City of Helena
Recent News About City of Helena
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Helena plans open house for discussion on Open Lands major projects
The City of Helena is set to host a second open house on January 30 to discuss the proposed Open Lands major projects for 2025.
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EDA awards $210,000 in grants for economic development projects in Lewis and Clark County in 2023
In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $210,000 in grants for economic development projects in Lewis and Clark County, Montana.
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Mountain lion presence prompts safety warnings on Mount Helena
Mountain lion activity has been confirmed on Mount Helena, particularly in the vicinity of Tubbs Trailhead and Silverette Gate near LeGrande Cannon Boulevard.
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Helena receives $4.5M in federal grants for transportation planning
The City of Helena has secured two planning grants from the U.S. Department of Transportation, totaling $4.5 million, to enhance transportation infrastructure in the area.
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Helena city offices to close for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
The City of Helena has announced that its administrative offices will be closed on January 20 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr.
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Helena city offices to close for holidays; services impacted
The City of Helena has announced that its administrative offices will be closed on December 25 and January 1.
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Helena's prescribed burning season begins December 1
The City of Helena is preparing for its annual prescribed burning activities within the city's open lands.
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Helena city offices and services schedule changes for Thanksgiving
The City of Helena has announced that its administrative offices will be closed on November 28 and 29 in observance of Thanksgiving.
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Helena city offices close for Veterans Day; service changes announced
The City of Helena's administrative offices will not be open on Monday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day.
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Helena organizes latex paint exchange at transfer station
The City of Helena is organizing a Latex Paint exchange at the Transfer Station from November 8 to November 10.
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Helena city offices close on November 5 for election
The City of Helena has announced that its administrative offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 5, due to the election.
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Helena expands lithium battery recycling program amid rising fire concerns
The City of Helena and Lewis and Clark County have announced an expansion of their lithium battery recycling program. This move aims to support sustainability efforts while addressing the issue of fires caused by improperly disposed lithium batteries in the local waste stream.
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City of Helena announces closures for Indigenous Peoples' Day
The City of Helena will observe Indigenous Peoples' Day by closing its administrative offices on Monday, October 14. This closure will affect several city services, including the Municipal Court and the Transfer Station.
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Helena to observe National Fire Prevention Week with educational events
National Fire Prevention Week will take place from October 6 to October 12. This annual event, sponsored by the National Fire Protection Association, aims to emphasize the importance of having working smoke alarms in homes.
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Helena Parking Division relocates to City-County Building
The City of Helena’s Parking Division customer service office will relocate to the City-County Building at 316 N Park Avenue. Starting Monday, September 30, the office will be open on the first floor in room 151, where the information desk was previously located. The new hours of operation will be from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding approved holidays.
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Helena firefighters deploy to assist with California wildfires
The City of Helena Fire Department (HFD) has deployed three firefighters to California to support wildland fire efforts. Captain Robbie Bennett, Captain Louis Menghini, and firefighter/paramedic Jeffrie O’Neill departed on Monday, September 16, for a 14-day deployment, with additional days allocated for travel. The team drove HFD’s Type 5 wildland engine.
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Public invited to participate in "Helena Forward" visioning workshops
The community is invited to help shape the City of Helena’s future by participating in an upcoming event for its Land Use Plan, known as Helena Forward. On October 2, the public can participate in a visioning workshop from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Helena Civic Center. The workshop will be interactive with maps available to draw and discuss ideas. It will be hosted by consulting firm Houseal-Lavigne.
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Helena Transfer Station to close temporarily for maintenance on September 12
The City of Helena Transfer Station will close for two hours on Thursday, September 12, for facility maintenance. The facility will be closed to the public from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Residential and commercial garbage collection will not be impacted by the closure.
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1 gas station in cities throughout Lewis and Clark County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Aug. 24
The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Lewis and Clark County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 24, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
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Cheapest diesel in cities across Lewis and Clark County in week ending Aug. 24
The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Lewis and Clark County was found at seven gas stations in the week ending Aug. 24, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.