lancaster county pa: A Trillion Here, A Trillion There... - 09/21/08 09:05 AM
Apparently the powers that be have decided, belatedly, to do something about the profligate mortgage policies of the past. The government will spend an estimated $700 Billion to buy up bad loans purchased by institutional investors.
Senator Everett Dirksen of Illinois used to say in the 1960s, "A billion here, a … (16 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Coldwell Banker Select Professionals Throws a Company Picnic - 07/27/08 01:39 PM
Coldwell Banker Select Professionals, the fastest growing real estate company in Lancaster County, PA, held its annual picnic Saturday, July 26.
Approximately 120 people were expected, including spouses and children.
A beautiful rural backdrop was complemented by beautiful summer weather and a slight breeze!
The … (16 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Brian Schulman Joins a New Office - All Due to Blogging! - 07/25/08 11:41 AM
Over a year ago, I started noticing some excellent photographs being posted on localism.com for various towns and boroughs in Lancaster County, PA. Since I was posting numerous photos myself, I soon became familiar with the professional quality photography of Jeff Geoghan.
It turned out that Jeff had taken notice of … (19 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Caring Singles Picnic, East Lampeter Township, PA - 07/21/08 05:46 PM
On Saturday, July 19, Caring Singles held its summer picnic. This year we held it at the East Lampeter, PA Township Community Park, a beautiful park located between Routes 30 and 340.
The weather was ninety-five degrees and muggy, but we had electric service to our pavillion and several members brought … (8 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Country Music Comes to Lancaster, PA! - 07/19/08 10:13 AM
Ninety-four degrees and high humidity didn't stop Lancastrians from enjoying a a free evening of country music Friday evening!
Jasmine Morgan, a local girl now recording in Nashville, gave us two sets of country music, featuring the songs of Patsy Cline. The concert series is sponsored by High Industries at … (14 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Lancaster PA Weekend, July 18-20, 2008 - 07/18/08 07:33 AM
Well, it's going to be a hot and sticky one this weekend in Lancaster, PA! Temps in the 90s and high humidity. Possibility of scattered showers on Sunday.
Every third Friday, the 200 and 300 blocks of North Queen Street will be featuring belly dancing, live music, art, antiques and … (6 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Clean-Up at Musser Park, Lancaster PA - 07/17/08 08:17 PM
In May of last year, I wrote an article about the renovations at Musser Park.
The park, located between North Lime, East Chestnut, North Shippen and East Marion Streets in Lancaster, PA had been closed for renovations since the fall of 2006, and was in the process of getting an extensive upgrade.
This … (6 comments)
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lancaster county pa: First ActiveRain Member in PA to Reach 200,000 Points! - 07/14/08 08:23 AM
Last night when I went to bed after blogging, my cumulative points on ActiveRain totalled 199,993. Close, but no cigar. This morning when I logged on, your comments had put me over the top! At a milestone like 200,000 blogging points, it seems like a good time to reflect on the … (42 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Lancaster County PA Housing Market Report 7-13-08 - 07/13/08 03:06 PM
The figured compiled by the Lancaster County Association of REALTORS show a mixed picture for the local housing market. On one hand, for the month of May, 2008, only 462 homes settled, down 13% from the 531 homes which sold in the same month of 2007.
On the other hand, the … (4 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Conestoga Day Benefits Conestoga PA Fire Company - 07/11/08 11:32 AM
Saturday, July 12, the second annual Conestoga Day will be held by the Conestoga, PA Fire Company.
The festival takes place 4:00 - 9:00 pm at "Grasselville" a beautiful farm at 93 Hilltop Drive, Conestoga.
The farm offers beautiful vistas of the rolling hills of Lancaster County, PA.
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lancaster county pa: Lancaster PA Weekend, July 11-13 - 07/11/08 08:46 AM
The weather report sounds like it's going to a great weekend in Lancaster County! Beautiful sunny skies on Friday and Saturday, with a 30% chance of isolated thunderstorms on Sunday.
Friday, July 11: A Singles Dance will be held at the Quality Inn Ballroom, 2363 Oregon Pike (Route 272), Lancaster, PA, … (2 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Lancaster PA Independence Day Weekend, 2008 - 07/04/08 09:40 PM
Good summer weather with only an occasional passing rain shower was forecast for the July Fourth holiday weekend. On Friday, July Fourth, a chicken barbecue at Musser Park was sponsored by the Musser Park Civic Association. Arts, crafts and games were part of the scheduled entertainment.
July Fourth also coincided with … (4 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Thaddeus Stevens - Lydia Hamilton Smith Historic Site, Lancaster PA - 07/02/08 04:15 PM
As the construction of the Lancaster PA Convention Center and Marriott Hotel reaches new heights, several historic buildings around it are being spared. A $20 Million project is planned to preserve and restore the law offices of Thaddeus Stevens, and the next door home of his housekeeper and business manager, Lydia … (4 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Classic Car Show, Lancaster, PA - 06/30/08 12:06 PM
June 26 Was Oldies Night at the Greenfield Business Park, Lancaster, PA, featuring Gary Lewis and the Playboys.
A classic car show helped recreate the nostalgic feeling of the 1950s and 1960s.
The first half hour of the show was marred by rain, tut it soon cleared up. Owners … (15 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Oldies Night in Lancaster, PA - 06/30/08 11:56 AM
Friday night, June 27 was the first outdoor concert of the year at the Greenfield Business Park on William Penn Way, Lancaster, PA. Gary Lewis and the Playboys were the featured band, and they did not disappoint!
When asked for the secret of the band's longevity, Lewis thanked the audiences … (4 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Lancaster PA This Weekend - 06/27/08 03:36 PM
Summer time in Lancaster County, there is always something interesting scheduled!
Friday evening June 27 at the Greenfield Industrial Park, off Greenfield Road, is Oldies Night and a free concert. Gary Lewis and the Playboys will be playing. The first set starts at 6:30 pm. There will be a half hour intermission … (7 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Sellers - Disclose Everything! - 06/24/08 06:11 PM
In Pennsylvania there is a Seller Disclosure law that requires sellers to provide prospective buyers with fairly extensive information about the home they are selling. Among the types of information required:
How long you have owned the properrty
Whether you live in the property
Whether pets have lived in the property
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lancaster county pa: What Really Motivates Buyers? - 06/22/08 01:09 PM
In a previous post, I wrote about sellers who inadvertently blew their chances for a sale by following showing agents and their buyers around the home. In this post I want to discuss what really motivates buyers, and how you as a seller can make the most of it.
Too many sellers, … (22 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Things To Do in Lancaster, PA This Weekend - 06/20/08 06:54 PM
There's lots to do in lancaster, PA this weekend!
In Long's Park this Sunday, June 22, 2008, there will be a free concert by Blue Highway, a Grammy nominated bluegrass band. Long's Park is located at 1401 Harrisburg Pike, just up from Park City Shopping Center.
The concert starts at 7:00 … (9 comments)
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lancaster county pa: How One Seller Blew a Sale - 06/19/08 07:27 PM
Here's a true story of how a "helpful" seller lost a serious buyer because they didn't leave me alone to do my job!
I was showing a nice 1950s vintage ranch house to my buyers. The house was in good condition, with an average size rear yard. However, behind the house, … (23 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Lancaster PA's Penn Square to Get a New Look - 06/18/08 07:23 PM
By the time the new Lancaster, PA Convention Cention Center and Marriott Hotel is finished in 2009, Lancaster's historic Penn Square will be getting a bit of a face lift as well.
Plans include new trees and plantings. New lighting will be standardized. Chairs and tables with protective umbrellas will be placed in … (6 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Historic Lancaster Train Station to be Restored - 06/13/08 05:56 PM
Lancaster's Amtrak Train Station is an architectural gem. Built in 1929, it is a familiar and dignified landmark in the city of Lancaster, PA.
Its Art Deco marble interior is reminiscent, on a small scale, of Grand Central Station in New York City. Lancaster is the third busiest train station in … (8 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Six-Pack of My Favorite Blogs - 06/12/08 04:38 PM
It's been a while since I've seen anyone do a "Six-Pack" blog of their favorite posts. Since I've posted well over 200 blogs, it's hard to pick favorites, but many of my blogs do bring back pleasant memories of the days I visited and photographed them. These six blogs were picked because … (3 comments)
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lancaster county pa: The Focus of Lancaster County Tourism Is Changing - 06/11/08 01:47 PM
Years ago, when I was a child, my family used to vacation to Lancaster County for the country scenery and the hearty Pennsylvania Dutch cooking.
To be sure, Lancaster County today has one of the more enlightened agricultural preservation policies in the country. There is still much beautiful farm land in Lancaster … (7 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Open House "Tire Kickers" - 06/08/08 10:00 AM
I haven't been a big proponent of open houses for a long time. It seems to me that open houses have become less and less effective as a marketing tool.
However, when I did do open houses - and for a while I used to hold open houses fifty Sundays a … (23 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Weis Market Grand Re-Opening - 06/05/08 08:05 PM
On October 15, 2007 I posted an article about the major expansion of the Weis Market at the Manor Shopping Center, Route 999, Lancaster, PA. Construction had just begun.
Now, finally, the supermarket is ready for a grand re-opening this weekend!
The supermarket has been expanded to 52,000 square … (6 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Serving as "Dutch Uncle" for First Time Home Buyers - 06/02/08 07:54 PM
Years ago when I was a young sales engineer for an energy corporation, there was an older engineer who had a great "bedside manner" with both our corporate customers and the newer sales people. When problems arose, he would come out from the regional office to our areas, and counsel us as to … (6 comments)
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lancaster county pa: New Pedestrian Crossing at Lancaster General Hospital - 06/02/08 05:33 PM
Hospital personnel will soon have an easier time crossing busy North Duke Street to get to Lancaster General Hospital. Additionally, traffic on North Duke Street will no longer have to be delayed by crossing guards.
A new pedestrian crossing is about to connect the hospital to Lancaster General's new Outpatient Services building, now under … (6 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Lancaster, PA Convention Center Construction Update 5-31-08 - 05/31/08 04:56 PM
The construction of the Lancaster, PA Convention Center and Marriott Hotel is really picking up momentum!
The tower emerges from behind the original art nouveau facade of the Watt & Shand building it is preserving.
The front entrance of the Convention Center is taking shape.
One … (14 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Lancaster County, PA Home Sales Price Update - 05/30/08 04:28 PM
For a long time Lancaster County, PA home sales had been slowing, but with increased median prices. However, for the latest available report from the Lancaster County Association of REALTORS, the average sales price in April was $181,510, down 8.9% from the average price of $199,250 in April 2007.
In addition … (4 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Mortgage Insurance Underwriting Change - 05/30/08 02:38 PM
Mortgage insurance will be harder to get after June 1, 2008, now that MGIC, the Mortgage Guarantee Insurance Corporation, will stop insuring certain classes of loans.
Underwriting changes mean that the following classes of applications will no longer be eligible for mortgage insurance after June 1:
Reduced Documentation/No Documentation loans
Investment properties
Cash-out … (0 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Bucher Elementary School Green Project - 05/28/08 06:59 PM
Bucher Elementary School, 450 Candlewyck Rd. in Manheim Township, is planning a major renovation in order to bring the school up to a LEED Silver Rating.
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) is a non-profit organization which developed the rating system to encourage environmentally responsible, energy efficient, healthy living and work places.
LEED was … (2 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Funk's Farm Market, Millersville, PA - 05/26/08 06:58 PM
Ever since 1963, Funk's Farm Market, on South Duke Street, Millersville, PA, has been a landmark for Lancaster County locals.
Funk's Farm was founded 135 years ago in 1873 by Amos G. Funk. Forty-five years ago the farm market was established.
Every spring a wonderful selection of annual and … (11 comments)
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lancaster county pa: East Lampeter Township Community Park - 05/23/08 08:59 AM
Of the many parks in Lancaster County, PA, one of the prettiest but less well known is the East Lampeter Township Community Park.
Although the park is located between Route 340 and the outlets area of Route 30, it's off Hobson Road, a country road, and it has a quiet, private atmosphere.
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lancaster county pa: Be Aware of "Buyers Remorse" - 05/22/08 06:27 PM
Purchasing a home, especially for the first time, is an exciting experience - but it can be stressful, too! Buyers often worry that they will make the wrong choice of houses, or that they will pay too much, or that something will be wrong with the house that they don't … (11 comments)
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lancaster county pa: I Don't "Sell" Houses - 05/20/08 04:47 PM
Don't misunderstand me! I come from a sales background, and I believe that honest sales is a noble, useful and necessary profession.
Having said that, buying or selling a home is one of the most complex transactions that most individuals get involved with. It's not comparable to a barker selling the … (12 comments)
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lancaster county pa: "How Much Will the Sellers Take?" - 05/19/08 06:17 PM
Periodically I get this question from buyers: "How much do you think the sellers will take for this house?"
It's a legitimate question, but not one that necessarily can be answered precisely by a REALTOR.
The short, flip answer is: "Well, the seller has already made public that they will accept the … (6 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Maurice Sendak Exhibit - 05/15/08 05:43 PM
The Lancaster Museum of Art is currently presenting a wonderful exhibit: "Where the Wild Things Are: Maurice Sendak in His Own Words and Pictures".
The Sendak eshibit was brought to the museum through a cooperative effort of the museum and the Library System of Lancaster County, courtesy of the … (4 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Historic Log House Update - 05/14/08 08:11 PM
On March 19 I wrote a blog about an eighteenth century log cabin in Lancaster, PA that had been slated for demolition, but was now to be dismantled and preserved on another site.
If there is any doubt about the exposure that Active Rain blogs get, this should put it to … (16 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Caring Singles Open House a Rousing Success! - 05/10/08 08:03 PM
On May 6, 2008, Caring Singles of Lancaster, PA celebrated its twenty-fifth anniversary with an Open House, open to all single, divorced, separated and widowed members of the public.
The event was held at the Quality Inn of Lancaster, PA, 2363 Oregon Pike. Although the festivities officially were to … (8 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Caring Singles To Celebrate 25th Anniversary With Open House - 05/06/08 02:26 PM
In May of 1983, Caring Singles was formed in Lancaster, PA as a support group for single, separated, divorced and widowed persons. Tuesday, May 6, 2008 marks our 25th anniversary, and we're celebrating with an Open House to which all singles are invited!
The Open House will be held at the Quality … (11 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Historical Home at 330 East Orange Street, Lancaster, PA - 05/02/08 05:33 PM
If you are interested in only the finest in historic homes, then you must see this one!
From the two-car garage to the solar powered high-tech heating system, this home has it all.
A Mgnificent mural greets you as you enter.
Spacious 25-foot living room with fireplace.
Elegant dining room features a bay … (14 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Cherry Blossoms - 05/02/08 04:13 PM
This spring has produced a magnificent crop of cherry blossoms! I have always been fond of cherry blossoms ever since as a small child I played under the canopy of pink trees in front of my parents' home.
The problem with cherry blossoms is how fragile they are. They bloom in late April and … (10 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Why You Need a LOCAL Real Estate Agent - 05/01/08 09:31 PM
There are several country-wide internet sources that purport to give you a long-distance estimate of what your home is worth. Many of these sources rely on public records and owners' estimates of what their homes are worth.
I'd like to give you a glaring example of why many of these estimates … (17 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Second Lancaster Real Estate Bloggers Summit Ties Attendance Record! - 04/30/08 07:38 PM
Yup, that's right - the Second Lancaster, PA Real Estate Bloggers Summit tied its previous attendance record. That is to say, all three of the Charter Members were there - myself, Jeff Geoghan, and Jeannie Kontis!
We met on April 29 at Senorita Burrita, a trendy cafe in the heart of downtown Lancaster. … (14 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Manheim Township High School Gets a Fantastic New Wing - 04/28/08 08:33 AM
Last Friday I had the privilege of taking a tour through the marvelous new wing of the Manheim Township, PA High School! Realtors from Lancaster County were invited to a continental breakfast to view the new wing and get an update on the latest improvements.
The wing greatly expands and remodels the … (6 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Why Doesn't the National Association of Realtors Promote BUYERS' Agency? - 04/17/08 08:06 PM
Did you know that the NAR (National Association of Realtors) is the largest trade association in the US? With 1.3 million members, the NAR is a major proponent for home ownership and property rights.
NAR's national publicity campaigns have promoted a more professional image of Realtors(R) helping buyers find just the … (82 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Big Price Reduction on Starter Townhouse! - 04/15/08 04:37 PM
Are you looking for a suburban townhome at a really reasonable price? This town house has had a BIG price reduction, and is now available for only $114,900!
It's located in a great subdivision, close to Route 30, near shopping centers - yet off the busy streets, and with a lovely park … (2 comments)
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lancaster county pa: "Subprime" Need Won't Go Away - 04/13/08 12:54 PM
There has been a great deal of negative publicity about the subprime mortgage industry. High interest rates and the adjustable rates that are now resetting have been a major cause of foreclosures and the unrest in the housing market.
Don't misunderstand me. There's plenty of blame to go around. Many borderline … (8 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Misleading Real Estate Statistics - 04/04/08 04:12 PM
Every month new statistics are published regarding the state of the housing industry. Recently these statistics seem quite depressing! While not discounting the fact that the real estate market has been soft in most areas of the country, several factors combine to make these statistics somewhat sensational and rather misleading.
In … (17 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Refinancing Cheap Investment Properties - 04/03/08 06:08 PM
Let's say that you bought an inexpensive investment property for cash. Let's say that the property needed some work, and you fixed it up so that it is now ready to be rented. Now you'd like to get some of your money out of the property, so that you can either pay back … (4 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Millersville University Lockdown - 04/01/08 05:34 PM
As I drove through Millersville, PA this morning, traffic was blocked on North George Street, the main thoroughfare past the University. There were several Millersville University police cars, a policewoman directing traffic, and what looked like a TV news crew truck.
At first I thought it must have been another vising politician. … (6 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Think Spring! - 03/21/08 05:20 PM
Spring arrived yesterday! The vernal equinox is here. It didn't feel like Spring yesterday, what with the cold winds and temperatures in the 30s. Today in Lancaster County, PA the day started in the 30s as well - but it warmed up and the sun is out!
Buyers, who may have … (19 comments)
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lancaster county pa: A Log Home That May Get Raised Instead of Razed! - 03/19/08 05:20 PM
I was passing by the Chesapeake Crab Connection yesterday on Columbia Avenue near Centerville Road, Lancaster, PA.
Next door to it was a house in the process of being torn down (you can see it in the corner past the sign).
The roof had already been torn off. As I passed … (24 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Lancaster County, PA Firsts and Biggests - 03/16/08 11:04 AM
Robert Fulton, born in Lancaster County in 1765, was the first to make navigation practical with a ship powered by steam. Fulton did not invent the steam engine, but he made history with his steam powered voyage on the Hudson River in 1807. A township in southern Lancaster County is named … (10 comments)
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lancaster county pa: The Lancaster County, Pennsylvania Conestoga Wagon - 03/16/08 09:45 AM
Did you know that the Philadelphia to Lancaster Turnpike, first completed in 1794, was the first successful turnpike in the new American nation? It was built with the help of Conestoga wagons from Lancaster County! The cigars that the Conestoga wagon drivers smoked became known as"stogies".
Turnpikes were originally built as for-profit … (10 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Why Buy an Historic Home? - 03/14/08 03:29 PM
I know, I know - I've heard all the practical arguments. Old Houses are drafty. They need constant maintainance. They don't have up-to-date conveniences.
I can't argue with the people who bring up reasons why living in a modern house has many advantages. Yet, there is a mysterious attraction in historic … (15 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Wonderful Testimonial - 03/06/08 02:33 PM
Yesterday I received this testimonial from a client. Their sale of an investment property was complicated by the poor housing market, yet we were able to bring the transaction to a successful conclusion.
"Brian, I just want to thank you for all that you have done for my husband and myself. … (14 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Lease-Purchase This Fixer-Upper! - 02/11/08 01:38 PM
SOLDThe present owner saw the potential in this great house and started a rehab, but isn't able to continue - so the opportunity to own a reasonably priced future pride-and-joy home can be yours! The price has been reduced to only $39,900, and the seller will consider a short-term Lease/Purchase to a qualified … (9 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Lancaster, PA Starter Townhouse Priced Below Others! - 02/04/08 07:18 PM
This 2-bedroom starter townhouse has some features you wouldn't necessarily expect at the low price of $124,900!
Central air conditioning and economical gas heat provide effective heating and cooling.
In the kitchen all the appliances stay. There is a pass-through from the kitchen to the dining area. The powder room downstairs and the … (0 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Restoring Old Houses - 02/04/08 12:08 PM
Buying and restoring old houses is indeed a labor of love! You still need to be cognizant of costs, and probably everything you estimate for renovations will turn out to cost more because of unknown factors you will discover during the course of the renovation.
The Victorian house in the photograph is … (13 comments)
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lancaster county pa: What Future For This Historic Farm House - 01/14/08 07:40 PM
For years I have passed this vacant and boarded up stone farm house on Charlestown Road, Lancaster, PA.
When I first saw it, there was farm land on both sides of the road.
Now there are commercial property and municipal projects nearby.
This is the old barn on the property.
There is … (39 comments)
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lancaster county pa: The Architecture of Historic Marietta, PA - 01/09/08 07:22 PM
I have written a number of posts about Historic Marietta, PA, including the Christmas Candlelight Tour and the scenic Breezy View Overlook. One of the reasons Marietta is such a treasure is its remarkably diverse historic architecture.
This is a log and stone home I restored in the early 1980s. The … (11 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Lancaster 2-Unit Price Reduced - 12/05/07 06:29 PM
This Lancaster City duplex has just been reduced to only $89,900! It is actually both sides of a double house. Originally it was priced at $109,900. for the total property. Here are some of the features of this 2-unit:
Brick construction, 3 bedrooms on one side, 2 bedrooms on … (12 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Breezy View Overlook, Columbia, PA - 11/27/07 07:10 PM
On a windy late November day, I passed over the Chickies Hill between Marietta and Columbia, PA. Shortly before Columbia, I stopped at the Breezy View Overlook.
Just off Pennsylvania Route 441, the Overlook offers a spectacular view of the Susquehanna River.
"Breezy View" was an understatement on this windy November day - I had … (27 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Burning Bridge Antiques Goes New York Style Window Displays - 11/27/07 06:45 PM
Burning Bridge Antiques, located at 304 Walnut Street, Columbia, PA, is going upscale for the holidays!
Manager Lou Girolami is decorating the store windows in New York City style this season.
This one is called "Champaigne Punch by Tiffany's".
This window is called "Scooters in the Sky by FAO Schwartz".
Copyright2007BrianSchulman©
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lancaster county pa: SRES Candidate - Seniors Real Estate Specialist - 11/13/07 08:33 AM
I have recently completed training for the SRES designation of Seniors Real Estate Specialist(R), and am now a candidate for the designation, pending the results of the final examination and acceptance by NAR. I had the privilege of taking this 14-hour course as part of the very first class ever held … (28 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Lancaster County, PA Convention Center and Marriott Hotel - 11/10/07 08:46 AM
Work continues on the Lancaster County, PA Convention Center and Marriott Hotel, as the steel framing takes shape!
The steel framing for the Exposition Level (main floor) is on track to be up by Thanksgiving.
The concrete work for the entry level below the main level is already well … (10 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Happy Halloween! - 10/30/07 08:35 AM
The weather in Lancaster County, PA has been perfect in the last few days for decorating homes in the Halloween "spirit"! Moderate temperatures, getting a little nippy at night... just right.
The rain and wind abated a few days ago, just in time for folks to get the decorations out … (19 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Ephrata Cloister - 10/28/07 09:59 AM
Nestled close to the intersection of Routes 272 and 322 lies an ancient compound that predates the modern roads by centuries...
The Ephrata Cloister was a Seventh Day Baptist community established by devout German settlers in 1732.
The Ephrata Cloister is now a museum run by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum … (20 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Eastern Division Toy Train Meet - 10/25/07 09:03 AM
If you are a collector, operator or admirer of toy trains, the biggest network of like-minded enthusiasts is the Train Collectors of America, or TCA. And for myself and thousands of other toy train fans, the biggest event is the twice-annual TCA Eastern Division Train Meet, held at the York, PA … (6 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Historic Smithton Inn, Ephrata, PA - 10/24/07 06:17 PM
At 900 West Main Street, Ephrata, PA, not far from the Ephrata Cloister, stands an inn which has been in business for 237 years! The Historic Smithton Inn, a beautiful estate of multicolored stone, was originally built in 1763.
Innkeeper Dorothy Graybill was born only a mile away from the Inn. The … (8 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Manor Shopping Center Undergoing Major Improvements - 10/15/07 04:10 PM
The Manor Shopping Center, located on the west side of Lancaster ,PA on Route 999, the Millersville Pike, is in the process of undergoing some major improvements! This is a great example of an older shopping center being modernized, rather than precious farmland disappearing into new shopping centers.
The McDonald's at the entrance … (12 comments)
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lancaster county pa: The Millersville, PA Parade - 10/14/07 07:59 AM
It's Saturday, October 13 - the day of the Millersville, PA Parade! I arrive early at 9:00 AM to get a good vantage point from which to view the parade. The Millersville University parking lots are already full, and Herr Avenue, Landis Avenue, and George Street have been blocked off. Crowds … (3 comments)
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lancaster county pa: The Susquehanna River at Columbia, PA - 10/10/07 08:40 AM
The Susquehanna River has always been a landmark of Central Pennsylvania. The river's name is said to have come from a native American word meaning "muddy current".
200 years ago, trees shipped down from the virgin forests around Williamsport, on the West Branch of the Susquehanna in North Central PA, helped … (4 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Lancaster, PA Fall Art Walk - 10/08/07 08:31 AM
Friday through Sunday October 5-7 was the Lancaster, PA Fall Art Walk. 47 different art galleries were on display.
On Friday Night, the Mayor's office sponsored a special dinner, held in the Art Garden at Prince and Chestnut Streets.
The dinner was held in The Dome, an inflatable structure 30 … (9 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Columbia, PA Bridge Bust - 10/08/07 07:49 AM
Saturday, October sixth, a glorious day in the annals of weather history, was the date of the annual Columbia, PA Bridge Bust.
The historic Old Bridge over the Susquehanna River was entirely closed off to traffic between Columbia and Wrightsville.
The bridge, built in 1930 as a memorial to the sons … (8 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Eastern Market in Lancaster, PA - 10/02/07 05:46 PM
Lancaster, PA has several farmers markets. The largest and most famous is the Central Market off Penn Square, which has been in operation since the eighteenth century.
A lesser known market is the Eastern Market, located on East King Street near Shippen Street.
Fresh produce and baked goods are as available in the … (2 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Demolition Over; Lancaster PA Convention Center Full Steam Ahead - 09/30/07 10:05 AM
The demolition phase has been completed for the Lancaster, PA Convention Center. The hodge-podge of additions behind the historic Watt & Shand facade, which has been preserved to be included in the new Center, are now nothing but a memory.
The buildings behind and next to the former Watt & Shand … (6 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Chickies Rock County Park - 09/26/07 07:14 AM
Located on Chickies Hill between Marietta and Columbia, PA, Chickies Rock County Park offers some of the most spectacular views of the Susquehanna River available anywhere in the Susquehanna Valley.
Located off Route 441, the park starts with a parking area.
Walking trails meander west toward the river...
Although the … (9 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Caring Singles Autumn Picnic - 09/24/07 07:37 AM
Caring Singles held its annual Autumn picnic Sunday at the Manheim Township Community Park in Neffsville.
For some reason, this picnic is always blessed with great weather, and this year was no exception! The temperature reached 80 degrees, but a cool breeze kept things totally comfortable.
Caring Singles … (2 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Lancaster Latino Parade - 09/17/07 10:03 AM
The 27th annual Puerto Rican Day Parade was held in Lancaster September fifteenth on a beautiful, cool, sunny Saturday!
The parade started on South Duke Street, turned on Orange Street, then went up Queen Street to end at Binn's Park.
Music filled the air, and a the sidewalks were crowded with … (2 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Lancaster County Civil War Encampment - 09/17/07 09:18 AM
September fifteenth turned out to a beautiful pre-autumn day for the recreation of a Civil War Encampment on the grounds of the Lancaster County Historical Society, at the corner of North President and Marietta Avenue.
The pungent smell of campfires burning permeated the cool morning air.
The "Mayor" was in attendance in … (14 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Antique Show at Rock Ford - 09/13/07 01:37 PM
The beautiful stone barn at the historic Rock Ford Plantation will be the setting for an antiques show Saturday, September 15 from 9 am to 4 pm.
Rock Ford Plantation is the estate of Edward Hand, a Revolutionary War General. The plantation was saved from destruction in 1957 by the Junior League of … (4 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Lancaster County Historical Society Civil War Encampment - 09/13/07 01:02 PM
For the 19th year, the Lancaster County Historical Society, 230 North President Avenue, will conduct a Civil War encampment on its grounds at the corner of North President and Marietta Avenues.
Some fifty volunteers in period uniforms and costumes will portray Union soldiers and civilians. the reenactment will be open to the public … (4 comments)
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lancaster county pa: United Disabilities Services Breaks Ground - 09/10/07 02:48 PM
In a groundbreaking ceremony August 23, United Disabilities Services broke the ground for a major expansion of their offices at 1901 Olde Homestead Lane in the Greenfield Business Park.
Starting out in an old house on West Chestnut Street in Lancaster, United Disabilities has now expanded to serve thirty counties. UDS, a … (0 comments)
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lancaster county pa: First Friday in Lancaster, PA - 09/09/07 11:03 AM
September 7, the first Friday of September, was a perfect late summer evening for a celebration of downtown Lancaster! Temperatures in the high 70s and a soft, almost imperceptible breeze made for a most pleasant outdoor atmosphere, and Lancastrians took full advantage of the city's First Fridays program.
Cafes on North … (12 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Rivertownes PA USA Tour of History - 09/02/07 09:22 PM
Rivertownes PA is a cooperative effort between the Susquehanna River towns of Marietta, Columbia, and Wrightsville.
The River Road Historic Excursion is a three hour tour that has been developed by Rivertownes PA USA to showcase the history of the towns on both the Lancaster and York County sides of the Susquehanna … (6 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Vesta Furnace Office, Marietta, PA - 09/02/07 07:39 PM
Marietta, PA has a long and distinguished history going back to the earliest 1800s, when lumber from the north was floated down the Susquehanna River and sawed in its lumber mills. A good portion of its wealth, reflected even today in its many preserved homes, derived from the iron furnaces that … (2 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Old Fiddlers Picnic at Lancaster County Central Park - 08/30/07 04:05 PM
The 27th Old Fiddlers Picnic was held August 4th at Lancaster County Central Park, sponsored by the Lancaster County Fiddler's Association. Central Park, named for its central location, is located at Chesapeake and Strawberry Streets in Lancaster.
The Fiddlers Picnic had a schedule of performers, including Jimmy LaRue and his Red Rose … (2 comments)
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lancaster county pa: New Spanish American Civic Association Center Will Open Soon - 08/30/07 07:37 AM
The Spanish American Civic Association (SACA) will be opening the doors to its new Family & Student Center in September. The $1.2 Million La Academia Center will open at 38-42 North Ann Street. The Center has been funded by tax credits and community and corporate donations, including a large donation from … (0 comments)
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lancaster county pa: First Fridays in Lancaster City - 08/28/07 04:55 PM
A recent tradition in Lancaster City is First Fridays. On the first Friday evening of each month, artists' galleries, boutiques and restaurants stay open until 9:00 PM. There are now a large number of artists' studios and galleries in close proximity downtown Lancaster.
You can stroll down the streets and see … (4 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Handyman Special Could Be a Showplace! - 08/23/07 01:00 PM
SOLDThe present owner saw the potential in this great house and started a rehab, but isn't able to continue - so the opportunity to own a reasonably priced future showplace can be yours!
There are three bedrooms plus a possible fourth bedroom on the third floor. There are 1.5 baths. The … (6 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Sales Down But Prices Hit Record: Lancaster County Market Report - 08/19/07 09:06 PM
The July figures are in from the Lancaster County Association of Realtors(R) - LCAR - and once again the same dichotomy is in evidence: slower sales, but record prices. July showed a decline of 2.4% from the 552 home sales in July of 2006, to 539 homes sold in the county … (8 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Construction Continues on the Lancaster Marriott Convention Center - 08/16/07 06:11 PM
Construction continues on the Marriott Hotel/Lancaster Convention Center. Some of the big cranes now in place make a spectacular scene as they start their high-rise work!
With a projected opening in the fall of 2008, the Convention Center is one of several projects designed to revitalize the City of Lancaster.
… (2 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Desirable Lancaster Townhouse Rental - 08/10/07 05:51 PM
Located in Gable Park Woods, an excellent and popular neighborhood in Lancaster Township close to shopping and the city, yet totally suburban, this 3-bedroom, 1.5 bath modern town home boasts many upgrades. A level lot and driveway lead to an ample garage with overhead remote door opener.
An entrance hall with beautiful hardwood floors … (2 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Restored 1760 Log Home - 08/08/07 06:55 PM
SOLDThis is your opportunity to live in a piece of Lancaster history! Restored 1760 log home is available at a fantastically affordable price!
Exposed log walls grace the great room, which boasts new wood floor, carpet and a corner wood stove.
The modern kitchen has a new wood floor.
There are three bedrooms, … (6 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Exceptional Handyman Special! - 07/27/07 06:06 PM
SOLDWhen you walk into this townhouse, the first thing you'll notice is the extensive hardwood floors. They'll take a beautiful finish and reward your efforts with an exceptional home at a very affordable price!
The present owner started work on the home but was unable to complete it. It's a solid house with … (0 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Coming Soon - 1760s Log Home! - 07/27/07 04:59 PM
Back in May I posted a blog about an historic log house in Lancaster that was about to be restored by my client. I'm pleased to be able to report to you that the work is proceeding well, and that it won't be too long before the home will be available … (4 comments)
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lancaster county pa: Lancaster Barnstormers Trounced by Bridgeport Bluefish - 07/25/07 10:24 AM
The Lancaster Barnstormers have a new manager, Frank Klebe, but last night was not yet to be the night that would turn the tide for the Barnstormers.
The game was against the Bridgeport, Connecticut Bluefish. The weather was cloudy, but a predicted shower never materialized.
A good crowd showed up for … (0 comments)
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