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$32M Listing: Former College Dorms For Sale On Picturesque New England Street $32M Listing: Former College Dorms For Sale On Picturesque New England Street
$32M Listing: Former College Dorms For Sale On Picturesque New England Street A set of brownstones, which used to be college dorms, are being sold on a scenic Massachusetts street. Just three blocks away from the Boston Public Garden, 125-127 Commonwealth Avenue is a “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity,” according to its listing – but it’ll cost you a pretty penny. The $32.5 million property is comprised of two contiguous brownstones standing five stories tall with Gilded Age details and a combined 16,500 square feet of space. The property has plenty of Gilded Age details and carvings.  Zillow/Paul Gleason, Fairfield Realty Though the building is currently l…

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by Sophie Grieser
Business
Historic Norwalk Bank Building Reimagined Into Healthcare/Banking Center Historic Norwalk Bank Building Reimagined Into Healthcare/Banking Center
Historic Norwalk Bank Building Reimagined Into Healthcare/Banking Center A historic Fairfield County bank building has been transformed into a modern state-of-the-art medical facility, with easy access for residents, while maintaining a branch of the bank inside. The transformation took place in Norwalk at Wells Fargo Bank at 637 West Ave. in Norwalk for Stamford Health, said Michael Serrao, chief operating officer of Seligson Properties. The $20 million renovation was designed to reposition the existing three-story, 27,000 square-foot building built in 1955 into 24,000 square feet of medical office space for multi-specialty care and physical therapy on the…

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by Kathy Reakes
Business
'An Even Better Experience': Jones Beach Theater To Get Multimillion-Dollar Upgrade (PHOTOS) 'An Even Better Experience': Jones Beach Theater To Get Multimillion-Dollar Upgrade (PHOTOS)
'An Even Better Experience': Jones Beach Theater To Get Multimillion-Dollar Upgrade (Photos) Summer concerts at Long Island staple Jones Beach Theater are about to get a whole lot better thanks to a massive renovation project in the works. Live Nation Entertainment is making a multimillion-dollar investment that’s meant to improve the concert-going experience at the 70-year-old outdoor amphitheater, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Friday, Oct. 21. Planned upgrades include a new entrance for a more “seamless entry” into the venue, as well as a new plaza that will feature local food and beverages. The venue will also see a 20-percent increase in bathrooms, with current restrooms also …

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by Michael Mashburn
Lifestyle
'Iconic' Westport Convenience Store To Reopen 'Iconic' Westport Convenience Store To Reopen
'Iconic' Westport Convenience Store To Reopen Elvira’s, a convenience store described as “iconic” to the Westport area, will soon be reopening under new ownership following renovations and rebranding efforts. Renamed as Elvira Mae, the store, which stands opposite Old Mill Beach at 222 Hillspoint Road, is scheduled to open its doors once again on or around Thursday, July 4. The shop’s new owners, Hal and Betsy Kravitz, are California natives who relocated to Westport last October, according to Westport Now. They have been overseeing the store’s operations since before the sale officially closed earlier in May. It was previously operate…

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by Valerie Musson
Real Estate
Look Inside: Sean 'Diddy' Combs' Former Mansion On The Market Look Inside: Sean 'Diddy' Combs' Former Mansion On The Market
Look Inside: Sean 'Diddy' Combs' Former Mansion On The Market The mansion formerly belonging to music mogul and Westchester native Sean "Diddy" Combs is on the market for just under $4.2 million. Combs purchased the home in the Bergen County community of Saddle River in 1997 for $2.5 million -- the same year he released his first rap album, according to property records.  Pool with jacuzzi, waterfall, patio, fire pit and built-in barbecue.NJMLS Combs, who grew up in Mount Vernon, sold it the following year and later bought a house in Alpine. The 11,067-square-foot, Hollow Road home was recently fully renovated.  KitchenNJMLS It boasts six bed…

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by Cecilia Levine
Business
Stop & Shop Makeover: Roll Out Of 'Refreshed' Format Starts In CT Stop & Shop Makeover: Roll Out Of 'Refreshed' Format Starts In CT
Stop & Shop Makeover: Roll Out Of 'Refreshed' Format Starts In CT Stop & Shop stores throughout the area and the country are set to get a makeover. The supermarket chain announced its intention to introduce a new brand concept at more than 400 locations in the Northeast.  The initial rollout is scheduled to begin in Connecticut with 21 stores, followed by a $70 million renovation of all the company’s grocery stores. According to Stop & Shop President Mark McGowan, the new look will “reflect a more customer-centric strategy, based on convenience,” as well as a wider selection of fresh, local food products. Improvements reportedly include an i…

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by Zak Failla
Business
Wall Street Theater In Norwalk Flips The Switch On New Marquee Wall Street Theater In Norwalk Flips The Switch On New Marquee
Wall Street Theater In Norwalk Flips The Switch On New Marquee NORWALK, Conn. -- The Wall Street Theater in Norwalk marked its official opening after an extensive, $10 million renovation by lighting up its marquee in a ceremony. The 700-seat theater, located at 71 Wall St., was originally built in 1915 and has been transformed into a next-generation performance space that will showcase professional music, comedy, dance and stage performances.  In keeping with the 100-year-old history of the building, the blade and marquee sign will serve as a beacon for emerging artists and performers showcasing their talents. The lighting ceremony was held Jan. 5.

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by Casey Donahue