Arlington, VA
Real Estate
Kalorama’s Crown Jewel? Lavish $5.8M Estate Could Be Ultimate Power Address For DC Players Kalorama’s Crown Jewel? Lavish $5.8M Estate Could Be Ultimate Power Address For DC Players
Kalorama’s Crown Jewel? Lavish $5.8M Estate Could Be Ultimate Power Address For DC Players A stately home in DC's prestigious Kalorama neighborhood may be the perfect spot or a new Cabinet member after it hit the market for $5.8 million.  Dilan Homes has completed a top-to-bottom reimagination and restoration of a popular Federal-Inspired Brick Home that sits in the heart of community, surrounded by homes that have housed some of the rich, famous, and powerful. The listing was posted by Robert Hryniewicki, Adam Rackliffe, Christopher Leary, and Micah Smith of HRL Partners at Washington Fine Properties. "It is 100 percent gut renovated with an entirely brand new floor plan, …

SHARE

by Zak Failla
Wildwood, NJ
News
Wildwood Crest Resort Named Best New Hotel In America Wildwood Crest Resort Named Best New Hotel In America
Wildwood Crest Resort Named Best New Hotel In America A hotel on the Jersey Shore is one of the best in the country according to a new USA Today poll Madison Resort Wildwood Crest in Cape May County was named the #1 best new hotel in USA Today's 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.  The hotel, which opened in May, was the first New Jersey hotel to win the award.  Formerly the Oceanview Motel, Madison Resorts purchased the property in 2022. The property underwent demolition and reconstruction with a dedicated focus on preserving its signature Doo-Wop aesthetic.  In 2023, the company purchased the neighboring Royal Hawaiian Motel…

SHARE

by Sam Barron
Yonkers, NY
Business
New Sushi, Latin Fusion Spot Coming To Yonkers: Here's Where New Sushi, Latin Fusion Spot Coming To Yonkers: Here's Where
New Sushi, Latin Fusion Spot Coming To Yonkers: Here's Where An upcoming Westchester restaurant will soon be bringing quite a unique combination of cuisines to those in the area.  Papi Sushi Latin Fusion will be coming to the city of Yonkers at 811 McLean Ave. in the space that formerly housed Salsa Bembe, according to the eatery's Instagram page.  The business will be an "upscale Latin restaurant," according to the owner.  Although an opening date has not yet been announced, the space is now being remodeled and the owners teased soon-to-be-coming news on their social media:  "Follow us to stay tuned," they wrote.  Click h…

SHARE

by Ben Crnic
Mount Pleasant, NY
Business
Popular Tap Room To Change Ownership In Valhalla, Close For Renovations Popular Tap Room To Change Ownership In Valhalla, Close For Renovations
Popular Tap Room To Change Ownership In Valhalla, Close For Renovations A beloved Northern Westchester shop known for its artisanal olive oils, vinegar, and local flair is changing hands as it prepares for a new chapter in 2025. The Twisted Branch, located at 24 Broadway in Valhalla, has announced that it will soon be under new ownership as the Cozza and Cherico families pass the torch to the Galletti family starting Wednesday, Jan. 1, when it will close for renovations.  Known for its charming tap room featuring over 30 varieties of olive oils and balsamic vinegars, along with a coffee bar and selection of local products, The Twisted Branch has become a s…

SHARE

by Ben Crnic
Northern Highlands, NJ
Real Estate
Record-Breaking $2.45M Sale Closes In Saddle River Luxury Community After 7 Days On Market Record-Breaking $2.45M Sale Closes In Saddle River Luxury Community After 7 Days On Market
Record-Breaking $2.45M Sale Closes In Saddle River Luxury Community After 7 Days On Market A record-breaking real estate sale in Bergen County has set a new benchmark in one luxury community. Saddle River Grand, home to 68 exclusive townhomes, saw a pristine, newly renovated end unit at 140 Cortland Dr. close on Friday, Dec. 6, for $2.45 million—surpassing the previous high of $2.299 million set in December 2022. The average Saddle River home value is $2,069,484, up 7.9% over the past year, as of Tuesday, Dec. 17, according to Zillow. The property was listed at $2.299 million with Diane Cookson of COMPASS and spent just seven days on the market, with multiple offers driving…

SHARE

by Cecilia Levine
Hempstead, NY
News
Iconic Waldorf Astoria To Reopen After Years-Long Makeover: Here’s When Iconic Waldorf Astoria To Reopen After Years-Long Makeover: Here’s When
Iconic Waldorf Astoria To Reopen After Years-Long Makeover: Here’s When An iconic New York hotel will soon be reopening after a years-long renovation. The Waldorf Astoria is on track to be up and running in the spring. It has been closed for renovation since February 2017. The hotel's online reservation system went live last week. An announcement on its website states, "We are opening Spring 2025 and are now accepting reservations for stays and groups beginning September 2025." Known for its Art Deco design and rich history, the Waldorf Astoria has been a symbol of luxury since its original opening in 1931. Over the decades, it has hosted countless celebriti…

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
West Hartford, CT
News
Hartford Golf Club Wins Approval for Expanded Outdoor Options Hartford Golf Club Wins Approval for Expanded Outdoor Options
Hartford Golf Club Wins Approval for Expanded Outdoor Options The Hartford Golf Club is moving forward with an expansion after receiving approval for new amenities from the Hartford Planning and Zoning Commission. The commission unanimously approved the club's plans to renovate an existing fire pit area, add a second fire pit, and construct a new 1,200-square-foot patio, according to notes from a recent meeting. The approval includes specific conditions to ensure the project aligns with West Hartford’s ordinances. Commissioners agreed that the fire pits and patio would not disrupt nearby properties, and no neighbors raised concerns during the public c…

SHARE

by Josh Lanier
Hudson, NY
Lifestyle
Stunning $3.3M Claverack Cottage Relisted Offers Luxurious Retreat Stunning $3.3M Claverack Cottage Relisted Offers Luxurious Retreat
Stunning $3.3M Claverack Cottage Relisted Offers Luxurious Retreat Nestled on 130 acres in the heart of Columbia County in Claverack, the Normandy-style estate, designed and renovated by a popular local artist, boasts architectural elegance and sweeping woodland views. It is now on the market for $3.3 million. Agent Chris Getman with Houlihan Lawrence said the recently relisted estate at 35 Harlemville offers a seamless blend of European sophistication and the ambiance of the upper Hudson Valley. The estate features a great room with expansive glass walls that provide uninterrupted views of the surrounding woodlands and a private swimming pond.  Each…

SHARE

by Kathy Reakes
Northern Highlands, NJ
Real Estate
Estate With Showstopping Indoor Pool, Locker Rooms Listed For $17.75M In Saddle River (PHOTOS) Estate With Showstopping Indoor Pool, Locker Rooms Listed For $17.75M In Saddle River (PHOTOS)
Estate With Showstopping Indoor Pool, Locker Rooms Listed For $17.75M In Saddle River (Photos) An extraordinary estate in Bergen County is now on the market for $17.750 million.  The sprawling 28,384-square-foot mansion at 125 Chestnut Ridge Road in Saddle River features seven bedrooms, 13 bathrooms, and a host of awe-inspiring amenities, making it one of the most unique properties in the area, according to Dennis Rinzler of Keller Williams Valley Realty. “This home is like no other,” Rinzler said. “The size in and of itself makes it unique, and the acreage—13.7 acres—is extremely rare in Saddle River, where most homes sit on just 2.5 acres. You can’t even see the house fro…

SHARE

by Cecilia Levine
Ringwood-Wanaque, NJ
Business
Shuttered Ringwood Stop & Shop Replaced By New Grocery Store Facing Multi-Million-Dollar Revamp Shuttered Ringwood Stop & Shop Replaced By New Grocery Store Facing Multi-Million-Dollar Revamp
Shuttered Ringwood Stop & Shop Replaced By New Grocery Store Facing Multi-Million-Dollar Revamp A brand-new grocery store has replaced Stop & Shop in Passaic County, which was among 32 of underperforming stores in the region, and 10 in New Jersey, that closed. The Fresh Grocer, a division of Wakefern operated by the Inserra Family, opened to an enthusiastic crowd at Ringwood’s Fieldstone Park Shopping Center on Friday, Nov. 8.  The supermarket’s grand opening saw a strong turnout from the community, who gathered to welcome the new addition to the neighborhood just two weeks after Stop&Shop closed its doors. The Fresh Grocer is set to undergo a multi-million dollar r…

SHARE

by Cecilia Levine
New Canaan, CT
Real Estate
Former New Canaan Home Of Paul Simon, Richard Gere Sells For Second Time In 2 Years Former New Canaan Home Of Paul Simon, Richard Gere Sells For Second Time In 2 Years
Former New Canaan Home Of Paul Simon, Richard Gere Sells For Second Time In 2 Years A Connecticut estate once home to both singer-songwriter Paul Simon and actor Richard Gere has sold for tens of millions of dollars for the second time in two years.  The 32-acre Fairfield County property, located at 82 Brookwood Ln. in New Canaan, sold on Thursday, Oct. 10 for $10.75 million, according to the town's property records.  The home was last purchased for $10.8 million through the Kensho Trust in July 2022 by the 75-year-old Gere, known for "Pretty Woman" and "An Officer and a Gentleman." He had intended to turn part of the property into a farm and harvest mushrooms, h…

SHARE

by Ben Crnic
Atlantic City, NJ
News
'Our Number One Jewel': Atlantic City Aquarium Reopening Delayed Again, Renovations Wrapping Up 'Our Number One Jewel': Atlantic City Aquarium Reopening Delayed Again, Renovations Wrapping Up
'Our Number One Jewel': Atlantic City Aquarium Reopening Delayed Again, Renovations Wrapping Up Significant progress has been made in renovating the Atlantic City Aquarium but the long-delayed reopening has been pushed back once again, officials said. The North New Hampshire Avenue aquarium is now expected to reopen in December, Mayor Marty Small Sr. said at a news conference on Monday, Sept. 30. Earlier in the year, the city twice announced the facility would reopen in September and right before the Fourth of July. The renovations have faced many delays due to funding and supply chain issues, along with crews discovering worse conditions than previously expected l…

SHARE

by Chris Spiker