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Tammie Shanahan| Correspondent

Step into this uniquely beautiful riverfront estate, designed with privacy, security and comfort as top priorities.

Overlooking the Halifax River and the downtown Daytona Beach skyline, this sanctuary behind iron gates features five bedrooms, eight bathrooms, anew dock, a sparkling pooland an expansive 160-foot seawall. Beyond the typical room count, the property offers a pool cabana with a dedicated bath, a beautiful wine room, home gym, a generous utility room and detached guest quarterswith a small kitchen and a private water-view balcony above the oversized three-car garage.

To me, itsvery welcoming, comforting and charming, the way a resort in Costa Rica or some such beautiful destination would feel, said RealtorKelly Ferguson. It is not at all fussy or pretentious but rather a casual, comfortable place to really live and enjoy Florida's warm weather andbeautifulsunny days.

This property has undergone extensive renovations, with high quality appointments that reflect a welcoming sense of character.

The gated grounds with rolling hills and huge live oaks, are discreetly set at the end of a beachside quiet cul-de-sac.

Inside the solid mahogany arched doors, the beautiful foyer overlooks the living spaces and formal dining room.

Youll immediately note the phenomenal water views from nearly every angle, said Ferguson, of Geri Westfall Real Estate. This is a home that has that "wow" factor, but it is not overdone.

The secluded downstairs features beautiful Saltillo tile and overlooks the grounds and river, while the true chef's kitchen is equipped with top-of-the-line commercial appliances and opens to a family room, with a fireplace and spectacular views of the river. Another fireplace adds warmth to the master suite, which boasts a vaulted tongue-and-groove ceiling, a waterfront luxury bath, double walk-in closets and a dedicated riverfront balcony that extends above the pool and Intracoastal.

A waterfront guest suite occupies the far wing of the main house, with a sitting room, beautiful bath and riverfront balcony, giving guests and owners a private retreat.

The expansive tropical pool deck is excellent for hosting guests and enjoying the large, secluded riverfront lot, explained Ferguson, adding that the deep-water dock overlooks the Intracoastal and offers quick transport to all points on the river.

This property has been diligently and carefully maintained and updated, she said. It is a safe haven for the discriminating buyer.

ADDRESS:25 River Dunes Drive, Daytona Beach

TOTAL LIVING SQUARE FEET:7,404

LOT SIZE:160 feet by 225 feet

BEDROOMS: 5

BATHROOMS: 8

STORIES: 2

YEAR BUILT: 1965

PRICE:$1,949,900

CONTACT:Kelly Ferguson, Geri Westfall Real Estate, 386-677-0870 or 386-235-0572

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When driving up to the circa-1798 house, Charlotte and Kameron Kam Shahid saw the pretty stone wall, but couldnt see all that was behind it. After walking behind the house and out to its neighboring river, they knew within five minutes they had found their home.

We didnt need to look again and we didnt want to be anywhere else, says Charlotte, who has always liked old houses and had been looking for a location in Guilford, where they already owned a house. We wanted to be close to town, but we wanted to be near the woods. Plus, we knew we needed a certain amount of land for gardens, chickens for eggs, and birds for meat to provide food for our family.

The Colonial-style house checked all the boxes they wanted in a dream home the balance of proximity to town plus the privacy of 4 acres combined with the historical architecture of the main house and its two outbuildings along with uninterrupted, long views of the ever-changing salt marshes and river. The idyllic property also included a pool, cabana and river dock. But the 3,000-square-foot main house had been heavily renovated in a piecemeal fashion through the 1980s and early 90s. Fine materials were used throughout, but there was no overall master plan.

To help make the space more livable, they contacted Guilford-based Campaigne Kestner Architects (CK Architects). After talking to the family and meeting their three sons (now 10, 8 and 5), Russ Campaigne presented them with two options, both within the homes existing footprint. First, a renovation that would help, but not correct, the layouts flaws. And second, a more radical plan, which would completely flip the layout, moving the master suite to where the kitchen/mudroom and dining area used to be and moving the kitchen toward the rear of the property to take advantage of views, the yard, light and connection to the outdoor patio and pool.

We certainly did not think of flipping the layout, Charlotte says. After this idea was presented to us, I couldnt unsee it. It was clearly what we had to do because it made so much more sense.

Thanks to the previous owners letting CK Architects come inside prior to closing in March 2016, plans were ready and work could begin on the two outbuildings immediately. Michael Donofrio and his team at East Guilford Construction, referred by Campaigne for their experience with historical renovations, took the helm.

First, they converted the garage and second-floor loft space, which previously housed a shower stall and toilet, sub-flooring and storage, into an apartment. Complete with a master bedroom, huge bathroom, and a kids room with two custom built-in bunk beds, and full galley kitchen, the renovated space was reborn with a modern farmhouse aesthetic. Ready in about six months, the apartment, intended as guest quarters, would now be the Shahids home for about a year and a half until the main house was complete.

The second outbuilding, previously a shed with four walls, would transform into a family gym and home office for Kam, a radiologist and avid runner who has completed five Ironman triathlons and 50 marathons. Designed to resemble a cabin in the Adirondacks, it features natural brown timber frames and beautiful, custom twig work at the eaves of the entrance. A rustic retreat, it also boasts a porch off the back to allow for views of the river and bird watching. So many homes are torn down to start over, Campaigne says. There is something of value to be able to work with these existing buildings and repurpose them into something of use.

Construction on the main house began at the end of 2016. Taking the siding off the entire house allowed them to build in the degree of insulation needed to install an in-ground geothermal system, which uses the constant temperature of the earth to heat and cool not only the main house, but the other buildings too. A natural gas line feeds the backup generator for the geothermal system, but otherwise the Shahids dont use any gas or fuel oil.

Geothermal is passive, says Kam, who wanted to make the house energy efficient and also utilize solar panels to offset the two electric cars that both he and Charlotte drive. It heats slowly and cools slowly, so if youre leaking at all, youre not going to get to the temperature that you want. The scope of the project allowed us to do this. Otherwise, it would be crazy to try to attempt this with a 1798 farmhouse.

And what farm would be complete without animals? With a goal of meeting all of the familys poultry needs, Kam buys 40 to 50 birds a year, including chickens, ducks, guineas and turkeys, many of which they hatch themselves.

If you asked Charlotte or Kam when they first met in college if theyd one day be raising chickens and harvesting their own meat, they would have said no. But as Kam continued to run marathons, attend medical school, and see so much disease that could have been prevented by how patients live their lives and how they eat, it guided him toward sustainable living. The kids are getting to an age where I basically said, Guys, if you want to eat meat, and it is a choice and I respect everyones choice, we all need to know how this is done, Kam says. Theres a life that has to end in order for us to eat this. They each had their little moment where they said that theyre not eating chicken. My youngest said, I like salad.

As such, the kitchen for this modern homestead is an active one. Some must-haves included a big refrigerator, Wolf range with a griddle for making pancakes on the weekends, small freezer drawers and lots of storage.

I wanted to be sure that when we designed our kitchen that we concealed most items. I made certain that everyday items would be highly accessible through the use of pullout drawers and low pullout shelving, says Charlotte, who understands the value of a functional, well-designed space where everything has a home.

While Campaigne designed the layout of the kitchen, Charlotte chose colors, stone, faucets and finishes. Lighting is the jewelry that you put on after everything else, says Charlotte, who selected the glass globes over the kitchen island that tie in with the glass pulls on the timeless white Shaker cabinets. Adjacent and open to the kitchen is a casual eating space, featuring one of the homes six fireplaces. Opening up the ceiling and exposing the natural wood beams brings warmth to the space against the wood paneling.

Exposed wood beams in the master suite also bolsters a warm, cozy feeling. In the master bathroom, the copper bathtub is the centerpiece, with veining in the marble tile tying into its color. The wood floor with radiant heating as well as custom wood framed mirrors crafted by East Guilford Construction complete the sophisticated, organic look.

Raising the roof increased second-floor living space for each child to have his own bedroom with plenty of storage. There are even tiny rooms with little doors under the eaves. Plus, a playroom was added as well as an additional bathroom. Charlottes favorite color, blue, seen in various shades throughout the house and apartment, works its way upstairs onto the walls of the boys bathroom, double-trough sink, furniture, rugs, and window treatments.

When you walk into a home, you want it to tell a story, Charlotte says. Aptly naming their modern homestead River Run, the Shahids home does just that, telling the story of who they are and what they love, with more chapters waiting to be written.

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Woodville Alton Road is one of this area's hidden treasures.

It extends from the tiny village of Alton to Hope Valley and is decidedly rural in appearance, but that's not all there is to this road! Not by a long shot. Woodville Alton Road allows quick access to I-95 North and South, so it's perfect for the commuter who wants a quiet place to live, but still have the convenience of getting to the job, shopping, the airport, the beaches, or leisure activities in a very short time.

Woodville Alton Road puts you smack in the middle of the Chariho School district, one of the finest in the state, with the added benefit of CHARIHOTech for additional specialized programs. And at #151 Woodville Alton Road, situated on more than two and a half acres of land, you'll find a sprawling ranch built in 1965 and built the way few homes are built any longer. Crown molding throughout, a granite fireplace in the living room, a Fieldstone fireplace in the lower level, a walk-up to the floored attic, and built-ins just about everywhere you look, so you'll never run out of space.

Best of all, the sellers of the home have maintained the property meticulously throughout the years, adding upgrades like replacement windows throughout, a new shower, grab bars for faultless accessibility in the bathroom, and new composite decking so you can sit outside and enjoy the flowers, the gazebos, and the pool with no maintenance worries to your deck.

The three bedrooms are generous in size complemented by hardwood oak flooring, and the third bedroom features a built-in daybed - something you rarely see anymore - with built-in drawer space. Perfect for an office, a child's room, or maybe a place to engage in crafting.

The large bathroom in the hallway features both floor and wall tiling, a laundry shoot, and all solid wood cabinetry.

Just take a look at this eat-in kitchen with dining area! It's huge and has a built-in counter nearly the length of the room on one wall. The present owner uses it for family buffets, but you might want to use it for added workspace, display space, or let the kids pull up a chair and do their homework or work on craft projects. You decide just what you'll do with this very unique feature.

Just off the kitchen is a great old-fashioned pantry with shelves, inside door storage, and plenty of room for your cans, spices, and non-perishables. And just wait till you see the electrically heated Florida room with its wonderful view of the deck, the gazebos, the pool, the cabana, and the beautiful yard.

The mudroom leads to the two-car garage with yet another built-in: a workbench, so everything's ready for the handy man or woman who likes to tinker. In addition to the garage, there's parking onsite for eight more vehicles, so when it' s safe to have that long-overdue gathering, you're all set.

Even the basement offers so many possibilities. At present it is half finished with living space and that Fieldstone fireplace on one side and laundry and utility space on the other with a generator-ready hookup and stackable washer and dryer and extra refrigerator that stay. You can keep the space that way, or with just a little effort and not a lot of money, transform it into a media room, play area, office, or whatever your family needs.

Other than the Florida room, the home is heated by oil, electric is 200 amps, there's a septic system, and you'll enjoy the delicious water from your own well.

It is obvious that both the builder of the property at 151 Woodville Alton Road and the present owners thought of nearly everything when this home was constructed. There are so many unique extras throughout, so many thoughtful features, and so much to love. Just wait till spring when those gorgeous flowers the seller lovingly planted begin to sprout.

Yes, being on Woodville Alton Road is very special indeed for location, for convenience, for the beauty of the area, and for the treasure that the ranch at #151 is. Go see for yourself, but hurry. 151 Woodville Alton is impressing an awful lot of folks!

List price: $379,900. For a personal tour call agent Kimber Pope Kettlety from Coldwell Banker Coastal Homes at (401) 741-8722 Website: kimberk.net email:kimberk@coldwellbanker.com

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WEST NEW YORK, NJ - Roseland Residential Trust, a subsidiary of Mack-Cali Realty Corporation (NYSE:CLI), announced the opening ofThe Capstone at Port Imperial, a new luxury residential building in Port Imperial offering stunning views of the Hudson River andManhattanskyline, an elaborate amenity package, and high-quality design and finishes. The Capstone, which is owned in joint venture with an institutional equity provider, isRoseland'snewest development in the Port Imperial community.

The Capstone features a mix of 360 units ranging in size from studios to four-bedroom homes, with a wide array of floor plans to choose from. The building is complemented by a full suite of amenities and 25,000 square feet of retail and covered public parking. Designed for the discerning modern renter, the residences feature luxury plank floors, quartz countertops with full-height backsplashes, kitchen pendant lighting, state-of-the-art stainless-steel appliances, and other designer-quality fixtures and finishes in the kitchens and bathrooms.

"Roselandcontinues to execute its vision at Port Imperial, developing high-quality residential assets that benefit from prime waterfront location,New York Cityskyline views and robust lifestyle amenities," saidMarshall B. Tycher, Chairman of Roseland Residential Trust."The Capstone further elevates the neighborhood at Riverwalk and is an excellent addition to Port Imperial's live-work-play neighborhood, which is known for its numerous dining destinations, coveted outdoor space, and easily accessible commuting options."

The impressive amenity package is highlighted by a ninth floor indoor and outdoor lounge featuring a sundeck with stunning views of the Hudson River and an expansive, 33,000-square-foot outdoor amenity deck including a two-level pool and spa, fireplace, barbeque grilling stations, outdoor billiards, foosball tables, outdoor theater, private cabanas, bocce court, children's play area, and dog run. The 3,000-square-foot fitness suite caters to a healthy lifestyle and features Technogym equipment, yoga, Fitness on Demand, spin studio, and a dedicated outdoor fitness area on the deck.

"The outdoor amenity deck is spectacular," explained Mr. Tycher. "The thoughtful design is a testament toRoseland's unwavering commitment to excellence we are always trying to outdo ourselves in each of our projects, and I'm thrilled to offer our residents a retreat of unique outdoor experiences, particularly given the times we are living in."

The clubroom features a fireplace, billiards, and outdoor deck with views of the Hudson River perfect for entertaining guests and a party room with a work lounge coffee bar and private conference rooms for residents who work from home. Additional amenities include an indoor dog grooming room, golf simulator, children's playroom, 24-hour concierge, bike storage and several private garages. Residents at The Capstone have access to the Roseland Living app, which streamlines every resource into one place from details about exclusive upcoming virtual events,Roselandperks and discounts, maintenance information, and access to the rent portal.

Following the exciting restaurant openings ofMarcus Samuelssonat NoHu Rooftop in the EnVue hotel, and the new American gastropub, Porter, on the ground level of nearby RiverHouse 11, The Capstone not only demonstratesRoseland'scontinued investment in the neighborhood, but further underscores the exciting evolution of the Port Imperial community. The Capstone will soon be joined byRiverHouse 9, a 313-unit building inWeehawkenalso developed byRoseland. Port Imperial has continued to transform into a sought-after lifestyle destination, with convenient access by ferry service toManhattan, as well as the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail servicing the NJGold Coast.

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Todays Mediterra homebuyer can have it all: their choice of a new, coastal-inspired home by London Bay Homes in a community renowned for its the choice is yours lifestyle and the areas best amenities.

Over the past three decades, award-winning homebuilder London Bay Homes has earned its impeccable reputation with a promise of Private Label Living that reflects their dedication to building the finest luxury homes in Southwest Florida.

In Mediterra, London Bays new floor plans and fresh, contemporary-style architecture coupled with an exciting array of clubhouse renovations elevates the luxury lifestyle to new heights in the renowned Naples golf and beach club community, where more than 40 available homesites remain.

The Club at Mediterras chic European-style clubhouse showcases nearly 60,000 square feet of exquisite space and serves as the epicenter of social life within the sought-after community. Designated as both a Top 50 Platinum and Distinguished Emerald Club, the award-winning Clubhouse offers an engaging atmosphere where camaraderie flourishes. Whether members dine indoors or out, formally or informally, the club offers a first-class culinary experience with traditional classics and Healthier Choice selections.

Members can mingle with new neighbors at the Clubs popular, expanded cypress bar and tavern, along with a new outdoor covered bar terrace that provides unfettered views of one of Mediterras two Tom Fazio-designed golf courses. Along with a ballroom designed for grand holiday galas, the Clubhouse also offers a new garden room and a sunroom ideal for intimate gatherings with family and friends, like anniversary celebrations and bridal showers.

Mediterra club members gather for cocktails and conversation near the new west-facing dedicated fire pit terrace that capitalizes on Audubon Silver Sanctuary golf course views during the day, and Naples famous sunset views at night.

Mediterras Sports Club has been ranked among Americas Healthiest Clubs and a Blue Zone Project supporter, with its focus on active living. Mediterras Sports Club offers an abundance of options that promote a healthy lifestyle, from high-tech, state-of-the-art equipment to yoga, Pilates and spin classes led by the professional fitness staff. In the spa, members can indulge in some well-deserved relaxation with massages, facials and body treatments.

Of course, Mediterra serves up racquet sports in style, with eight Har-Tru sub-surface irrigated clay tennis courts, three pickleball courts, and a Bocce Garden with three Har-Tru courts. Members enjoy a USTA Tennis Program with clinics, lessons and leagues designed for the best blend of sports and socializing.

If golf is your game, homebuyers eager to play the communitys two beautiful Tom Fazio-designed championship courses are eligible to secure a full golf membership immediately rather than being placed on the membership waiting list as a Limited Golf Member. Both courses were meticulously transformed with revitalized bunkers, restored greens and new Platinum Paspalum grass.

Mediterra also brings the areas famous Gulf of Mexico beach to its members with the 10,000-square-foot, two-story Mediterra Beach Club. Its your own private tropical paradise, with a heated pool, indoor and outdoor dining, open-air shaded lounging areas and beachside concierge cabana service.

To complement the Mediterra Lifestyle, London Bay Home offers new open-concept floor plans ranging from 2,894 to 3,020 square feet under air, and move-in ready homes starting from $1.8 million. Homesites starting from the mid-$200s offer homebuyers lake and preserve views in Mediterras distinctive neighborhoods.

Within Mediterras distinctive neighborhoods, homebuyers can recreate their preferred London Bay home design with the builders signature coastal-influenced architecture, grand floor plans and expansive outdoor living areas. And with move-in ready homes underway in the Caminetto, Lucarno and Cabreo neighborhoods, homebuyers can take advantage of an expedited building process and access to the London Bay Homes Selection Studio for their choice of preferred flooring, fixtures, cabinetry and lighting.

Interested homebuyers can visit the sales center, open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and tour three stunning model homes. Visit MediterraNaples.com to experience immersive virtual tours and view extensive photo galleries today. For more information, call 239-949-8989. The Mediterra Sales Center is located at 15836 Savona Way off Livingston Road two miles north of Immokalee Road.

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I DONT know if it is the heat, or too many flatbreads, but I seem to have spent the past half-hour passed out in a forest in the middle of the afternoon.

Or it could be the pleasant vibrations travelling through my body that have sent me to the land of nod.

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This is my first time gong-bathing when a gong is struck repeatedly to send you into a meditative state. And boy, does it work.

All-inclusive hols have come a long way from just eating your weight in chips at the buffet and kitsch evening entertainment.

The Residence at Tui Sensatori Barut Fethiye, on Turkeys Mediterranean coast, is the latest addition stylish, elegant and only for adults.

I spent four nights in a fabulous Lake House Suite, with swim-up pool access.

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It includes a Jacuzzi, a pool that leads to your back door, a stocked mini-bar, butler service and champagne on demand.

Drag yourself away from that luxury and there is plenty to do, if you feel the need.

Effortless is the watchword here and you can download an app to book activities.

All-inclusive fun includes archery, aqua-aerobics, candlelit yoga and that fabulous gong-bathing.

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Or just relax in a hammock in the resorts forest area or take a dip in the pool and enjoy a cocktail at the in-pool bar, where the smoked Bloody Marys are something else.

There is a pebble beach just steps away from the resort, where a cabana costs 53 a day, complete with butler service and a gorgeous view of the nearby mountains. Bliss.

There is an on-site spa, so if you need help switching off you can book treatments including a hot-oil massage and a coconut-milk body wrap.

The spa has a steam room, a sauna and trickling rainforest noises for a truly immersive sensory experience.

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Then there is the nosh. The Food Repertory is a 24-hour restaurant with an extensive international menu, so you can eat pretty much anything you want, whenever you want.

Craving lobster bisque at 4am? Knock yourself out.

There is also a 24-hour bar in the Executive Lounge with a gin-and-tonic variation to please every palate plus a patisserie and an ice-cream bar.

Give the fig flavour a go it is the ice cream you never knew you needed.

Anyone in the market for some more traditional Turkish cuisine, at a slightly more civilised hour, should head to the roof terrace where the

Asmani restaurant offers locally sourced breakfasts.

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Once you have tried sujuk, a Turkish spicy sausage, old-school pork bangers just will not cut it any more.

Dinner is available, too, with an expertly crafted taster menu at 22 a head.

Or try out the fabulous restaurant next door at the Tui Sensatori Resort Barut Fethiye, which has more of the traditional hallmarks of all-inclusive holidaying.

It boasts Tom Jones tribute acts, stand-up comedy nights, a disco and some fun water- slides if you are in a need of an adrenaline hit amid all the Zen relaxation.

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You are unlikely to get cabin fever with so much on offer on this holiday.

But if you do feel an urge to venture farther afield, there is plenty to explore in and around Fethiye.

The town centre can be reached by shuttle boat, local bus or taxi and is great for picking up local fare, from Turkish delight to trinkets for your mantelpiece.

For a great sunset, tuck into dinner ideally the lamb chops at the Mori restaurant which is part of the Yacht Classic Hotel.

Go: Fethiye

COVID: Travel abroad is not permitted right now.

GETTING/STAYING THERE: Seven nights all-inclusive at 5H The Residence, Tui Sensatori Barut Fethiye, is from 1,159pp. Includes return Gatwick flights on September 28, and transfers. See tui.co.uk.

OUT & ABOUT: A VIP Blue Cruise boat tour costs from 59. A shuttle boat to Fethiye is 15 return, local bus is 1-2 and taxi about 10.

Situated on the waterfront, it boasts gasp-inducing views of the skyline and, if you are lucky, a friendly turtle named George might just pop up to say hello.

If you do only one excursion, make it a boat trip. The VIP Blue Cruise is the best way to fully appreciate how beautiful the surrounding landscape is.

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It also offers a chance to ogle the mega-yachts doing the rounds.

And it is not just your eyes that will be delighted. This is a treat for your taste buds, too.

A fresh lunch of traditional Turkish cuisine is provided thanks to an on-boat barbecue and despite everything else, that was the culinary highlight of my trip.

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Construction continues on Boardwalk Lofts in Katy

Once completed, Boardwalk Lofts will offer one-, two- and three-bedroom floor plans as well as several amenities. (Laura Aebi/Community Impact)

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Once completed, the community will offer one-, two- and three-bedroom floor plans as well as amenities, including two resort-style pools, an outdoor cabana, grilling areas, a fitness center and a resident lounge.

Boardwalk Lofts are part of the Katy Boardwalk District, a 169-acre mixed-use development. http://www.boardwalklofts-katy.com

Morgan joined Community Impact Newspaper in January 2021 as the reporter for the Katy edition. She graduated from the University of Oregon's School of Journalism in 2018.

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980 Washington Street Adams | Ahern Sign Solutions, Inc.Request for a waiver for a 99 sq/ ft. wall sign that is 52.2 ft. from grade to top of sign (25 ft. above grade is not allowed). The +/- 120,226 sq. ft. property is located at 980 Washington Street. Dedham, MA, Map 160, Lot 36, and is within the Research Development & Office (RDO) Zoning District. Town of Dedham Sign Code Section 237-19 (E) Continued from 1.20.21

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259 Washington Street Recovery Connection Centers of America, Inc.Requests a Special Permit for a proposed 1,125 sq. ft. Substance Abuse Treatment Clinic (no dispensing of medication to occur at subject property). The +/- 23,212 sq. ft. property is located at 259 Washington Street, Dedham, MA, Map 93, Lot 8, and is within a Highway Business (HB) Zoning District. Town of Dedham Bylaw Section 3.1, 9.2, 9.3, and Table 1.

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63 Colonial Drive B&L Elite Builders, LLC c/o Lyndemberg DuqueRequest for a Variance to construct a +/- 2,900 sq. ft. single family dwelling; proposed dwelling would not meet the required front yard setback (10.5 ft. provided, 25 ft. required). The +/- 6,325 sq. ft. property is located at 63 Colonial Drive, Dedham MA, Map 79, Lot 129, and is within a Single Residence B (SRB) Zoning District. Town of Dedham Bylaw Section 4.5, 9.2, 9.3 and Table 2

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8 Bates Court Danielle ForteRequest for a Special Permit for adding additional living sq. ft. and extending existing porch to 25.5 sq. ft.; proposed additions would intensify pre-existing nonconforming front and side yard setbacks. The +/-5,880 sq. ft. property is located at 8 Bates Court, Dedham, MA, Map 91, Lot 8, and is within the Single Residence B (SRB) Zoning District. Town of Dedham Bylaws Section 3.3, 3.3.1, 3.3.3, 9.2, 9.3, and Table 2

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55 Norwell Road Mike & Mary ForteRequest for a Variance to construct an addition to connect the rear detached garage to the single- family dwelling and to construct a second story above the garage; proposed rear addition/garage would not meet the required rear yard setback (7 ft. provided, 20 ft. required). The +/- 11,575 sq. ft. property is located at 55 Norwell Road, Dedham, MA, Map 126, lot 60, and is within the Single Residence B (SRB) Zoning District. Town of Dedham Section 9.2, and Table 2

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25 Boathouse Lane Mollie MoranRequest for a Special Permit to construct a single-family dwelling within a Flood Plain Overlay District. The +/- 16,110 sq. ft. property is located at 25 Boathouse Lane, Dedham, MA, Map 74, Lot 32, and is within a Single Residence B (SRB) Zoning District, Flood Plain Overlay District, and Aquifer Protection Overlay District. Town of Dedham Bylaw Section 8.1, 9.2, 9.3, and Table 2.

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Upon advancing to her first major fourth round on Saturday, Jessica Pegula grabbed the blue marker to write on the on-court camera lens, as is customary for winners at the Australian Open. She could have written anything.

Before saying hi to her sister, she wrote: "Let's go Jen Brady!"

Brady, her longtime friend and fellow American, was up next on the same court at John Cain Arena and had asked Pegula for a shout-out on Twitter.

Soon after, Brady joined Pegula in the round of 16 following a victory over Kaja Juvan -- and by the end of the day, two other Americans had followed suit. Shelby Rogers overcame a 4-1 start to beat Anett Kontaveit in straight sets, and on the men's side, Mackenzie McDonald -- ranked No. 192 in the world -- defeated Lloyd Harris to make his second major fourth round.

There were no fans at Melbourne Park on Saturday for the first time since the lockdown was put in place, but despite the strange circumstances, the remaining American contingent shined -- and continued to show support for one another.

"It's so cool, seeing all these girls I grew up with, and we've known each other for so many years, do really well and play some awesome tennis and on the biggest stages," Rogers said after her match. "We're all supporting each other. We have some fun chats going on. It's really cool to see us all keep going."

The foursome joined fellow American Serena Williams, who had advanced on Friday, in the second week at the tournament.

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The American women have had great success at Grand Slams in recent years -- led, of course, by Williams -- with major titles from Sloane Stephens and Sofia Kenin and a slew of others in perennial contender status. There are 18 Americans ranked in the top 100, and there is consistent representation in the second week of Slams from the group, although Brady, Rogers and Pegula are more recent additions to the list. At the 2020 US Open, Brady reached her first career semifinals, Rogers reached the quarters for the second time at a major and Pegula had her then-best run at a Slam with a third-round showing.

"We've got a multigenerational group of players at the top of the game on the women's side," said Martin Blackman, the general manager of player development for the USTA. "And I think that also puts things into perspective -- from Coco Gauff to Serena, to all the players in between, there's not a lot of burden that's being placed on one player right now. And I think that really helps everybody, and takes some of the pressure off."

While Williams continues her quest for her record-tying 24th major title, her cohorts can fly somewhat under the radar. Jennifer Brady (age 25), Rogers (28) and Pegula (26) didn't have the early success of Williams, who won her first major at 17, or receive anywhere near the attention placed on 16-year-old Gauff, but they've been quietly and steadily working on their games and improving week to week, year to year. Seeing the success of one another has only helped fuel them further and provided self-belief.

"I think the pandemic and everything we've gone through over the past year has helped the players look a little bit outside themselves," Blackman said. "Tennis is such an individual sport, and you have to be so focused on yourself and every little detail, but I think things have come into perspective. They genuinely like each other and are happy for one another, and being part of our Billie Jean King Cup team has created a really healthy environment for our top women.

"A lot of [the success we're seeing] is demonstration effect. In any given Slam, we have four or five women in the quarters, some of the other women who maybe haven't gotten there yet can say, 'If she can do it, I can, too.' Each win raises the bar and raises the level for everyone else."

Although the American men haven't had comparable success -- Andy Roddick was the last countryman to win a major in 2003 -- and McDonald is the only one remaining in the singles draw, McDonald still has support from the remaining women. Brady was one of the first to text him after his win on Saturday, as the two played collegiate tennis at UCLA.

"I was just texting with Mackie," Brady said. "I'm so proud of him, happy for him that he's made the fourth round here. I think he's also pretty excited for me, as well."

Many of those who know McDonald appreciate all the 25-year-old has been through, not just to get to the second week at a Slam, but to playing tennis at all. After making his first round of 16 at Wimbledon in 2018, he suffered a potentially career-ending injury in 2019 when he tore a hamstring tendon off the bone while playing in a doubles match at Roland Garros. He spent the rest of the season recovering from surgery, unsure if he would ever play again.

He made his return in 2020 and needed to use his protected ranking for entry in Melbourne. But he has more than made the most of the opportunity.

McDonald's ranking is expected to rise to No. 136 and would only improve if he keeps winning. That will be an uphill battle, as he next faces Daniil Medvedev, the No. 4 seed and 2019 US Open finalist, on Monday. But Blackman, who frequently watches McDonald practice at the USTA's National Campus in Orlando, Florida, has been impressed with his unrelenting work ethic and said he might be up for the task.

"I think he matches up well against Medvedev," Blackman said. "Medvedev is a great player, and he will have to play his best tennis to beat him, but I think on paper, it's a pretty good matchup because Mackey likes to move forward and take the ball early. He keeps the ball relatively flat, he's got a good second serve return. He's playing with house money now, so he shouldn't put any pressure on himself and just play the match he wants to play."

Even with no fans, McDonald will have a fair amount of support on the grounds at Melbourne Park on Monday. And, as none of the Americans will be facing one another, they will all be rooting for one another to secure a spot in the quarterfinals. If Pegula and Brady were both to win their matches, it would set up a quarterfinal match between the two -- something Pegula immediately embraced when told.

"That would be fun," Pegula said. "I mean, I hope that's what happens to be honest. Yeah, I think we're probably just focused on our next match.

"Jen is awesome. I'm always rooting for her to win. She's a great person. I mean, that would be ideal, honestly, for us [to play against each other]. I think that would be really cool and good for American tennis."

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One of the busiest days in WNBA offseason history saw five teams combine to make five trades involving seven players and five draft picks on Wednesday, highlighted by 2019 Defensive Player of the Year Natasha Howard heading to the New York Liberty and the Dallas Wings landing the No. 1 overall pick.

Defending champion Seattle was at the centerpiece of everything. The Storm lost two key contributors to their 2018 and 2020 title teams while reshaping the roster with a focus on younger talent that also involved the Minnesota Lynx and Phoenix Mercury -- nearly half the league's teams in all.

What does it mean for the Storm's championship chances, New York's hopes of surging to the playoffs and everyone else? Let's break it down.

Added: Mikiah Herbert Harrigan, Katie Lou Samuelson, 2022 second-round pick (from Dallas), 2022 second-round pick (from New York), rights to Stephanie Talbot

Lost: Natasha Howard, Sami Whitcomb

I wrote last fall that free agency and the salary cap would be tougher obstacles for the Storm than any team they faced en route to their second championship in three years in 2020. That proved the case. The Storm have now lost two of the five starters from the title teams plus a key reserve, with Howard and Whitcomb following Alysha Clark (who signed with the Washington Mystics as an unrestricted free agent) out of Seattle.

There's no doubt that hampers the Storm's chances of making it three championships in four years. Clark and Howard were key anchors of the WNBA's best defense. (Seattle allowed nearly four fewer points per 100 possessions than any other team last season.) Clark was the lone unanimous selection to the 2020 All-Defensive First Team.

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According to lineup data from WNBA Advanced Stats, the Storm's defensive rating was 5.5 points per 100 possessions worse with Howard on the bench, the biggest differential among the team's starters. Take both Clark and Howard out of the mix and their defensive rating dropped to fourth in the league.

Seattle has also lost important floor spacing. Clark led the WNBA by making 52% of her 3-point attempts during 2020 while Howard was a rare stretch 5 whose seven 3-pointers last season were more than newcomer Candice Dupree has made over the past 11 seasons (she's 4-of-37 in that span). And Whitcomb's 32 3-pointers ranked second behind Riquna Williams among players who started less than half of their games.

Presumably, the Storm are hoping Samuelson can replace some of that shooting. A 42% career 3-point shooter at UConn, where she played alongside new frontcourt-mate Breanna Stewart as a freshman, the No. 4 pick of the 2019 draft hasn't been nearly as accurate in two WNBA campaigns. She shot 28% from beyond the arc while playing sparingly for the Chicago Sky as a rookie, and while she earned more playing time with the Wings last season, her 3-point shooting wasn't much better (32%). Given that lack of production, it's surprising that Samuelson netted the No. 1 pick (along with a 2022 second-rounder), albeit in what's considered a weak draft.

Herbert Harrigan is another intriguing option for the Storm to fill the void at forward left by Clark's departure. The No. 6 overall pick last April was on the fringes of Cheryl Reeve's rotation in Minnesota despite shooting an impressive 42% on her limited 3-point attempts (14-of-33).

In time, Talbot could be part of that equation, too. Before deciding to sit out the 2020 WNBA season, Talbot was a career 35% 3-point shooter in three seasons with Phoenix and Minnesota. Because Talbot's contract expired while she was on the suspended list, she can negotiate exclusively with Seattle as a free agent when she returns to the league -- which presumably won't be until after competing with Australia in the Tokyo Olympics if they're held.

At 23 (Samuelson) and 22 (Herbert Harrigan), respectively, the newcomers join a young Storm core that also includes Stewart (26), All-Star shooting guard Jewell Loyd (27), point guard Jordin Canada (25) and centers Ezi Magbegor (21) and Mercedes Russell (25). Importantly, they also come with cheaper rookie contracts that will make it easier for the Storm to manage the cap going forward with several of those players due for raises in 2022.

Canada and Russell can be restricted free agents if they don't reach extensions to their rookie contracts by May 15. Stewart is also a possible extension candidate, eligible to bump up her contract to the supermax level ($228,094), while an extension is unrealistic for Loyd because rules limit her salary in the first year of an extension to a 20% raise from the current $121,500. By playing out her contract and re-signing as a free agent, Loyd would be eligible to make the supermax.

It will be interesting to see how Seattle's frontcourt rotation shakes out next season. Dupree said in her introductory news conference that coach Dan Hughes indicated she'll play regularly with Breanna Stewart. Those two could play together at forward, sliding Stewart out to the wing, or in smaller lineups with Stewart at center and one of the other newcomers alongside Dupree at forward.

However that works, Seattle no longer looks like the prohibitive favorite to repeat as champions because of the losses in free agency. This reminds me a bit of the offseason following the Storm's 2004 championship. They lost starters Sheri Sam and Kamila Vodichkova and reserve Tully Bevilaqua in free agency, replacing them with younger talent. Seattle still won 20 games but was upset in the opening round of the playoffs by the more experienced Houston Comets.

As in that case, the Storm must hope that extending their window to contend throughout the primes of Loyd and Stewart is a better option than maximizing their chances of winning with 40-year-old Sue Bird at point guard.

Added: Natasha Howard, Sami Whitcomb, No. 6 pick

Lost: Kia Nurse, Megan Walker, No. 1 pick, 2022 second-round pick, rights to Stephanie Talbot

The 2020 season couldn't have been any fun for New York, which went 2-20 in the "Wubble" in Bradenton, Florida, to set a league record for fewest wins in a season while narrowly avoiding the worst winning percentage in WNBA history. (Tulsa went 3-31 in 2011, a .088 winning percentage narrowly worse than the Liberty's .091 mark.)

The payoff for all that losing came when New York won a second consecutive draft lottery. Without a Sabrina Ionescu-level talent available in this year's draft, the Liberty decided to parlay that pick into arguably the most valuable player to change teams so far in 2021. No, Howard's rsum isn't nearly as distinguished as that of former two-time MVP Candace Parker, but at age 29 Howard is likely to play a bigger role in New York's long-term future than the 34-year-old Parker will with Chicago.

If you were constructing a center for Liberty coach Walt Hopkins' five-out offense in a lab, she might look a lot like Howard -- a reasonable 3-point threat (she hit nearly one a game in 2019, albeit at 31% accuracy) with the ability to roll to the basket and finish.

In particular, Ionescu should benefit from Howard as a pick-and-roll partner. Howard shot an effective 64% on pick-and-rolls last season, per Synergy Sports tracking, putting her fifth among players with at least 20 such shot attempts. She was even better in 2018, leading the WNBA by shooting an effective 71% on pick-and-rolls after accounting for the additional value of 3-point shots.

Granting they rarely got the benefit of playing with Ionescu, whose season was ended after three games by a severe ankle sprain, New York's primary post players shot an effective 48% (Kiah Stokes) and 27% (free agent Amanda Zahui B) off pick-and-rolls in 2020. Zahui B's mark was worst in the league among players with at least 20 shot attempts.

Much was made of Howard's numbers being down in the Wubble -- not just as compared to 2019, when she averaged a career-high 18.1 PPG as a go-to option with Stewart sidelined by injury, but to 2018 when she played a more similar role. That was largely a function of Howard getting a late start to training camp.

Over the season's first 10 games, Howard averaged 10.7 points per 40 minutes on 36% shooting. During the final 12 games, those increased to 22.5 points per 40 minutes on 62% shooting, better than her marks in 2018 (20.7 points per 40 minutes, 55% shooting). And on-off data suggested Howard was as important as ever to the Storm's defense. She was my pick to repeat as WNBA Defensive Player of the Year. (Howard actually got just one vote, third among Seattle players behind Clark and Stewart.)

I'm also intrigued to see what Whitcomb can do in a larger role. Only once in her four-year WNBA career, in 2019, has Whitcomb averaged better than 20 minutes per game. She should have more opportunity with the Liberty, who badly need her energy and floor spacing.

With the additions of Howard, Whitcomb and 2020 Most Improved Player Betnijah Laney, plus Ionescu back on the court, there's a path for New York to go from 2-20 to the playoffs. I'm not sure building that quickly around Ionescu was ideal. Thanks to their plethora of 2020 draft picks, however, the Liberty could afford to add salary aggressively.

The Liberty also limited the downside of this deal by sending Phoenix's 2022 first-round pick -- instead of their own -- to the Storm, meaning if things go south and New York ends up in the lottery again, it won't be costly. So in a draft lacking sure things, adding one via trade was a reasonable move.

If you thought Dallas had a lot of first-round picks last year, when the Wings drafted No. 2 (Satou Sabally), No. 5 (Bella Alarie) and No. 7 (Tyasha Harris), just wait until this April. After snagging the top pick in Wednesday's deal, Dallas suddenly has the top two selections as well as the Nos. 5 and 7 picks. No team in WNBA history has ever made the first two picks in the same draft.

Between now and the draft, the Wings will surely hope to convert some of those picks into either veteran talent or future draft considerations. After all, Dallas can't keep more than 12 players on the roster and the Wings already have 11 players under contract before adding all of this year's picks.

Nonetheless, this felt like a deal Dallas couldn't turn down. The Wings are relatively flush at the forward spots with a re-signed Allisha Gray, the newly extended Kayla Thornton, Sabally and Alarie. Dallas now gets to control the draft, and if the Wings are fond of Texas center Charli Collier -- the No. 1 pick in ESPN's post-lottery mock draft -- moving up assures they can draft her.

From Minnesota's standpoint, this is relatively quick to deal away the No. 6 pick of last year's draft. However, Herbert Harrigan was going to have a tough time finding minutes after the Lynx added Natalie Achonwa, Kayla McBride and Aerial Powers in free agency.

With Achonwa and Sylvia Fowles at center, Damiris Dantas likely moves back to power forward on something close to a full-time basis after starting at the 5 in Fowles' absence last season. That pushes Napheesa Collier to the wing more frequently, where Minnesota adds McBride and Powers to fellow holdovers Rachel Banham and Lexie Brown.

Besides Herbert Harrigan, the odd player out will almost certainly be veteran guard Odyssey Sims. In order to sign Powers to a protected contract, the Lynx will need to move one and create additional cap space. Since the Herbert Harrigan deal doesn't accomplish those goals, Sims will likely still be on the move.

Added: Kia Nurse, Megan Walker

Lost: No. 6 pick, 2022 first-round pick

Because Phoenix has three stars making the supermax (Skylar Diggins-Smith, Brittney Griner and Diana Taurasi), plus guard Bria Hartley at the lower max, staying under the salary cap while filling out the roster will remain a tight squeeze for the Mercury. That made it important for Phoenix to get two 2021 contributors in exchange for first-round picks this year and next.

Phoenix is gambling that Nurse can return to the form she showed in 2019, when she was chosen an All-Star based on averaging 13.7 PPG on league-average efficiency. Forced to create too much of her own offense last season after coming back from an ugly-looking ankle sprain in the season opener, Nurse struggled badly in terms of efficiency, making just 24% of her 3-point attempts and 31% of her 2-pointers. She rated a win below replacement level by my metric.

There's no reason to think Nurse has suffered any loss of skill, so I expect her to bounce back. At the same time, her 35% 3-point shooting in 2019 now looks like an outlier relative to the rest of her career. Overall, Nurse is a 30% career 3-point shooter in the WNBA, a level at which teams will happily help off her to double-team the Mercury's stars.

Shooting is also a major concern for Walker, the No. 9 pick of last year's draft. Pressed to stretch the floor in the Liberty's offense, she shot 6-of-43 (14%) from 3-point range, the second-worst accuracy in WNBA history for a player with at least 40 attempts. Walker was a 40%-plus 3-point shooter at UConn, so there's a good chance she improves on that going forward.

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