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Calls over bridge pressure and air quality in village plans
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (209+ words) Campaigners are urging North Norfolk District Council to examine whether future housebuilding in Hoveton could worsen pressure on Wroxham bridge and local air quality. Their call comes during the council’s Local Plan scoping consultation, which is seeking views on the…...
Virginia's 'Styrofoam' ban reaches every food outlet, from trucks to caterers, on July 1
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (410+ words) As of July 1, consumers in Virginia may notice changes in their takeout orders following expanded regulations that now prohibit most food-serving businesses from using polystyrene containers. According to a report from The Richmonder, Virginia is broadening enforcement of its ban…...
Norfolk and Dominion Energy work with residents to shape streetlight upgrades after nearly a year-long pause
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (48+ words) Yahoo Norfolk's streetlight overhaul has been on hold for nearly a year after city leaders paused the rollout to hear directly from residents about concerns over brightness, glare, and environmental impact....
Virginia Beach has more than 900 lakes and ponds. Caring for them can be a challenge.
4+ mon, 21+ hour ago (687+ words) VIRGINIA BEACH — The city is home to over 900 lakes and ponds, and while scenic, the water can be a source of frustration. Problems can include flooding, trash, erosion or even an influx of mosquitos and snakes, but when homeowners or…...
Norfolk solar farm at former landfill delayed, construction expected early 2027
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (232+ words) A planned solar farm on the former site of the Campostella Landfill is still in the works, with construction slated to begin in the spring of 2027. Norfolk City Council members unanimously approved extending a conditional use permit for a solar…...
Norfolk spotlighting critical drinking water infrastructure during ‘Drinking Water Week’
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (252+ words) NORFOLK, Neb. (KTIV) - During Drinking Water Week, which is May 3 through May 9, the City of Norfolk, Nebraska, is shining a spotlight on critical drinking water infrastructure and highlighting the dedicated workers and community investment required to provide safe and reliable…...
Norfolk in line to receive funding for wastewater treatment plant
4+ mon, 3+ week ago (604+ words) State Sen. Rob Dover of Norfolk recently had a bill passed in the Nebraska Legislature to allocate the funds, which are part of $52 million in Environmental Protection Agency funds left over from the Joe Biden administration that the state was…...
Environmentalist critiques wording of bill to study Virginia’s energy infrastructure
5+ mon, 3+ day ago (877+ words) RICHMOND — Lawmakers this session introduced companion bills to study how the state’s energy infrastructure can be more efficient. These bills come amid growing bipartisan concerns about rising energy costs, greenhouse gas emissions and the use of clean energy. Del. Lee…...
Virginia Beach approves preservation of land near Pleasure House Point
5+ mon, 5+ day ago (552+ words) VIRGINIA BEACH — City Council unanimously approved the acquisition of less than an acre of land near Pleasure House Point Natural Area and Crab Creek, preventing the development of up to 10 duplexes or five single-family homes. The city was awarded two…...
Virginia Beach City Council votes unanimously to purchase and protect Crab Creek land from development
5+ mon, 6+ day ago (339+ words) VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — The Virginia Beach City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to purchase nearly half an acre of land near Crab Creek, protecting the area from future development. The 10-0 vote will allow the city to finalize the purchase of five…...