Alexandria News

Building Collapses in Northern Egypt

Egypt’s official news agency says a seven-story building has collapsed in the Mediterranean city of Alexandria. The Middle East News Agency reported Sunday that an unspecified number of residents are trapped under rubble, in the neighborhood of Sidi Gaber in …

Roofs of 3 Buildings Torn by Wind in Alexandria

At least three buildings in Alexandria, Va., have sustained heavy damage from former Hurricane Sandy. Virginia State Police say three buildings have roofs that were partially torn off by the wind. One building is a garden-style apartment building that has …

Louisiana City Works to Remove Dilapidated Structures

The city of Alexandria, La., can’t keep up with the demand for destroying dilapidated structures in the city. During the 20-month span from May 2010 to December 2011, City Attorney Chuck Johnson told the city council that 50 homes were …