed down for the rest of the week attending to some much needed renovations. We will “Optimistically Plan” to reopen Saturday by 4pm 🤞 #gabrielsfountain Posted by Gabriel's Fountain Kitchen & Creamery on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 The Washington Valley Road restaurant puts its own twist on burgers, fries, sandwiches, some pastas and its specialty, homemade ice cream. Gab…
Harford
Police & Fire
Neighboring Townhouse Suffers Extensive Damage In Edgewood When Contractor Causes Fire
A vacant townhouse being renovated by contracting crews in Harford County went up in flames on Tuesday afternoon as firefighters were called in to quickly get the blaze under control. Shortly after 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 18, members of the Joppa-Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company were called to Kingston Court in Edgewood when an accidental fire broke out when a contractor was grinding metal in the bathroom of one of the units. Posted by Joppa Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company on Tuesday, October 18, 2022 According to the Maryland Fire Marshal, it took 25 firefighters just 10 minutes to …
White Plains
News
Service Area Along Hutchinson River Parkway In White Plains To Temporarily Close
State officials issued an alert to Westchester County motorists about the temporary closure of a service area along the Hutchinson River Parkway.The New York State Department of Transportation said the Mamaroneck River Service Area, located along the Hutchinson River Parkway between Exit 13 (Mamaroneck Avenue) and Exit 14 (North Street) in White Plains, is set to close on Monday, Sept. 12, beginning at midnight. The service area is set to remain closed until May 2023 to facilitate site renovations, officials said. The department said the renovations include: Updates to the fuel storage in…
Camden
Lifestyle
New Eatery, R&B Lounge Opens In South Jersey After Pandemic Delay, Renovations
Essie's Restaurant & Lounge in Clementon is officially open after a two-year delay due to the coronavirus pandemic and renovations. The eatery features creole cuisine and live rhythm and blues and jazz. In 2017, husband-and-wife entrepreneurs Mike and Chèrie Gillespie purchased a South Jersey building with the vision of opening an upscale restaurant and live music lounge. Shortly thereafter, a snowstorm caused the roof to cave in, delaying their plans. The global pandemic, a massive renovation, and two years later, the pair have finally opened Essie’s Restaurant & Lounge at 1 Gar…
Yorktown
Business
Popular Supermarket Soon Moving To Bigger Location In Yorktown
A popular supermarket is moving to a larger nearby location later this summer in Northern Westchester. Long Island-based Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace plans to open a new location at the Yorktown Green Shopping Center at 329 Downing Drive in Yorktown Heights in August, representatives announced. The space, formerly housing Food Emporium, sat empty for more than 10 years until the specialty grocer began renovations. The Yorktown Uncle Giuseppe's is currently located at 380 Downing Drive after taking over the space from Turco's. According to the announcement, renovations at the 45…
Nassau
Business
Diner In Hicksville Temporarily Closes
A Long Island diner has temporarily closed for renovations. The owners of Broadway Diner in Nassau County announced that beginning on Monday, April 4, the eatery would be closed for two to three weeks. The diner is located at 287 North Broadway in Hicksville, and the owners report that the eatery has been serving customers since 1995. The owners did not share the specific date the diner would reopen but said customers can stay updated on the diner's Facebook page.
Cape May
News
Cape May's Montreal Beach Resort Has New Local Owners, Renovation Plans
The Montreal Beach Resort and Harry’s Ocean Bar and Grille are changing owners after 56 years in business. Plans also are in the works to renovate hotel rooms and the Cape May resort's lobby, according to its new owner, Madison Resorts. Madison Resorts is a locally owned hospitality management company headed by property operations veteran Dan Alicea. Alicea has previously worked in the local market, as well as led the revitalization of two historic resorts on the East Coast. “My wife was born and raised in Cape May County. Now operating a piece of its history is a childhood dream com…
Hackensack
Business
New Bar Replacing Shuttered Hackensack Restaurant Solari's
A new bar is coming to Hackensack, BoozyBurbs reports. Tavern 61 will be replacing Solari's on South River Street, the Italian restaurant that had been in business since the 1930s, the outlet first announced. The site is currently undergoing renovations and is expected to serve burgers, pasta, steaks and more. No word yet on an opening date. Tavern 61, 61 S River St, Hackensack
Ocean
Business
Jersey Shore ShopRite Reopens Following Renovations
A Jersey Shore ShopRite has reopened following a series of renovations. The Lacey store in Lanoka Harbor features a remodeled health and beauty department, a new fresh produce section complete with a broad selection of local and organically grown options. The store also reset center aisles to allow for better traffic flow and new product selections. The remodeled store includes new LED lighting as well as upgraded refrigerated cases that are environmentally-friendly and energy-efficient. With these improvements and a more streamlined layout, the renovated store enhances t…
North Passaic
Sports
Look
Inside
: Derek Jeter Drops Price Of Greenwood Lake Mansion
New York Yankee legend is hoping to hit a home run in the real estate market. The former slugger's Greenwood Lake home is back on the market for a cool $12.75 million. The Orange County, NY property -- dubbed "Tiedemann Castle" and located on the water that straddles New York and New Jersey -- was first purchased by the Hall of Fame shortstop 15 years ago. Jeter, an All-Star shortstop and team captain who spent his entire playing career with the Yankees, is now the chief executive officer of the Miami Marlins -- and doesn't spend too much time up north anymore. It had been on the market …
Mount Pleasant
Sports
Captain's Castle: Derek Jeter's Hudson Valley Estate Back On Market For $12.75M
New York Yankee legend is hoping to hit a home run in the real estate market as his Hudson Valley home is back on the market for a cool $12.75 million. The Orange County property, dubbed Tiedemann Castle and located in Greenwood Lake near Sterling Forest State Park, was first purchased by the Hall of Fame shortstop 15 years ago and had previously been put on the market with a near $15 million price tag as recently as three years ago. Earlier story - Captain's Castle: Derek Jeter Lists Hudson Valley Estate For $14.75M According to reports, Jeter initially bought the residence, where his g…
Brookfield
Police & Fire
CT Home Being Renovated Suffers 'Catastrophic' Damage After Blaze Breaks Out
A Connecticut home undergoing renovations was destroyed by a "catastrophic" early morning fire that took firefighters at least an hour to get under control. The West Hartford Fire Department responded to the fire at 711 Prospect Ave., around 6:24 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 24, said Fire Chief Greg H. Priest. When firefighters arrived on the scene they found flames visible from the second floor have heavy fire from several dies of the single-family home located in an area that is known for its older historic homes, the chief said. As units were preparing for a search/rescue and fire a…
Yorktown
Business
Five Guys Location In Area Abruptly Closes For Remodel
A popular Hudson Valley burger spot unexpectedly closed its doors without warning for a remodel. The Five Guys location on Route 9 in Poughkeepsie will be temporarily closed for renovations, though the location in Fishkill further down the roadway will remain open for the time being. As of this week, the windows at Five Guys have been covered, with large signs promoting their re-opening, “soon.” Legal permits from several departments are also posted on the front door near the “re-opening soon” signs. It is unclear when the restaurant will reopen later this year, possibly as soon as next mo…
Hackensack
Business
Restaurant Openings, Closings In North Jersey
Another week of restaurant openings and closings in the books. Here's a look at what's here and what's not in Bergen and Passaic counties: CLOSED: Skuffy's Subs in Hawthorne. This 30-year-old sandwich shop posted "closed from now on" and "for rent" signs in the windows. No one was immediately available for comment when Daily Voice called Thursday. CLOSED (for renovations): Syros Taverna, Englewood. The Greek restaurant, which also closed briefly for renovations this time last year, posted a notice in the windows and on social media. Check back later this month for expanded menu options. …
Hackensack
Business
Lido's In Hackensack To Close For Renovations
Sorry loyal Lido's customers -- you'll have to get your pizza elsewhere next month. The popular Main Street restaurant, beloved for its steak and famous pizza pies -- will be closing for some "much needed" renovations in December, according to an announcement on Facebook. The menu will not change all that much, the eatery said but the facility itself will be looking spiffier come 2019. Lodi Restaurant, 701 Main St., Hackensack
