Obama has urged Netanyahu to extend partial construction freeze

At a news conference, Obama argues the freeze has been 'significant' in reducing Israeli construction, which the Palestinians oppose and consider a threat to what they could gain from a peace deal. President Obama said Friday that he had urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to extend a partial freeze on Israeli settlement construction in the West Bank because peace talks with the ...

Henry in the House: Nervous energy at an Obama news conference

I'm always feeling this burst of nervous energy when I walk into the spectacular East Room for a presidential news conference. There's just been so much history in that room that it's hard not to feel the excitement of this one smaller moment in the grander sweep of White House history.

Patterson pushes construction tax break for businesses

Bloomfield Township -- A dozen business owners hurt by construction along Telegraph Road stood with Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson today as he called for legislation granting property tax relief during long-term road projects.

Construction Buzz at World Trade Center Site

Nine years after the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, ground zero is an active construction zone.

Rush Enterprises Completes Sale of Construction Equipment Division

SAN ANTONIO -- Rush Enterprises, Inc. , which operates the largest network of commercial vehicle dealerships in North America, today announced that it has completed the previously announced sale of the assets of its John Deere construction equipment dealerships to Doggett Heavy Machinery Services, LLC for $26.2 million.

Govt supports construction industry initiatives - Minister Peiris

The Government will support initiatives taken by the construction industry. There are many opportunities available within Sri Lanka and industry stakeholders need to capture them.

News of record

News of record reports for Chelan and Douglas counties

Green home projects on display Sunday

U-M signs deal to move into Liberty Lofts commercial space in downtown Ann Arbor

The commercial space of Liberty Lofts has been marketed to commercial tenants since construction started on the 68 condominiums in 2006.Lon Horwedel | AnnArbor.com The University of Michigan just signed a deal for one of the largest ground-floor commercial spaces......

Friday fire damages building at Woodmore Towne Centre

A commercial building under construction in Glenarden caught fire this morning after roofing materials ignited, a Prince George's County fire official said.

Friday fire damages building at Woodmore Towne Centre

A commercial building under construction in Glenarden caught fire this morning after roofing materials ignited, a Prince George's County fire official said.

New York Post, Fox News promote macabre 9/11 human remains map

News Corp. physically expands its definition of "ground zero" to include a quarter of lower Manhattan

Local News Briefs

NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION BOOM IN AUGUST A new home construction boom broke out in the City of Greater Sudbury in August.[...]

MEMC Unit Strikes Deal in South Korea To Build Solar Power Plants

MEMC Electronic Materials' wholly-owned solar energy maker SunEdison has entered into an agreement with the Gyeongsangnam-do provincial government in southeastern Korea to set up 400 megawatts of solar power plants in the Korean province by 2013.

Keyuan Petrochemicals Starts Construction on New Facility

NINGBO, China, September 8, 2010 -- Keyuan Petrochemicals, Inc., a leading independent manufacturer and supplier of various petrochemical products in China, announced that on September 1st, Keyuan commenced construction of its first Styrene-Butadiene-Styrene ("SBS") production facility in Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, which will be adjacent to its current production facility.

3 don't-miss features at the new New Orleans Home and Interior Design Show

The show is put on by the Home Builders Association of Greater New Orleans, the same folks who produce the annual Home & Garden Show in the Superdome.

Builders pull back on construction of new homes in Hampton Roads

Sept. 10--Builders in Hampton Roads reined in new-home construction last quarter even as sales of new homes grew, according to a Residential Data Bank report.

Builders pull back on construction of new homes in Hampton Roads

Sept. 10--Builders in Hampton Roads reined in new-home construction last quarter even as sales of new homes grew, according to a Residential Data Bank report.

Home Improvement Show coming

If you have a repair, or a new construction project, or even financing for it all, you might want to mark your calendar for the 2nd Annual Home Improvement Show at the Cain Center. The show is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 18 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

CBS4 RTV4 WHBF Quad Cities, IL / IA News Weather SportsWorker killed in Ill. construction zone

ROBINSON, Ill. (AP) - Authorities say a flagman at a Crawford County highway construction zone was killed when he was hit by a grain truck he tried to run to avoid.

Government action sought: Proliferation of substandard materials worries contractors

The Cebu Contractors Association, Inc. (CCA) is calling on the government to act against the widespread existence of sub-standard construction materials in the market as it can negatively affect the growth of the industry.

City rushes bidding for housing

CEBU City Hall is rushing the bidding of construction materials for the socialized housing project within the Lorega-San Miguel cemetery, to beat the Oct. read more

James City construction materials yard sold to Richmond company

Jack L. Massie will retain construction business, 100 employees JAMES CITY — A major James City contractor on Friday announced it has agreed to sell the distribution-center portion of its business to a Richmond-based company.

James City construction materials yard sold to Richmond company

Jack L. Massie will retain construction business, 100 employees JAMES CITY — A major James City contractor on Friday announced it has agreed to sell the distribution-center portion of its business to a Richmond-based company.

Sharp rise in construction output

Scottish builders respond cautiously to figures showing a 17% rise in construction output in the second quarter.

Sharp rise in construction output

Scottish builders respond cautiously to figures showing a 17% rise in construction output in the second quarter.

Construction and Land Loans Look Ugly, Despite Extend and Pretend Lipstick

The FDIC bank data from the 2nd quarter reveals that banks, despite extend and pretend, regulator passes, and kick the can down the road policies, are still feeling the CRE crunch. Notice the “Construction and land development” line below. Nearly 15% of bank assets are in non-accrual status (dead money), almost 6% charged off, and merely 6.24% recoverable. This may or may not look bad to the ...

News by location

Get local and national news updates via E-mail. Bill Kirby Jr. Say what you wish about Tonzie Collins, the controversial Hope Mills town commissioner you either like or hate.

Commercial rail summit converges on Charleston

State officials never intended for a summit on commercial rail to end the discussion on the increasingly contentious issue. But the 10-member Review and Oversight Commission on the State Ports Authority emerged Thursday with a strong message for CSX Transportation and Norfolk Southern.

Construction company founder denies asking for UTAR council seat

PETALING JAYA (Sept 10, 2010): Koon Yew Yin, the founder of three listed construction companies, IJM Corporation Bhd, Gamuda Bhd and Mudajaya Group Bhd refuted claims by Ipoh MCA politician Datuk Thong Fah Chong that he wanted a seat on the UTAR Council.

DuPont Microcircuit Materials To Enable Future Growth In Photovoltaics

DuPont Microcircuit Materials (MCM) has developed a roadmap of proposed technology options to help enable the industry goal for conversion efficiency of crystalline silicon (c-Si) solar cells beyond 20 percent by 2012.

SIAC Construction lands deal to develop £6m public square

A Belfast construction company is celebrating after landing a £6m contract as part of one of the north west's largest ever regeneration projects. Related Stories No recovery in sight for jobs sector, warns TUC Osborne's pick for OBR chief is brave UK defence giant to axe 1,000 jobs Homebase profits plunge 25% as retailer eyes Christmas lift Ice cream outlet scoops BoI support

Builders say Rossi is still their pick

Olympia Master Builders members gave U.S. Senate candidate Dino Rossi a standing ovation this week at the group's monthly dinner meeting.

Builders back LePage

PORTLAND -- The Associated Builders and Contractors of Maine endorsed Republican gubernatorial nominee and Waterville mayor Paul LePage during a press conference in Portland on Thursday.

Construction Projects Ending Soon in Pocatello

Weather conditions are causing delays. Just this week, construction at the intersection of Hiline and Chubbuck Road is causing quite the wait for drivers. This is a part of the original project that called for the canal to be covered.

Andale Construction's CEO came from humble beginning

Humble beginnings were not a deterrent for Luis de la Cruz, CEO of Andale Construction Inc.

Master Builders Support Fast Track Consenting

The Registered Master Builders Federation (RMBF) supports the Governments decisions to review the consenting process for the w:st="on"Canterbury region so that building consents can be fast tracked and remedial work can commence sooner rather than later.

Video: 'Extreme Makeover: Home Edition' designers spend time inside new dorm

Celebrity designers Paige Hemmis and Johnny Littlefield of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition spent some time today inside the new boys dorm at Oregon School for the Deaf, which now has most of its siding and a roof. Cedar and metal siding is being installed, and volunteer builders are putting in an eco roof, which will include plants and an irrigation system.

Canadian Home Builders comes to Golden

The Canadian Home Builders’ Association of British Columbia (CHBA BC), a provincial body representing 1780 member companies throughout BC, invites you to an information session examining the possibility of creating a new regional home builders’ association serving the communities within the Kootenay region.

Canadian Home Builders comes to Golden

The Canadian Home Builders’ Association of British Columbia (CHBA BC), a provincial body representing 1780 member companies throughout BC, invites you to an information session examining the possibility of creating a new regional home builders’ association serving the communities within the Kootenay region.

Dan Ryan Builders Introduces New Townhomes

Triangle - Dan Ryan Builders is pleased to announce they will be building in the Edgewater community located in East Raleigh just off of Hwy. 65 and Rogers Road. The community will showcase the company’s new affordable townhome product.

Dan Ryan Builders Introduces New Townhomes

Triangle - Dan Ryan Builders is pleased to announce they will be building in the Edgewater community located in East Raleigh just off of Hwy. 65 and Rogers Road. The community will showcase the company’s new affordable townhome product.

Maine Builders Endorse LePage For Gov

A builders' trade association has endorsed Republican Paul LePage for Maine governor.

Dan Phillips Builds Low-Income Homes Out Of Bones And Other Reused Materials (VIDEO)

What's Your Reaction? Dan Phillips mortgaged his house in 1997 to start his construction company, Phoenix Commotion , and pursue his dream of using wasted construction materials and other objects bound for the landfill to build affordable homes for low-income families.

Residential, commercial construction on the rebound in 2010

Hammers and saws have been busy this year in Le Mars. Dollars spent on construction are up, according to City Code Enforcement Officer Jason Vacura. Ten new single-family homes were built in Le Mars this year, as of the beginning of September, Vacura said.

Maine builders endorse LePage for governor

Associated Builders and Contractors of Maine says the Waterville mayor is best prepared to get Maine's economy back on track.

Construction industry group: Enforce law, save jobs for Iowans

The head of an Iowa construction industry group is worried that out-of-state workers could take many of the 300 to 500 construction jobs created by a $131 million project to build a state prison in Fort Madison.

Maine builders endorse LePage for governor

Associated Builders and Contractors of Maine says the Waterville mayor is best prepared to get Maine's economy back on track.

Maine builders endorse GOP's LePage for governor

A builders' trade association has endorsed Republican Paul LePage for Maine governor. Associated Builders and Contractors of Maine on Thursday announced its support for LePage at a news conference in Portland, saying the Waterville mayor is the candidate best prepared to get Maine's economy back on track and help business owners create great jobs statewide.

Construction figures breed confidence in Island industry

Construction industry insiders say there's confidence growing within the ranks of those who build following the release of new data from Statistics Canada that showed the total value of building permits issued in Greater Victoria remained steady in July.