A major new solar farm could be built in countryside to the west of Bath. Developers say the 28.2 hectare (70 acre) site near the village of Burnett could generate enough electricity to power 5,763 homes in the district each year. A statement submitted with the application to Bath and...

'Major' solar farm could be built despite concerns

Campaigners opposed to a 2,500-acre solar farm said they were "shell-shocked" after the plan was approved by the secretary of state for energy. Sunnica's £600m energy farm on the Cambridgeshire-Suffolk border was given the green light on Friday. Opponents say the scheme takes some of the most productive land...

Villagers 'shell-shocked' after solar farm approved

The site at Gate Burton in Lincolnshire was given the go ahead by Energy Secretary Ed Miliband.

Councillor 'disappointed' over solar farm approval

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The Shy Green

Salt Life Beer, a beloved brand synonymous with ocean enthusiasts and craft beer lovers, is facing turbulent times as it files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Known for its crisp and refreshing lager inspired by the sea, Salt Life Beer has become a staple for those who cherish the ocean's allure.

Another famous beer brand is going bankrupt and will file for Chapter 11

Crews were called to the building in Bittern Road West, Southampton, at about 05:00 BST.

More than 80 firefighters tackle garage fire

Appeals against approval of the development in Braddan are dismissed by the environment minister.

Plans for 320 homes and school given green light

Thames Water says many plastic pipes are failing decades earlier than they were designed for.

Number of burst mains 'not normal' - water bosses say

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Tracy Brabin unveils a 15-year plan aiming to build 38,000 new homes in West Yorkshire.

Mayor unveils plan to build 38,000 new homes

California State

The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – Starting July 1, landlords will only be allowed to collect one month’s rent for the security deposit on a rental property. Assembly Bill 12, signed into law last October, says regardless of whether the residential property is unfurnished or furnished, only one month’s rent can be charged in addition to any rent for the first month paid on or before initial occupancy.

Law limiting security deposits goes into effect July 1

The company has been operating at "significant loss for some time" amid declining customers.

Tumble dryer factory could close with 150 jobs at risk

Fire experts say there is no clear plans for how 2,500 visitors and staff would be evacuated.

New battery plant approved despite fire concerns

An application to build a wind farm in the Scottish Borders has been rejected for the third time. Scottish Borders Council previously turned down the eight-turbine Wull Muir scheme near Heriot and an appeal to the Scottish government was also unsuccessful in 2020. Revised plans had been submitted which suggested...

Plans for windfarm rejected for a third time

Heat pumps will need to be installed in the vast majority of Welsh homes to meet climate targets, the Welsh government has said. However, the government's new heat strategy stops short of saying if or when oil and gas boilers will be banned, acknowledging the switch was still "beyond the means" of many.

Most homes will need heat pumps, Welsh government says

Revised plans have been submitted to make changes to a town's port facilities after boat owners criticised the original proposals. Associated British Ports (ABP), the owner and operator of the Port of Ipswich and the Ipswich Beacon Marina, has submitted fresh plans. A scheme, unveiled in 2023, would have seen...

Port could see £2m of changes if approved

Plans to build 120 homes on the edge of a village can go ahead after the developers successfully appealed against a council decision to reject the proposal. Developers, including Bellway Homes, saw their project for land to the east of Ploughley Road in Ambrosden, Oxfordshire, turned down by Cherwell District Council in July 2023.

Developers win appeal to build 120 village homes

Suffolk recycling centre visitors say they have been told to put plastic in with non-recyclables.

Tip users told to 'put recycling with general waste'

New Jersey State

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Morristown Minute

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

Work on the 480-home development named Manthorpe Chase is set to start this summer.

Land acquired for £95m housing development

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Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

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Plans for solar farm set to move forward

The scheme would be the size of 13 football pitches and help the area become carbon neutral by...

Plans for solar farm set to move forward

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