The Annual SCSI/Teagasc Agricultural Land Review and Outlook 2025 report This year’s annual survey provides a county-by-county breakdown of the prices of good and poor-quality land The publication serves as a resource for understanding trends in the sale of agricultural land across Ireland and evaluates land values across various counties and provinces in Ireland The results presented below were generated as part of a Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland (SCSI) survey which was conducted on a nationwide basis in February and March 2025 and completed by SCSI members active in farmland sales the average value of non-residential farmland in 2024 was €9,907/ac which is an increase of 7% from €9,297 in 2023 The national average value of good quality land was €13,178/ac with national average poor-quality land reported at €6,636/ac - up 6% from €6,286/ac the report forecasts that farmland values will rise by 6% on average this year Figure 1: Average price per acre of non-residential land less than 50ac With the aim of providing a comprehensive view of average land values the report also presents transactions on the basis of plot size – less than 50ac; between 50ac and 100ac; and over 100ac Table 1 provides national average land values for good or poor-quality land over the three plot size categories Table 1: National average (non-residential) land values per acre – plot size and quality (2024 For further insights, view the full SCSI/Teagasc Agricultural Land Review and Outlook 2025 report here (PDF) '#' : location.hash;window._cf_chl_opt.cOgUQuery = location.search === '' && location.href.slice(0 location.href.length - window._cf_chl_opt.cOgUHash.length).indexOf('?') !== -1 '?' : location.search;if (window.history && window.history.replaceState) {var ogU = location.pathname + window._cf_chl_opt.cOgUQuery + window._cf_chl_opt.cOgUHash;history.replaceState(null "\/liveblog_entry\/5000-acres-of-land-destroyed-in-wildfires-says-kkl\/?__cf_chl_rt_tk=gM4Get5YivcLxXuh9KYEd7Dsv9iRuprvwvH6BILpuN4-1746502457-1.0.1.1-sP3SQ3oCmHYHjY43qvO5VLBmzc.IqHe1.LmcLNEvuZ0" + window._cf_chl_opt.cOgUHash);cpo.onload = function() {history.replaceState(null ogU);}}document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(cpo);}()); Indiana — A massive housing community proposed just north of West Lafayette's city limits saw the green light from the Tippecanoe County commissioners Monday permitting zoning needed for the building of 771 single-family homes and 400 to 500 multi-family units dubbed "Millbrook" by Carmel-based homebuilding group Estridge Homes Stretching between Morehouse and Yeager roads with a portion of land extending east of Yeager the development would extend northward to reach County Road 500 North The homes' values would range between $400,000 and $1 million a lawyer with RTS Law representing Estridge Homes growing families and downsizing empty nesters." The home types within the community would include larger Munden said the developer also plans to build community amenities Commissioners voted unanimously to approve the required rezoning for the development Mundsen said the project will result in proposals for subdivisions within the Millbrook community submitted to the Tippecanoe Area Plan Commission Jillian Ellison is a reporter for the Journal & Courier She can be reached via email at jellison@gannett.com This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page The new tenants of a National Trust Cymru farm in the heart of Eryri (Snowdonia) have been announced after winning the second series of Channel 4’s National Trust: Our Dream Farm with Matt Baker.  secured a 15-year tenancy for a 613-acre (248-hectare) hill farm in the foothills of Wales’ highest mountain Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) in Saturday’s final The eight-part television series followed seven hopeful applicants with a passion for sustainable farming who presented business plans discussed their vision for the farm and experienced life on the National Trust Cymru estate by taking part in real-life farming tasks and experiences selling produce at a market in Portmeirion welcoming tourists to the farm’s holiday lets and more.  They were observed over a three-week filming period by Giles Hunt the National Trust’s Land and Estates Director and the National Trust’s General Manager for Eryri who together selected the successful applicant a nature rich farm comprising lowland fields woodland and mountain pasture and a four-bedroom farmhouse on the shores of Llyn Dinas A two-bedroom annexe and two bothies for welcoming tourists also form part of the tenancy.  The successful applicants in the competitive selection process both come from Welsh farming backgrounds and entered the process together Ioan grew up on his parent’s beef and sheep farm in Boduan while Sara was raised on a family farm at Tal-y-Bont National Trust General Manager for Eryri said: “Ioan and Sara were put through their paces over a three-week period and demonstrated to us how well they understood the role of farming and nature in an environment as special as this The farm is certain to go from strength-to-strength under their careful custodianship He added: “We hope viewers of this series will value finding out more about tenant farming and the vital role farmers play in helping nature thrive in the countryside while running sustainable businesses producing good food We are also incredibly proud to be showcasing Wales' unique culture language and how integral farming is for rural communities here in Wales." Ioan said it had been his dream to one day have his own family farm and he was “very glad” they had won He beamed as they were handed the keys to the farmhouse by Giles and Trystan.  Ioan said: “We’re so glad to have been chosen and can’t wait to build a life here together in this beautiful location Farm tenancies are hard to come by and opportunities like this don’t come up very often and so you have to seize the opportunity when it comes up and go for it like we did.” The couple moved into Llyndy Isaf just before Christmas He added: “We have been busy over the past few months getting to know the farm and landscape settling in and tending to our flock of 65 sheep We are currently in the middle of our first lambing season it’s been great weather which is a massive help for lambing “We are also looking for Welsh black heifers to buy so we can start our own herd “The bothy has also been very busy with guests so far and we hope to open a second bothy by the start of the summer Hopefully they will be successful and get busier and busier as word spreads on social media.”  The pair have opted to live in the annexe for now and instead let the four-bedroom farmhouse as a holiday home “The farmhouse is fully booked this month so it’s going well” keeping all of its natural features and just adding in some beds and other comforts.” Presenter Matt Baker said: “I’m so delighted that Sara and Ioan were awarded the tenancy by the National Trust Over the three weeks they proved to be very at home in the challenging landscape of Eryri and I have no doubt that they’ll be brilliant tenants they're passionate farmers and talented land managers who I'm sure will be an asset to the farm and the Trust I can’t wait to go and stay in their B&B!    He added: “It's been a privilege to produce another series of Our Dream Farm which hopefully has enlightened viewers to the world of tenant farming and the passion and hard work that goes into producing our food and looking after our landscape.” Ioan and Sara have been working with the National Trust and Eryri National Park to discuss creating a small overflow car park for hikers and to open a small campsite on the land in the summer with Ioan proposing at the farm and they hope to wed at Sara’s family farm in Ceredigion in 2026.  They remain in touch with their fellow contestants through a group chat and recently went for Sunday lunch with Ryan and Lowri and Greg said: “We were delighted to work with Big Circus and Channel 4 to have made another series of Our Dream Farm We hope the series increases understanding of the role farmers and land managers play in restoring nature producing food and improving the climate for the whole of the UK “None of this would have been possible without the dedication commitment and huge passion that all the applicants showed for farming.  “Getting into farming is incredibly difficult but every single one of the applicants gave their best to try and secure the tenancy I very much hope that the unsuccessful applicants can take all the learning that they got from the process and apply it to the next tenancy they try to secure “Sara and Ioan were impressive throughout the three-week selection process and I hope that they can now start to enjoy being tenants of their own farm and I look forward to working with them in the years to come.” The first series of Our Dream Farm with Matt Baker aired in 2024 and saw livestock auctioneer Adam Grieve and his wife Jenny secure a 10-year tenancy on a 340-acre farm on the Wallington Estate in Northumberland The couple have been sharing their own experience of life as tenant farmers with Ioan and Sara Registered users only and are accessible via the link at the bottom of the page By taking these embed codes you are agreeing to the terms and conditions Please credit Channel 4 and include transmission details Details: cache-fra-eddf8230055-FRA 1746502466 3683331810 Posted by | May 5, 2025 8:59 am | , Proposed facility includes 410,000 square foot facility with 3,000 seat arena an application has been submitted to the City of Folsom for state of the art sports complex within the Folsom Plan area officially announced submission of their application for Folsom Ranch Sports Complex The approximately 410,000-square-foot facility will be located on a nearly 21-acre site in south Folsom The sports complex will include four components: a 3,000-seat arena with a National Hockey League-size ice sheet and a covered and lit outdoor turf field,” according to the applicant’s plans The facility will be designed to host tournaments and public recreational activities for ice hockey “We’re thrilled to reach this milestone in bringing a much-needed recreational facility to Folsom and the greater Sacramento region,” said Joe Wagoner “The Folsom Ranch Sports Complex will not only fill the regional void for ice sports but also provide flexible spaces for a wide range of indoor and outdoor athletic events from basketball and volleyball to lacrosse and soccer Our vision is to create a venue that strengthens community bonds through sports The sports complex will be able to accommodate multiple configurations for various sports and events The design includes three NHL-size ice sheets which can be divided into nine youth hockey rinks the interior can host up to 24 volleyball courts or 27 youth basketball courts The outdoor area will include approximately 145,000 square feet of space including a 126,000-square-foot covered and lit outdoor turf field the facility will offer approximately 20,000 square feet of medical treatment and office space “We have been eagerly awaiting a formal application for the proposed Folsom Ranch Sports Complex,” said Folsom Mayor Sarah Aquino “A facility of this scale could bring exciting new opportunities for recreation While the concept still needs to go through the city’s thorough review process we appreciate the developer’s investment in Folsom and look forward to learning more as the proposal moves forward.” An early economic impact report projects the sports complex to generate substantial benefits for the city of Folsom including the creation of hundreds of jobs and an estimated annual economic impact of over $23.7 million from retail the facility is projected to serve more than 1.3 million visitors per year “This project is a game-changer not just for tourism but for our entire business community,” said Joe Gagliardi which includes both the Folsom Chamber of Commerce and the Folsom Tourism Bureau “The Folsom Ranch Sports Complex will drive new visitor spending and open doors for local businesses to grow alongside the city’s expanding infrastructure It reflects the kind of visionary development that supports both economic vitality and quality of life for our residents.” Sacramento County is the largest county in the United States without a year-round ice facility and there are no full ice sheets within a 30-minute drive of the project site The sports complex aims to address this gap while supporting the growing popularity of ice sports in California “Our local sports organizations have long advocated for additional high-quality facilities,” said Rich Francis president of the Folsom Athletic Association “The Folsom Ranch Sports Complex will dramatically expand opportunities for our youth and adult athletes alike allowing us to host tournaments and competitions that were previously impossible in our area Our association represents more than 15,000 young athletes and families through Recreational and Competitive teams and this facility will only be a net positive.” The Mettle Shop team has extensive experience in professional and recreational sports including managing and operating venues such as Golden1 Center and Heart Health Park The project application is will now go under review by the City of Folsom No portion of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of the publisher 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Advertise with UsBusiness DirectorySubmit a Press ReleaseBecome a ContributorJobs Nominate your favorite Businesses TODAY! Make sure you get those nominations in before voting begins The Sarasota County Commission is set to approve a $14 million contract to buy Camp Venice RV Resort, a 20.8-acre park on the west bank of the Myakka River just south of Snook Haven this week Funding for the purchase would come from Sarasota County’s Environmentally Sensitive Land Protection Program. Camp Venice has operated for the past four decades as a campground both for recreational vehicles and tent camping 13 independently owned park model modular homes boat ramp and a private wastewater treatment plant 24 to complete an evaluation and closing will be set within 30 days of when the seller delivers written notice that the park models have been removed or until Feb The seller can extend that date until March 31 if all the park models have not been removed What will Sarasota County do with the site?Sarasota County has until Aug Sarasota County will ultimately keep the campgrounds open for public use it will decommission the wastewater treatment plant and hook the camp up to the county's water and sewer system The overall startup project that the commission will be asked to approve includes about $2 million to connect the water and sewer and spruce the place up The site includes about six acres of mesic hammock and riverine habitat along the Wild and Scenic Myakka River Sarasota County owns several parcels along the Myakka River, including Snook Haven, the Sleeping Turtles Preserve to the north, the Jelks Preserve to the south, and the Deer Prairie Creek Preserve – which is opposite the Jelks Preserve – on the east side of the river said via text that Sarasota County has stopped negotiations for a new vendor to operate Snook Haven once the $8.8 million renovation of Snook Haven is complete Sarasota County will seek to operate both Snook Haven and Camp Venice together and will issue a new request for proposals to operate the entire complex Sarasota County has an overall strategic plan to increase access to waterfront land and promote ecotourism as well as nature-based experiences for school children The item is set to come up as part of the commission's items set for routine collective approval on the May 6 agenda – though one of the five commissioners could also ask for specific discussion Show Comments Load More at Eight Acre Wood in Inlet where he was the Forest Ranger for 35 years working in the Moose River Wild Forest Recreation Area and West Canada Lakes Wilderness Area Gary works summers for the Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation The author of a column Daybreak to Twilight in local papers from 1986 to 2019 he now writes his Outdoor Adventures a weekly blog "Adirondack Birding- 60 Great Places to Find Birds." Good luck at this year’s banding station! Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" The Adirondack Almanack is a public forum dedicated to promoting and discussing current events nature and outdoor recreation and other topics of interest to the Adirondacks and its communities We publish commentary and opinion pieces from voluntary contributors as well as news updates and event notices from area organizations Contributors include veteran local writers and outdoor enthusiasts from around the Adirondack region views and opinions expressed by these various authors are not necessarily those of the Adirondack Almanack or its publisher Alabama’s Sipsey Wilderness is now complete thanks to a recent 40-acre addition to the historic wilderness area The completion of the Sipsey Wilderness was announced today by The Conservation Fund the group that led the effort to acquire the last remaining inholding within the Sipsey Wilderness area boundary.  The purchase of the land was made possible by the federally funded Land and Water Conservation Fund The Sipsey Wilderness was established in 1975 when it was signed into law by President Gerald Ford Congress expanded the Sipsey Wilderness and created the Sipsey Fork National Wild and Scenic River The new 40-acre addition is located on Thompson Creek within the Sipsey Wilderness.  Below is a description by The Conservation Fund about why the purchase of this land is significant.  “Local hikers have traversed this parcel via the Thompson Creek Trail for decades under private ownership But despite the handshake agreement that allowed hikers to access the property it could have been closed to the public without notice.  This purchase ensures that it is now part of the Sipsey Wilderness Forest Service as part of the Bankhead National Forest for the good of the American public.”  Longtime Congressman Robert Aderholt added: “The Sipsey Wilderness is one of the most treasured natural areas in Alabama and I am proud that it lies within the Fourth Congressional District Completing the protection of this final piece along Thompson Creek ensures that future generations can continue to enjoy hiking and the incredible natural beauty of this special place.” Along with being one of the most ecologically important and special places in Alabama the Sipsey Wilderness campaign that was launched more than 50 years ago ignited the national Eastern Wilderness movement When the Eastern Wilderness Act was passed in 1975 it not only established the Sipsey Wilderness but it also added 15 wilderness areas in the eastern U.S.  there are between 2- 3 million acres of designated wilderness areas in the East an advocate for the Sipsey Wilderness since the early 1980s noted the historical significance of the completion of the iconic Sipsey Wilderness “I’m thrilled for all the wilderness champions over the years like Mary Burks Ronnie Flippo and others who worked so hard to create this wilderness.  Big conservation wins like the Sipsey Wilderness take vision and tenacity.” All content on this site is Copyright ©  Rushing Waters Media LLC/The Bama Buzz 2020-2025 Privacy Policy Token Communities (TKCM) through its subsidiary ASC Global Inc. hosted a Master Planned Development (MPD) Site Plan Presentation Event in Houston on May 1st showcasing the first-ever APOZ (Asia Pacific Opportunity Zone) Business Park in the U.S The event attracted over 30 guests from across the country to view plans for the 436-acre Phase One project a Staking Ceremony was held at the project site in Chambers County The event marked a significant milestone in the development's progress with board director Xiangru Lin noting positive reception to the layout and architectural details of the MPD project attraverso la sua controllata ASC Global Inc. ha organizzato un evento di presentazione del Master Planned Development (MPD) Site Plan a Houston il 1° maggio 2025 mostrando il primo APOZ (Asia Pacific Opportunity Zone) Business Park negli Stati Uniti L'evento ha attirato oltre 30 ospiti provenienti da tutto il paese per visionare i piani del progetto di Fase Uno di 436 acri si è svolta una Cerimonia di Posa della Prima Pietra nel sito del progetto nella contea di Chambers alla quale hanno partecipato funzionari locali leader della comunità e rappresentanti dei media L'evento ha segnato una tappa importante nel progresso dello sviluppo con il direttore del consiglio Xiangru Lin che ha evidenziato l'accoglienza positiva ricevuta per il layout e i dettagli architettonici del progetto MPD a través de su subsidiaria ASC Global Inc. organizó un evento de presentación del Plan Maestro de Desarrollo (MPD) en Houston el 1 de mayo de 2025 mostrando el primer APOZ (Asia Pacific Opportunity Zone) Business Park en Estados Unidos El evento atrajo a más de 30 invitados de todo el país para conocer los planes del proyecto de la Fase Uno de 436 acres se llevó a cabo una Ceremonia de Colocación de la Primera Piedra en el sitio del proyecto en el condado de Chambers líderes comunitarios y representantes de los medios El evento marcó un hito significativo en el avance del desarrollo con el director del consejo Xiangru Lin destacando la recepción positiva hacia el diseño y los detalles arquitectónicos del proyecto MPD Token Communities (TKCM)는 자회사 ASC Global Inc.를 통해 2025년 5월 1일 휴스턴에서 마스터 플랜 개발(MPD) 부지 계획 발표 행사를 개최하여 미국 최초의 APOZ(아시아 태평양 기회 지대) 비즈니스 파크를 선보였습니다 이 행사에는 전국에서 30명 이상의 손님이 참석하여 휴스턴의 Maxx Designers가 설계한 436에이커 규모 1단계 프로젝트 계획을 관람했습니다 이사회 이사인 Xiangru Lin은 MPD 프로젝트의 배치 및 건축 세부 사항에 대한 긍정적인 반응을 언급했습니다 par le biais de sa filiale ASC Global Inc. a organisé un événement de présentation du plan du site Master Planned Development (MPD) à Houston le 1er mai 2025 présentant le tout premier APOZ (Asia Pacific Opportunity Zone) Business Park aux États-Unis L'événement a attiré plus de 30 invités venus de tout le pays pour découvrir les plans du projet de première phase de 436 acres une cérémonie de pose de la première pierre a eu lieu sur le site du projet dans le comté de Chambers de leaders communautaires et de représentants des médias Cet événement a marqué une étape importante dans l'avancement du développement le directeur du conseil d'administration Xiangru Lin soulignant l'accueil favorable réservé à la disposition et aux détails architecturaux du projet MPD Token Communities (TKCM) veranstaltete über seine Tochtergesellschaft ASC Global Inc Mai 2025 in Houston eine Präsentation des Master Planned Development (MPD) Site Plans und stellte den ersten APOZ (Asia Pacific Opportunity Zone) Business Park in den USA vor Die Veranstaltung zog über 30 Gäste aus dem ganzen Land an die sich die Pläne für das 436 Hektar große Phase-Eins-Projekt anschauen konnten das von Maxx Designers aus Houston entworfen wurde Im Anschluss an die Präsentation fand auf dem Projektgelände im Chambers County eine Grundsteinlegungszeremonie statt Gemeindeführer und Medienvertreter teilnahmen Die Veranstaltung markierte einen bedeutenden Meilenstein im Fortschritt der Entwicklung wobei Vorstandsmitglied Xiangru Lin die positive Resonanz auf das Layout und die architektonischen Details des MPD-Projekts hervorhob Development Plan Presentation and Staking Ceremony were Held on May 1st APOZ Site Plan Design was Presented in Houston HOUSTON, TEXAS / ACCESS Newswire / May 5 a wholly-owned subsidiary of Token Communities (OTC PINK:TKCM) held a MPD (Master Planned Development) Site Plan Presentation Event at the Park House in Houston on May 1st David Champ who is the Chairman and President of the company there are more than 30 invited guests present at the event from New York Virginia and Texas to have the first look of this very first APOZ (Asia Pacific Opportunity Zone) Business Park ever planned in the U.S. Maxx Designers of Houston is the retained designing firm for this 436 acre project (Phase One) Xiangru Lin who is a director of the board added "everybody was pleased and excited about the beautiful layout architectural details and overall design of 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Login please have patience while we stay live during this process Terms of Service Privacy Policy Subscribe to our mailing list to get a weekly local news recap in your Inbox We use cookies to provide you with a great experience and to help our website run effectively The 99 Acres owned by North Wasco County School District is currently used for cattle It also boasts some terrific views and some hilly topography with some interesting benches for vistas in all directions The Dalles, Ore., May 2, 2025 — The North Wasco County School District recently applied to the City of The Dalles to partition 99 acres into two sections with the idea of selling about 60 acres and retaining 40 in the event that a new school is needed in the future It’s not the first time the idea has been floated which is looking to pass a bond for a new high school and has other major infrastructure needs is attempting to secure funds for capital projects and the sale of 60 acres could help depending on how much it can bring The land is inside the City’s Urban Growth Boundary and is designated as rural residential the price would remain fairly low if kept in agricultural use - $300,000 conservatively but as a subdivision development lots in that scenic section of The Dalles could go for a pretty penny Here is an overview of the land D21 has asked to partition into two lots - one of about 59.87 acres and the other 39.25 acres - see below Here is the map of the new proposed partitions The smaller piece of land on the left would be kept by the district and the piece on the right could be sold If 33 percent of the hilly property had to be used for infrastructure including streets that would still leave about 40 acres for development there would be 200 lots and if they could be sold at around $70,000 a piece the development could bring $14 million on the land alone There is also money to be earned on home construction which brings 20 percent of the home cost say about $16 million on $400,000 homes that a fair amount of money could be earned on such a subdivision over time but the School District is not in the business of building subdivisions and selling homes Is there a partnership out there that could benefit the district as well as a developer And could that help defray the cost of a new high school bond which came in at $140 million in the November 2023 election Looking over the District Property just above the Oregon Veterans Home Is it just better for the district to retain the property for future development they aren’t making more land and this particular piece could be a strategic location in the next 50 to 100 years There’s also another major question - likely the lynch pin to any kind of housing development access to Columbia View Heights has been difficult as residents have to drive on steep Hwy which has fast moving traffic headed to Washington or Bend via The Dalles Bridge Residents on the Heights have to use the highway to leave the neighborhood and it has been described by many as dangerous It lacks on- and off-ramps to provide safe entry or exit Here is a view of the access road off of Highway 197 into Auction Sales Co The School district contemplated the sale of the property about 15 years ago He was approached about his access off Highway 197 The access point created in 1959 is good for “livestock trucks and traffic and it would fit them well,” he said “I don’t know if I am interested or not,” he said It’s hard to find a bad view on this piece of land “They tried to develop it once before and they had a real problem,” he said “Even the Highway Department tried to put an entry off 197 and it was too difficult and it still is today But that does not mean it is impossible.” Webb noted that the orchard to the south is outside the Urban Growth Bounday and is in the Columbia Gorge Scenic Area He said the commission killed plans to put a road through the orchard some years ago “I still got an auction company to work there I have to go get another site and get it approved to continue to do an auction and that might be a real problem.” “But you never know when someone comes up with a good idea to make it all fit.” With the need for housing in The Dalles - some estimate a lack of 500 housing units currently - it may be that the timing is right and the political will exists to push forward on such a project 12th Street bordered by Richmond Street to the east was approved in 2021 and has not broken ground The project with 6.92 acres is for sale for $1.7 million A 78-unit project of apartments and townhouses in the Lone Pine subdivision has also idled after it was approved in February 2024 as the developers are waiting on favorable interest rates The Basalt Commons on the former site of Griffith Motors across from Sawyers Hardware in downtown The Dalles with 114 apartments has also yet to begin And the latest subdivision — a 29-home subdivision on East 21st Street has been slowed by a recent appeal by neighbors Lead Editor here at Columbia Community Connection Get local news updates from the Mid-Columbia region in your inbox Columbia Community Connection was established in 2020 as a local honest and digital news source providing meaningful stories and articles CCC News’ primary goal is to inform and elevate all the residents and businesses of the Mid-Columbia Region Contact us: News@columbiacommunityconnection.com - Tel: (541) 980 - 2756 Powered by Immense Imagery Columbia Community Connection409 Lincoln St,The Dalles Privacy Policy Terms of Service the Southern Peripheral Road (SPR) has quickly turned into one of the hottest real estate zones in Delhi NCR witnessing a six-fold jump according to PropEquity data the region recorded the absorption of 10,240 units a steep rise from the 1,535 units sold during 2015 to 2019 The number of new launches on SPR has also increased to keep up with the growing demand an integrated township across Sectors 76 and 77 in Gurugram The project is branded as DLF Privana will carry forward DLF’s legacy of premium living established by its earlier developments in DLF5 Spanning 116 acres along the Southern Peripheral Road (SPR) and resilience and feature residential and retail developments The township will have tree-lined boulevards and pedestrian-friendly planning with dedicated jogging and cycling tracks DLF is incorporating forward-thinking infrastructure with 84-metre-wide sector roads which include 12-metre covered pedestrian walkways to encourage walkability and a healthier lifestyle All buildings within the township will comply with the latest building codes ensuring enhanced safety and long-term sustainability In keeping with its green development ethos the township will utilise recycled water irrigation systems for landscaping helping maintain groundwater levels and reducing environmental impact A robust security framework comprising 24/7 CCTV surveillance and rapid response teams is also being integrated across the project DLF has already launched Privana South and Privana North projects Both projects were sold out within days of their launch these two phases generated a topline exceeding Rs 12,790 crore DLF plans to launch its third project in this township "DLF 6 or DLF Privana will be one of the most integrated and futuristic townships of Gurugram Given the attention to detail in its planning and compliance with the latest safety norms DLF Privana South and DLF Privana West have received very good feedback being completely sold out even before launch this upcoming project will be a very good opportunity for both buyers and investors offering connectivity to Dwarka Expressway and NH8." With its proven expertise in developing integrated neighbourhoods DLF is expected to transform this location significantly the company has also developed a similar township in Moti Nagar This development comprises a range of premium to luxury projects with the latest offering being DLF One Midtown Mansha Group share the factors how women homebuyers are claiming their space in the market with confidence an exchange4media group publication is one of the most respected real estate magazines in India with offices in Delhi tripti@exchange4media.comrealtyplus@exchange4media.com "\/liveblog_entry\/one-person-seriously-inured-as-car-explodes-in-acre\/?__cf_chl_rt_tk=HqttHw_kHpmsj78d9hAVlS8pnNav2B1AZ_viGVa6rOY-1746502535-1.0.1.1-wjNqWthRMSHpksbq_7ca.LRyV111.DmDuTZyEVqKlCM" + window._cf_chl_opt.cOgUHash);cpo.onload = function() {history.replaceState(null The Chinese retail chain is known for its collaboration with brands such as Coca Cola Affordable high quality: guides our decisions from design to materials Joy: the response our customers experience while in our stores Lighthearted: the relaxed and happy feeling when encountering the large variety of goods available," according to its website Part of the roughly 2,700-acre Bobcat Crossing Ranch north of Eldorado Advocates argue the space would allow the county to expand recreational opportunities close to the city; others see it as possible housing Email notifications are only sent once a day Santa Fe County commissioners narrowly agreed Tuesday to move forward with buying about 2,700 acres of open space north of Eldorado in a corridor that has seen a spike in residential development in recent years The five-member board voted 3-2 to buy the Bobcat Crossing Ranch for $3.7 million as advocates argue the space would allow the county to expand recreational opportunities close to the city Trails and Parks Advisory Committee recommends the county use the property as a preserve and open and recreational space Commissioners Lisa Cacari Stone and Justin Greene both aired concerns about the county committing the money outside of regular budget deliberations Green also noted the property is near Eldorado widely viewed as one of the wealthiest and well-served communities in the county “This is a neighborhood of privilege,” said Greene who sought to delay the purchase to allow for it to be considered alongside the county’s other capital priorities as part of the budget process we’ve excluded the opportunity for parity across the region and the county,” said Cacari Stone referring to how the city of Santa Fe has sought to be conservative in its upcoming budget due to uncertainty for local governments amid the Trump administration’s efforts to slash spending and reshape the federal government Greene indicated he would support directing county staff to investigate possibly using 600 acres of the 2,700-acre property for housing “small-scale commercial” and “community amenities.” However none of the other commissioners spoke in support of this and nothing related to housing was made part of the resolution the commissioners adopted “If this thing is costing us $5 [million to] $6 million referring to the purchase price plus future expenses “Maybe we can figure out a way to build some housing in there .. and mitigate that a little bit and make it cost us less.” Commissioners Adam Fulton Johnson and Hank Hughes sponsored the resolution The property is in both of their districts and they argued it would add considerable value in terms of recreational opportunity and waiting until after the budget process plays out could mean another buyer could beat the county to the purchase even if this is very close to the budget cycle what’s happening in this instance could happen in any number of instances where open space comes on the market and the county has the reserves to acquire it but needs to act fast,” Johnson said is the “largest undeveloped tract” between Eldorado and Santa Fe The property also contains what is called Chamisa Locita one of the Galisteo Basin’s historic pueblo sites which is said to contain “archaeological resources of high value.” The resolution contains language directing county staff to seek input on the ranch from stakeholders particularly the relevant Indigenous and “ancestral” communities The views offered from the site include the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains to the east and rolling flatlands fanning out toward the west the space could support new trail systems and other recreational opportunities which owns the ranch and is also behind the controversial proposed Rancho Viejo Solar project near Eldorado Open space land deals in the Santa Fe area have not always been without strife The Bobcat Crossing proposal follows controversy over a 22-acre South Meadows Road property the county bought in 2001 after voters approved bonds for open space and parks the county sold South Meadows to Homewise Inc sparking pushback from neighbors who had long used the area as a recreational space language in the resolution from Hughes and Johnson states if the commission aims to alter the use of the ranch the board would hold two public hearings to allow for public input prior to any changes “That I put in exactly to avoid what happened with the South Meadows properties,” Hughes said the resolution does allow for the possibility of revisiting the prospect of housing or development on portions of the property “later on.” Santa Fe County could purchase 2,700 acres of open space in a scenic corridor to preserve open space and add to its trail system The Clean Energy Coalition says it hopes to file an appeal with Santa Fe County  Rancho Viejo Solar got an overwhelming OK from Santa Fe County planning commissioners Tuesda… Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device Account processing issue - the email address may 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instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the email address listed on your account Gensler has completed its retrofit of The Acre a landmark office building in Covent Garden originally designed by modernist architect Richard Seifert in the 1970s the practice has reconfigured the 260,000 square foot structure – previously a bank – to create a welcoming all-electric workplace that prioritises sustainability More than 80 per cent of the original frame has been retained the building now offers generous public realm and retail amenities supporting both tenants and the surrounding community Central to the scheme is ‘The Heart’ – a seven-storey glazed atrium that introduces 20,000 square feet of new amenity and gathering space including an avenue of shops and restaurants as well as a hospitality-style reception fronting Long Acre the building has been opened up through new entrances and a reimagined façade The retained concrete exterior is contrasted with a softer interior palette and enhanced by biophilic design touches – including timber seating and landscaped terraces that overlook the surrounding cityscape with 900 openable windows integrated into the envelope as part of a passive ventilation strategy New floorplates – the largest in Covent Garden – were achieved by adding two infill blocks that unify the building’s massing offering space to unwind or collaborate in the open air Blue roofs have also been added help to harvest rainwater Gensler’s approach focused on creating a joyful with generous zones for both concentration and collaboration A mixed-mode ventilation system allows for user control while Artus fan coil units support efficient heating and cooling The Acre’s retrofit has resulted in a building that is net-zero in operation powered entirely by renewable electricity and energy efficiency measures have reduced operational energy use by more than 70 per cent “Design has the power to transform communities and The Acre exemplifies this vision by restoring the relationship between the iconic building and its context,” said Valeria Segovia “Its transformation is about reinvention and connecting the past with the future to create a relevant The Acre stands as a landmark that will enhance the vibrant energy of the area inclusive and welcoming space for the public The British Standards Institution committed to occupying the top two floors citing The Acre’s environmental performance as a key factor the development promotes a culture of active and inclusive use The Acre has taken on its own identity as a new landmark in Covent Garden Located in the centre of one of London’s most exciting neighbourhoods it is now part of a tapestry of existing culture energy and connectivity that is increasingly drawing occupiers to the West End,” said James Myburgh this project demonstrates the potential for strategic and sustainable reuse of buildings in a way that responds intelligently to occupier demand we look forward to welcoming our occupiers and retailers to their new home over the coming months and opening The Acre up to the wider community to enjoy.” © Built Environment and Architecture Media Ltd 2025 We use cookies and other tracking technologies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website analyse your use of our products and services assist with our promotional and marketing efforts These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies but some parts of the site may not work then These cookies allow the provision of enhance functionality and personalisation They may be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages then some or all of these functionalities may not function properly These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can 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highway commercial development from the board's May 8 meeting agenda "The applicant has tabled his request until next month," said County Planning and Zoning Director Shawn Ward Ward said the 4.9 acre easement in question had been identified as a road on county zoning maps and a former owner had wanted the land vacated at that time the District 5 county commissioner representing the Gulf Breeze area called upon fellow board members to support a resolution to establish a permanent conservation easement on the property He received unanimous support to do so with one commissioner absent from the meeting The resolution codifying the easement states that the county "shall prohibit the construction of any structure intended for residential or commercial use." "Any use of the subject property shall be limited to those that protect the environmental integrity of the subject property," it said Ward said paperwork generated through the creation of the easement seemed to indicate Lynchard had determined the vacated parcel to be a wetlands area that the county would be unable to do anything with and had therefore decided to create the easement Santa Rosa County Property Appraiser records show purchased the conservation easement property in April of 2024 for $100 despite it being clearly labeled on the agency's website as such He also bought two other parcels the same month all in the 6100 block of Gulf Breeze Parkway Beckie Cato who was to represent Coots at the Zoning Board meeting said May 2 the existence of the perpetual conservation easement "had just come to light in the last week." "That's the reason for the delay," she said "The county attorney contacted us and we agreed it would be better if we wait for a month." Cato declined to provide contact information for Coots Coots purchased the land protected by the conservation easement from David May In correspondence between Ward and Pavelick Ward responded to a question about whether a seller would be required to inform a buyer of the perpetual conservation easement "But a title search would identify the conservation easement (and) the Property Appraiser’s Office identifies it as a conservation easement as well A potential buyer would hopefully do their due diligence to identify any wetlands or potential stormwater issues." Last year the Zoning Board approved without objection a request from Coots to rezone land on the 6200 block of Gulf Breeze Parkway for highway commercial development His application for the pending rezoning notes that a previous rezoning "straightened out the southern boundary of an area now zoned for highway commercial development." The developer later decided that extending the area zoned commercial down to an existing wetland barrier would be "more amenable for cohesive development" and remove a small area of land zoned residential it would impact the northern 653 feet of three individual parcels and add approximately 3 acres to the existing highway commercial development zoning A wetlands assessment report conducted by Wetland Sciences Incorporated on behalf of the developer states that more than half of the parcel reviewed is comprised of wetlands but makes no mention of the existence of the perpetual conservation easement "the actual area proposed for rezoning to highway commercial development is predominantly upland." "The adjacent wetlands will be protected as required by the county Florida Department of Environmental Protection and U.S Army Corps of Engineers," the application states the senior scientist who signed off on the wetlands report did not return a phone call seeking comment just because it says perpetuity doesn't mean it's permanent," he said Pavelik said she wants to see the entire 4.9 acres protected under the easement remain free from development "I'm not sure how much they wanted to rezone but once you start cutting into it who knows what will happen?" she said "If it's a conservation easement that means there's wildlife on it the world’s largest and most biodiverse river system spans nine countries and plays a critical role in supporting ecosystems and conflict mitigation requires coordinated Photo by Marco Alvarez  This project will generate key insights and practical recommendations to strengthen transboundary water governance in the Acre Trinational River Basin. The main outputs include:  These outputs will contribute to improved institutional coordination, climate-informed decision-making, and long-term sustainability in the Amazon Basin. This project is funded by the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA) through the Stockholm Environment Institute’s Global Research Committee.  Get the latest updates and invitations to your inbox with SEI’s global newsletter. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. The house and outbuildings on 51.5 acres of land at Knockaunbrack, Listowel, Co Kerry. a 51-acre holding is new to the market with Listowel-based auctioneers Horgan Properties The property contains a quality dwelling and the lands themselves have somewhat limited usage but which bring in income from a number of schemes for which the lands qualify This impressive array of schemes is testament to the conservation efforts of the previous owner and include the Biss (basic income support for farming sustainability) Criss (complimentary redistributive income support for sustainability) ANC (areas of natural constraints) and Echo schemes (support for contribution to EU environmental and climate goals) “The previous owner built it a number of years ago and extended over time,” says selling agent Mary Horgan In times when biodiversity is seen as becoming more and more vital to the health of our country and beyond such holdings are becoming increasingly attractive for any number of clients The guide price is a very reasonable €495,000 From as little as €1 a week with our digital introductory offer Already a subscriber? Sign in more farming - property articles The number of organic suckler herds has doubled over the last three years Keep up-to-date with all the latest developments in Farming with our weekly newsletter The interactive version of the crossword that appears in Thursday’s Farming supplement Sign up to the best reads of the week from irishexaminer.com selected just for you to reflect new information about the wildfire's containment The Stronghold Fire in Cochise County near Sunsites-Pearce is 54% contained Personnel continue to patrol the north and east sides of the fire checking for smoke or potential threats that may fuel the fire ahead of this weekend’s critical fire weather forecast Residents along Ironwood Road and west of Cochise Stronghold Road who evacuated may go back but they are advised to prepare to leave if needed A wildfire is burning in Cochise County near Sunsites-Pearce about 16 miles south of Cochise and 21 miles east of Benson The Stronghold Fire started Monday morning and has grown to over 2,138 acres Crews are working to stop the fire’s spread but steep terrain and heavy brush are making access tough “The eastern flank is the most active as it burns through heavy fuel consisting of grass and brush components within Grapevine Canyon,” an incident overview reads Hotshot crews are removing vegetation that could fuel the fire with air support on standby personnel are working to create a contingency line–a safety net if the fire goes beyond its main area and 6 water tenders are assigned to the incident large air tankers and very large air tankers are available as needed The Cochise County Sheriff’s Office has notified residents north of Middle March Road and south of West Eastland Street to prepare for evacuation Evacuation orders remain in place for 25 homes If you reside west of Cochise Stronghold Road and south of Ironwood Road the county sheriff’s office is directing you to leave The Stronghold Canyon area campgrounds and trailheads are closed a dirt driveway leads to a metal gate on the way to the Boozer-Garrett 300-acre homestead Coyote skulls sit atop gateposts along the driveway Plowed under citrus groves lie to the east and west along the way to another gate separating Sharron Garrett’s home from a herd of cattle the home of David and Sharon Garrett is camouflaged by exotic trees and flanked by greenhouses full of flowering orchids And not a car nor truck motor can be heard Sharon Garrett’s way of life on the family’s multi-generational agricultural land near Haines City is under threat from at least two proposed routes for a new toll road that could bifurcate the Boozer-Garrett land for a stretch of the Central Polk Parkway East During a visit to the nearly 300 acres on April 11 by a Ledger reporter Sharon Garrett had a map of four proposed routes laid out on a banquet table in one of the houses on the property she explained her and her husband's worries since the Florida Turnpike Enterprise publicly unveiled the proposed parkway routes in January “When they tell you there are four alternatives there are not four alternatives,” she said Route A would be a very costly route for toll road construction because the land along that possible segment has recently been developed for homes and subdivisions And route D is a wooded area with towering powerlines and the route would run too close to conservation land which converge north of Dundee and travel over the Garretts' property their house and their acres of soon-to-be replanted citrus groves Either of those alphabetized routes would potentially result in the taking of a sizable ribbon of their property goes behind Sand and Silica and comes out onto a two-lane stretch of U.S Then the route goes another 3 miles to Ronald Regan Parkway to get to Poinciana Parkway Sharon Garrett has not given up her fight to keep bulldozers away from what she considers one of the only remaining little bits of paradise in Polk County's northeast Her last in-person meeting with the state agency planning the parkway on April 17 did not go well "They are coming over both houses (hers and her mother's) and up the middle," she said "They do not care even though they say they do."  This was not the first time she has met with the state transportation agency She met with them in January 2024 and then again at the alternative corridor evaluation meeting I was told my wanting to talk about routes was premature," she said The Turnpike Enterprise held a virtual meeting to roll out the four potential routes on Jan which fell within a previously released study area a swath of land stretching from west of Lake Wales toward U.S Fast forward: The Turnpike Enterprise will hold informational meetings May 5 and May 7 for the Alternative Corridor Evaluation of the Central Polk Parkway East The Turnpike Enterprise did not respond to phone messages left by a reporter requesting an interview for this report "They want to go this way to connect to the (Toll Road) 429 even though they will bring a road down from the ChampionsGate area near the (County Road) 532 to the Poinciana Parkway/538 at Ronald Reagan They do not want to co-locate along the Cypress Parkway to the east to the Poinciana Parkway/538 at Solivita Boulevard But it does not appear among the four routes proposed another toll road is in the early planning stages that would run from the Florida Turnpike under Lake Toho thru Poinciana to the 538/Poinciana Parkway toll road So if they were to take the route she prefers traffic could go to the turnpike from Haines City But the reluctance she has met brings out the frustration in her voice "They would rather build seven new miles of road versus four miles along the Cypress Parkway because they say my route would be too far east and not have enough trips," Garrett said Recently she recalled a car ride that way to Loughman for a plant sale with very light traffic And friends also use that way to avoid traffic congestion and now there are apartment buildings all along it and at Avalon Road The other reason they did not like the Garretts' route is it would "co-locate through a conservation area," Garrett said the conservation area has already been damaged by the Cypress Parkway Citing a veterinarian friend for the observation she said the Florida Department of Transportation is not solving the problem of congestion it is just moving traffic over 3 miles and dumping it into an already existing parking lot ― Interstate 4 "I live in the Last Little Bit of Paradise ...," her letter began "My dad bought the homeplace after WWII with his combat pay as a P-51 pilot my husband & I live on the east side and my brother lives on the north side "Over the years acreage was added by 2 family corporations Our land backs up to conservation land on the east "I have lived on this land since 1951 (73 years & my husband has lived here for 54 yrs) hunts coyotes and feeds the rest of the animals there was an eagle sitting on the bridge railing We also commercially grow orchids in 2 large double bay greenhouses." she wrote; "We have resisted selling out to developers." David Garrett summed up his predicament in a more serious vein A short haul out to the west from the city and suburbs it comes complete with a putting green for golf fun and a stable block The current owners bought here back in 2003 but what they bought isn’t what you see now: what was possibly a 1980s era home was largely removed and replaced with a far larger five-bed home with all of the current accommodation on the one level with little other than some of the original walls kept it’s now downsize time for the family with two sons at the late teens/college going years and as one’s now a car driver “we’ll even throw a pony into the sale,” the owners joke West Acre is just listed this week with agent Sean McCarthy with a €950,000 AMV which is based not only on the demand for the area — always popular with affluent buyers in tech and medics due to proximity to CUH as well as to third level colleges and Ballincollig — but also due to is scale and quality The redesign was commissioned pretty much after the purchase 22 years ago with the services of Kinsale-based architect Richard Rainey drafted in and it more than doubled the original size with a sort of staggered front to back geometric floor plan a bit like the letter Z as well as having a slight internal split level and lots of patios sections with different aspects for various times of the day The main living and day rooms are at one end off and around an L-shaped entry hall with overhead Veluxes along with an extensively book-shelved study gym with glazed external access door/bedrooms six and plant room and with large kitchen/dining room with Siematic units A walnut floored living room by the kitchen/diner shares a chimney with the kitchen for a back-to-back fireplace with stove and has patio access A separate sitting room diagonally across the expansive hall has twin corner windows either side of a large chimneypiece with open fire and the owners say their home has always been a great party house and outdoors in kinder weather and summer months This home’s rear section has three of its five/six bedrooms en suite two with dressing rooms (depending on bed/gym usage) with the furthermost one also having a dressing room making for an attractive main suite retreat décor and presentation are excellent (underfloor heating American walnut flooring etc) as befits a home with a price guide at this sort of ‘just shy of €1m’ level (see also following p10/11 Waterfall home feature,) and as good as the internal quality are the landscaped gardens and grounds paths and circular drive inside stone entrance pillars KARK – A large data center is reportedly planned for the Port of Little Rock According to a Tuesday article on the Talk Business and Politics website the Port of Little Rock board of directors agreed in a special-called meeting to sell 400 acres of land “to an unnamed economic prospect.” The land is adjacent to a 107-acre plot recently acquired by Amazon for a distribution center at the port TB&P reported that Little Rock Chamber of Commerce CEO Jay Chesshir told board members that details remained to be worked out before the identity of the 400-acre purchaser could be revealed adding he expected the purchaser to be revealed in 60 to 90 days Later on Tuesday, the Little Rock city government’s website posted a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) showing that the 400 acres are for a 300,000 square foot data center in an agreement with Willowbend Capital LLC Willowbend is evaluating the port site the MOU states The MOU also states that the center is expected to provide 50 “high-quality jobs,” and $1 billion will be spent on constructing and equipping the building the city is waiving water and sewer franchise fees and lowering the electric franchise fee to 0.25% the center will pay the city $300,000 annually as a city enrichment investment The company will also pay for the infrastructure improvements needed to support the site North America is currently seeing a surge in data center construction. Experts point to the growing need as demand for AI and digital services increases.  these are the actual most popular baby names so far in 2025 Whether it’s a short vacation or they’re jetting off to begin their career show the future traveler you care with a meaningful graduation gift National Teacher Appreciation Week begins May 5 take advantage of these freebies and deals by Jeff Schrock Ohio (WKEF) -- A renowned firm with a 40-year legacy in the construction business has plans for the former YWCA Dayton off Timbercrest Drive The Montgomery County ADAMHS Board of Trustees voted last month to approve the sale of a 19-acre medical campus with multiple buildings to the auction’s highest bidder The bidders intend to deed the property to Kentucky based firm "We often look for properties of this nature "This particular property in Huber Heights was just undervalued in our opinion Baker says they’re considering several uses for the property from a mobile disability rehab center to residential living They're working hand in hand with Montgomery County to decide the most beneficial program for the community "From a Contentric standpoint were open One case that has been considered is a senior living community," Baker said Montgomery County Executive Director Helen Jones Kelley says they were adamant about finding the right community partner to purchase this property and took the necessary steps to make that happen "This sale will allow us to add crucial dollars to our behavioral health system’s bottom line I truly believe those dollars will save lives in our community," said Kelley Baker says landscaping and cleanup will start right away and will see a difference in the next few weeks The firm aims to push design and approvals over the next 90 days Baker says depending on permit requirements and if they're able to expedite the process tenants could be on the property by Spring 2026 or sooner TribLIVE's Daily and Weekly email newsletters deliver the news you want and information you need McCandless Council approved a combined purchase of 17 acres from property adjacent to Potter Park for $475,000 at its April 28 meeting creating one of the largest town-owned properties currently sits at approximately 11 acres but will be expanded with the acquisition of the additional acreage from nearby property owner Janet L will create a nearly 30-acre plot of contiguous green space It is one of the largest acquisitions of town-owned land since 1976 when the adjacent Potter Park property was donated “I think this is an incredible once-in-a-lifetime opportunity we have to double the size of the park to preserve green space in our town,” said Nicholas Giorgetti “It’s something that we heard our residents say a lot of and it’s something I’m excited that we are finally doing it tonight.” chair of the McCandless Environmental Advisory Committee said the group studied the acquisition and property and is in favor of additional acreage to expand Potter Park The EAC identified 20 town-owned passive recreational properties that include about 192 acres of green space 17 acres of green space will be added to that inventory and will connect to Potter Park making it the second largest park in the town after Wall Park “This acquisition of land is a vital investment in our community’s future This space will foster recreation and environmental stewardship ensuring all residents have access to a safe vibrant area for generations to come,” council President Jason Singer said Potter Park has no paved surfaces or facilities and features a pond and two walking trails according to the town’s online description Council has made it a priority to expand access of park and recreation lands for residents and the acquisition will be a key component The purchase of the parcel comes as the town is undergoing a Comprehensive Parks Plan to develop master site plans for its current parks and green spaces and analyze existing and future connections a Pittsburgh-based landscape planning firm to develop the plans for the five community parks The next public input meeting as part of the current Comprehensive Parks Plan process will be from 6 to 8:30 p.m Pashek+MTR will give recommendations and guidance on how to best utilize this property as a recreation space for residents Council member Joe Wall said McCandless is almost out of land “Obtaining this land gives us flexibility over the long haul” and “will positively impact our community positively over the next 100 years,” he said Several residents commented on the acquisition who thought it was a good opportunity and feared that if McCandless does not buy the property like other property owners who commented at the meeting “I would like to know more of the details I think it’s a bargain for that much space I think it would be a good thing to preserve,” Kuntz said Irene Caliendo of Castle Lane said there were too many unanswered questions and not enough sufficient information to the public including whether the purchase price is fair She thought the council members should table the decision until more is found out and shared with the public “I do not know if this is a good or bad idea,” said Caliendo adding a decision should wait for the results of the community survey currently underway he said he also “would just like more details.” In response to recent email inquiries on the potential purchase town Manager John Schwend said the $475,000 would come from the town’s reserve fund and taxes would not have to be raised to purchase the property “The purchase is to purchase this blank canvas We don’t know what we’re going to do there yet,” Schwend said The parks and recreation plan currently in place will help determine its purpose Schwend liked the idea of getting neighbors involved Schwend said town officials are looking into a right-of-way agreement to the park as there is a public road that touches this new land Two public meetings and two public comment opportunities on the potential purchase were held council member Patricia Cloonan said more green space in McCandless could increase property values We need it to move with an expedience to make that happen and I’m in support of this,” Cloonan said Added council member Don Hart: “This is really an easy choice — either a development with a lot of big houses or it’s going to be an open space or a green space Natalie Beneviat is a Trib Total Media contributing writer Stay up-to-date on important news from TribLIVE 1-800-909-8742 © 2025 Trib Total Media | All Rights Reserved About Us Advertise Career Opportunities Contact Advertising Contact Circulation Contact Newsroom Contact Us Feedback Request Correction Resource Center Scholarship Opportunities Send Letter to the Editor Send News Tip Subscribe Subscriber Services Blog eFeatures Email Newsletters eTrib Facebook Home Delivery Instagram LinkedIn Marketing Minute Store Locations TribLIVE App - App Store TribLIVE App - Google Play X (formerly Twitter) Arts & Entertainment Best of the Best Business Directory Circulars Contests Coronavirus Lifestyles Local News YaJagOff Obituaries Opinion Our Publications Photos Real Estate Sports Video Weather Cookie Settings Privacy Policy Terms of Service Picture suppliedLocarno is 2940 hectares (7265 acres) of country that is well suited to both sheep and cattle and has the potential for forage cropping All articles from our website & appThe digital version of This Week's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other agricultural news sites in your areaContinueSituated on Wyaga Road 55km north east of Goondiwindi and 176km south west of Toowoomba the property comprises a good mix of fertile brigalow country running into some lighter red loam country with small intrusions of sandy ridges Large areas of Locarno have been previously cultivated Picture suppliedLarge areas of Locarno have been previously cultivated About 90 per cent of the property is shown as having a category X non-remnant status on Queensland Government PMAV mapping Picture suppliedWater is supplied by nine dams to most paddocks There is also an equipped bore that services a tank which is connected to four troughs plus the house and yard Picture suppliedImprovements include a machinery shed two bathroom homestead has an an enclosed outdoor entertaining area and an attached double carport Picture suppliedMarketing agent Tim Gleeson said Locarno had provided an incredible level of profitability to its owners for the past 70 years time stands still for no man and the hard decision to sell has been made," Mr Gleeson said Improvements include a four bedroom homestead Picture supplied"If you are looking for a diverse cattle or sheep grazing property in a central location you need to consider inspecting Locarno." Today's top stories curated by our news team Our twice weekly wrap of the latest in rural property sales Our twice weekly wrap of the big news in the red meat sector Industry news from Australia's dairy sector The week's top stories curated by our news team A major mixed-use development is set to transform a stretch of Laurens Road in Greenville unveiled plans for the Bolden Street District in a press announcement on April 30 The 90-acre redevelopment between Laurens Road and the Swamp Rabbit Trail includes a mix of residences The development is a partnership between Verdae Development — a subsidiary of Hollingsworth Funds came from a desire to create a vibrant and inclusive community space within the Verdae area Hollingsworth Funds chief executive officer "We envisioned a walkable district that reflects the roots of Greenville and provides opportunities for connection," Klausner said and with that growth comes a responsibility to be intentional and purposeful about how our development supports Greenville’s larger goals The Bolden Street District addresses real needs for mobility More: 'Left in the dark': Tiru Chabba's family asks for answers in wake of his death Here are some of the details Bolden Street District LEVERETT — Accepting a gift of an actively managed 146.3-acre woodlot and recommending resurfacing and possibly paving the length of Dudleyville Road are among the actions to be decided by residents at Saturday’s Annual Town Meeting including a $7.99 million operating budget for fiscal year 2026 with Leverett remaining unique in Massachusetts in having candidates both nominated and then elected from the floor of Town Meeting over this year’s $7.53 million operating budget More than half of this increase is attributable to the $230,356 in the assessment for the Amherst-Pelham Regional Public Schools The Selectboard voted 2-1 to endorse this assessment the mostly forested site at 353 North Leverett Road is near the Shutesbury town line Its acquisition has been recommended by the Town Forest Exploratory Committee and would necessitate the creation of a Town Forest Committee which would report annually in writing to the Selectboard as well as the hiring of a forester to work with the town For the 1.4-mile section of Dudleyville Road Tighe & Bond consultants performed an evaluation finding that “the gravel portion of the roadway requires extensive maintenance to remain serviceable and often becomes impassible after large rain events or during the spring thaw.” The warrant article would set the stage for an extensive rehabilitation and allow opportunities “to resurface the length of Dudleyville Road with pavement in any form.” Aside from the regional schools assessment the other large increase in the budget is the $124,388 increase going up from $3.04 million to $3.16 million The town budget otherwise has minimal increases mostly related to 3% cost-of-living increases There is also $6,229 added to the Council on Aging salaries so a community and events coordinator position can be created related to a contract with the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office for these duties Among cost savings is removing $8,730 by reducing a Highway Department part-time laborer position to 12 weeks Voters will be presented with two proposed transfers from the stabilization account: $250,000 to complete sprinkler system repairs inside Leverett Elementary School and $75,000 to buy and equip a new police cruiser There are also a series of free cash articles There are three significant draws from the Community Preservation Act account being proposed with the largest being $374,529 for construction of a multi-use accessible pocket park at the Leverett Library Another $265,000 would be used to restore and improve the discontinued town-owned section of Rattlesnake Gutter Road $176,000 would go toward the $4.11 million renovation of the Amherst-Pelham Regional High School track interior field and surrounding athletic fields that begins in late June Other CPA spending includes $24,500 that would go to the town’s Historical Commission to map the archaeological remains of Graves Ironworks which is located on town conservation land downstream from the historic Slarrow Mill in North Leverett; and $8,000 to restore the 1848 cabinet containing the town’s set of weights and measures so it can be placed on public view a recent candidates forum gave residents the opportunity to make campaign pitches before the Selectboard The only incumbents who spoke were Selectboard member Patricia Duffy and Finance Committee Chair Phil Carter who said they would like to continue their service The only newcomer at the forum was Tim Shores an elected Planning Board member who is running for School Committee Shores said he would be interested in serving as the town’s representative to the Amherst Regional School Committee and to put all ideas on the table for addressing the ongoing funding challenges To view the full 37-article warrant, visit leverett.ma.us/n/13198/May-3-2025-Annual-Town-Meeting-Warrant Scott Merzbach can be reached at smerzbach@gazettenet.com you agree with our use of cookies to personalize your experience measure ads and monitor how our site works to improve it for our users Phone: +44 (0) 1858 438800 Email: [email protected] You are currently accessing BusinessGreen via your Enterprise account If you already have an account please use the link below to sign in If you have any problems with your access or would like to request an individual access account please contact our customer service team Email: [email protected] The Blenheim Estate in Oxfordshire claims to have become a net-generator of renewable energy after completing work on a 20-acre solar farm capable of providing enough electricity to meet the annual needs.. 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