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$3M Lakefront Estate Designed By Arts & Crafts Legend Lists In NJ
A rare waterfront estate designed by famed American furniture maker Gustav Stickley has hit the market for $3 million.
The six-bedroom, five-bath home at 497 Windemere Ave., on Lake Hopatcong in Mount Arlington, was built circa 1904 as a summer retreat during the lake’s golden resort era, according to the Zillow listing.
Gustav Stickley is widely considered one of the leading figures of the American Arts and Crafts movement, known for his handcrafted Mission-style furniture, architecture, and design philosophy focused on simplicity, quality, and functionality, according to Stickley.com. His…
24-Year-Old Unseats NJ Town's Mayor After Weeks Of Controversy
Frank Velez declared victory in Belleville’s mayoral race Tuesday night, May 12, after defeating incumbent Mayor Michael Melham in the township’s nonpartisan municipal election.
The 24-year-old received 3,255 votes, 59.47%, compared to Melham’s 2,218 votes, 40.53%, according to unofficial election results posted Wednesday afternoon, May 13.
Melham, who is also the deputy coordinator of the Office of Emergency Management, received backlash from the community over his handling of the massive warehouse fire that closed schools.
Following the fire, the Belleville Public School 9 Ho…
