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A 3-day dangerous driving crackdown begins Tuesday across New England
Editor's Note: This is an excerpt from WBUR's daily morning newsletter, WBUR Today. If you like what you read and want it in your inbox, sign up here. Couldn't make it to the Topsfield Fair? You've still got a chance to see some giant gourds. Boston's "official pumpkin" arrives today at Boston Public Market at 11 a.m. And unlike the city's official Christmas tree, which comes from Nova Scotia, this gift has a shorter commute. Each year, pumpkin grower Art Kaczenski and Red Apple Farm in Phillipston donate a pumpkin to Boston Public Market. And in celebration of the harvest season here in New England, it's available to check out for free.
NBC Connecticut
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This Unforgettable Connecticut Train Ride Takes You Through The Most Stunning Scenery
Somewhere in Thomaston, Connecticut, a vintage train is sitting at a beautiful brick station, and it’s waiting specifically for you. The Railroad Museum of New England offers one of the most genuinely enjoyable experiences in the entire state, and the best part is that it requires almost no effort on your part whatsoever.
iBerkshires.com
MassDOT: Daytime and Overnight Construction Operations on I-90
BECKET, Mass. – The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing daytime and overnight bridge painting and repairs on I-90 eastbound and westbound in the towns of Becket, Montgomery, and Russell. All work is weather dependent and will take place at the following locations and times:. Becket:. Bridge painting...
nbcboston.com
Mass. schools struggle with rising costs to heat classrooms, transport students
Skyrocketing fuel prices are putting financial pressure on Massachusetts school districts, forcing officials to consider difficult budget decisions that could ultimately impact students and teachers. In Peabody, school officials expect to spend an additional $100,000 on diesel this school year if prices remain at their current levels. "With limited resources,...
WWLP 22News
Holland police announce roadwork on East Brimfield Road
HOLLAND, Mass. (WWLP) – A portion of East Brimfield Road in Holland will be closed Wednesday while highway crews conduct work. According to the Holland Police Department, East Brimfield Road will be closed at the intersection of Dug Hill Road during the morning and afternoon on Oct. 14. A detour will be posted using Alexander Road.
Trains.com
Massachusetts to fund CSX improvements in Pittsfield, Mass.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation and CSX have reached an agreement for rail infrastructure improvements in Pittsfield that will support permanent seasonal Berkshire Flyer service, as well as other passenger service in western Massachusetts. State officials also said that recently announced funding for additional Amtrak equipment will include trainsets for the Berkshire [...] Read More...
westernmassnews.com
Road closure to impact Ludlow traffic on Tuesday
LUDLOW, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - A portion of Miller Street in Ludlow will be closed Tuesday due to road construction. Miller Street from Center Street to East Street will be closed starting at 7 a.m. and will remain closed until 3 p.m. Residents in the area will be able to get...
Transportation Today News
Massachusetts DOT, CSX, agreement will support expansion of state’s rail service
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) and CSX recently signed an agreement to advance rail infrastructure improvements in Pittsfield. The work supports permanent seasonal Berkshire Flyer service. The service provides seasonal weekend passenger rail service between New York City and Pittsfield. This year, an additional round trip was added. Under the agreement, MassDOT will fund […] The post Massachusetts DOT, CSX, agreement will support expansion of state’s rail service appeared first on Transportation Today .
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Lee receives $450k in state funding to repave road, conduct revitalization study
LEE — Marble Street in Lee is scheduled to get a new makeover — and it won’t add to Lee residents’ tax bills. The repaving and regrading of Marble Street is being funded through a grant, according to a state announcement. Lee also received another award to produce a study on downtown revitalization, which will look at, among other things, parking and pedestrian access. The two awards combined for a $450,000 allotment for Lee.