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A 'Carfax for homes'; Wallingford's steady growth Before I get started here, I would like to draw your attention to something you might enjoy.Back in October, I wrote about Post Bros.' remake of Presidential City on City Avenue in Philadelphia.

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Arnett Elementary named one of top 10 schools in Ky Arnett was awarded the Winners’ Circle honor at the Kentucky Continuous Improvement Conference.

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Google virtual-reality system enlivens education Google's virtual field trip system uses virtual-reality viewers made of cardboard and a phone. The New York Times reports.

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Neighborhood Safety Tips For Parents — National Crime Prevention Council Unfortunately no neighborhood is completely immune to crime. However, there are steps you can take to help keep your . . .

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Safety at home: Emergency Preparedness For 100 years, the National Safety Council has been the leading safety advocate preventing unintentional injuries and death.

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54 Percent of U.S. Metros on Pace to Reach Eight-Year High in Home Sales in 2015 Based on Sales... August All-Cash Share of Home Sales Bounces Back From Seven-Year Low in July; FHA Buyers Account for 23 Percent of August Home Sales, Up From 18 Percent a Year Ago

One of the most luxurious homes in LA is also within a mile of top rated schools. Maison Du Soleil, one of LA's most spectacular estates, is elegantly situated on three picturesque acres in Holmby Hills - the crown jewel of LA's "Platinum Triangle". The 30,000-square-foot estate comprises 17 bedrooms, 22 baths and every amenity imaginable, from a luxurious Moroccan bath house to a 6,000-square-foot movie theatre.The modern, open floor plan seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living, with every room drawing in the outdoors and capturing commanding views of the resplendent grounds, which feature five distinctly enchanting gardens. With all of its scale and grandeur, however, there is a warm, welcoming intimacy to every corner of the home, making it a noble retreat for family life and a remarkable setting for large-scale entertaining. Experience all the grandeur here: http://bit.ly/1FmfsyF

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This Carmel, Indiana home tops the charts with A+ rated crime, A+ rated schools and 0 s*x offenders within a mile of the home. Masterful mix of style with attention to detail at every turn with architecturally pleasing ceiling elevations and an "open air" walk out basement. Built with entertaining in mind- elegant great room, designer kitchen, wet bar, wine cellar. Extensive trim detail including eucalyptus Amish kitchen cabinets. Enjoy a cozy fire in one of the five fireplaces, main level master suite with private balcony and steam room. Beautifully landscaped back yard with 3 seating areas, water fountain and golf course views. Check it out here: http://bit.ly/1KEYqZ3

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2 airlifted to hospital after house explodes in Waxahachie WAXAHACHIE, Texas (AP) — Two people have been airlifted to a hospital after an explosion destroyed a home in North Texas and damaged about a dozen others, officials said.