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Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
This Iconic Carolina Furniture Store Is Closing After 41 Years
After more than four decades in business, Carolina Furniture Direct is calling it quits. The Raleigh-based furniture retailer, located at 8401 Glenwood Ave., is going out of business after 41 years. The closure marks the end of an era for the 30,000-square-foot showroom that's been a fixture in the community since the early 1980s. WRAL reported that the massive liquidation sale begins May 22, with all merchandise marked down by up to 50%. Brands on offer include high-quality names like Bassett, Vaughan-Bassett, England, Leather Italia, Riverside, Coast to Coast, Hickorycraft, and even Tommy Bahama. Both custom and ready-made furnishings are part of the clearance. Ken Ciotti, a manager at the store, said the decision to close stems from the owner's upcoming retirement. He did not provide a specific final day for the store but emphasized that everything must go. Over the years, Carolina Furniture Direct built a reputation for offering a wide selection of home furnishings with a blend of upscale and affordable options. While national chains and online retailers chipped away at the brick-and-mortar furniture business, the Glenwood Avenue location remained a go-to for locals looking for personalized service and long-lasting pieces. Now, with the announcement of its closure, Carolina Furniture Direct joins a growing list of independent retailers shutting down amid shifting industry trends, supply chain changes, and leadership transitions. For Raleigh-area shoppers, this is a rare opportunity to score deep discounts on premium furniture before the doors close for good. But with no official end date announced, customers might not want to wait too long—once it's gone, it's gone.
Miami Herald
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
‘Escape artist' dog is a ‘local celebrity' in NC. Now, Cannoli will need a home
A dog has a 'reputation as an escape artist' — and is a 'local celebrity' in North Carolina. Now, the daring pup will need a new owner who makes sure to close their doors. 'He just loves adventure and any opportunity for escape, he'll try and take it,' Martina Spain, his foster mom, told McClatchy News in a May 16 phone interview. 'So, we are extra secure on all of our locks.' The Triangle Beagle Rescue of North Carolina expects Cannoli the dog to be available for adoption around May 21. He was rescued in April, after a woman found him roaming Chatham County roads and pulled over to help, according to Spain and an email from the rescue's marketing coordinator, Leann Tenbusch. 'Though sweet and friendly, Cannoli quickly earned a reputation as an escape artist — he sniffed out every weak spot in fences and managed to slip away from even the most watchful homes,' the Raleigh-area rescue wrote in a Facebook post. Eventually, Cannoli landed with his current foster mom, who lives in an apartment with a layout that makes escapes difficult. He's described as a roughly 2- to 4-year-old pup who 'greets every person like a friend.' 'Cannoli is a young, smart, and extra beagley beagle with a big personality and an even bigger heart,' rescuers wrote. 'He's incredibly vocal, especially on walks, and isn't shy about letting you (and the neighborhood) know what he wants. Luckily, his foster's community loves a good beagle bark, and Cannoli has become something of a local celebrity.' In addition to his barking, Cannoli reached celebrity status in his Durham neighborhood due to his friendliness and walks with his foster mom's well-known beagle, Luna Pearl. Spain said someone even recently recognized him across town. As of May 20, the rescue's website listed Cannoli as being available for adoption soon. Details about the rescue's adoption process can be found at 'Cannoli is adaptable, brave, and affectionate — a perfect mix of silly, snuggly, and smart,' the rescue wrote. 'With the right home that understands the beagle spirit (and a good escape-proof setup!), Cannoli will be the most loyal and loving companion.'
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
New Toll Brothers Luxury Home Community Coming Soon to Apex, North Carolina
APEX, N.C., April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Toll Brothers, Inc. (NYSE:TOL), the nation's leading builder of luxury homes, announced its newest Raleigh-area community, Weston Reserve, is coming soon to Apex, North Carolina. This exclusive community will feature just 23 single-family homes in a serene setting with sales anticipated to begin in late spring of 2025. Weston Reserve will offer stunning home designs with expansive two-story floor plans ranging from 4,050 to over 5,200 square feet. Home buyers will be able to choose from six exceptional floor plans with 4 to 6 bedrooms, 3.5 to 6.5 baths, and 2- to 4-car garages. Options for home offices, first-floor primary bedroom suites, spacious guest suites, and indoor/outdoor living features are available. Each home will be built with the quality, craftsmanship, and value for which Toll Brothers is known. Homes will be priced from $1.3 Brothers customers will experience one-stop shopping at the Toll Brothers Design Studio. The state-of-the-art Design Studio allows customers to choose from a wide array of selections to personalize their dream home with the assistance of Toll Brothers professional Design Consultants 'Weston Reserve offers a rare opportunity for luxury living in one of the most sought-after locations in Apex,' said Ted Pease, Division President for Toll Brothers in Raleigh. 'Our exclusive new enclave of homes will offer home shoppers the choice of spacious floor plans and elegant personalization options for their new dream home.' Residents of Weston Reserve will enjoy proximity to downtown Apex and nearby recreation including the American Tobacco Trail and Jordan Lake. The community is ideally situated with exceptional access to Raleigh and Durham via Highway 64 and 540. Children will have the opportunity to attend schools within the highly ranked Wake County Public School System. This future Toll Brothers community will be located on Weston Farm Way at Transit Trail in Apex. For more information and to join the Toll Brothers interest list for Weston Reserve, call (844) 840-5263 or visit Toll Brothers Toll Brothers, Inc., a Fortune 500 Company, is the nation's leading builder of luxury homes. The Company was founded 58 years ago in 1967 and became a public company in 1986. Its common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol 'TOL.' The Company serves first-time, move-up, empty-nester, active-adult, and second-home buyers, as well as urban and suburban renters. Toll Brothers builds in over 60 markets in 24 states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Washington, as well as in the District of Columbia. The Company operates its own architectural, engineering, mortgage, title, land development, smart home technology, and landscape subsidiaries. The Company also develops master-planned and golf course communities as well as operates its own lumber distribution, house component assembly, and manufacturing operations. Toll Brothers has been one of Fortune magazine's World's Most Admired Companies™ for 10+ years in a row, and in 2024 the Company's Chairman and CEO Douglas C. Yearley, Jr. was named one of 25 Top CEOs by Barron's magazine. Toll Brothers has also been named Builder of the Year by Builder magazine and is the first two-time recipient of Builder of the Year from Professional Builder magazine. For more information visit From Fortune, ©2025 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license. Contact: Andrea Meck | Toll Brothers, Senior Director, Public Relations & Social Media | 215-938-8169 | ameck@ Photos accompanying this announcement are available at: Sent by Toll Brothers via Regional Globe Newswire (TOLL-REG)Sign in to access your portfolio
Globe and Mail
30-04-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
New Toll Brothers Luxury Home Community Coming Soon to Apex, North Carolina
APEX, N.C., April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Toll Brothers, Inc. (NYSE:TOL), the nation's leading builder of luxury homes, announced its newest Raleigh-area community, Weston Reserve, is coming soon to Apex, North Carolina. This exclusive community will feature just 23 single-family homes in a serene setting with sales anticipated to begin in late spring of 2025. Weston Reserve will offer stunning home designs with expansive two-story floor plans ranging from 4,050 to over 5,200 square feet. Home buyers will be able to choose from six exceptional floor plans with 4 to 6 bedrooms, 3.5 to 6.5 baths, and 2- to 4-car garages. Options for home offices, first-floor primary bedroom suites, spacious guest suites, and indoor/outdoor living features are available. Each home will be built with the quality, craftsmanship, and value for which Toll Brothers is known. Homes will be priced from $1.3 million. Toll Brothers customers will experience one-stop shopping at the Toll Brothers Design Studio. The state-of-the-art Design Studio allows customers to choose from a wide array of selections to personalize their dream home with the assistance of Toll Brothers professional Design Consultants 'Weston Reserve offers a rare opportunity for luxury living in one of the most sought-after locations in Apex,' said Ted Pease, Division President for Toll Brothers in Raleigh. 'Our exclusive new enclave of homes will offer home shoppers the choice of spacious floor plans and elegant personalization options for their new dream home.' Residents of Weston Reserve will enjoy proximity to downtown Apex and nearby recreation including the American Tobacco Trail and Jordan Lake. The community is ideally situated with exceptional access to Raleigh and Durham via Highway 64 and 540. Children will have the opportunity to attend schools within the highly ranked Wake County Public School System. This future Toll Brothers community will be located on Weston Farm Way at Transit Trail in Apex. For more information and to join the Toll Brothers interest list for Weston Reserve, call (844) 840-5263 or visit About Toll Brothers Toll Brothers, Inc., a Fortune 500 Company, is the nation's leading builder of luxury homes. The Company was founded 58 years ago in 1967 and became a public company in 1986. Its common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol 'TOL.' The Company serves first-time, move-up, empty-nester, active-adult, and second-home buyers, as well as urban and suburban renters. Toll Brothers builds in over 60 markets in 24 states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Washington, as well as in the District of Columbia. The Company operates its own architectural, engineering, mortgage, title, land development, smart home technology, and landscape subsidiaries. The Company also develops master-planned and golf course communities as well as operates its own lumber distribution, house component assembly, and manufacturing operations. Toll Brothers has been one of Fortune magazine's World's Most Admired Companies™ for 10+ years in a row, and in 2024 the Company's Chairman and CEO Douglas C. Yearley, Jr. was named one of 25 Top CEOs by Barron's magazine. Toll Brothers has also been named Builder of the Year by Builder magazine and is the first two-time recipient of Builder of the Year from Professional Builder magazine. For more information visit From Fortune, ©2025 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license.
Time of India
22-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Carolina Hurricanes aid the fans preparing for Game 2 of Sebastian Aho and Jesperi Kotkaniemi
Image Via Getty The excitement and buzz of the Stanley Cup Playoffs are flavored with logistical issues for the Carolina Hurricanes fans. For everyone expected at the venue for Game 2 against the New Jersey Devils, fixing traffic issues with a weekday evening game is also a task. The franchise is seen with some good initiatives, asking the ticket owners to leave early from work early. A helping hand for the Hurricane Game 2 by Sebastian Aho and Jesperi Kotkaniemi: An early leave and parking discounts As the energy builds for Game 2 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Carolina Hurricanes will be preparing to go all out for their fans. Understanding the logistical problem of a 6 p.m. weekday start, the team has instituted a parking incentive for fans and is reaching out to employers to promote early work exits. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Her Outfit Caught Everyone's Eye The Stadium True Edition Undo President of the team, Doug Warf, is actively calling on Raleigh-area businesses to give employees with tickets an early leave. Warf pointed to Lenovo North America President Ryan McCurdy for letting his employees leave early as a precedent. Warf even jokingly suggested he could send an email to the bosses on behalf of all the fans, reiterating the organization's commitment to its community. But wait, there's more. Anyone arriving at Lenovo Center between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. earns a staggering 50% discount on parking. The ordinary price of $45 for parking (even $32 with prior payment via ParkWhiz) in that time slot is customarily discounted by half. However, this is valid only for entry through Gate E via Edwards Mill Road, a touchstone for planners! When players like Sebastian Aho and Jesperi Kotkaniemi prepare to go against the Devils on the ice, the front office is busy ensuring that passionate fans fill the stands, weekday traffic or not. The proactive strategies being adopted by the Hurricanes could set a trend for competing franchises on how to alleviate the tensions between game scheduling and the fans' real-world obligations. Also Read: Dylan Larkin expresses his disappointment with Detroit Red Wings' invisible trade deadline for the ninth consecutive season playoff miss Well, Carolina Hurricanes Game number 2 is not all about ice hockey; it is about how the team stands behind the fans in this country. The franchise is luring employers to let their employees off early, providing parking perks to ensure that the crowd is loud and proud when the puck drops on Tuesday evening. Get the latest IPL 2025 updates on Times of India , including match schedules , team squads , points table and IPL live score for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Don't miss the list of players in the race for IPL Orange Cap and IPL Purple cap .
