New River NewsLocal news for New River, AZ continually updated from thousands of sources on the web.Road improvements reduce traffic noise :- May 30, 2008 The smell of tar and the sound of jackhammers are filling the air this spring around Sun City.http://www.topix.net/city/new-river-az/2008/05/road-improvements-reduce-traffic-noise?from... P&Z recommends approval for rezoning at 83rdPinnacle Peak- May 28, 2008 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.http://www.topix.net/city/new-river-az/2008/05/p-z-recommends-approval-for-rezoning-at-83r... I-17 reopens after crash causes delays- May 25, 2008 There was traffic trouble for travelers trying to get out of the Valley on I-17 Friday afternoon.http://www.topix.net/city/new-river-az/2008/05/i-17-reopens-after-crash-causes-delays?from... Peoria agrees to ADOT trail partnership :- May 23, 2008 Peoria residents will soon have the chance to hike to Scottsdale, if so inclined.http://www.topix.net/city/new-river-az/2008/05/peoria-agrees-to-adot-trail-partnership?fro... Open houses provide Beardsley Road update- May 21, 2008 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.http://www.topix.net/city/new-river-az/2008/05/open-houses-provide-beardsley-road-update?f... Dog park- May 19, 2008 If you really want to spoil your pet, buy a membership at this private dog park.http://www.topix.net/city/new-river-az/2008/05/dog-park?fromrss=1 Dry spring makes wildfires a real threat- May 7, 2008 "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 Republichttp://www.topix.net/city/new-river-az/2008/05/dry-spring-makes-wildfires-a-real-threat?fr... |