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Coverage dated November 1, 2026

Dear Abby: Neighbors tire of maintaining derelict property

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DEAR ABBY: How much should a neighborhood do to keep up a vacant house? About 15 years ago, a couple in their 50s moved into the end of my cul-de-sac. Their two children were out of college; the son lived elsewhere, and the daughter lived with them. Almost two years ago, the dad died suddenly.

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  1. Philadelphia Inquirer

    Dear Abby | Neighbors tire of maintaining derelict property (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    Today's advice from Dear Abby.

  2. Sun Times

    Dear Abby: Neighbors tire of maintaining derelict property (opens Sun Times)

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    DEAR ABBY: How much should a neighborhood do to keep up a vacant house? About 15 years ago, a couple in their 50s moved into the end of my cul-de-sac. Their two children were out of college; the son lived elsewhere, and the daughter lived with them. Almost two years ago, the dad died suddenly.

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