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Johnstown community set to celebrate as second Amtrak daily train service begins

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — As the region adds a second daily Amtrak Pennsylvanian train, the community is invited to celebrate the expanded rail service. The event will bring together residents, business owners, community organizations, and other leaders to welcome the train when it arrives Wednesday afternoon. Complimentary snacks, giveaways, the Johnstown Tomahawks’ mascot Chopper, and […]

Johnstown, PA · 4h

Yahoo!

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Abandoned Pa. rail corridor gets new life as trail with scenic 400-foot bridge to cross

A former railroad corridor that once carried coal trains through northeastern Pennsylvania has been transformed into a recreational trail more than four decades after public money was first committed to preserving the property. The new North Pocono Trail follows 3.2 miles of the former Erie and Wyoming Railroad corridor between...

Lackawanna County, PA · 3d
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abc27 News

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School bus driver cited for Juniata County crash

RICHFIELD, Pa. (WHTM) — A school bus driver was cited after a crash that disabled another vehicle this week. The crash happened around 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday on Route 35 in Monroe Township just west of Richfield. According to the State Police at Lewistown, Shannon Portzline, 36, of Mount Pleasant Mills, was driving a school […]

Juniata County, PA · 22h

hoodline.com

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PA Hands Out $12.9M to Fix Dangerous Intersections in 29 Towns

Front St. & Linglestown Rd. — Approximate Site of Signal Modernization. Pennsylvania is sending nearly $13 million to 29 municipalities across the state to fix some of its most dangerous intersections, with the money earmarked for 33 separate safety projects ranging from new traffic signals to audible crosswalk systems. The funding comes from a program with an unusual revenue source: fines paid by drivers caught running red lights in Philadelphia.

Pennsylvania · 6h
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WFMZ-TV Online

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Shapiro Administration invests nearly $13 million into improving traffic safety in PA

PENNSYLVANIA - On Friday, PennDOT announced that it will distribute approximately $12.9 million in Automated Red-Light Enforcement (ARLE) funding to 29 municipalities statewide, funding 33 safety projects. The Shapiro Administration says this investment supports its commitment to safer, more connected communities. “Under Governor Shapiro’s leadership, we’re investing in communities across...

Pennsylvania · 2d

Yahoo!

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The affordability election delivered billions for public transit

In an election dominated by concerns about affordability, voters across the country overwhelmingly agreed to raise taxes to preserve or expand public transit. Out of 27 ballot measures supporting transit, 22 passed on November 3, representing $27.4 billion in funding to rescue faltering systems and expand or build new ones. Some of the biggest wins of the night included voters in the San Francisco Bay Area staving off enormous cuts to Bay Area Rapid Transit and other regional systems, Coloradans backing new regional rail, and residents of Seattle and nearby Pierce County favoring expanded bus service.

Pennsylvania · 2d

Franklin County Free Press

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PennDOT Reminds Drivers of Fall Road Hazards

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is reminding drivers to check vehicle lighting and prepare for deer, wet leaves, fog and frost as temperatures drop and daylight hours shorten. PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll urged motorists to check tires, maintain windshield washer fluid levels and keep windshields clear of streaks and fog.

Pennsylvania · 21h

explorejeffersonpa.com

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PennDOT Announces Route 28 Patching Work in Jefferson County

BROOKVILLE, Pa. (EYT) — Road crews will begin patching work on Route 28 in Warsaw and Snyder townships on Thursday, November 19, causing single-lane closures with flaggers, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. The work will run through Wednesday, November 25, between the intersections of Route 1027, known...

Jefferson County, PA · 1d

NorthcentralPA.com

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Route 104 reopens in Perry Township, Snyder County

Montoursville, Pa. — Route 104 in Perry Township, Snyder County, is open again, PennDOT District 3 said in an update this morning. The road had been closed between Route 35 in Mount Pleasant Mills and Martin Brothers Road (Route 2006) in Perry Township because of fire department activity, according to the district. Detours had been in place for southbound traffic via Route 35 and Routes 11 and 15, for northbound cars via Martin Brothers Road and for large commercial trucks south of Mount Pleasant Mills via Route 104 south and Routes 11 and 15. The update did not say when the road first closed or how long the fire department activity lasted. Travelers can check conditions on major roads at 511PA.com .

Snyder County, PA · 3d

abc27 News

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State funding backs Front Street traffic light, safety projects across central Pennsylvania

HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Numerous road projects across the Midstate are receiving state funding to help improve traffic safety, state officials announced Friday. PennDOT announced $12.9 million in funding from the Automated Red-Light Enforcement program for 33 projects statewide. The funding comes from fines from red light violations at intersections in Philadelphia County. Among them […]

Harrisburg, PA · 1d

State College

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PennDOT updates drivers on I-80 eastbound on-ramp closures at Bellefonte

BELLEFONTE — The state Dept. of Transportation recently announced that the contractor for its High-Speed Interchange project between Interstates 80 and 99 is extending the closure of the eastbound on-ramp at exit 161/Bellefonte the began on Oct. 12. This extension is part of the larger project to enhance traffic safety by providing a direct connection between the two Interstates, making it unnecessary to travel along Route 26 to access them and alleviating congestion.

Bellefonte, PA · 3d

hoodline.com

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Lehigh Valley Riders Pin Hopes On Democrats After Years Of LANTA Cuts

Bradley Snyder rides LANTA buses to get to work, to go shopping, and to visit his daughter — the kind of daily reliance that has made him watch closely as Pennsylvania's public transit agencies absorbed cut after cut over the past several years. Now, with Democrats holding control of state government following the recent elections, riders and advocates across the Lehigh Valley are asking whether Harrisburg will finally deliver the long-term funding fix transit agencies have needed since the state's last major transportation funding overhaul in 2013.

Pennsylvania · 4d

NorthcentralPA.com

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Williamsport mayor, PennDOT announce stop sign installation at busy intersection

Williamsport, Pa. — PennDOT and The City of Williamsport announced today that a stop sign will be installed on the southbound lane of Market Street at the intersection with Washington Boulevard. A PennDOT maintenance crew is scheduled to install the stop sign next week while the contractor for the City of Williamsport installs the pavement markings. Drivers can expect lane restrictions between Hepburn Street and Washington Boulevard during daylight hours. The stop sign is being installed at this location after a PennDOT traffic study determined that it is warranted at this intersection. Once the stop sign is in place, all approaches to the intersection will be required to stop, and standard right-of-way rules will apply. Right-of-way will be determined by order of arrival at the intersection. If two vehicles arrive simultaneously, the vehicle on the right has the right-of-way. Regardless of arrival order, drivers should proceed through the intersection only when it is safe to do so and remain alert to other vehicles and road users. "A top priority for the City of Williamsport is ensuring that our local roadways are safe for everyone," said Mayor Derek Slaughter. "By introducing a mandatory stop for all approaches at the intersection of

Williamsport, PA · 1d

boroughs.org

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Governor Shapiro Announces Nearly $36 Million in Green Light-Go Grant Funds to Communities Across the Commonwealth to Improve Traffic Safety

Governor Shapiro Announces Nearly $36 Million in Green Light-Go Grant Funds to Communities Across the Commonwealth to Improve Traffic Safety. Governor Shapiro’s Administration continues to focus on practical improvements that make a difference in Pennsylvanians’ lives. Harrisburg, PA – Today, Governor Josh Shapiroannounced today that 77 municipalities across...

Pennsylvania · 5d

WJAC TV

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CATA braces for proposed service cuts amid driver shortage as riders share concerns

CENTRE COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — The Centre Area Transportation Authority has announced proposed service cuts as it faces the effects of a national transit driver shortage. Residents who rely on the CATA bus system gathered to share their concerns about these changes at a recent public hearing. CATA busses...

State College, PA · 2d

94.5 PST

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Cargo Ship Hits Tacony-Palmyra Bridge, Leaving It Stuck Open For The Afternoon Commute

Cargo ship hit the Tacony-Palmyra Bridge and now it's stuck open. No injuries reported, but Route 73 and the surrounding roads are gridlocked. Pack your patience.

Pennsylvania · 2d

Wellsboro Gazette

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Cheapest gas stations in Chambersburg

Stacker compiled a list of the cheapest gas stations in Chambersburg using data from Gas Buddy. Gas stations are ranked by the lowest regular fuel price. - Address: 11104 Grindstone Hill Rd, Greencastle, PA. - Price: $3.78. #6. BJ's. - Address: 540 Gateway Ave , Chambersburg, PA. - Price: $3.95.

Chambersburg, PA · 6d

Country Herald

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Pennsylvania Winter Thanksgiving Travel: Even Salted I-80 Can Freeze

Pittsburgh, Harrisburg and Scranton drivers should know why salted highways can still become dangerously icy.

Pennsylvania · 4d

WBRE

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PennDOT warns of snow squalls ahead of winter weather

(WBRE/WYOU) — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) issued a warning to drivers Thursday of possible snow squalls and blowing, drifting snow ahead of forecasted snow showers for Friday. A PennDOT representative said in a release that weather could cause reduced visibility, icy roads, and sudden squalls. Drivers are advised by PennDOT to: You can […]

Pennsylvania · 3d