Monthly Archives: July 2010

Catch a free ride to Dutch Day Festival in Hanover

If you’re heading to the Dutch Day Festival in Hanover Saturday, you can catch a free ride with Rabbittransit and avoid the traffic troubles, according to a news release. People can park and ride from two locations: — Ollies’ parking … Continue reading

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12 million pounds of trash collected during spring cleanup

Twelve million pounds of trash was collected during the Great American Cleanup of PA, which ran from March 1 to May 31, according to the state Department of Transportation. Here are some numbers shared by PennDOT: 186,000: Number of volunteers … Continue reading

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Pennsylvania Turnpike tolls to increase in January

The Associated Press is reporting that the Pennsylvania Turnpike tolls will be increasing next year. Here’s what AP has reported: Motorists on the Pennsylvania Turnpike are in store for higher tolls come January. The turnpike commission said Wednesday that people … Continue reading

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Federal law won’t help owner of electric-assist bicycle

A few weeks ago, we ran a story about Steve Hayes, a cancer survivor, who added an electric assist motor to his bicycle. He intends to turn on the motor to get him home if his legs give out or … Continue reading

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Survey aimed at Carroll Valley commuters

A new survey is being targeted at commuters who live in and travel through Carroll Valley along Route 116 to the Gettysburg area, according to the Adams County Transit Authority. It isn’t just for individuals who live on Route 116, … Continue reading

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Drivers can take PennDOT’s highway safety survey

Drivers can participate in an online survey to share their opinion on issues ranging from seat belts to driving under the influence, according to the state Department of Transportation. The survey is available through July 30 at www.DriveSafePA. org or … Continue reading

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