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Icy roads ahead: Winter driving tips before, during & after
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - Snow and ice send vehicles off the road every time a storm moves through the county. Safety officials say being prepared before you leave home can help prevent a routine drive turning dangerous. “When you leave, have a good three-quarters of a tank in your...
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Presque Isle Announces Temporary Parking Ban for Snow Removal
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - The City of Presque Isle is advising residents of a temporary parking ban on Main Street to allow Public Works crews to safely and efficiently remove accumulated snow. Snow hauling operations will begin Sunday, December 14th at 4:30 p.m., and parking will be prohibited on Main Street starting at 7:00 p.m. The ban will remain in effect until all cleanup operations are complete.
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Storm safety tips when sharing the roads with plows
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MaineDOT is off to strong start this plowing season
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - As fresh snowfall builds across the county, MaineDOT crews are already in full swing. “I understand we need snow; it helps the economy. The snowmobiles the skiers. Everybody wants snow,” says Bob Watson, northern regional manager at MaineDOT. This winter started sooner than last...
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Drivers are reminded to slow down for the first snow storm of the season
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Drivers are reminded to slow down for the first snow storm of the season
CARIBOU, Maine (WAGM) - It’s that time of year when folks are warming up their vehicles and getting ready for winter driving. With the first winter storm of the season expected Sunday into Monday, drivers are reminded to take it slow and use caution. Police say every year they see an increase of vehicles going off the road during the first storm.
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PI Works to Improve the City’s Storm Drain System
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State Street Closure Scheduled for Storm Drain Replacement
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PI Works to Improve the City’s Storm Drain System
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) — A section of State Street in Presque Isle is closed to traffic as crews work to replace part of the city’s storm water drain system. According to city officials, Presque Isle Public Works began the infrastructure project Monday morning, focusing on the area between Judd Street and the former Steaks and Stuff Market. The road closure is expected to continue through Thursday, October 9th. City officials are asking residents to seek alternative routes during the construction period. Drivers traveling through the area should plan for additional travel time and consider using parallel streets to avoid the work zone. The city is asking residents to be patient as crews work to complete these essential infrastructure improvements.
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Phase II of the P.I. Bypass to go to bid
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - After years of planning, Phase Two of the Presque Isle bypass is finally moving forward. The project is expected to go out to bid in just a few weeks. Phase Two will extend the existing bypass from Conant Road to U.S. Route 1 near the Westfield town line. The new 6.17-mile stretch is designed to reroute heavy tractor-trailer traffic away from downtown, easing congestion, improving safety at high-crash locations, and reducing vehicle emissions.
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Drivers reminded to share the road with Amish buggies
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Egypt Road crossing to close temporarily
Egypt Road in Presque Isle will be closed at the Williams Brook Crossing starting Monday, Aug. 25, until no later than Wednesday, Oct. 8. That portion of road will be closed to construct a new bridge to replace the current failing culvert. All vehicles coming from Westfield traveling to Presque...