Historic homes epitomize the charm of our Tri-state region. Substantial construction that has withheld the test of time and nostalgic quirk that invites a gathering place – often sited in idyllic locations when vacant land was easier to come by. The rural roots of our Litchfield Hills are decorated with antique homes that help to […]
Generally speaking, older homes were constructed differently than the more modern houses we see today. Of course in the modern age we have significantly more efficient tools like nails and screws that professionals and hobbyists alike use as mechanical fasteners. In the past, builders of all kinds used mortise and tenon joints and wooden pegs […]
Everything exists within a historical timeline including the furnishings in your home. Is that chest of drawers you inherited from your grandma an antique? Is the 1960s Danish dining table your parents lovingly cared for that now sits in your home modern? How about the pair of lamps you purchased at the local thrift shop […]
Ever wonder about the history of insurance and how long this amazing industry has been around? The first organized company was formed in London, England, by Edward Lloyd in 1686 under the name Society of Lloyd’s, or as we know it today, Lloyd’s of London. Initially conceived by shipowners in the London tea rooms who […]
Heart Issues at the forefront of discussion at Noble Horizons. The advances in modern technology in the early part of the 21st century have brought with them advances in a number of long-standing fields of institution. In the field of Science and Medicine, technology has helped both researchers and physicians diagnose and combat some of the […]
Mortgage rates recently reached their lowest level in years. That means if you haven’t yet refinanced your home, you still have time. Here are four good reasons to refinance:
With some prior success getting Kitty used to the carrier, as discussed in Part 1, it is now time to take a ride to the Veterinarian! Be sure to apply pheromones in the carrier 15 minutes prior to her entry. When it is time to transport, always allow enough time to regulate the temperature in the […]
Taconic Hills Offers Students Free Breakfast and Lunch through Federal Program. In September, Taconic Hills began its first year under its new meal program when the school debuted under the Community Eligibility Provision or Program (CEP). For a school that has seen its breakfast and lunch participation decrease in recent years, the federal and state […]
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Agee left Fortune to join Time magazine as book reviewer and film critic. In 1942 he moved to The Nation where his film criticism found a growing circle of intellectual admirers, including W.H. Auden, who wrote “In my opinion, [Agee’s] column is the most remarkable regular event in American journalism today.” As a film reviewer, […]