A KwaZulu-Natal family are devastated after the windows and doors of their new house were smashed out by the builders that had installed them.

Get local and national news updates via E-mail. HOPE MILLS - Repairing the breached dam on Hope Mills Lake will probably take three to five years, Town Manager Randy Beeman said Tuesday.

Students lend hand in Costa Rica — PHOTO GALLERY

There's nothing quite like hauling construction materials up and down steep hills in the midst of the Costa Rica rain forest. Just ask any of the 15 members of the Duke of Edinburgh Awards team from North Bay.[...]

Hanoi To Start Urban Railway Construction

HANOI, Sept 8 (Bernama) -- Construction will begin on Sept 22 on a pilot urban railway, running from Nhon in Tu Liem district to Hanoi Railway Station, as part of a largest ever public transport project here, Vietnam News Agency (VNA) quoted Head of the municipal People's Committee's Office Nguyen Thinh Thanh as saying.

Construction unions to discuss wage cuts

Construction industry unions are to meet to discuss a proposal to cut some wages in the sector.

The Perch to reopen

Matt Ogram/Argonaut Tables, equipment and construction materials surround the front of The Perch. The Perch is re-opening after being closed for...

Visclosky celebrates 'Emerald' home

BURNS HARBOR | U.S. Rep. Pete Visclosky, D-Ind., and others madea house call to the Village in Burns Harbor on Tuesday to celebratethe first home in Indiana to receive Emerald certification by the National Association of Home Builders .

Construction begins on new LSU parking lot

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Granite Construction to Present at the Morgan Stanley Business and Education Services Conference

WATSONVILLE, Calif.----Granite Construction Incorporated announced today that James H. Roberts, president and chief executive officer, will present at the Morgan Stanley Business and Education Services Conference in New York City on Wednesday, September 22, 2010.

Granite Construction to Present at the Morgan Stanley Business and Education Services Conference

WATSONVILLE, Calif.----Granite Construction Incorporated announced today that James H. Roberts, president and chief executive officer, will present at the Morgan Stanley Business and Education Services Conference in New York City on Wednesday, September 22, 2010.

Caterpillar, Vulcan May Reap Most From Obama Highway Proposal

Caterpillar Inc. and Vulcan Materials Co., struggling with a near three-year construction decline, are among companies that may benefit most from a $50 billion proposal to rebuild U.S. roads, railways and runways.

Green Building: A Real Estate Revolution?

Green building now accounts for close to one-third of new U.S. construction. That's up from 2 percent in 2005, according to McGraw-Hill Construction, which tracks the industry. The U.S. Green Building Council, and its LEED rating system, have changed construction practice -- and policy -- around the country.

Commercial repairs make up bulk of permits

The city of Paris issued 53 building permits in August for a total of $792,520. Of those, $732,866 were for nine commercial repair permits. Paris Cancer Center at 3550 Loop 286 N.E. is preparing for a new, updated radiation treatment machine.

Home Buyer Tax Credit Price Tag: $22 Billion

The total estimated cost of the home buyer tax credits is about $22 billion, according to a report released by the Government Accountability Office last week.

Construction exec offers synergy as students rethink Venices transportation hub

MUNCIE, Ind. Construction executive Robert Hunt will bring his expertise in building large-scale projects to Ball State University this fall as an immersive learning experience focuses on a major design project in Europe.Hunt, who graduated with a bachelors degree in business from Ball State in 1969, will return to campus as an executive-in-residence, interacting with students in several...

News of record

News of record reports for Chelan and Douglas counties

Cygnus Business Media's Construction Network Signs Strategic Alliance With Manfredi & Associates, Inc.

Cygnus Business Media's Construction Network, serving a community of more than 200,000 professionals, announced today a strategic alliance with Manfredi & Associates, Inc. Â Frank Manfredi, serves as president of Manfredi & Associates, Inc., and has been a consultant to the industry for more than 35 years. Â For the past 26 years, he has published a monthly newsletter, Machinery Outlook, which ...

Fox News Will Air Special World Trade Center Construction Report Every Week Until The Buildings Are Complete

Now that Fox News Channel has done its part in stoking the furor over the proposed Islamic cultural center a few blocks from Ground Zero, it's taking a step back to talk about what's happening at Ground Zero proper.

Builders Care: Industry association comes to the aid of a homeowner in need

Julia Fraser felt like the roof was caving in on her. Maybe because it was. Fraser’s home in Bonita Springs had quite a few issues, but the 4-foot by 8-foot hole in the living room ceiling, where for months, the water poured in when the rains came, was the one that had her at her wit’s end. A local music teacher hit hard by the tough economy, she could not afford the needed repairs.

Builders Care: Industry association comes to the aid of a homeowner in need

Julia Fraser felt like the roof was caving in on her. Maybe because it was. Fraser’s home in Bonita Springs had quite a few issues, but the 4-foot by 8-foot hole in the living room ceiling, where for months, the water poured in when the rains came, was the one that had her at her wit’s end. A local music teacher hit hard by the tough economy, she could not afford the needed repairs.

Construction Job Figures Point to Steady But Slow Recovery

Story information Teaser: Associated Builders and Contractors in New Hampshire says the new jobs numbers are continued evidence of a gradual, but difficult, economic recovery. Synopsis: Nationally, the construction industry added 19,000 jobs last month, but the industry’s 17 percent unemployment rate was the highest August rate ever. Associated Builders and Contractors in New Hampshire says ...

Home Builders Association to host state candidates

The Home Builders Association of Greater Southwest Illinois is planning a meeting of its members that will include candidates running for state office.

Home Builders Association to host state candidates

The Home Builders Association of Greater Southwest Illinois is planning a meeting of its members that will include candidates running for state office.

Commercial Vehicle Group Enters Agreement With Daimler Trucks

Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc. announced today that it has entered into an agreement with Daimler Trucks North America LLC, a Daimler company , through 2014 to provide products for DTNA's manufacturing facilities in Saltillo and Santiago, Mexico and three facilities in the United States. Â In accordance with the agreement, CVG will open a new facility near Saltillo, Mexico.

Cost, lack of lots force builders outside county

Sept. 07--Although the economy has taken its toll on home construction overall, many Frederick builders are finding it less costly and easier to build outside of the county.

Cost, lack of lots force builders outside county

Sept. 07--Although the economy has taken its toll on home construction overall, many Frederick builders are finding it less costly and easier to build outside of the county.

N.S. home builders offered new rebate

Nova Scotia is rolling out a new energy-efficiency rebate program for home builders.

N.S. home builders offered new rebate

Nova Scotia is rolling out a new energy-efficiency rebate program for home builders.

Final Community Builders Tour in Massena

The final Community Builders technology tour will take place Thursday, Sept. 23, at 5 p.m. at the C & M Middle School, 207 Sixth Street in Massena. Participants are to meet in the large band room at 5 p.m., and local organizer, Mike Cormack, recommends to park in the big lot northeast of the school.

Construction begins on Paw Print Park, new project manager named

ERIC VOORHIS News Staff Writer LAKE PLACID — Wooden structures and fresh cut logs are being assembled into a playground behind the Lake Placid...

Construction begins on Paw Print Park, new project manager named

ERIC VOORHIS News Staff Writer LAKE PLACID — Wooden structures and fresh cut logs are being assembled into a playground behind the Lake Placid...

Construction unemployment falls, but not in all sectors

WASHINGTON — The unemployment rate for the construction industry edged down to 17 percent in August compared to 17.3 percent one month earlier, according to the Sept. 3 employment report by the Department of Labor.

Construction unemployment falls, but not in all sectors

WASHINGTON — The unemployment rate for the construction industry edged down to 17 percent in August compared to 17.3 percent one month earlier, according to the Sept. 3 employment report by the Department of Labor.

Government sets terms for construction of new terminal at Boryspil airport

The Ukrainian government has set equal terms for agreeing with Ukrainian and foreign constructors and materials suppliers on building Terminal D at Kyiv's Boryspil International Airport.

Construction issues on D118 agenda

The Danville District School Board will turn from contracts to construction Wednesday at its regularly scheduled business meeting.

Opportunity for builders in Chch

The CEO of Master Builders says New Zealand has the skill and hopefully the numbers of builders needed to rebuild Christchurch to its former glory.

One Modesto block bucks nationwide construction trend

Construction may be at a standstill elsewhere in Stanislaus County, but it is booming on one block of central Modesto. The 900 block of Enslen Avenue, in the middle of one of the city's most desired neighborhoods, has one custom home under construction, two major renovations under way, a couple of minor projects just completed and more about to start.

Tough Conditions In Australian Construction Sector Continue

Tough conditions in the Australian construction industry kept the sector in negative territory in August, survey data from the Australian Industry Group and Housing Industry Association showed Tuesday.

Construction activity weak in August: survey

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Construction activity remains weak

[AAP] - Activity in Australia s construction industry remained weak in August, with house building diving to its lowest level in 16 months, a survey showed.The Australian Industry Group/Housing Industry Association ...

Construction falls for fourth straight month

The construction sector's health waned for a fourth consecutive month in August, as fiscal stimulus continued to pull back.

Construction activity remains weak

Activity in Australia's construction industry remained weak in August, with house building diving to its lowest level in 16 months, a survey showed.

Construction falls for fourth straight month

The construction sector's health waned for a fourth consecutive month in August, as fiscal stimulus continued to pull back.

Construction activity remains weak

ACTIVITY in the construction industry was low in August, as a survey showed house building dived to its lowest level in 16 months.

Construction activity remains weak

Construction activity remains weak in August, with house building diving to its lowest level in 16 months.

Construction activity remains weak

Construction activity remains weak in August, with house building diving to its lowest level in 16 months.

Construction falls for fourth straight month

[ABC] - The construction sector s health waned for a fourth consecutive month in August, as fiscal stimulus continued to pull back.The Australian Industry Group and Housing Industry Association s Performance ...

Australia construction activity weak in Aug -survey

SYDNEY, Sept 7 (Reuters) - Australia's construction sector continued to contract in August as a 16-month low for house building outweighed a modest improvement in the commercial and engineering sectors, an industry survey showed on Tuesday.

Australia construction activity weak in Aug -survey

SYDNEY, Sept 7 (Reuters) - Australia's construction sector continued to contract in August as a 16-month low for house building outweighed a modest improvement in the commercial and engineering sectors, an industry survey showed on Tuesday.

Fire At Construction Site Under Investigation

A large fire at a construction site in Williamson County produced a plume of black smoke that could be seen for miles. The cause of the fire is under investigation.