New River News

Planners are suggesting that visitors come early to find a spot to watch this year's Fourth of July fireworks shows in Cave Creek.

Frustrated drivers using Interstate 17 in the north Valley will not have to schedule trips around its unpredictable traffic for much longer.

Jay Hicks is managing principal of the Phoenix division of EDAW Inc. , an international landscape architecture firm.

The smell of tar and the sound of jackhammers are filling the air this spring around Sun City.

Peoria Planning and Zoning Commission members voted 5 - 1 May 15 to recommend both a General Plan Amendment and rezoning for approximately 10 acres at the southwest corner of Pinnacle Peak Road and 83rd Avenue.

There was traffic trouble for travelers trying to get out of the Valley on I-17 Friday afternoon.

Peoria residents will soon have the chance to hike to Scottsdale, if so inclined.

Residents following the progress of the project that will connect Beardsley Road to Loop 101 will have two opportunities to get an update, as two community meetings will take place later this month.

If you really want to spoil your pet, buy a membership at this private dog park.

“It keeps our firefighters safer and it also protects their (homeowners') property. By having that defensible space, it allows them (firefighters) to get in and fight the fire aggressively”

Good winter rains allowed a wealth of vegetation and one of the best wildflower seasons in recent years. via Arizona Republic

“As soon as we make the turn to come over here they're all excited”

Going green is going to the dogs! At least if you live in the North Valley... people and their pooches are loving their new environmentally friendly park. via KPNX-TV Phoenix

“We are all on the same dispatch system. We can come here and just fit right in and it makes it a much smoother operation”

Worried about a heightened threat of wildfires this year, more than 100 firefighters and other emergency personnel from across Arizona joined forces Wednesday for two days of training. via Arizona Republic

We were taking a leisurely walk to check out the wildflower situation in our area when my wife stumbled upon this strange round metal object. via Coast to Coast AM

“We just wanted to be friendly to the community, friendly to the environment.”

Ron Sanzone Special for The Republic Feb. 21, 2008 02:16 PM Although its landscape is predominantly brown, a new dog park in New River wants to be the greenest in the nation. via Arizona Republic

Sarah Walters 12 News Weather Plus Meteorologist Jan. 28, 2008 09:57 AM Today's weather forecast Click here to send us your weather pictures Take a look at the12 News Weather Photos slide show After a soggy ... via KPNX-TV Phoenix

“The generosity of these two families in protecting our region's most valuable natural and scenic resource will benefit us today and for generations to come”

Phil and Charlotte Hanes' land in Grayson County is now protected by a conservation easement overlooking the New River. via Galax Gazette

Mike Sakal , Tribune Scottsdale police are investigating the death of a man who fell off a ladder Tuesday afternoon while working on a home. via East Valley Tribune

“I am pleased the state is able to support the addition of this trail head to the New River Greenway in Scott County”

Governor Phil Bredesen joined local and state leaders today to award the City of Huntsville with an enhancement grant in the amount of $98,349 to assist with the development of phase two of the New River ... via Info.tnanytime.org

There were marked similarities between the crash of Pan Am 103 at Lockebie, and that of a US DC-8 returing to America via Newfoundland. via Rogue Valley IMC

“None of the money raised in Anthem goes to the corporate office or goes to downtown Phoenix. It all stays right here to help local families in times of crisis.”

There are many qualities unique to Anthem which set it aside from most communities. via The Desert Advocate