August 2021

The former SPS museum is undergoing a major facelift to be transformed into a 'heritage museum' which will allow visitors to take a peek at Kashmir's oldest social and cultural heritage. At the…

The newly completed entrance and porch create a grand entrance to the historic Hotel del Coronado.The renovation is nothing new at the Hotel del Coronado, ES Babcock setting the precedent when it began the first updates in 1902. A new step…

Dubai: Dubai's museums and heritage sites provide the diverse community of Dubai with rich experiences across the emirate, and the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is charged with safeguarding them as beacons of…

For some buyers, the X factor that seals the deal is a neighbor's smile, a fine wine in a cafe, or the timely arrival of flowers.But at Douglas Manor, a waterfront part of northeast Queens, where a lot of people say 'yes', this is when the…

Beaufort, South Carolina is gorgeous. What's new? A national travel magazine has identified it as one of the 26 most beautiful cities in America. Beaufort joins famous cities such as Nantucket, Massachusetts, Woodstock, Vermont…

5. 75 FRENCH BAR Best for: Old world charm Bursting with historic elegance, drinkers flock to this refined establishment - part of famous French restaurant Arnaud's - for its eponymous signature cocktail French 75: a delicate blend of…

Credit: (asturnut on Flickr; CC BY-NC 2.0)Mauritius river Bivalve's historic oyster fleet, located at the mouth of the Mauritius River in Cumberland County, takes another step towards better protection against the onslaught of rising…

By Lucy Sherriff, CNN One of the tallest capitals in the world, Bogotá is billed as “2,600 meters closer to the stars”. While that elevation (8,530 feet) means you're more…

It has now been two years since Viva-MTS and the Foundation for the Preservation of Wildlife and Cultural Goods (FPWC) implemented infrastructure development projects in Koghb, the largest conurbation of Tavush,…

There are several listed buildings on the former site of Northallerton PrisonThe council is set to consider a recommendation from its planning officers to approve the conversion of part of the early 19th century Governor's House on the…

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The Circles neighborhood west of Santa Cruz was founded in 1890 as the Garfield Park State Christian Disciples Campground. Its centerpiece was a park with a tabernacle that also served as a community center, which burned down in 1935,…

Belle Grove Plantation will host its 10th Wine Festival celebrating local businesses on Saturday, August 28, 2021, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Tickets are on sale now at www.bellegrove.org, in the Belle Grove Museum Shop,…

Cars? It is quite true to say that they go on sometimes and sometimes they come to a complete stop. This can also be said of the major exhibitions showcasing cars, including some of the most fabulous and fictional cars ever…

VIRGINIA / DC - The average selling price of homes in Northern Virginia is expected to continue its upward trend for the remainder of the year, but at a slower pace in almost all parts of the region.The biggest increase in median…

After eight years, more than a million dollars and nearly 12,000 hours of volunteer work, the historic Opendore will reopen its doors to the public on Saturday.Isabel Howland's former home in the hamlet of Sherwood, in southern Cayuga…

I've visited San Juan Island four times in two decades, but it wasn't until my family's last trip this summer that I finally saw an orca in the wild. We were on the ferry approaching Friday Harbor when the ship slowed down. A…

DANBURY - The city has a myriad of historic properties which add to its character.The challenge, officials said, is how to use these properties to support the city's future as Danbury grows. “Danbury's growth is almost…

A veteran Hampton pilot died in a plane crash in Pennsylvania on Friday after attending an air show in Atlantic City, New Jersey.GEICO Skytypers member Andy 'Trav' Travnicek, 50, crashed while taking off from Wilkes-Barre / Scranton…

Plans for a luxurious 17-story condominium tower just north of the Peachtree Battle Mall appear to be moving forward with a deal to partially preserve a historic brick building that currently houses an antique market.Dubbed the Peachtree…

The 4forART Gallery on Williamsville Road in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. STOCK BRIDGE - Which of the most distinguished art galleries in the Berkshires must have moved three times in the past…

At the start of last week, the city of Addis installed new instruments on fleet vehicles to improve their…

A historic building in central New Hartford is going to be demolished today, the day after a massive fire that caused extensive damage to the building. Crews from 29 fire departments responded when the blaze spread through…

by Walt Maguire To the surprise of the Chestnut Hill Community Association, neighbors and City Councilor Cindy Bass's office, on August 4, the Philadelphia Zoning Board of Adjustments approved a…

Wedding favors Before one of your beloved wedding guests comes home, you'll want to properly thank them for coming to celebrate your big day. Providing thoughtful wedding favors is a thoughtful way to say thank you for all that your…

Choosing a European destination is never easy, but planning a trip to Spain, the land of 1000 rivers, as it is also called, is always the right choice. The country's 17 regions offer a diverse culture, cuisine and even…

The Dinwoodey Mansion at 411 East 100 South appears to be demolished, despite its historic status. Photo by Jacob Barlow. "These are demolished dwellings that are necessary to build future apartment or condo buildings", explains the…

LUDLOW - The $ 29.9 million renovation of Mill 8 - the clock tower building depicted on the city's seal - will begin early next year at the Ludlow Mills complex on State Street.WinnDevelopment will transform the 230,000 square foot Mill 8…

President Uhuru Kenyatta begins his final year in office tomorrow (Monday), ushering in a frantic 12 months of scrambling as those seeking to succeed him strike a crescendo. Away from political politics, a series of legal activities,…

California's largest active wildfire razed several buildings belonging to a Native American tribe in Greenville and forced around 25 members to evacuate their homes. The Dixie fire on Wednesday destroyed Greenville Rancheria's medical and…

On that fateful day 20 years ago when the planes were grounded, Heather Penney took flight. The US Air Force fighter pilot flew a mission on September 11, 2001 preparing to shoot down the enemy - even with the possibility that her…

Historic Fresno Theaters have been involved in the community conversation in recent months. First, there was the intermittent sale of the iconic Tower Theater, which resulted in several legal battles, national commentary and…

Alaina Simone worked in several galleries, including the GR N'Namdi Gallery, before becoming a liaison with artists, curator and member of the board of directors. She approaches her interdisciplinary career with reverence and respect for…

WASHINGTON (AP) - Despite a hectic week in turmoil, President Joe Biden congratulated the Senate on Friday for moving beyond bipartisan infrastructure shot closer to the passage, ahead of a key vote on the $ 1 trillion package.As Biden!-->…

FOR MORE THINGS TO DO IN MILWAUKEE CHECK OUR CALENDAR OF EVENTS 1. Perseid meteor shower FRIDAY AT 7 PM | VIRTUAL EVENT Look up because the Perseid meteor shower happens all month and that means you can see hundreds of shooting stars…

Oregon Rainier Historical Museum: Hours: noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays (except holidays), third floor of Town Hall, 106, rue W. B, Rainier. Old photos or objects that people would like to share or donate to the museum are welcome. Old photos…

A 1970s view of the historic fire station from the tower. A book presentation at the Tower Train Depot on August 17 will help raise funds for the restoration of the fire hall. Photo submitted. TOWER - The Tower Sudan Historical…

SPRING CITY - A Chester County home will be featured in a new nationwide TV show called Cheap Old House…

New Delhi: The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) is implementing a Core Sector Framework Program - Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY) since 2016-17 for the overall growth and development of the food!-->!-->…

The calendar of church and community events is published every Friday. Articles must be submitted by 10 a.m. on Monday for that Friday's schedule. Events should be emailed to [email protected] 7…

Belfast, Maine is one of Maine's beautiful coastal cities that welcomes visitors with open and friendly arms. Spending a perfect day wandering the shops of Main Street, exploring the busy harbor, and eating the freshest seafood,…

Daily Journal Staff ReportThe Kankakee Historical Society has announced two outdoor and family events for…

NEW YORK, August 4, 2021 / PRNewswire / - Pembrook Capital Management LLC (“Pembrook”), one of the nation's leading bridge lenders for affordable rental housing, announced Nigel henri joined the firm as an Analyst. In his new role, Henry…

Fargo, North Dakota | $ 459,900A 1908 Queen Anne Victorian with four bedrooms and two bathrooms, on 0.26 acre lotThis home, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is in downtown Fargo, less than a mile north of…

Alma W. Thomas (1891-1978) Untitled, ca. 1968 Acrylic on cut paper, stapled and taped. Steve and Lesley Testan Collection, curated by Emily Friedman Fine Art Alma Thomas was born in 1891. Remember this when…

Any owner who renovates a historic property knows that it is possible to discover one or two surprises behind the walls. Water damage, mold, and faulty wiring systems are not uncommon. But for black homeowners, surprises can be more than…

Leonard C. Goodman is a Chicago criminal defense attorney and co-owner of the new independent firm Reader. Chicagoans…

Museum receives gift of 3 tons of Indian crushing rockPORT CLINTON - Miriam Ruth Kaptain, longtime resident of Catawba Island, made a unique gift to the Catawba Island Historical Society - a 3 ton boulder that has spent the past 35 years…