EAST PALESTINE — According to Norfolk Southern, efforts to clean-up and restore the site of the Feb. 3, 2023, train derailment and chemical release wrapped up recently.

The announcement came without fanfare. It was not reported in a press release or press conference but rather in a brief update to nsmakingitright.com — the website set up to keep the community informed in the wake of the rail disaster — last week.

“Site restoration activities are complete, and the associated particulate air monitoring has concluded in accordance with approved plans,” the update stated. “Demobilization of equipment and work trailers continues, and efforts will be made to not interfere with village traffic.”

The update also seemingly declared remediation of the waterways a success.

“The final stream sheen

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