Housing starts surge as spring boosts builders and buyers
The Census Bureau shows housing starts up 17 percent from February to March nationwide with a 68 percent jump in the Northeast reaching 244 000 units. Permits for future construction run 8 percent below a year ago at about 152 000. Last year’s housing completed reached 1 452 000, with 1962 levels cited as a peak. Banks credit easier payments and higher mortgage money fueling more construction and demand.
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Speech Hearing Survey Staged In Clarke County
Clarke County hosts a speech and hearing survey aiming to identify needs and improve services. Officials promote early screening and advocate accessible programs with potential lower down payments or extended mortgage-like options for families.
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Festival Window Display Returns to Charles Town Event
Festival organizers announce Window Display as a featured attraction set for May 23 to 24 in Charles Town West Virginia. Entries are being accepted and the event highlights local artisans and shopfront creativity.
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New Smocked Pillows Pattern 7269 for Needlecraft
Pattern 7269 offers directions for smocked pillows in velveteen corduroy heavy cotton and silk. Includes transfer, inches 12 round 12 square 13 bolster shapes with 35 cents pattern price and 15 cents mailing fee. Send to Alice Brooks care of Winchester Evening Star.
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