Archives for December, 2006
Rates Drop, Home Loan Applications Soar
Wednesday, December 6th, 2006
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Overall mortgage application volume increased 8.1 percent last week on a seasonally adjusted basis from the week before, inspired by a significant drop in interest rates, the Mortgage Bankers Association reported today.
The seasonally adjusted refinance index increased by 13.7 percent to 1,989.7 from 1,749.6 the previous week, and the purchase index increased by 4.9 percent [...]
Saving Energy in the Florida Sun
Wednesday, December 6th, 2006
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In the Florida sun, it is almost a requirement to have car tint and home window tinting to protect you. Window film comes in many colors and varieties to also enhance the look and value of your home or car. Solar Control Films reduce glare and heat by up to 93% while Decorative and Privacy [...]
Wild Florida Preserved in Boca Raton
Tuesday, December 5th, 2006
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Boca Raton is planning a March opening for a 24-acre recreational park area between Palmetto Park Road and Camino Real, has been pushed back from January until March, when visitors are likely to come across gopher tortoises moved there from a tract next door.
Damage from the past three hurricanes has postponed Blazing Star Preserve’s debut, [...]
Tools for a long commute or trip
Tuesday, December 5th, 2006
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If you deal with a long commute, like so many people do in this day and age, or you spend a great deal of your time in the car, or maybe you are simply looking for a convenient way to record your ideas and reminders when you are not able to sit down and write [...]
Biotech drawn to South Florida
Tuesday, December 5th, 2006
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A 25-member delegation of Swiss scientists, corporate executives and government officials will visit South Florida next week, seeking to establish life science collaborations with Scripps Florida, the University of Miami and Florida Atlantic University.
The visit, which reciprocates for a science and technology mission Gov. Jeb Bush led to Germany and Switzerland last year, is seen [...]
Holiday Gift Baskets
Tuesday, December 5th, 2006
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Looking for that special house warming gift or holiday gift? Gourmet Gift Baskets are a great way to give a personal and thoughtful item without too much hassle and guessing what a friend or family member might like for the holidays. A delicious monthly gift club membership will also carry the thoughtful idea of giving [...]
Walgreens Offers Park to Move into West Boca Raton Loggers’ Run
Monday, December 4th, 2006
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West Boca Raton Loggers’ Run may turn to a pharmacy to build a park.
Walgreens plans to build an 8-acre park for West Boca Raton Loggers’ Run homeowners if they let the retailer build a store on 2 acres set aside for a park. The rent also would help West Boca Raton Loggers’ Run pay for [...]
Looking for that perfect Kitchen accessory?
Monday, December 4th, 2006
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Looking for that perfect Kitchen appliance or accessory that will help get you through the hectic holiday season a little easier? Cooking.com has everything on your gift giving list and maybe even that unique item you want to treat yourself with. Holiday gifts include pre-packaged chocolate and cheese gift baskets, as well as assorted coffee [...]
Winds driving jellyfish onto beaches, residents are advised to take extra care
Friday, December 1st, 2006
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Shiny blue and gelatinous, the Portuguese man-of-war is once again washing up on South Florida beaches by the dozens. They look so pretty, they can be alluring to small children — like small blue balloons.
Strong easterly winds this week have driven the jellyfish onshore, with purple flags flying from Boca Raton to Juno Beach. The [...]
Wrought Iron for the Holidays
Friday, December 1st, 2006
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Are you looking for large wall decor to bring life to your interior and exterior walls? Some accents and accessories to give your home an inviting and unique feel? Maybe a unique and rustic gift for the holidays? The Wrought Iron Decor Store has a wonderful variety of wrought iron flower boxes, candle sconces, votive [...]
