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Remembering 9/11

The September 11 attacks (also referred to as September 11, September 11th or9/11 were a series of four coordinated suicide attacks upon the United States in New York City and Washington, DC on September 11, 2001. On that morning, 19 terrorists from the Islamist militant group al-Qaeda hijacked four passenger jets. The hijackers intentionally crashed two planes, American Airlines Flight 11 and United Airlines Flight 175, into the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in New York City; both towers collapsed within two hours. Hijackers crashed American Airlines Flight 77 into the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia. The fourth jet, United Airlines Flight 93, crashed into a field near Shanksville, Pennsylvania after passengers attempted to take control before it could reach the hijacker's intended target in Washington, D.C. Nearly 3,000 died in the attacks.

Suspicion quickly fell on al-Qaeda, and in 2004, the group's leader Osama bin Laden, who had initially denied involvement, claimed responsibility for the attacks. Al-Qaeda and bin Laden cited U.S. support of Israel, the presence of U.S. troops in Saudi Arabia, and sanctions against Iraq as motives for the attacks. The United States responded to the attacks by launching the War on Terror, invading Afghanistan to depose the Taliban, who had harbored al-Qaeda members. Many countries strengthened their anti-terrorism legislation and expanded law enforcement powers. In May 2011, after years at large, bin Laden was found and killed.

The destruction caused serious damage to the economy of Lower Manhattan.  Cleanup of the World Trade Center site was completed in May 2002. The National September 11 Memorial & Museum is scheduled to open on September 11, 2011. Adjacent to the memorial the 1,776 feet (541 m) One World Trade Center is estimated for completion by 2013. The Pentagon was repaired within a year, and the Pentagon Memorial opened, adjacent to the building, in 2008. Ground was broken for the Flight 93 National Memorial in November 2009, and the memorial was formally dedicated on September 10, 2011.

GEORGE COLE AUCTIONS & REALTY

We specialize in Estate Liquidation, and the sale of Real Estate and Antiques. We are also experienced in selling Vehicles and Boats of all types, Farm Machinery and Equipment , Commercial Equipment Liquidation, as well as many other items too numerous to mention.

With over 30 years of operation, we have established an outstanding base of both sellers and buyers. This helps to ensure a fair price for both seller and buyer. Currently the bulk of our sales include quality antique items and furnishings and Real Estate. Most of the merchandise we sell is handpicked from local estates, and sold with no-reserve.

How We Sell It

With the exception of Real Estate Sales which occur on-site, and E-bay sales which occur in cyber-space, most of our sales are conducted in our comfortable air-conditioned auction hall. We do from time to time, as the situation may dictate, conduct on-site auctions.

Typcially we set an appointment to meet with potential sellers and preview the mechandise to be sold. After we determine which merchandise will be be sold, we inventory the merchandise, carefully pack it up and leave a receipt. We then store the merchandise until it is time to be auctioned. (We usually have at least two auctions in storage at any given time and items may not be included in the next auction.) When it is time for the merchandise to be auctioned, we bring it out of storage, clean it up and advertise it both in print media and on the internet to bring the best value, and finally at last we sell it. Three weeks after the auction we send a check for the proceeds along with a computer print-out showing results of each lot sold. Phew... and you thought auctioneers just turn the lights on and start talking fast!

Another one of our specialties is the sales of Real Esate. We employ a New York State licensed broker and sales agent to help handle all your Real Estate sales/purchase needs. You will find much more information on our Real Estate page.

There is no denying that there are drawbacks to selling merchandise over the internet. With ID theft on the rampage, internet shoppers have had to become very wary. We believe that in most cases buyers would prefer to touch, feel and carefully look over items before buying. Some items sold via internet auctions just do not get good results. Though there are drawbacks, there are also some attractive aspects of internet auctions like ebay. The most attractive of all is the broad market of buyers. We are experienced in selling items via internet auctions and can help you avoid the costly and aggravating pitfalls. Email us pictures, or call for an appointment to discuss putting your quality consignments up for auction online.

2010 Auto Sales

Welcome to 2010 Auto Sales, located in North Troy (Lansingburgh) NY. We have a wide selection of pre-owned cars, trucks, SUVs and minivans in stock at all times. Serving the Capital District for over 17 years, you will deal directly with the owner for a hassle free buying experience with no gimmicks or

games, just a great car at a fair price. Feel free to browse our inventory, call with any questions, or just stop in and check us out!

LOMOTION CORVETTES

Welcome to the home of Lomotion Corvette Sales. Lomotion Corvettes is the Hudson Valley's most exciting Corvette showroom featuring Corvette's from all eras, including the awesome models of present day.  We have been selling, buying and servicing Corvettes since 1984. Our pledge is to provide our valued clients with the highest levels of customer satisfaction.

The Lomotion experience extends beyond the Corvette purchase. The pride of Corvette ownership evolves into new friendships, car shows, cruise-ins, parades, or simply enjoying the investment in America's Sports Car.  Stop by our showroom located just off Route 44 on Overocker Road in Poughkeepsie, New York and let us show what we mean by Pride in Customer Satisfaction.

EasyStreetBuilders.com

Welcome to Easy Street Builders!

New Home Construction (PBS Modular Dealer), Additions, Decks & Patios, Garages, Landscaping (Lawn Mowing/Trimming) & Brush Hogging,  Snowplowing/Snow Removal, Complete Interior Remodels, Tree Removal, Excavation, Demolition, Roofing, Gutters, Siding Sidewalks, Concrete Foundations & Versa Lok Retaining Walls, Water/Sewer Line Repairs, Lawn Care Services:  Summer is here and it's time to start thinking about lawn care.  Easy Street Builders currently services the lawn care needs of numerous residential and commercial customers.  Please feel free to visit our website or call us at (518) 943-9568 for your free lawn care estimate.

Hudson Valley Tile & Grout Cleaning

Tile Cleaning, Grout Cleaning, Tile and Grout Cleaning, Carpet Cleaning, Hudson Valley Tile & Grout.

We Clean: Residential • Commercial • Kitchens • Countertops • Bathrooms •Natural Stone Patios • Walls • Foyers • Backsplashes • Carpets • Fully Licensed and Insured