New Church Street has been transformed in recent weeks with the demolition of nine homes, including six along the west side of the street.
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The top posts of 2016
Here are the top 10 most viewed posts from 2016, based on view of the individual blog pages (not including the number of views of the site’s home page):
Blue Acres to demolish almost 20 properties
Almost 20 Rahway properties have been acquired in the last six months through the state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)’s Blue Acres program, with demolition forthcoming as part of local flood-mitigation efforts.
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Blue Acres closes on New Church Street property
The Department of Environmental Protection announced the first acquisition of a New Church Street home as part of the state’s Blue Acres program.
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30 properties targeted for acquisition
At least 30 homes have been identified for acquisition by the state for flood control efforts along the Rahway River watershed.
Flood-prone West Grand Avenue home to be razed
The second of three flood-prone homes on West Grand Avenue has been acquired and soon will be razed.
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Council OKs acquisition of West Grand Ave lot
City Council approved an ordinance (O-17-14) this month to acquire one of three flood-prone residential properties on West Grand Avenue with the help of state and federal funding. Continue reading Council OKs acquisition of West Grand Ave lot
West Grand Avenue lot closer to acqusition
City Council is moving forward with the acquisition of three flood-prone residential properties on West Grand Avenue through state and federally-funded programs.