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Hanover home has dock in North River

Hanover home has dock in North River

The rear of the house is a Victorian-like tower that has on each of its three levels an alcove with bay windows that look onto the peaceful river.
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Located just 90 minutes from Boston, Meredith Bay is the Lakes Region’s #1 Resort Community for Four-Season Fun!

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Get invited back next summer with a DIY gift for your July 4th host
Photo: Melissa Massello/Shoestring Magazine A July 4th holiday invitation to a friend or colleague's vacation home is probably one of the best — and most...
July/August 2013 cover!
Trent Bell Memories of summers past inspired the cover story for our July/August issue (in homes and online next week), a whimsical quartet of cabins...
Harbor Links Gardens
By Carol Stocker The Old Northern Avenue Bridge, an important pedestrian link between the Rose Kennedy Greenway and the Seaport District, has been spruced...
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The stark drama Nature tells
Two teams from the Massachusetts-based Manomet Center for Conservation Sciences are on Arctic expeditions this summer to study declining shorebird populations. Many threatened shorebird species,...
Improve your love life with a romance-ready bedroom

Improve your love life with a romance-ready bedroom

Frank talk alert: Intimacy and your bedroom setup go hand in hand, says Dawn Michael, a clinical sexologist and former interior designer. Here's her advice for an alluring design.
8 kitchen organizing ideas for messy cooks

8 kitchen organizing ideas for messy cooks

Not the clean-as-you-go type? Not to worry. These strategies will help keep your kitchen looking tidy no matter what your cooking style is.
Life without air conditioning? These homes say 'yes'

Life without air conditioning? These homes say 'yes'

Ever wish you could chuck that money-sucking air conditioner? Check out these homes that keep the air cool and flowing passively.
Build your own wooden deck chair -- for $10!

Build your own wooden deck chair -- for $10!

The days of old iron patio furniture are behind us. We're all about going green and reclaiming materials for new purposes! If you've got access to pallet wood and basic power tools (and the skills to use them), this project shouldn't take longer than an afternoon.
A beginner's guide to antiques

A beginner's guide to antiques

If you've been considering adding an antique piece or two to your home but are not sure where to begin, this mini guide covers the basics, from what makes an antique an antique to how to spot a great piece.
A Boston kitchen and bath go from dreary to darling

A Boston kitchen and bath go from dreary to darling

See how a $25,000 renovation budget gave 2 outdated spaces in a small city apartment a brand-new look.
Steep your rental in color -- without painting the walls

Steep your rental in color -- without painting the walls

Even if your landlord has a strict no-painting policy, or you know you will be moving before long, you can still have a home that is vibrantly colorful. Check out these ideas and inspiration to fill every room in your home with rental-friendly color.
Is your bedroom paint color the secret to more sex?

Is your bedroom paint color the secret to more sex?

Could the color of your walls effect your sex life or the amount of sleep you get in a night? Look to surprising revelations about bedroom wall colors to get more of what you want.
How to repair a broken glass door pane

How to repair a broken glass door pane

Don't let broken glass shatter your self-esteem. You can fix it more easily and more inexpensively than you might realize. In fact, tracking down the glass might be the hardest part.
10 ways to get your room lighting right
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10 ways to get your room lighting right

Learn how to layer table lamps, floor lamps and overhead fixtures to get the lighting you need and the mood you want.
10 beautifully blossoming spring centerpieces

10 beautifully blossoming spring centerpieces

You don't need to be a professional florist to make something beautiful and you can bring a little of the exuberance of spring inside with a seasonal bouquet.
Houzz apt hunting tips

Apartment hunting tips for renters

There may not be a way out of doing the legwork, but these 11 tips can help you get organized, set your priorities, search smart and stay focused every step of the way.
12 house-hunting tips to help you make the right choice
Can you live a full life in 220 square feet?

Can you live a full life in 220 square feet?

Adjusting mind-sets along with furniture may be the key to happiness for tiny-home dwellers. Here, professionals share strategies on how you can live a full life in the tiniest of spaces.
How to save a boring box of a room

How to save a boring box of a room

Whip a ho-hum format and low ceilings into high-design shape with these ideas for boring gone beautiful that will help lead the way.
Should you remodel or just move?

Should you remodel or just move?

How do you make that go or no-go decision? What criteria do you use to make a rational decision to stay put and renovate or move on? This architect's insight may help.

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How to build a backyard fish pond without going belly up

How to build a backyard fish pond without going belly up

The takeaway is, like indoor aquariums, fish ponds are not for the faint of heart. They can be time consuming, budget draining and, at times, heartbreaking. But as with most difficult things in life, the payoff is worth it.
reduce waste at home

23 ways to reduce waste at home

If you would like to reduce the amount of trash your household creates but are not quite sure how to do it, these 23 tips can help. They are all easy to implement and can add up to a reduction in waste that makes a difference.
8 tips for cleaner, greener laundry

8 tips for cleaner, greener laundry

From adjusting the washing temperature to swapping products, each of these eight tips is completely doable, so you can begin greening up your laundry routine today.
How to take ownership of your rental's green factor

How to take ownership of your rental's green factor

If you rent your apartment, some of the larger-scale changes may not be an option, but there are still adjustments you can make on your own that will reduce your energy needs, save you money and make for a healthier home and planet.
How to attract birds to your garden

How to attract birds to your garden

At the heart of it, our feathered friends are a lot like us — they just want a place where they feel at home. Here are a few ideas to make your home a welcoming place for shaking a tail feather throughout the seasons.
Scenes from the Boston Flower and Garden show

Scenes from the Boston Flower and Garden show

As the frigid winter weather began to wane, the annual Boston Flower and Garden Show at the Seaport World Trade Center helped gardening enthusiasts get a head start on spring fun.

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Living green, saving green

Check out these tips and resources to help you preserve the environment and your finances.
  • Recommended:
  • About My Planet An online community that discusses any and all topics, from environmental issues to new energy.
  • Climate Ark A climate change and global warming portal and search engine that promotes public policy that addresses global climate change.
  • Live Science Showcases developments in science, space, technology, health, and the environment.
  • National Geographic Environment Eco-friendly living tips from National Geographic.
  • PESWiki A community-built resource that focuses on alternative and renewable energy solutions.
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