by Kate Shunney
National Park Service officials have said they will grant a right of way permit to Columbia Gas to drive an 8-inch natural gas pipeline under the C&O Canal west of Hancock.
C&O Canal Superintendent Kevin Brandt recommended the action on September 12. National Capital Area Acting Director Lisa Mendelson-Ielmini approved the recommendation on September 23, according to National Park Service documents.
The park service announced on September 26 they completed an environmental…
