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Seattle light rail linked to deaths of 2,000 fish in Lake Washington five months after opening
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93-year-old Cleveland bridge closes after analysis finds severe floor-beam deterioration
A Cleveland bridge that opened in 1933 has been closed until further notice after new analysis found more extensive deterioration in its floor beams. The closure comes as the Ohio Department of Transportation was preparing a major rehabilitation project, with construction tentatively planned for 2028. Officials said the decision was made for public safety.
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242 trapped by wildfire; pilots flew into flames to save them
California National Guard crews performed a historic nighttime helicopter rescue during the Creek Fire. They saved 242 people trapped by intense flames and thick smoke. This extraordinary mission utilized night-vision goggles and combat helicopters in a wildfire zone. The daring rescue demonstrated new possibilities for nighttime wildfire aviation response. California has since expanded its nighttime…
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Couple bought 101 acres in 2024; before the sale closed, they planned to preserve it forever
In 2024, Jeff and Betsy Yingling bought 101 acres in Freedom Township, Adams County, Pennsylvania, and soon began considering how to protect the land permanently. After living there and seeing its wildlife, cropland, wooded areas and changing scenery, they decided to place a preservation easement on the property. The easement was finalised in August 2026,…
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In 1984, Lou Dobbs acquired a New Jersey farm and expanded it over four decades
Lou Dobbs is parting with his stunning 283-acre estate, Hickory Hollow, now available for $6 million. This sprawling property, crafted over 40 years, boasts an impressive 11-acre pond alongside equestrian amenities. The main colonial-style residence, complemented by guest accommodations, reflects the late television personality’s vision. With vast expanses, this land holds promise for both residential…
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A 2021 landslide cut Denali’s only road; five years later, a $230M bridge spans the slope
A new bridge now spans the Denali National Park road after a landslide. This $230 million project reconnects the eastern and western road sections. Engineers built a 475-foot steel truss bridge over the unstable moving ground. Hikers and cyclists can now cross the bridge, while bus service resumes in 2027. This marks a long-term solution…
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Colorado ranch listed for $5.9M as development site, bought by conservationists instead
A 674-acre ranch on Colorado’s Pikes Peak was listed for $5.9 million as a potential development site, but Palmer Land Conservancy bought it for conservation instead. The Pinestone Ranch property connects Woodland Park with more than 100,000 acres of public land and could eventually support trails, wildlife habitat and public access as part of wider…
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How discarded Christmas trees are being used to build dunes on a UK beach
Discarded Christmas trees are being used to strengthen the sand dunes at St Annes beach on England’s Fylde Coast. Since the project began in 2013, the trees have helped trap wind-blown sand and expand the dunes. The wider dunes act as a natural sea defence, helping protect nearby homes and businesses from coastal flooding while…
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Four private Michigan islands spanning 520 acres hit the market for $2.3 million
Now on the market for $2.3 million, this exclusive private group of four islands spans 520 acres. It features a beautifully renovated home, essential machinery, two boats, and a dock slip on the mainland. With about 2,000 feet of waterfront along Michigan’s northern border, most of the property is safeguarded by a conservation easement, preserving…
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Built by convicts, Australia’s oldest vehicle bridge was rebuilt from bedrock