Posts Tagged ‘construction’
8,100 Housing Units Coming Through Salisbury’s “Here is Home” Program
Home construction is picking up in Salisbury through the city’s “Here is Home” housing program.According to Mayor Jake Day, the incentive-initiative will result in 8,100 new housing units over the next five years. The proposed construction represents a $1.4-billion expansion of Salisbury’s $800-million existing residential base.Single-family and multi-family homes, duplexes, townhouse apartments, condos, and assisted-…
Read MoreVIDEO | What Are Infrastructure Act’s Investments Into Delaware?
The Delaware congressional delegation takes a victory lap of sorts following recent passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. “Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that President Biden signed last week, we will be able to repair the transportation system Americans rely on today – and build a transportation system that empowers Americans to…
Read MoreDel. Construction Industry Makes Naloxone Available To Workers, Supervisors
A partnership between Delaware Public Health and the construction industry has made the overdose-reversing medication Narcan available to construction workers at a University of Delaware construction site in Newark. It may be just the beginning. Construction supervisors are also getting training about overdose, stigma associated with addition, and training in how to use the medication.…
Read MoreRoadwork Continues On Routes 24, 1, 16 In Next Few Weeks
Lane restrictions and temporary detours can be expected this week as the Route 24 project reaches a turning point, while work continues on Route 1 in the Milton area. Also, motorists will face a detour on Route 16 in the Greenwood area starting next week. From DelDOT: DelDOT announces to motorists that the following lane…
Read MoreConstruction “Tops Off” At New Howard T. Ennis School
Construction of the new Howard T. Ennis School has reached a milestone. A ‘topping off’ ceremony was held Wednesday at the construction site. Indian River School District leaders and state officials were joined by students. Many of them signed their name on the last steel beam before it was put into place. Some guests left…
Read MoreDelDOT Hosts Virtual Hearing On Park Ave. Phase 2 Widening Project
Park Avenue / US Route 9 would be widened to accommodate turn lanes and shoulders, under a proposed project that’s being detailed during a virtual public workshop. DelDOT is presenting the Park Avenue Relocation Phase Two workshop today (Wednesday) between 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. To register for the hearing, please CLICK HERE Park Avenue…
Read MoreDel. To Replace Hospital For The Chronically Ill Using ARPA Funds
Delaware plans to build a new State Hospital for the Chronically Ill in Smyrna, utilizing $50-million dollars in American Rescue Plan Act funding. The existing facility first opened in 1932. The Delaware Hospital for the Chronically Ill serves about 100 people who need skilled nursing care. Governor John Carney said construction of a new 72,000-square-foot…
Read MoreMilton Fire Dept. Opens New Expanded Station
The Milton Fire Department formally opened its newly renovated firehouse with a hose-uncoupling ceremony and open house for the public over the weekend. The new facility comes as the department celebrates its 120th anniversary. Firefighters operated out of the Front Street headquarters during construction. For more information about the Milton Fire Department, please CLICK HERE
Read MoreTravel discouraged, but if you go here’s what to know
Marylanders have been urged to stay home for the holidays in an attempt to curtail the spread of COVID-19, but for people who are traveling, the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration joins Governor Larry Hogan in urging that trips be kept to essential purposes only, and that you should bring along face coverings…
Read MorePart Of Bayard Rd. Will Close Starting Monday
A portion of Bayard Road in Frankford will be closing for several weeks as a crossroad pipe is replaced. According to DelDOT, the project is scheduled to begin Monday. Bayard Road will be closed to traffic between Zion Church Road and Evans Road until about December 24th, weather permitting. Residents and businesses will have access…
Read MoreBayhealth Plans Milton-Area Medical Facility
Bayhealth Monday announced plans to expand services in the Milton area with a planned outpatient center to be built at Lewes-Georgetown Highway and Hudson Road. The facility and team are expected to offer additional primary care physicians, specialists, diagnostic services and walk-in-and emergency care at the 18-acre site. The Delaware Health Resources Board has given…
Read MoreMaryland Governor expediting work, closing toll booths at Bay Bridge as traffic nightmare persists
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan is expediting work and closing toll booths at the Bay Bridge in an attempt to complete construction that’s caused a traffic nightmare for commuters, travelers, and residents in parts of Queen Anne’s and Anne Arundel Counties. “I am taking action to demand that every effort be taken to complete this project…
Read MoreConstruction underway on new, $20 million brain injury rehab facility in Lewes
One of the region’s leading development and design/build construction firms, J.G. Petrucci Co., Inc., recently announced that it’s moving forward on a second project for a home and community-based brain injury rehabilitation center in Lewes, Delaware. The project features 78-units for PeachTree Health Group. The full-service, 24-hour assisted living facility, will provide the highest quality…
Read MoreBay Bridge Construction & Backups to Become the Norm for the Duration
Beginning on Monday drivers using the Bay Bridge will find the westbound right lane closed and two way operations on the westbound bridge halted because of the narrower lane configuration. Maryland Transportation warn drivers that major delays in both directions will occur during morning and afternoon rush hour periods. However, the MDTA also has announced…
Read MoreLaurel Man Injured in Construction Accident
A Laurel man is hospitalized after an accident at a home under construction in Bethany Beach Friday afternoon. Delaware State Police say the 62 year old victim was working on the second level of a scaffolding when he fell to the ground. He was flown to Christiana Hospital where he is in critical but stable…
Read MoreGate Change Information at DAFB After Construction Ends on Friday
The Main and North Gate construction projects are scheduled to be completed Friday, July 5th. Several upcoming Installation Entry Gate changes will be made to help facilitate the return to normal gate operations. The purpose of the construction was to upgrade the gate infrastructure to sustain the safety and security of the installation. The Main…
Read MoreDAFB Main Gate Construction Continues until July 6th
Construction at the Main Gate at Dover Air Force Base continues and is now scheduled to be completed by July 6th. The purpose of the construction is to upgrade the gate infrastructure to sustain the safety and security of the installation. From approximately May 6th to July 6th, the Main Gate will be closed to…
Read MoreMDOT Begins Replacement of Route 364 Bridge Near Pocomoke City
The Maryland Department of Transportation has announced the beginning of a project that will replace the Maryland 364 Dividing Creek Bridge at the Somerset-Worcester County line. The project, expected to cost 2.3 million dollars will lead to the closure of the existing bridge and a detour of MD 364 beginning on Thursday, June 13. The…
Read MoreConstruction at DAFB will Affect Main & North Gate Traffic
Construction is starting Monday at Dover Air Force Base that will see gate closures at the Main and North Gates. On Monday the North Gate will be closed to all vehicle and pedestrian traffic through approximately May 5th while permanent curbing is placed. During this time – the Main Gate will be available 24/7 for…
Read MoreUPDATED: 2nd Community Meetings in Milton on Sussex Regional Recharge Facility is Tuesday
UPDATED 1/21/19 – A second community information session will be held Tuesday at the Milton Fire Hall for residents to learn more about the Sussex Regional Recharge Facility which is currently under construction north of town. The facility will recycle treated wastewater through spray irrigation on woodlands and farm crops. The meeting begins at 6pm…
Read MoreBrandywine Zoo Closed Through End of February/Education Building will Remain Open
DNREC’s Division of Parks & Recreation announced today that the Brandywine Zoo in Wilmington is temporarily closed through the end of February while construction and improvement projects are made to the zoo’s campus. The zoo’s education building will remain open to host upcoming programs scheduled throughout January and February. The construction projects, undertaken ahead of…
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