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Santa Fe voters are in for a treat as eight candidates vie for the mayor's seat and nine hopefuls compete for four city council positions. The crowded field is set to provide an exciting campaign with three races utilizing ranked choice voting, a system that allows voters to
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The Discovery Museum, a Grade II listed building in Newcastle, is set to undergo vital repairs with a £3m grant from the Museum Estate and Development Fund (MEND). The funding will be used to repair the roof, address external masonry and window repairs, and ensure the museum's collections
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The much-anticipated expansion of Roundhay Park's concert capacity to nearly 70,000 people has left the city's music enthusiasts abuzz. While the prospect of attracting international superstars and the economic boost it brings is thrilling, concerns about traffic congestion, noise complaints, and the potential impact on
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The recent controversy in St. Catharines city council highlights the long-standing tension between downtown business interests and resident concerns. The downtown association has chastised a councillor for their heritage stance, sparking a heated debate about the priorities of city council. The critics argue that the business community is more focused
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During a recent commute in Toronto, a cycling enthusiast left the author and other drivers uneasy with their aggressive behavior in the Dundas Street bike lane. This incident highlights the concerns surrounding lane-popping cyclists who pop in and out of bike lanes and into traffic without signaling, increasing the risk
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The Coventry City Centre South regeneration project, led by the Hill Group and Coventry City Council, is making significant progress, with demolition of old buildings and construction of new homes and shops underway. The project, valuing £450m, aims to transform the city's landscape by creating pedestrian-friendly areas, new
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Developer Studio Hive has secured planning permission from Bristol City Council to build 434 homes east of Temple Meads, including 63 additional apartments beyond the initial 371 approved homes. Despite concerns over expensive rents and affordability, the plans were approved by the development control B committee with a 7-2 vote.
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Developer Studio Hive has secured planning permission from Bristol City Council to build 434 homes east of Temple Meads, with the tallest building reaching 14 storeys. The plans include split-level apartments, restaurants, bars, and a new footpath along the Feeder Canal. The development has sparked concerns over expensive rents and
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Resident Emma Taylor, who lives on Don Street, expressed her concern over the secrecy surrounding the proposal to house asylum seekers in student halls. "We want to live in a safe neighbourhood, and we would like to know who is going to be here and how it is going
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A revised plan has been submitted for a 57-apartment complex in Lime Street, Newcastle, following the rejection of the original proposal earlier this year. The new application, put forward by By the River Brew Co. co-founder Rob Cameron, aims to address concerns raised by the planning committee and the Planning
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Nottinghamshire County Council has revealed a 3.55% rise in kinship carer payments, citing the government's recommendation. The increase, set for the 2025/26 financial year, is estimated to cost an additional £235,292 compared to 2024/25. This rise aims to address the "level of dissatisfaction&
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Coventry City Council has solidified its position as the lead organization for the Heart of England Music Hub, with the support of a substantial £1.7 million revenue grant from Arts Council England. This year-long funding, spanning the 2025/26 academic year, aims to enhance the delivery of the government&
