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Police: Fugitive held in Oakland nightclub slaying
Police in Las Vegas say they arrested a fugitive in a 2004 nightclub slaying in Oakland, Calif.
Stauffer sentenced for home improvement scams
One of two Clinton men accused of bilking more than $23,000 from residents through unfulfilled contracts for home improvement projects has been sentenced in Clinton County District Court and the other will make a court appearance today.
Home Remodeling Tips for Pet Owners
Two of my favorite subjects are home remodeling and pets , so it's only natural for me to take the needs of our cats into consideration when remodeling.
Ask an expert: Recycled vs. natural materials?
Q I want to incorporate "green" into my remodel, but I'm confused about which is the better choice - recycled or natural materials? A When choosing products for a remodeling, renovation or new home in today's market, you are confronted with what feels like endless decisions.
Home improvement company operates with ethics at forefront
Jay Lindley, owner of Morse Home Improvement, said his company lives by the "Morse Code" - honesty, integrity, quality, fairness and service.
Edmonton police Det. Howie Antoniuk holds a missing poster for Tania Murrell. Antoniuk obtained a search warrant to dig up the basement of a west-end bungalow after a casual playmate of Murrell's came forward with a possible tip on her 1983 disappearance.
In home improvement, address potential hazards first
When it comes to home-improvement projects, start with anything that's a danger to your health or the house's future.
Sting operation nets 19 arrests of suspected unlicensed Murrieta contractors
Investigators with the Contractors State License Board arrested 19 suspected unlicensed contractors in Murrieta this week and had a 20th man deported, officials said today.
5. Flu disrupting home remodel for man ...
Volunteers in Provo are scrambling to remodel a home belonging to a man paralyzed from the waist down.
Collier authorities charge 9 unlicensed contractors who submitted home improvement bids
On Tuesday and Wednesday, members of the Sheriff's Office's Financial Crimes Bureau and Technical Equipment Unit, the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, and Collier County Community Development and Environmental Services-Contractor Licensing conducted an operation to identify persons advertising their services to perform ...
Assessor candidate Hara lacks permit for home remodel
Lloyd Hara, a Port of Seattle commissioner who is running for King County assessor, does not have a permit for a rental unit in the basement of his Queen Anne home, nor did he disclose in required reports rental income he received from a tenant before 2005.
Who Should You Call to Handle Your Home Improvement Job?
When it comes to home improvement, whether it's a small upgrade to a major remodeling job, you need to know who to hire.
"Being a good listener is the most important part of our business," said Barry Miller, owner of The Brush's End, a 25-year-old home improvement company on Padanaram Road in Danbury, with a second location in Monroe.
Director: Waynokaa s Harvey House restoration is better than expected
Restoring the old Harvey House and Santa Fe Depot in Waynoka proved to be more costly than first anticipated, but the project has turned out better than expected.
Historical society to spend $32K to finish Ealy House restoration
The New Albany-Plain Township Historical Society plans to spend $32,000 to finish restorations to the Ealy House.
How to Find the Right Contractor for Your Home Improvement Project
Finding the right contractor for your needs is like finding a lifelong partner. Much time is spent screening potential candidates, and then woo your choice into a commitment.
Westchester County crackdown on unlicensed home improvement contractors pays off
Down a full 8 percent over 2008, unlicensed contractors are getting the message, do things right or pay the price.
Police arrest man for home improvement work fraud
Now, Investigators want to know if he has conned any other South Georgians. 38 year old Jody Newell was arrested last night, and charged with 3 counts of conversion of payments for real property improvements, and 3 counts of exploitation of the elderly.
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Establishing Remodel Cost: Home Remodeling Critical First Step
Nothing ruins a fantastic remodel more quickly than exceeding the project budget.
Green Materials 101: Your Guide to Green Building, Remodeling, and Home Improvement
When it comes to building or renovating a home, there are few simple choices. From styles and colors to location and design, there's an awful lot to consider.
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