housing
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Dorset Development Surge: New Housing and Commercial Shifts
Dorset sees a wave of new planning applications, including a major 37-home proposal in Sherborne and a bakery moving into a former bank in Dorchester.
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Demolition Begins on Long-Disputed Meath Home After Legal Seizure
A Co Meath property at the center of a 20-year planning battle is being demolished after the High Court authorized the council to seize the home.
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CertainTeed Doubles Georgia Shingle Capacity Amid Housing Boom
CertainTeed Roofing completed a $100 million expansion at its Peachtree City, Georgia, plant, doubling shingle production to meet surging Southeast.
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Vancouver’s Urban Future Takes Shape: Major Projects on Housing, Transit, and Infrastructure
Metro Vancouver and British Columbia are undergoing a significant transformation, with numerous major projects underway in housing, transit, and infrastructure. Urban journalist Kenneth Chan’s recent reports highlight the region’s efforts to address rapid growth and evolving needs.
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Singapore’s Youth Homelessness: The Unseen Crisis Behind Closed Doors
Despite growing global attention to homelessness, there is currently no confirmed public information about youth homelessness in Singapore from available sources. This article explores the absence of documented cases and the implications for policy and society.
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Transition Montréal: Pragmatic Vision Amid Quebec’s Election Shake-Up
As Montreal’s municipal election approaches, Transition Montréal stands out for its focus on practical solutions to housing, homelessness, and heritage conservation, challenging the city’s recent progressive experiments. With voter turnout and public transit disruptions looming, the party’s approach highlights a…
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10 U.S. Cities Where High Living Costs Threaten Retirement Security
Retiring in a dream city may come at a steep price. This article highlights ten U.S. cities where soaring housing costs and living expenses can quickly erode retirement savings, offering insights and alternatives for those planning their golden years.
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Older Voters Hold the Key: NYC Mayoral Race Tightens as Mamdani Faces Cuomo Challenge
With Election Day approaching, Zohran Mamdani leads the NYC mayoral race, but a large bloc of undecided voters aged 50+ could shift the outcome, especially as Andrew Cuomo gains momentum and endorsements.
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NYC Mayoral Debate Highlights: Mamdani, Cuomo, and Sliwa Face Off
The NYC mayoral debate showcased sharp exchanges on Trump, housing, Gaza, and the future of the city. Mamdani emerged as the frontrunner, Cuomo highlighted experience, and Sliwa stood as the outsider.
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Fed Rate Cut: Unpacking Risks for Housing, Savings, and Jobs
As the Federal Reserve prepares to cut interest rates, U.S. households face a shifting economic landscape. Lower borrowing costs may spark a housing price surge, erode savings returns, and signal deeper job market uncertainty.
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Rhode Island Faces Key Developments Across Housing, Literacy, and Law
Rhode Island grapples with rising housing costs for seniors, childhood literacy challenges, and judicial retirements, signaling a transformative period for the state.
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Unified Legal Framework Adopted for the Donation and Transfer of State Property in Armenia
At its December 19 session, the Armenian government approved a decision titled “On Establishing the Procedures for the Donation and Transfer of State-Owned Property and the Privatization of Dormitory Housing Stock Managed by State and Budgetary Institutions, and Assigning Authority…