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Flood Tech Gives Eastwick Residents a New Sense of Safety

May 10, 2026

The city has rolled out fresh flood‑sensing tools in Eastwick, a neighborhood that has long battled the unpredictable rise of water along Cobbs Creek. Residents now have real‑time data to help them decide when to move cars, gather important papers or even leave town before a storm hits. The idea b

politics

Washington’s Golf Courses Get a Fresh Start Under New Plan

May 10, 2026

The U. S. capital’s public golf scene is getting a shake-up. Two of Washington, D. C. ’s well-known golf courses—Langston and Rock Creek Park—will now be run by a non-profit group under a long-term lease. The third, East Potomac Golf Links, will stay open for now but will eventually undergo major ch

environment

Turning a Mountain: The Debate Over a New Turnpike Path

May 5, 2026

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission has long talked about moving a heavy traffic route away from an old tunnel that runs through Allegheny Mountain. The plan is to build a new bypass that would cut the highway around the mountain instead of through it. A local group called Citizens to Save the A

environment

Planned burns aim to help Ottawa County parks thrive

April 30, 2026

Ottawa County parks will see controlled fires over three days next month as part of efforts to keep natural areas healthy. Teams will burn small sections at three parks from May 1 to 3, but only if weather conditions cooperate. If winds are too strong or humidity too low, the work gets postponed. Th

business

Smokey Bones Shuts Down in Millcreek After Two Decades

April 29, 2026

A well-known restaurant in Millcreek Township, Pennsylvania, finally closed its doors after serving the community for over twenty years. The restaurant, located near Millcreek Mall on Interchange Road, left a simple but clear message for customers: "WE ARE PERMANENTLY CLOSED. " The shutdown comes af

opinion

Gettysburg’s beavers: a land shaped by nature and history

April 29, 2026

Every year, thousands visit Gettysburg to walk where history was made. The rolling hills and quiet creeks tell stories of soldiers, battles, and choices that shaped a nation. But recently, these stories collided with a different kind of history—one written by beavers and the wetlands they create. T

business

Small shops fear more train shutdowns will break them

April 29, 2026

The G train in Brooklyn is taking another long nap. For ten more weekends through 2026 it will stay parked, plus some overnight weekday snoozes. Local leaders say the MTA keeps launching the same summer track fixes they tried last year and the year before, making the same promises that never seem qu

celebrities

Celebrities Finding a Different Kind of Spotlight in Texas

April 27, 2026

Texas keeps pulling in celebrities tired of the Hollywood grind. Some grew up here and return for simpler living. Others fled the coasts during the pandemic, trading traffic jams for wide-open skies. The reasons vary, but the pattern is clear: after years of fast-paced lifestyles chasing fame or for

health

Spring walks near Rochester: small steps, big health gains

April 27, 2026

Winter finally loosens its grip in western New York, and many locals start to feel cooped up by early spring’s mix of drizzle and slush. Instead of waiting for perfect weather, residents are discovering that even a brief outdoor walk can boost energy, mood, and heart health. Scientists have gathered

politics

How Much Do Top School Officials Really Need to Earn?

April 26, 2026

A Colorado school district made headlines after paying two top leaders salaries that shock many residents. One official earned over $330, 000 per year, while their spouse—a district employee—made nearly $250, 000. For context, those figures are closer to what executives at Fortune 500 companies earn