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Washington DC
fromThe Washington Post
1 day ago

The 32 best things to do in the D.C. area this weekend and next week

Washington D.C. hosts diverse weekend activities including Filmfest DC, parades, concerts, and Earth Day events.
#baltimore
Boston real estate
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Real Estate Market Trends in Baltimore, MD: Prices Fall

Baltimore's real estate market favors buyers with increased inventory, falling prices, and longer selling times, requiring realistic pricing from sellers.
Boston real estate
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Real Estate Market Trends in Baltimore, MD: Prices Fall

Baltimore's real estate market favors buyers with increased inventory, falling prices, and longer selling times, requiring realistic pricing from sellers.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromPadailypost
3 days ago

Council rejects plan to rein in compounds of the wealthy

Palo Alto City Council rejected a proposal to regulate large residential compounds in Crescent Park, prioritizing broader city construction rules instead.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog USA
3 days ago

"Why Do We Do This Bill?": Preparing Congressional Staff for Surface Transportation Reauthorization - Streetsblog USA

Federal surface transportation reauthorization lacks institutional knowledge, leading to skepticism about its effectiveness and the need for reevaluation.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

D.C.'s Boutique Bar Just Got More Crowded - Above the Law

Elite litigators are leaving Biglaw to form their own boutique firms, seeking to provide more direct client engagement and lower costs.
fromTasting Table
4 days ago

Tartar Sauce Isn't The Only Way To Eat Crab Cakes - Here's What Maryland Locals Use Instead - Tasting Table

Many Marylanders boasted of serving their crab cakes with yellow mustard, with one user stating, 'growing up it was always fried crab cakes with saltine crackers and yellow mustard.'
Food & drink
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago

Virginia cities gain new tools to increase affordable housing supply

New housing legislation aims to improve affordability in Virginia with bipartisan support and local government involvement.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 week ago

Sunset Dunes One Year Out: They Built It, and People Came - Streetsblog San Francisco

Sunset Dunes park celebrates its one-year anniversary with over 1.7 million visitors, boosting local businesses and enhancing community engagement.
Washington DC
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Real Estate Market Trends in Washington, DC: Prices Fall

DC's housing market is experiencing a significant shift with falling prices and fewer listings, impacting buyers and sellers alike.
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 week ago

Where are Brooklyn's "recreation deserts," and what can be done to fix them? * Brooklyn Paper

"Brooklyn has always been a place where movement is part of daily life. But today, Brooklynites, like all New Yorkers, are moving less, feeling more isolated and dealing with elevated rates of chronic diseases."
Brooklyn
Remote teams
fromThe MoCo Show
1 week ago

Maryland Ranked 4th Best State for Working From Home, According to Study - The MoCo Show

Maryland is ranked 4th best state for remote work based on affordability, comfort, and security.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
1 week ago

Friday Video: RIP, The D.C. Streetcar - Streetsblog USA

Washington, D.C.'s streetcar project ended after a decade, serving as a lesson in urban transit planning and its challenges.
Brooklyn
fromUrbanplacesandspaces
2 weeks ago

Rebuilding Place in the Urban Space

Siloed transit planning hinders effective connections between projects like IBX and Penn Station Access, limiting regional transit network potential.
DC food
fromStreetsblog USA
3 weeks ago

How DC's Mayor and Council Chair Thwarted Every Effort to Better Its Streetcar - Streetsblog USA

DC Streetcar's failures stem from political interference and inadequate planning, leading to a short, ineffective route.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Decades ago, a Maryland sailor burned his winter socks. Now it's a spring tradition

Annapolis celebrates spring with the annual Oyster Roast & Sock Burning festival, marking the end of winter and the start of sailing season.
NYC music
fromThe Washington Post
3 weeks ago

Want to introduce your kids to live music? Here's where to start.

Live music opportunities for children in D.C. focus on diverse genres and experiences, moving beyond mainstream children's music.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

How a 'Universal Basic Neighborhood' Can Help Americans Live Longer - Streetsblog USA

Universal Basic Neighborhood aims to ensure healthy living conditions and mobility for all U.S. residents, enhancing life expectancy beyond just financial support.
#washington-nationals
Washington Nationals
fromTalkNats.com
3 weeks ago

Exhibition Game in Washington, D.C. | TalkNats.com

Washington Nationals prepare for Opening Day with final exhibition game against Baltimore, facing roster uncertainties and managerial connections.
fromTalkNats.com
2 months ago
Washington Nationals

Nationals' Post-MASN Future: What the New TV Rights Era Means for Fans in Maryland and Beyond | TalkNats.com

The Washington Nationals will be free to negotiate new local television rights after their MASN agreement ends following the 2025 season.
Washington Nationals
fromTalkNats.com
3 weeks ago

Exhibition Game in Washington, D.C. | TalkNats.com

Washington Nationals prepare for Opening Day with final exhibition game against Baltimore, facing roster uncertainties and managerial connections.
fromTalkNats.com
2 months ago
Washington Nationals

Nationals' Post-MASN Future: What the New TV Rights Era Means for Fans in Maryland and Beyond | TalkNats.com

Washington DC
fromThe Washington Post
2 weeks ago

Battle of the ballparks: Camden Yards vs. Nationals Park

The Baltimore Orioles and Washington Nationals have a friendly rivalry, with significant upgrades to their ballparks enhancing the fan experience.
Boston real estate
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

Real Estate Market Trends in Baltimore, MD: Prices Fall

Baltimore's housing market is shifting in favor of buyers with increased inventory, falling prices, and longer days on market.
#retirement
Silicon Valley real estate
fromTravel + Leisure
3 weeks ago

This Charming Suburb Was Just Named the Richest Place to Retire in the U.S.

Saratoga, California, is named the wealthiest retirement town in the U.S. for the second consecutive year, known for its affluent lifestyle and livability.
Retirement
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

I retired into a neighborhood full of people I'd lived beside for twenty years and realized I didn't actually know a single one of them - Silicon Canals

Retirement reveals decades of disconnection from one's neighborhood community due to work-centered priorities and lifestyle patterns.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromTravel + Leisure
3 weeks ago

This Charming Suburb Was Just Named the Richest Place to Retire in the U.S.

Saratoga, California, is named the wealthiest retirement town in the U.S. for the second consecutive year, known for its affluent lifestyle and livability.
Retirement
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

I retired into a neighborhood full of people I'd lived beside for twenty years and realized I didn't actually know a single one of them - Silicon Canals

Retirement reveals decades of disconnection from one's neighborhood community due to work-centered priorities and lifestyle patterns.
fromHoodline
3 weeks ago

Hybrid HQ Shuffle: SC&H Packs Up Sparks, Plants Flag in Hunt Valley

The new headquarters at 226 Schilling Circle, Suite 300, provides roughly 20,000 square feet of workspace, with floor-to-ceiling windows, a cafe, and expanded conference and breakout areas. 'After 19 years in Sparks, we needed a headquarters built for how we work today and where we're headed tomorrow,' CEO Pritpal Kalsi said in the company's release.
Real estate
Washington Wizards
fromWiz of Awes
1 month ago

The Wizards' inevitable rise will force a tough conversation nobody wants to have

The Wizards acquired All-Stars Trae Young and Anthony Davis to contend, but questions arise about whether head coach Brian Keefe can lead them to playoff success.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

One of Virginia's Best Small Towns Is Just 2 Hours From Washington, D.C.-With Tons of Charm and Shenandoah Valley Views

Luray, Virginia offers diverse attractions beyond its famous caverns, including outdoor recreation, farm-to-table dining, craft beverages, and charming downtown shops.
California
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This Suburb Was Just Named the Best Place to Live in California for Its Parks, Schools, and Quality of Life

Elk Grove, a suburban city south of Sacramento, ranks as California's best place to live based on economy, housing, amenities, safety, education, and health metrics.
Renovation
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

What should you consider before starting a whole house renovation in Maryland? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Successful whole-house renovations require comprehensive planning including realistic budgeting, permit acquisition, structural prioritization, and alignment with neighborhood standards to protect investment and ensure long-term value.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
7 years ago

Neighborhood Spotlight: Baldwin Park a modest town with price tags to match

Elias Baldwin's gratitude after being caught falling in a grocery store led him to rename Vineland as Baldwin Park instead of establishing his competing town of Baldwinville.
fromLos Angeles Times
7 years ago

Neighborhood Spotlight: Shadow Hills has no plans to ride away from its semirural lifestyle

Relics of L.A.'s agricultural past, when the city was more renowned as a producer of lima beans than of movie stars, these outposts provide direct links to the days when the region was knit together by a network of dusty bridle paths that have long since been paved to make way for our latest beast of burden, the car.
Los Angeles
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
4 weeks ago

City Condos and a Suburban Townhouse: Three Must-See DC Area Open Houses This Weekend - Washingtonian

This recently-renovated condo offers a rare, grassy view of Meridian Park and is one of only eight units in the building. Complete with two beds, two baths, in-unit laundry, a single-car garage, and a private deck in the main bedroom. Amenities include stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors throughout the home, a gas fireplace, and several large, double-paned windows that allow natural light into the space.
Washington DC
Bicycling
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Opinion | Bikes make life freer. These laws could change that.

Bicycles and e-bikes provide unrestricted freedom of movement, but policymakers are implementing restrictive regulations that limit this accessibility.
Boston food
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I moved from NYC to a seasonal beach town in Maryland. Here are 6 of the most surprising things about living here full-time.

Moving to a Maryland beach town full-time brings seasonal business closures but also exceptional dining deals and community opportunities during the offseason.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Readers agree: Build a new Madison Park to benefit Boston's youth

Rebuilding Madison Park on parcel P-3 would provide a state-of-the-art vocational high school offering trades training and tangible public benefit for Boston youth.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago

Mountain View wants to add more parks - but it won't be cheap - San Jose Spotlight

City staff estimate it would cost approximately $1.2 billion to meet its goal of adding 87 more acres of parkland. That figure is based on Mountain View's current population, and does not account for future growth. "Significant funding would be needed to develop new parks or to update our parks," Assistant Community Services Director Kristine Crosby said at the Jan. 27 council meeting.
Environment
Relationships
fromWashington Monthly
2 months ago

The Shrinking Space Between Home and Work

Reinvigorating third places is essential to restore social connection and civic life amid dramatic declines in visits to parks, libraries, and local gathering spots.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

A second US Sphere could come to Maryland

A 6,000-seat mini-Sphere with immersive visuals, audio, haptic seating, and 4D effects is planned for National Harbor, Maryland, near Washington, DC.
US politics
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Letter to Mamdani From Maryland: Free Buses Are Working Great - Streetsblog New York City

Montgomery County's fare-free bus program increased ridership slightly, reduced fare-collection costs, and produced no major negative effects with minimal fiscal impact.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I moved to a walkable city on an island in Canada. Despite a few drawbacks, living here feels close to perfect.

Growing up in the midsize city of Vancouver, Canada, I always dreamed of living in a big metropolis - a cultural hub where something was always going on, with endless places to explore. For a while, I did. When I started dating a Brit, I moved to his hometown of Birmingham, England, the second-largest city in the UK population-wise, with over a million residents.
Miscellaneous
fromLos Angeles Times
24 years ago

Irvine Considers How It Can Grow Old Gracefully

The city is at a crossroads. Some areas of the town are 30, 35 years old and may need more attention than the newer areas. We have a dichotomy of needs in that we have to provide services to both the old and the new sides of town.
East Bay real estate
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
1 month ago

The Best Outdoor Spots to Sip on a Cocktail in the DC Area

There's no shortage of discounted drinks and snacks (even on weekends) at these Cuban cafes' happy hours. Try a piña colada or daiquiri for $8. Snacks like goat-cheese croquetas and guava barbecue chicken sliders are $8, too.
Washington DC
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
8 years ago

Neighborhood Spotlight: Glassell Park's future looks greener and livelier

Rancho San Rafael, a 36,000-acre Spanish land grant from 1784, became the foundation for Northeast Los Angeles neighborhoods including Atwater Village, Highland Park, Eagle Rock, and Glassell Park after being partitioned in 1871.
US news
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This Pacific Northwest Suburb Was Named the Best Place to Live in the U.S. West for Its Mild Climate, Job Market, and Quality of Life

Sammamish, Washington is the highest-ranking Western city, offering a top job market, excellent schools and high incomes, but the nation’s highest home prices and steep cost of living.
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

The D.C. area's best classic diners

Is there anything better than pulling into a diner parking lot and seeing an "open" sign glowing in the window? Jonesing for a bottomless cup of coffee? You got it. Triple-decker sandwich with crispy french fries? Coming right up. Roasted turkey with all the fixings no matter what the calendar says? Just say the word. We combed the region for its homiest, most classic diners.
Food & drink
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Right-Wingers Have Super Bowl Epiphany That San Francisco Is Actually Quite Lovely After All

San Francisco hosted a successful Super Bowl week with favorable weather, low violent crime, satisfied visitors, yet persistent negative media narratives endured.
Renovation
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Americans Say They Want Big Homes. I Know What They Need Instead.

Homes should prioritize compact, efficient living—like cruise ship staterooms—rather than larger suburban houses that often reduce homeowners' satisfaction.
New York City
fromNY Carib News
2 months ago

NYC - Shirley Chisholm Recreation Center Opens by Mamdani

A new 74,000-square-foot Shirley Chisholm Recreation Center opened in East Flatbush, the first new Parks rec center in over a decade and largest in Brooklyn.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Letters: Oakland must do more to make waterfront attractive

Jack London Square's decline stems from poor management and needs coordinated city-port-community action to restore parking, security, family activities, and local business vitality.
Real estate
fromConsequence
2 months ago

New Sphere to Be Built at National Harbor Near Washington, DC

Sphere Entertainment plans a 6,000-seat National Harbor Sphere near Washington, DC featuring LED Exosphere, 16K×16K interior display, immersive sound, haptic seats, and 4D effects.
US news
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Americans relocate less, favor nearby cities over long-distance moves

Americans are moving less over long distances and increasingly trade nearby cities within the same census region, favoring proximity to family, jobs, and familiar surroundings.
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
1 month ago

Open Houses: Ready for that Bestie Commune? These Neighboring Properties in DC Are On the Market. - Washingtonian

Both recently renovated units that make up this Shaw townhome are currently available. The main and top floors make up Unit 2 and include three bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms (including en suite bathrooms for each room), walk-in closets, and one parking space. Unit 1 is an English basement-style unit-with above-grade entry-featuring one bedroom and one bathroom, and a back terrace.
Washington DC
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
1 month ago

Neighborhood Guide: Where to Eat, Shop, and Play in Silver Spring

In 1840, when Francis Preston Blair and his daughter came across a "mica-flecked" spring near present-day Georgia Avenue, he fell in love with the land and built a summer home there-calling it "Silver Spring" after the minerals he spied in the water. The area boomed as a major retail center after World War II, suffered through a period of decline in the '80s when prominent businesses including Hecht's department store relocated, and enjoyed a rebirth in the aughts after construction of a downtown mall, now called Ellsworth Place.
Washington DC
Washington DC
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

The 31 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week

St. Patrick's Day Season begins this weekend with parades, music, and pints, alongside Holi celebrations, Women's History Month events, F1 racing, and techno performances across the Washington D.C. area.
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
2 months ago

The Auspicious Manor: A Masterclass in Scale and Sustainability - Washingtonian

Unrivaled in scale, this nearly 18,000-square-foot manor is a masterclass in architectural precision. The exterior's brick and granite facade is defined by four regal balconies featuring exquisite limestone and granite architectural balusters. Inside, the home is a showcase of custom interior detailing, featuring extensive shadowboxes, art niches, and intricate tray ceilings. Vertical proportions are equally impressive: the main level boasts 20-foot ceilings in the living and family rooms, with 10-foot ceilings throughout the rest of the floor.
Real estate
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I struggled to make friends after moving from D.C. to Pittsburgh - so I threw a party

We had friends from different parts of life. There were my college friends, Brad's coworkers with whom he was close, friends we made in our apartment complex and at church, and even friends we met online through our first dog, Moe. We consider ourselves very grateful to have had such a positive experience living in D.C.
Washington DC
Real estate
fromInquirer.com
1 month ago

A suburban office park in Chester County is getting converted to apartments. Is it a sign of things to come?

Suburban office-to-residential conversions remain limited due to unfavorable building layouts, remote locations, and restrictive zoning regulations that prioritize office development over housing.
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
2 months ago

Arched Doors, Exposed Brick: Inside Four Rowhomes With Open Houses This Weekend - Washingtonian

Fully renovated in 2021, this rowhome features exposed brick and custom window treatments throughout, plus three outdoor spaces. The open-concept living room includes a gas fireplace, a large bay window for natural lighting, and wide-plank hardwood floors. The dining space includes a wet bar and wine fridge. Bedrooms include a king-sized primary bedroom, a second bedroom with a private balcony leading to a roof deck, and a basement bedroom with a full bath for guests.
Real estate
fromForbes
1 month ago

Transit-Oriented Housing On Track For Continued Growth

Once a nice-to-have niche urban design concept, TOD has become an essential part of many urban neighborhoods. It has helped address the shortage of housing by enabling the development of higher-density residential communities near transit stations. It has helped revitalize countless once-deteriorating or static urban enclaves near transit hubs by activating sidewalks near the developments. And it has spurred walking and transit use, enabling residents of TODs to reduce or eliminate automobile dependency.
Real estate
fromIslands
1 month ago

New Jersey's Walkable Neighborhood Is An Up-And-Coming Area With Local Hotspots And Lush Parks - Islands

It's an enclave of Jersey City, the thriving Hudson River city with delicious cuisine, and is one of the least-dense neighborhoods of the city, as Statistical Atlas shows. Its relative calm, combined with a high walking score of 81 given to the neighborhood by Apartments.com, makes Bergen-Lafayette especially suitable for exploring its relaxed, historic streets on foot at an unrushed pace.
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