Hazleton waste-transfer proposal faces new DEP review questions
Hazleton’s proposed waste-transfer facility remains unapproved after DEP cited application deficiencies and gave North East Waste Systems 60 days to respond.
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Newtonville station closure expected as accessibility work nears construction
Newtonville, MA — The commuter rail station is moving toward a more-than-two-year accessibility reconstruction, but final closure dates remain pending.
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Wyckoff Planning Board Sued Over 441 Ellis Place Fence Denial
A Wyckoff homeowner asks Bergen County Superior Court to overturn the Planning Board’s denial of a six-foot privacy fence at 441 Ellis Place.
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State College Area Connector Surveys Advance PennDOT Review
PennDOT’s State College Area Connector surveys are underway through August, helping review underground conditions without starting construction or approving a final route.
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Ville Platte motorists face LA 29 closure as $9.1M project begins
Ville Platte-area motorists should use a signed detour around a temporary LA 29 closure near LA 758 while a $9.1 million project continues through May 2027.
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Palm Harbor drainage study reaches a key public-input deadline
Pinellas County’s Palm Harbor-Sutherland drainage study is still evaluating needs after its July 15 public-input deadline; no specific construction projects are finalized.
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Cadott Listed for $749,745 State Award for W North Road
Cadott, WI — WisDOT lists a $749,745 award for W North Road, covering half of an estimated $1.5 million project while local details remain pending.
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Troy Development Code Rewrite, Gas-Station Rules Await Council
Troy is reviewing a broad development-code rewrite while proposed gas-station standards await City Council action and remain separate from current law.
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Cascade Bridge replacement advances after July meeting; 2027 construction planned
Burlington’s Cascade Bridge replacement is in detailed design after a July 15 meeting, but federal and historic reviews remain before bidding and construction.
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San Mateo Fuel Prices: Gas Nearly Flat, Diesel Eases but Both Rise
San Mateo-area regular gas was nearly flat Wednesday, while diesel eased from the prior day. Both were higher than a week earlier, with diesel rising more.
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Deer Park seeks to resubmit FEMA flood-planning application by Aug. 6
Deer Park is pursuing a FEMA flood-planning application that could seek up to $900,000, but no grant award or construction project has been approved.
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Elkin City Schools seeks public input before Aug. 3 deadline
Elkin City Schools is seeking input from students, parents, staff and community groups on its permanent superintendent search before the Aug. 3 deadline.
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Fort Lee Travel: Bus Fees, Bridge Work and Route 495 Delays
Fort Lee travel is affected by separate bus-carrier fees, Center Avenue bridge work and Route 495 congestion that may delay NJ TRANSIT buses.
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Anderson Gas Prices Show a Wide Spread as Diesel Tops $5
Anderson-area listings show regular gas near $3.29 to $3.59, while diesel ranges from about $4.79 to $4.99 and tops $5 at one station.
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Lincoln Gas and Diesel Averages Edge Higher From Prior Day
Lincoln metro regular gas and diesel rose slightly from the prior day on July 29, but both averages remained below their levels from one week earlier.
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Carmel Valley Road work brings summer traffic controls
Carmel Valley Road resurfacing is bringing traffic controls and possible delays near Carmel, while separate city paving work was scheduled for July 6 and 7.
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City of Industry Plans Estimated $1.11M Share of Valley Boulevard Project
City of Industry is expected to contribute about $1.11 million to a county roadway project, with contractor bids due August 18, 2026.
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Trinidad Water System Faces Aug. 3 State Compliance Deadline
Trinidad’s municipal water system faces an Aug. 3 state deadline after investigations found reported violations involving treatment, sampling and water color.
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Delta County Pauses Data Center Applications Through Jan. 7
Delta County is pausing new data-center applications in unincorporated areas while officials review water, energy, infrastructure, and land-use rules.
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La Cygne: Linn County vicious-dog resolution remains pending
Linn County has not adopted its proposed vicious-dog resolution. La Cygne could be involved only if a future agreement allows county animal holding there.
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Bedford Judge John Plummer Reinstated After 60-Day Suspension
Bedford, Indiana — Lawrence County Judge John Plummer was automatically reinstated July 20 after a 60-day unpaid suspension, but case assignments remain unclear.
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Kittanning-area drivers face two Route 422 ramp closures
Two ramps serving Kittanning-area traffic are scheduled to close August 3 and 4 for high-friction pavement work, with weather backup dates possible.