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PennDOT lifts restrictions on I-80 in Jefferson and Clarion Counties

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is advising motorists the commercial vehicle and 45 mph speed restriction on I-80 in Clarion and Jefferson Counties has been lifted. To help make decisions regarding winter travel, motorists are encouraged to “Know Before You Go” by checking conditions on more than 40,000 roadway miles, including color-coded winter conditions…

PennDOT places travel restrictions on I-80 in Clarion and Jefferson Counties

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is advising motorists there is currently a commercial vehicle and 45 mph speed restriction on I-80 in Clarion and Jefferson Counties. PennDOT is temporarily reducing the speed limit and restricting Commercial Vehicles to the right lane only on I-80 East and Westbound from Exit 45:  PA 478 – St. Petersburg/Emlenton…

PennDOT’s planned vehicle restrictions updated, new roadways added

In response to changing forecasts related to expected winter weather and icy conditions across most of the state tonight, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is adjusting start times of planned implement vehicle restrictions on several Pennsylvania roadways and adding more roadways to the restrictions list. Additionally, restrictions will be added on part of the…

PennDOT to implement vehicle restrictions tomorrow night ahead of storm

Ahead of winter weather and icy conditions expected across most of the state tomorrow evening, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is planning to implement vehicle restrictions on several Pennsylvania roadways starting at 5:00 PM Thursday. Additionally, PennDOT advises motorists to avoid unnecessary travel in affected areas during the storm. Restrictions will be communicated via…

Update 2/4/22 8:45 a.m.: I-80 restriction changed to a Tier 1

Indiana, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) continues to advise motorists to avoid unnecessary travel. There are currently multiple restriction on roadways and they will continue to be updated throughout the day. Restrictions will be communicated via variable message boards, the 511PA traveler information website and smartphone apps. Motorists can also sign up for personalized alerts on…

Jefferson County Commissioners developing broadband internet plan, asking for help from residents

The Jefferson County Commissioners have contracted with  Mission Critical Partners, LLC, to develop a broadband internet  strategic plan for the County to determine the level of broadband  service across the entire County, and to develop a roadmap for  ensuring that areas currently unserved or underserved have  access to affordable and reliable high-speed broadband.  The  Commissioners…