Philadelphia Seeks HUD Funds for Cold-Storage Expansion
Philadelphia plans to seek HUD funding for a proposed 15,000-square-foot cold-storage addition at Caring for Friends on Townsend Road.
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Former Hays Manor site in McKees Rocks will not be rebuilt as affordable housing
The Allegheny County Housing Authority has abandoned plans for 50 subsidized homes at the former Hays Manor site, citing construction costs, community opposition and uncertain federal funding.
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Fairview Township Reopens Trash and Recycling Bidding as Zoning Work Advances
Fairview Township posted new trash and recycling rebid documents July 28 while continuing comprehensive zoning work and preparing for an Aug. 20 hearing on Cox/Cardinal Lane.
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North East advances proposed historic-structure demolition rules
North East Borough Council scheduled an August 3 public hearing on proposed Ordinance 944, which would add zoning regulations for demolishing historic structures.
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PennDOT lists Route 209/115 Brodheadsville intersection project as active
PennDOT’s active project record calls for two roundabouts, reconstructed approaches and selected pedestrian improvements in Brodheadsville.
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Annville officials continue developing zoning rules for data centers
Annville Township’s next listed planning-commission meeting is Aug. 10, 2026, as officials continue discussing zoning rules for data-center development.
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Nazareth council approves zoning change aimed at former Kraemer Textiles site
A 6-3 council vote extends commercial zoning along Main Street, allowing formal redevelopment plans for the long-vacant former Kraemer Textiles property.
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Pennsylvania announces $306.4 million for water and wastewater projects in 23 counties
PENNVEST announced funding for 29 drinking-water and wastewater projects across 23 Pennsylvania counties, using state and federal dollars that include Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act funds.
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Feasterville train derailment response ends after evacuation and shelter-in-place orders are lifted
Emergency orders issued after a freight train derailed near Feasterville on June 30 were lifted by July 1 after a hazardous-material response.
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Vandergrift drainage and sidewalk project scheduled for Columbia Avenue, Fourth Street
Vandergrift Borough announced a July 6 improvement project involving the Columbia Avenue parking-lot and sidewalk area and a drainage pipe on Fourth Street.
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Johnsonburg Municipal Authority seeks bids for Community Center sewer rehabilitation
A Johnsonburg Municipal Authority solicitation calls for replacing 107 feet of sewer pipe, adding a new manhole and restoring surfaces near the Community Center.
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Warminster continues Shenandoah Woods cleanup with new demolition and stormwater work
Warminster is continuing demolition, infrastructure removal and impervious-surface work at the former Shenandoah Woods site, which remains closed during construction.
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Pennsylvania awards $2 million for Connellsville mixed-use medical and commercial facility
A $2 million state award will support a planned mixed-use facility along Route 119 North in Connellsville, including urgent care, medical offices, retail and office space.
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Media Borough adopts plan to guide housing, traffic and development through 2035
Media Borough Council adopted the Media 2035 comprehensive plan in June, setting a long-range framework for land use, housing, economic development, traffic and environmental decisions.
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Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signs 2026-27 state budget after negotiations
Gov. Josh Shapiro signed Pennsylvania’s 2026-27 budget in July, directing state spending toward schools, public safety and economic opportunity while projecting an approximately $8 billion surplus.
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Warrington Township weighs adding Bucks County property to agricultural security area
A July 8 public hearing considered a proposal involving a Warrington property identified by UPI number 49-000-NE-0047.FD-00000. The township later sought members for its agricultural security advisory committee.
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Castle Shannon road closure and Memorial Hall paving set to disrupt local access
Emergency water-main repairs will close part of Castle Shannon Boulevard, while Memorial Hall’s parking lot is scheduled for resurfacing Aug. 3-7.
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Lansdowne Avenue scheduled to close Aug. 7-10 for grade-crossing renewal
A scheduled closure of Lansdowne Avenue between Garrett Road and Winding Way is affecting drivers and bus riders, with SEPTA routes D1, D2 and 115 subject to detours.
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Bethlehem Approves Musikfest 2026 Parking and Event Operations
Bethlehem approved Musikfest 2026 parking and police arrangements as the festival period begins, with the city budget also covering event-related public-works needs.
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Pittsburgh Advances Plans for Two Vacant City-Owned Buildings
Pittsburgh is moving two vacant city-owned buildings into a formal redevelopment process, with URA board presentations expected in July.
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Philadelphia Counts 409,894 Fans Across Six World Cup Matches
Philadelphia’s official post-event report counted 409,894 World Cup fans and documented heavy attendance, extreme heat and storm disruptions.
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Four People, Including Three Children, Killed in Newport Borough House Fire
A father and his three daughters died after a house fire early July 5 in the 100 block of North Front Street in Newport Borough, according to Pennsylvania State Police information reported by CBS Pittsburgh.