Category Archives: Commuting

After years of waiting, widening of the “York split” expected to start this summer

There’s some good news for Harrisburg commuters: The widening of the “York split” is expected to begin later this summer. The new Lowther Street bridge over Interstate 83 just opened this week to one lane of traffic in each direction, … Continue reading

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PennDOT reveals YouTube page to keep drivers updated

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation revealed a YouTube channel on Monday to help keep drivers up to date on road conditions, according to a news release. So far on the channel, users can find: Time lapse video from the May … Continue reading

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Maryland commuters: New law will make it easier for police to stop drivers using cell phones

Maryland commuters: If you’re still haven’t put down the cell phone while you’re driving, you’ll need to know that it will soon be easier for police to stop and ticket you for the violation. The law is changing this fall. … Continue reading

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How to keep it safe on St. Patrick’s Day

If you’re looking to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day by channeling your inner Irish — you might want to plan ahead to keep things safe. Whether you’ll be celebrating post parade on Saturday or sipping on Guinness and Irish breakfast on Sunday, it’s … Continue reading

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What plans do you make to get home safely after drinking?

Pennsylvania State Police will be conducting DUI enforcement activities in York County, beginning Friday, and continuing through March 18, according to a news release. The activities could be DUI sobriety checkpoints, or roving DUI patrols, or both, the release states. … Continue reading

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An Interstate 83 southbound lane will be closed tonight for utility work

Interstate 83 drivers beware: The right southbound lane between Route 30 and Sherman Street will be closed tonight for more utility work in the area. The closure will be in effect between 9 p.m. and midnight, said Kathy Seilhamer, a spokeswoman … Continue reading

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Fixed: Pothole in the 200 block of East Philadelphia Street in York

A reader recently wrote on SeeClickFix about a huge pothole in the road in the 1200 block of East Philadelphia Street in York. The reader wrote that rocks were collecting inside the pothole and when cars drove over it, the … Continue reading

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Fixed: Timing of a light in West York did need a repair

Recently, a reader posted on SeeClickFix about a timing problem with the traffic light at West Market Street and Highland Avenue in West York. The light was staying green for much longer for those traveling on Highland Avenue, the reader … Continue reading

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Crews to inspect the Norman Wood Bridge Tuesday

Crews were not out today to inspect the Route 372 bridge (the Norman Wood Bridge) over the Susquehanna River in southeastern York County because of the inclement weather. However, they are expected to be out there tomorrow, said Mike Crochunis, … Continue reading

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Proposed Johnson Controls relocation could cause more traffic snarls at Exit 4 in Shrewsbury

Johnson Controls is eyeing a property in Hopewell Township for the relocation of its test labs for commercial air-conditioners. But what’s good news for job seekers might mean bad news for commuters. The Shrewsbury interchange off Exit 4 of Interstate … Continue reading

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