Shannon Fromma

Albany

Journalist and Columnist, Shopportunist at Times Union (Albany)

Cents-ible ways to save in the Capital Region, from coupons and dining deals to shopping tricks and expert tips.

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House of the Week: Historic style, modern living in Saratoga Springs

1 day ago | timesunion.com | Shannon Fromma

Set on one of the most picturesque streets in Saratoga Springs and steps from Broadway, this week’s selection is a custom-built home by Witt Builders that combines classic Victorian charm with modern design. Built in 2005, the home’s grand exterior is painted in cheerful pastel hues and adorned with gingerbread trim. A wraparound porch overlooks the tree-lined street and seamlessly connects to a classic porte-cochère. The inside of 80 Greenfield Ave.
Saratoga Showcase of Homes returns this fall with local builders

1 day ago | timesunion.com | Shannon Fromma

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The 2025 Saratoga Showcase of Homes is set to return this fall over two weekends: Oct. 4-5 and 11-12. Organizers have confirmed a lineup of regional builders so far, including Amedore Homes, Beechwood Homes, Bella Home Builders, Belmonte Builders, DeGraff Bloom Custom Builders, Green Springs Companies, Heritage Custom Builders, Kodiak Construction, Trojanski Builders and Witt Construction. More names are expected to be added in the coming weeks.
Shopportunist: Tariffs are up. Here's how to save on tech, clothing, more

1 week ago | timesunion.com | Shannon Fromma

As tariffs take hold and prices rise, American consumers are bracing for a financial squeeze. With an average tariff rate hitting its highest level in over a century, everything from electronics to clothing is set to cost more. Even the most carefully crafted frugal budgets may not be spared. All U.S. imports face a baseline 10% tariff, which could rise after a 90-day freeze ends on July 8.
Modern RVs include Wi-Fi boosters, lofted sleep areas, off-road tires

1 week ago | timesunion.com | Shannon Fromma

Recreational vehicles are no longer just rolling boxes with beds and propane tanks. Today’s rolling abodes are sleek, lightweight, tech-packed machines boasting everything from solar-integrated roofs and smart climate controls to built-in patios, outdoor kitchens and expanded storage solutions. And it’s not just the vehicles that are evolving — so have the owners.
Elegant shingle-style home in Old Loudonville for sale at $1.3 million

1 week ago | timesunion.com | Shannon Fromma

This week’s featured home is a sprawling shingle-style residence built in 1930, situated in the heart of Old Loudonville. Located at 322 Loudon Road, the eye-catching property offers nearly 5,000 square feet of living space, including six bedrooms and seven-and-a-half bathrooms. The thoughtfully designed traditional floor plan flows across more than four levels.
Lindsay Ferris joins Staged Nest Real Estate

1 week ago | timesunion.com | Shannon Fromma

LATHAM — Staged Nest Real Estate has announced the addition of Lindsay A. Ferris as its newest licensed real estate salesperson. With more than a decade of sales experience, Ferris brings a client-first approach and a reputation for delivering personalized service and strong results, according to a news release on the announcement sent Tuesday.
Fort Ticonderoga pulls out stops for Revolutionary War's 250th

1 week ago | timesunion.com | Shannon Fromma

On May 10, 1775, just weeks after the first shots of the Revolutionary War rang out at Lexington and Concord, a small band of American soldiers, led by Ethan Allen and Benedict Arnold, launched a surprise pre-dawn assault on the British garrison at Fort Ticonderoga. The rebel capture of the star-shaped fortress marked the first offensive victory for the American cause.
Lil Lux Cabin: How one couple turned retirement dream into rental retreat

2 weeks ago | timesunion.com | Shannon Fromma

When Hudson Valley residents Marly and Carl Grosso first set out to find a second home in the southern Adirondacks, they weren’t necessarily looking for a business opportunity. Their goal was to find a place to eventually retire — a quiet, welcoming cabin tucked into the trees. They had no idea that the little house they found near the North Creek-Chestertown border, perched atop four secluded acres, would evolve into a short-term rental that draws guests year-round.
1920s Colonial in North Greenbush listed for sale under $650,000

2 weeks ago | timesunion.com | Shannon Fromma

This week’s selection is a spacious, freshly updated Colonial in the East Greenbush School District. Situated on a private 2-acre corner lot, 4637 Route 43 was built in 1920. It is located minutes from shops, restaurants and the highway and is only 10 minutes to downtown Albany. Inside the bright, open and airy 3,000-square-foot space you’ll find hardwood floors throughout and a large eat-in kitchen complete with a pitched ceiling, double oven, range hood and a big granite island.
B Designs Interiors takes 2025 Grace Awards gala design award

2 weeks ago | timesunion.com | Shannon Fromma

LOUDONVILLE — B Designs Interiors, led by founder and interior designer Maria Bortugno, took home first place in the Top Treatments category at the 2025 Grace Awards Gala, held April 15 at the Palm Beach Convention Center in West Palm Beach, Fla. The award recognizes the firm’s outstanding craftsmanship and contributions to the interior design industry. Presented by “Window Fashion VISION magazine,” the Grace Awards recognize excellence and innovation in custom window treatments.