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BOSTON HEIGHTS, Ohio (WOIO) - The demolition started at the old Norwood Inn in Boston Heights on Monday. Previously an admired icon, the hotel has remained empty since 2019, deteriorating over time. The audience burst into cheers as the demolition started. "It’s simply an incredible sensation to see this finally happen," remarked Rich Lyon, a council member from Boston Heights. Residents of Boston Heights and nearby areas recounted their cherished recollections of the hotel, which has stood there since the swinging sixties. "When I was in high school, my sister used to work at the reception area, which means it has been quite some time ago...the place has always been here," stated Ralph McDonnell from Hudson. In 2019, the hotel shut down permanently and hasn’t welcomed guests again since then. Since closing, it has turned into an unsightly sight at the entrance of Boston Heights. "Each day as you pass by, there are more shattered window...

When Michael Kane and Jamee Field Kane first set eyes on their 1930s seaside abode in New Hampshire, they were captivated by its historical allure and panoramic sea vistas. However, hidden beneath the grand brick exterior, the estate was largely just an empty frame. An earlier homeowner had completely removed the rear portion of the Colonial Revival-style home, taking away much of the original structure. "Basically, they left nothing but the core elements; the sole feature remaining from what stood before was the principal staircase," explained Michael, a native of New Hampshire and the CEO of Portsmouth’s Kane Company, which specializes in real estate development and investments. Impressed by the property's promise, the Kanes invested $3 million in purchasing it back in 2010 and proceeded with an extensive, high-budget refurbishment that honored the initial design. As they prepare to relocate to Florida, they have put this historically significant residence, for...

The city of St. Augustine -- featuring its ancient structures and imposing stone fortress -- stands as a lasting testament to Spain’s rich history in Florida, predating the existence of the United States by many generations. However, during the latter part of the 18th century, specifically over two decades, Great Britain held control of the area. Recently, archaeologists have unearthed some of the British occupation sites they had been searching for years. City archaeologists discovered a dry moat belonging to a British redoubt—a fortified military post—constructed in 1781 during their excavation efforts last autumn. The digging concluded recently within the Lincolnville district of the city, paving the way for the development of a new standalone house. During St. Augustine’s 20-year British occupation," explained city archaeologist Andrea White, "they constructed seven of these fortifications known as redoubts. However, none have been discovered through archaeolo...

DUXBURY, Mass. — In Duxbury, Massachusetts, numerous notable and historically important houses can be discovered. The eldest is the Hunt House. Initially, it was a modest cottage-like structure located in the historically significant coastal town at 8 Hounds Ditch Lane. Although constructed in 1641 by Edmund Hawes, it changed hands soon after when Edmond Hunt acquired it. The Hunt family then held ownership of the Plymouth County residence for 228 years. Currently, the house has grown to over 3,400 square feet, featuring three bedrooms and three complete bathrooms. It remains under private ownership. It was last sold in January 2022 for $1.25 million, as per Zillow records. . As per Carolyn Ravenscroft, who is an archivist and historian, The Duxbury Rural and Historical Society In September 1641, Edmund Hawes traded 10 acres of land for 2,000 feet of sawn boards. — Woodcut obtained through specific methods from logs, frequently employed in construction. H...

Apartment buildings constructed in Norfolk during World War II and the historic Oceanfront cottages in Virginia Beach have been named historical landmarks, as reported by the Virginia Department of Historic Resources. Constructed from 1942 to 1949, Norfolk's garden apartment complexes offered essential accommodation during Hampton Roads' quick expansion due to World War II. The garden apartments provided a peaceful suburban living experience with ample green space and layouts that maximized natural light. Many of these apartment complexes received funding from the Federal Housing Administration. The Talbot Park Apartments were initiated by private developers James Rosati and Fred C. Trump—father of President Donald Trump—and conceived by the architectural firm headed by Bernard B. Spigel of Norfolk. New landmarks also acknowledge the The 37th Street Cottages Historic District in Virginia Beach The district showcases one of the most distinctive...

In the University at Buffalo's library sits an extensive collection of letters concerning Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House, a historically significant residence in the city commemorating its 120th anniversary since construction ended. These documents were penned by both Wright himself and Darwin D. Martin, who was not only a prominent businessman but also played a key role as the project’s commissioner. The duo meticulously exchanged thoughts over every aspect of designing the estate—from structural dimensions down to specific moldings, materials used for dining room furniture, among numerous additional particulars. "We often call this dwelling the most thoroughly recorded one in our country," remarks Jessie Fisher, Executive Director of the Martin House Complex. "There could easily be several exchanges per day regarding such minute aspects as deciding precisely where to install lighting fixtures; these discussions sometimes included referenc...

To pay homage to the past while personalizing the space as their own, they dismantled the house bit by bit before reconstructing it, integrating the initial materials. "I have always been aware that we wanted to do something with this place," states Jess McNeill, who is the sixth-generation resident of the property. Americus, Georgia The farmhouse, acquired by his forebears in 1853. "When MeriBeth and I tied the knot, we understood it was our ultimate destination, yet we were equally aware that due to its advanced age—nearly two centuries—it would demand substantial effort to restore." Rebuilding The Family Place Long before the couple felt prepared to undertake renovations, they serendipitously met architect Jim Strickland from Historical Concepts and discussed their aspirations for the ancestral home. “It’s an image I’ll always keep,” remarks MeriBeth. “Right then and there he drew a sketch on a cocktail napkin and mentioned, ‘To ens...

In the small town of Whitman, located just south of Boston, there is a parking area situated between a Wendy’s and a Walgreens that features an intriguing sign. It’s a big white wooden sign that displays an image of a Colonial-era bellman along with the numeral "1709." Viewed from afar, it appears rather unremarkable. However, if you spend some time reading the inscription below, you'll discover that this site is where one of America's most renowned dishes was born. This is where the original chocolate chip cookies were created. To be precise, the monument indicates the site where the original Toll House Restaurant stood. In the 1930s, at this very spot, Ruth Graves Wakefield initially created what we now recognize as "Toll House" cookies. However, this location has seen many roles beyond being famous for cookies. Throughout the last few hundred years, it has served as a personal abode, a frequent destination for the Kennedy clan, a livel...