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Surviving Winter In The Northeast
It's no secret that this winter has been a cold one here in the Northeast. Still, we saw that January thaw like we do every year, and now we will suffer the rest of the winter on the frost-heave-roads because of it. But as it always does, that random 50-degree day vanished as quickly as it arrived and was replaced by some seriously brutal temperatures. I have learned to hardly trust what the weather apps say, as I've lived here long enough to know that the prediction can change in a moment's time, or be completely wrong altogether. Still, they said it was going to be cold this past weekend, and it certainly was—though not as cold as they said it would be.
I don't know if it's me being a New England curmudgeo...
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Shemariah Nelson Joins Badger Peabody & Smith Realty Franconia Office
FRANCONIA, NH - As a US Army spouse, Shemariah Nelson has lived in various locales around the country with her husband, a member of the US Army Ranger and Command Sergent Major, and their two sons, ages 12 and 14.
When her husband retired the family headed north from their posting in Fayetteville, NC to Littleton, her husband's hometown where they now reside.
Initially joining Badger Peabody & Smith Realty in the company's Littleton office in 2023, she has recently taken a position as a commercial broker at their
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Late-Winter Adventures to Explore Around the White Mountains
There's still time to enjoy the dazzling natural scenery of the White Mountains in the winter and make the most of your time in the snow. Late winter is a fantastic time to explore the outdoors around the White Mountains, with tons of family-friendly activities, adventures, and experiences near Plymouth homes for sale to enjoy until the season draws to a close. Our real estate agents have more on activities you can experience before the end of winter around the White Mountains.
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Ground Broken for Eleven Homes Planned for The Woodlands at Mountain View Farm Development
PLYMOUTH, NH — Ground has been broken at The Woodlands at Mountain View Farm, a residential community located off Fairgrounds Road in Plymouth.
The Woodlands at Mountain View Farm is a new project consisting of 11 homes, sized for easy living at 900-1448 square feet, and occupancy is available to all ages.
Developed by Plymouth-area developers Harry and Dale Blackey and their company BYCO, LLC and built by Ritz-Craft Homes of Pennsylvania, the first phase of the planned 11 homes in the landscaped cul-de-sac features four one or three bedroom customizable homes with direct-entry garages and the option of including a second detached garage. Landscape maintenance, plowing and trash removal are included.
Harry Blackey said, "Our builders are making great progress and w...
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Smart Financial Planning Tips for First-Time New Hampshire Buyers in 2026
Buying a first home is a big milestone. If you have plans to purchase property in 2026, it's wise to start your financial planning early. Boosting your credit and saving for down payments and closing costs should typically start right away.
Hopefully, you may have started at least a few months ago. But if you haven't, don't worry. You could start now and spend the year preparing to purchase nearer the end of the year if you want to get your finances more in shape.