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Buckeye sued over decision to allow 'environmentally damaging' PVC pipes

A piping manufacturer sued the city of Buckeye Thursday over allegedly violating its own development laws when they allowed "hazardous" PVC piping in a new development's water system installation.

BUSINESS

Buckeye nonprofit fundraiser will support free medical wigs for women

An upcoming fundraiser in Buckeye will benefit a local nonprofit that provides free wigs for women with medical hair loss.

NEW LOOK

Buckeye celebrates opening of 38-acre Sundance Park expansion

The city of Buckeye is celebrating the completion of Sundance Park Phase II.

Environment

Litchfield, Goodyear area wells contain "forever chemical" PFAS, says state

Bob Quarantino and his wife moved into their home in 1993, two months after the first homes in the Pebble Creek community were built. He saw Indian School Road turn into a four-lane road and expand right up against his backyard fence when developers built the nearby Safeway.

CRIME

Liberty Elementary District intern arrested for sexual contact with minor at previous school

A 42-year-old elementary school intern was arrested and is facing sex crime charges related to conduct with a 17-year-old boy, the district announced on Monday. The Odyseey Insitute …

RELIGION

Church celebrates animals in honor of St. Francis of Assisi Feast Day

The community is invited to attend a Blessing of the Animals.

EDUCATION

Teachers can apply here for Cardinals’ Touchdowns for Teachers grant program

For the fifth season, SRP is teaming up with Cardinals Charities for its Touchdowns for Teachers program, which awards grants to two deserving teachers every time the Cardinals score a touchdown during the regular season.

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Buckeye starting another cycle of Catalyst Program

BUCKEYE — A local grant program is again inviting Buckeye businesses to apply for funds to improve the appearance of storefronts and other elements.Buckeye’s Catalyst Program is now open …

Everything you wanted to know about the World Series … but were afraid to ask

Imagine you’re at an outdoor dinner party (yes, COVID-friendly). It’s October, and the conversation steers towards the World Series. While you are generally culturally literate, you know …

Christensen: Health literacy more important than ever for Arizonans in ongoing COVID-19 crisis

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has impacted millions across the country, and Arizona has not been spared. This virus and its resulting economic fallout have put a harsh spotlight on rising health care …

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