Crashes and construction stall New York commute with major slowdowns across highways
NEW YORK, NY – The Monday morning rush brought a mix of crashes, disabled vehicles, and construction projects that slowed traffic on highways across New York. On Long Island, I-495 westbound near…
Eastern Shore Construction Worker Turns $50 Win Into $1 Million Jackpot
DENTON, MD – A 47-year-old construction worker from Denton on Maryland’s Eastern Shore parlayed a modest $50 lottery win into a staggering $1 million. The man cashed a $50 winning scratch-off early…
Columbus Police Officer Critically Injured by Construction Equipment on Road Duty
COLUMBUS, OH – An officer from the Columbus Division of Police, while on a special duty assignment, was injured by a piece of equipment at the intersection of Trabue Rd. and Quarry…
As Construction Begins on Phil Murphy’s Wind Farms, Public Support Drops in New Poll
LACEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – As construction of onshore facilities to support New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s massive wind energy ambitions off the New Jersey coast, a new poll shows public support for…
Jury Convicts 18-Year-Old from D.C. For Robbing Construction Worker with Ice Pick
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, a jury in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia found 18-year-old Kevin Diaz of Washington, D.C., guilty of robbery, assault with the intent to rob, and…
Murphy Actions Turn Blind Eye to Construction Bribery in New Jersey
TRENTON, NJ – Senator Michael Testa introduced legislation targeting developer bribes and corruption in local development offices across New Jersey. The bill empowers the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (EDA) to intervene…
Construction Firm Operator Sentenced Over Fatal Wall Collapse in Brooklyn
BROOKLYN, NY – Jiaxi “Jimmy” Liu, operator of Sunset Park construction firm WSC Group Inc., has been sentenced to two to four years in prison for causing the death of construction worker…
Feds to Issue Permit to Offshore Wind Co. to ‘Take’ a Few Endangered Whales During Construction in New Jersey
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – On Friday, September 22, NOAA Fisheries will initiate a 30-day public comment period for proposed regulations related to Atlantic Shores’ Atlantic Shores South Project. The offshore wind energy…
Children’s Dreams Come Alive At New Jersey Construction Themed Amusement Park
BERLIN, NJ – Diggerland USA in Berlin offers a unique experience, transforming construction equipment into family-friendly attractions. Operating since 2014, this 21-acre adventure park has become a go-to destination for those looking…
Construction of new non-intrusive inspection system will commence at World Trade Bridge
LAREDO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations, Laredo Port of Entry is announcing upcoming construction in the pre-primary inspection area of World Trade Bridge as part of a Non-Intrusive…
CBP begins construction to replace primary fence at Friendship Circle
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will begin construction this week to replace the deteriorated primary fence at the U.S. Border Patrol’s (USBP) Friendship Circle Project, which is situated along the border…
Supreme Court Lets Mountain Valley Pipeline Construction Resume
Supreme Court Lets Mountain Valley Pipeline Construction Resume Nick Pope on July 27, 2023 The Supreme Court has allowed construction of the Mountain Valley Pipeline to resume Thursday. The court granted an…
Biden Admin Backs Mountain Valley Pipeline Request For SCOTUS To Block Order Halting Construction
Biden Admin Backs Mountain Valley Pipeline Request For SCOTUS To Block Order Halting Construction Katelynn Richardson on July 21, 2023 The Biden administration backed Mountain Valley Pipeline developers’ request for the Supreme…
Federal Court Blocks Activist Efforts To Stop Biden-Backed Lithium Mine Construction
Federal Court Blocks Activist Efforts To Stop Biden-Backed Lithium Mine Construction Katelynn Richardson on July 18, 2023 A federal appeals court blocked efforts by environmentalists and Native Americans to end construction on…
SCOTUS Asked To Decide Fate Of Pivotal Pipeline After Federal Court Opposes Congress And Halts Construction
SCOTUS Asked To Decide Fate Of Pivotal Pipeline After Federal Court Opposes Congress And Halts Construction Katelynn Richardson on July 17, 2023 The Supreme Court may soon weigh in on Mountain Valley…
Traffic Alert: Union Street to Remain Closed for Construction
Lodi, NJ – The Lodi Police Department has issued an alert informing residents and motorists about the closure of Union Street in Hasbrouck Heights. The closure is necessary due to ongoing utility…
‘Ignores The Law’: Manchin Slams Judges For Blocking Pipeline Construction
‘Ignores The Law’: Manchin Slams Judges For Blocking Pipeline Construction Nick Pope on July 11, 2023 Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia publicly criticized judges from the U.S. Fourth Circuit Court…
Hacker placed racist message on Maryland electric construction sign
BROOKEVILLE, MD – Officers from the Montgomery County Department of Police’s 4th District station swiftly responded to a hate/bias incident involving an electronic sign board in a construction zone. On Saturday, July…
Construction Worker Stabbed in New Rochelle, Suspect Arrested
NEW ROCHELLE, NY – A physical dispute among two construction workers escalated to a stabbing in New Rochelle last Thursday. At around 11:06 am, a New Rochelle Police Officer noticed an individual…
Construction Worker’s Mistake Leads to $50K Scratch-Off Win
BALTIMORE, MD- A man from Montgomery County recently shared with lottery officials how his usual precision surprisingly played no role in his incredible stroke of luck. While purchasing a scratch-off ticket a…
Developer seeks variance for minor subdivision for construction of duplex in Lakewood
LAKEWOOD, NJ – River Equities, LLC has submitted an application for Minor Subdivision, Conditional Use, and Bulk Variance approval of Lot 8 in Block 420.01, known as 450 River Avenue, to the…