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Maine Court Allows $1B Hydropower Transmission Project to Proceed

August 15, 2020

Cianbro JV is set to start construction on line to carry Quebec-sourced power as court rejects opposition ballot measure as unconstitutional

study shows some face coverings ineffective

Coronavirus and construction masks

Study Claims Popular Face Covering Could Worsen Virus Spread

A bad review for versatile lightweight fleeces, buffs or gaiters

Richard Korman

August 14, 2020

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Known for helping limit face heat, thin buffs or gaiters may not be protective, researchers say.

Coronavirus and Construction

Cooperation Is Key in COVID-Related Site Disputes, Lawyers Say

Long-Term Disruptions Seen in the Industry

Pam Radtke Russell

August 12, 2020

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Most owners, contractors and project teams are working amicably to resolve cost and scheduling issues, attorneys' group says.

Bridges

FIGG Bridge Engineers Sues to Block Federal Debarment

Richard Korman

August 12, 2020

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Engineering firm blamed for role in fatal 2018 Florida pedestrian span collapse fights back.

Md. Court Keeps Purple Line P3 Rail Project Team on Site In Long-Running Cost Dispute

Jim Parsons

Debra K. Rubin

August 12, 2020

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Following state suit, judge issues TRO to keep concession and builders working on $2B rail project through mid-Sept. as delay liability talks continue.

Texas Border Landowners, Federal Watchdog Report Elevate Trump Wall Battle

Mary B. Powers

August 9, 2020

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As feds award $565M in back-to-back barrier contracts in city of Laredo, opponents fight land seizures and watchdog cites flawed construction plans.

Transit

Maryland Agencies Ready to Take Over Troubled Light Rail P3 Project

Jim Parsons

August 6, 2020

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State tells 171 project subs it will "step in" to manage work on $2B Purple Line as a public-private cost feud nears an Aug. 23 showdown.

NYC Contractor Navillus Execs Face Criminal Charges Linked to Union Payments

Mary B. Powers

August 3, 2020

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Feds file 11-count indictment against CEO, two others for $1 million owed to unions 18 months after labor civil suit pact and Chapter 11 emergence. All "temporarily" left their roles.