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Yahoo
5 hours ago
- Yahoo
Motorcyclists flashed guns in Parkland, at least one fired — witnesses sought
The Washington State Patrol is asking for the public's help to identify one or more motorcyclists who fired multiple shots at a passing vehicle in the Tacoma area earlier this month. The shooting was reported just before 11 p.m. on June 14 on southbound Pacific Avenue near 138th Street South in Parkland, according to a WSP news release. 'As the victim passed a large group of motorcycles, several of the riders brandished firearms, and at least one fired multiple shots at the victim's vehicle,' the news release said. 'After the shooting, the group of motorcycles continued south.' No one was injured in the shooting. The victim had been driving a silver Scion at the time they passed the group 'primarily comprised of Harley Davidson style motorcycles,' according to the WSP. No additional descriptions or details were known. Anyone who witnessed the shooting or might have more information about the shooter is asked to contact WSP detective Tessa Schahfer at or 253-538-3172.
CTV News
a day ago
- Business
- CTV News
Time Magazine ranks Stantec one of the world's most sustainable companies, listed top for Canadian companies
Time Magazine has listed Edmonton-based company Stantec among the world's most sustainable companies. Time Magazine has named Stantec as one of the world's most sustainable companies. The Edmonton-based company ranked 44 on the list of 500 companies, which was decided by Time Magazine in partnership with a data firm after looking at each company's public commitment and progress toward sustainability goals in 2023. Stantec was founded by Dr. Don Stanley in Edmonton in 1954 and has expanded globally with offices on six continents. Its headquarters remains in downtown Edmonton and the company was part of major projects in the city including the southeast leg of Anthony Henday Drive, Stantec Tower, the Keystone pipeline, and a Panama Canal expansion. According to the company overview on their website, Stantec's focus is in 'sustainable engineering, architecture and environmental consulting.' Two other Canadian companies made the top 100, with WSP ranked 62 and Telus at 83 on the list. The first-ranked company on Time's list was Scheider Electric which is based in France.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Mace completes London Gatwick Pier 6 extension foundation works
Mace has concluded the Pier 6 extension foundation works at London Gatwick, representing a milestone in the £140m ($192m) infrastructure programme. Mace collaborated with specialist contractor Bachy Soletanche and consulting engineer WSP on this project. Over a period of two months, Bachy Soletanche installed more than 200 continuous flight auger piles using a Liebherr LB24 rig across three distinct piling platform levels. The company's in-house design team was responsible for the geotechnical solution, which introduced value-engineered enhancements to reduce material usage and lower the project's embodied carbon. Sustainability was a central focus throughout the project, with the team surpassing low-carbon concrete targets by selecting a 'CIII/B' mix, resulting in carbon dioxide equivalent savings of approximately 40 tonnes. Additional carbon reductions were stated to be achieved by minimising crane usage, which saved around 1,500 litres of fuel, and by sourcing materials from local and airside-approved suppliers. The project's location within a live airside environment necessitated logistical planning and coordination with multiple stakeholders. Bachy Soletanche is said to have adhered to strict operational and safety protocols, including crane height restrictions, airside permits and risk assessments. To further enhance efficiency and safety, methods such as replacing hot works with hydraulic rebar cutters were implemented. Mace was appointed for the Pier 6 extension in March 2025. Expected to complete in 2027, the extension will feature eight new aircraft gates and enable 7.5 million passengers annually to board and disembark directly from aircraft. This upgrade is expected to minimise reliance on remote stands, while eliminating more than 12,000 bus journeys a year. Mace Construct project director John Newman said: 'This complex pier extension will add much-needed capacity to London Gatwick whilst minimising the environmental impact. "Through working closely with the client team and with our experienced supply chain, we have successfully delivered these foundation works in a live environment, on a very constrained site using the latest sustainable techniques.' "Mace completes London Gatwick Pier 6 extension foundation works" was originally created and published by World Construction Network, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
U of I hosting STEM academic boot camp for student veterans
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Saturday marks the start of a week-long academic boot camp held at the University of Illinois. This summer, a new group of enlisted student veterans will engage in a STEM academic boot camp from June 21-28 at the U of I. This program is facilitated and designed in partnership with national nonprofit Warrior-Scholar Project (WSP) and will provide an immersive college preparatory experience. CUPHD pushing preventative mosquito measures for summer This specific program requires each participant to complete 75 academic hours, which would simulate a typical 'finals week' in college. The purpose of this is to prepare student veterans for the demands of academic life as they transition from military careers to higher education. Every year, over 115,000 veterans transition from military service to civilian life, and for many, enrolling in college is an important step in starting a new career. In this boot camp — hosted by the Chez Veterans Center, the hub for military populations at the U of I — veterans learn from esteemed Illinois faculty, work with research leads, receive personalized mentorship from successful student veterans and familiarize themselves with campus resources. Staying safe during heat advisory in Central Illinois: 'WSP was more influential than I could have ever expected,' said Navy veteran Adam Sherman, a WSP-Illinois alumnus. 'I was pretty anxious on my way here, but the entire process fostered and reinforced such a motivating and positive mindset that I will carry throughout my entire academic journey. I would do it again a million times over.' Additionally, 88% of WSP alumni have completed or are on track to earn a college degree. This surpasses the national average for veterans using the Post-9/11 GI Bill (54%) and full-time civilian students (61%). Support from the U of I and investments made by foundations, corporations and private donors cover the program's entire cost for participants. The college has partnered with WSP for four years. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Wales Online
4 days ago
- Business
- Wales Online
People's day to day lives being ruined as debate heats up over bypass funding
People's day to day lives being ruined as debate heats up over bypass funding The debate continues over the Llanbedr bypass Residents complain traffic comes to a standstill in Llanbedr on an almost 'daily basis' (Image: Llanbedr bypass community group ) Supporters of the Llanbedr bypass are being redirected to apply for funding through a new regional transport authority, as opposed to receiving direct financial support from the Welsh Government. A £14m bypass for Llanbedr received approval in March 2020, only to be cancelled in November 2021 after a review on roads due to climate change concerns by the government. Traffic issues remain unresolved and tend to worsen during the summer. The Welsh Government has indicated that a "low-speed" road alternative, designed to alleviate congestion in the village centre, may still be considered, allocating £400,000 to develop the idea. Specialist consultancy WSP, together with Cyngor Gwynedd and civil engineering firm YGC, have been refining various upgrade proposals for the Llanbedr area. This includes a revised plan for a possible new road west of Llanbedr. A "material start" was also made on parts of the previously sanctioned project, potentially smoothing the path for future planning permissions. For our free daily briefing on the biggest issues facing the nation, sign up to the Wales Matters newsletter here . However, the First Minister recently announced that any funding requests must now go through the newly established Corporate Joint Committee for North Wales, comprising local councils, with a £100m budget earmarked for regional transport investment, reports North Wales Live. Mabon ap Gwynfor, Plaid Cymru Senedd Member for Dwyfor Meirionnydd, argues that it is incumbent upon the government to directly finance the bypass, especially after shelving the initial scheme. Article continues below Speaking in the Senedd, Mabon ap Gwynfor MS stated: "A fortnight ago, you were celebrating the fact that you'd asked for a specific amount of funding from the Westminster government through the Spending Review and that you'd received the money that you'd asked for. "Last week I questioned the Cabinet Secretary for Transport as to why a bid wasn't made for funding for plans in northwest Wales and the response I got was that it wasn't that simple – you need plans that are operational within three years and that's why bids hadn't been made. "You will be aware of the Llanbedr Bypass Scheme – it was your government that withdrew funding for the Llanbedr bypass originally, and therefore it's your government that has prevented those plans from being developed. "It was a plan – if implemented and if the funding was in place – it could be operational by 2027. There is no excuse as to why that cannot proceed, apart from the fact that you're not funding it. "Will you make a commitment today that you support the Llanbedr Bypass Scheme and that you're willing to find the monies to ensure that Gwynedd Council can proceed with that programme as soon as possible?" The new road proposal for Llanbedr First Minister Eluned Morgan responded: "Well, the Labour Government is eager to ensure that local leaders do have a greater say on which roads, and so forth, that should be developed. "That's why we're going to ensure that financial allocations in the future are based on the decision made by the corporate joint committee. I think that it is important to note the fact that a working group has been established between Cyngor Gwynedd and the Welsh Government and Transport Wales to consider the options that are available to deal with transport problems in Llanbedr. "We've already given £0.5 million to Cyngor Gwynedd to continue with the design development. Then, what will need to be done is that they will then need to convince and work with the CJC to make the case for that funding coming to Llanbedr." Mabon ap Gwynfor MS added: "In her response the First Minister said that a pot of £100m was being provided to local authorities across north Wales for transport infrastructure and that Gwynedd will have to argue the case for £32m of this pot. "It's the Welsh government that pulled the plug on Llanbedr's shovel-ready plans four years ago, therefore it is their responsibility to now ensure that the relief road is fully funded and goes ahead without further delay." Local councillor Gwynfor Owen expressed his gratitude towards Mabon ap Gwynfor, Member of the Senedd, for addressing the First Minister about the critical Llanbedr Relief Road issue. "I am grateful to our Member of Senedd Mabon ap Gwynfor for raising this matter with the First Minister today. "The issue of the Llanbedr Relief Road is of utmost importance for the area, for safety reasons as well as for economic opportunities for the future. If the Welsh Government want to show that they are a government for the whole of Wales they should immediately guarantee the funding that this project needs." Cllr Nia Jeffreys, Leader of Cyngor Gwynedd, highlighted the negative impact the ongoing situation in Llanbedr has on local residents. "This on-going saga at Llanbedr is ruining people's day to day life in the village itself. Walkers are being put at risk due to the inadequacies of the road infrastructure not fit for 21st century use and the environmental effects of heavy traffic at standstill regularly at the village during busy periods is a serious cause for concern." She also pointed out the longstanding economic repercussions of the inadequate road system. "In addition, the economic impact this inferior road infrastructure is having on this rural area has been an issue since the late 1950s. It is high time that this Labour Government did what is needed, take decisive action now." Article continues below
