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Nation's First Utility-Scale Offshore Wind Farm, Assembled By CT Unioners, Spins To Life Nation's First Utility-Scale Offshore Wind Farm, Assembled By CT Unioners, Spins To Life
Nation's First Utility-Scale Offshore Wind Farm, Assembled By CT Unioners, Spins To Life If you’re reading this, there’s a possibility that the electricity to power your device came from the country’s first utility-scale offshore wind farm. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the completion of the South Fork Wind project on Thursday, March 14, capping off more than two years of construction that began in February 2022. As of Thursday, all 12 of the project’s offshore wind turbines were up and running roughly 35 miles off the coast of Long Island, delivering power to Nassau and Suffolk counties and the Rockaways, the governor’s office said. Earlier Report: 'Momentous St…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Demolition To Begin On Bridge Over I-95: Lane Closures, Traffic Stops Planned Demolition To Begin On Bridge Over I-95: Lane Closures, Traffic Stops Planned
Demolition To Begin On Bridge Over I-95: Lane Closures, Traffic Stops Planned Demolition work on a busy bridge over I-95 in Westchester is set to bring lane closures, traffic stops, and other delays as part of a three-year project that will eventually replace the structure.  Demolition at the North Avenue bridge over the roadway in New Rochelle will begin on Monday, Oct. 30 and is set to last around three weeks, the New York Thruway Authority announced.  The work, which is part of a $31.8 million project to replace the 65-year-old bridge, will require lane closures and traffic stops on both I-95 and North Avenue, officials said. Once demolition begins, this…

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by Ben Crnic
Lifestyle
LEGO Headquarters Relocates From CT, Heads To Boston LEGO Headquarters Relocates From CT, Heads To Boston
Lego Headquarters Relocates From CT, Heads To Boston Boston's Back Bay is about to get a little more playful.  The LEGO Group, makers of the beloved interlocking bricks, announced that the company's headquarters for the Americas will relocate from Enfield, in Hartford County, Connecticut, to 1001 Boylston Street, Boston in 2026.  The company announced in January 2023 that it was searching for a new home for its headquarters. After an "extensive" search, the Boylston Street location was chosen for its rich history, central location between Cambridge and Boston, and the region's diverse talent pool. "Boston is one of the United States’ most l…

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by Morgan Gonzales
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Closure For Construction Scheduled On Busy Roadway In Darien Closure For Construction Scheduled On Busy Roadway In Darien
Closure For Construction Scheduled On Busy Roadway In Darien A busy roadway will be closed to through traffic in Fairfield County during construction. The closure on Old Kings Highway in Darien on the bridge over Stony Brook River will run from Tuesday, Aug. 15, through Sunday, Aug. 27.  All residences will remain accessible throughout the construction period, the Darien Department of Public Works said. Emergency services will be able to reach all residences in the area.  Detour signs will be in place directing motorists to use Post Road to avoid the construction zone.  For questions…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Gas Leak Caused By Construction: Main Street Reopens In Ridgefield Gas Leak Caused By Construction: Main Street Reopens In Ridgefield
Gas Leak Caused By Construction: Main Street Reopens In Ridgefield This story has been updated. A gas leak caused by construction resulted in part of a busy Fairfield County road being closed to traffic.  The gas leak began on Thursday, June 15 in Ridgefield in the CVS parking lot at 467 Main St., Ridgefield Emergency Management announced just before 4:40 p.m. The leak was caused by construction activity in the area, officials said.  Main Street between Bailey Avenue and Prospect Street was closed before being reopened late Thursday afternoon.

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by Ben Crnic
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Lane Closures: I-684 To Be Affected In Multiple Towns Lane Closures: I-684 To Be Affected In Multiple Towns
Lane Closures: I-684 To Be Affected In Multiple Towns Traffic on a highway in Northern Westchester will soon be affected by a series of scheduled lane closures over the coming days.  The closures are scheduled to affect Interstate 684 in both the towns of Bedford and North Salem, according to the New York State Department of Transportation.  The closures will begin in Bedford on both directions of I-684 between Exit 4 (Route 172) and Exit 6 (Route 35) at night between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. beginning on Monday, June 5, and continuing to Friday, June 9 to allow for construction work.  The other closure will affect I-684 northbound in…

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by Ben Crnic
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Scheduled Lane Closure On Hutchinson River Parkway To Last Months Scheduled Lane Closure On Hutchinson River Parkway To Last Months
Scheduled Lane Closure On Hutchinson River Parkway To Last Months Traffic on a busy parkway in Westchester will soon be affected by a scheduled lane closure that will last months.  Beginning on Monday, March 27, one lane along the northbound Hutchinson River Parkway between Exit 13 ((Mamaroneck Avenue) in Scarsdale and Exit 14 (Route 127) in Harrison will close on weekdays between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to facilitate construction work, according to the New York State Department of Transportation.  The scheduled lane closure will last on weekdays through Wednesday, May 31, officials announced. 

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by Ben Crnic
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Lane Closures To Affect I-684 Stretch Lane Closures To Affect I-684 Stretch
Lane Closures To Affect I-684 Stretch Commuters who regularly travel on Interstate 684 in the Hudson Valley will soon face lane closures that will impact traffic.  The closures will affect I-684 in both Northern Westchester and Putnam County, between Exit 8 in North Salem (Hardscrabble Road) and Exit 9 in Southeast (Interstate 84), according to the New York State Department of Transportation.  On both Wednesday, March 15, and Thursday, March 16, two southbound lanes of the highway will close between 8 p.m. and 12 a.m., and one southbound lane will close between 12 a.m. and 3 a.m.  As for the northbound lanes, tw…

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by Ben Crnic
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Lane Closures To Affect Traffic On Busy Bridge Over I-95 Stretch: Part of 3-Year Project Lane Closures To Affect Traffic On Busy Bridge Over I-95 Stretch: Part of 3-Year Project
Lane Closures To Affect Traffic On Busy Bridge Over I-95 Stretch: Part of 3-Year Project A new traffic pattern will soon take effect on a busy bridge over Interstate 95 in Westchester, the first step of a major three-year project that will ultimately replace the structure.  Earlier Report - 3-Year Bridge Replacement Over I-95 To Snag Traffic In New Rochelle The new traffic pattern, which will include lane closures, will affect the North Avenue bridge in New Rochelle, which carries vehicles over Interstate 95 and is set to be replaced over the length of a three-year $31.8 million project.  Beginning on Wednesday, March 8,  cars, buses, and other vehicles with three axles or l…

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by Ben Crnic
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Lane Closures: Hutchinson River Parkway In Westchester To Be Affected For More Than Month Lane Closures: Hutchinson River Parkway In Westchester To Be Affected For More Than Month
Lane Closures: Hutchinson River Parkway In Westchester To Be Affected For More Than Month An upcoming lane closure will affect traffic on the Hutchinson River Parkway in Westchester County for over a month.  One lane of the northbound Hutchinson River Parkway between Exit 13 (Mamaroneck Avenue) in Scarsdale and Exit 14 (Route 127) in Harrison will close on weekdays beginning on Monday, Feb. 20, according to the New York Department of Transportation.  The closure will last between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on weekdays through Friday, March 24. The lane closure is to facilitate construction work. 

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by Ben Crnic
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Lane Closures To Affect Hutchinson River Parkway In Westchester For More Than Month Lane Closures To Affect Hutchinson River Parkway In Westchester For More Than Month
Lane Closures To Affect Hutchinson River Parkway In Westchester For More Than Month A scheduled lane closure will affect traffic on the Hutchinson River Parkway in Westchester County for over a month.  One lane of the southbound Hutchinson River Parkway between Exit 14 (Route 127) in Harrison and Exit 13 (Mamaroneck Avenue) in Scarsdale will close on weekdays beginning on Wednesday, Feb. 15, according to the New York Department of Transportation.  The closure will last between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on weekdays through Friday, March 24.  The lane closure is to facilitate construction work. 

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by Ben Crnic
Business
Construction Set To Begin On $4.2B New Terminal At JFK, Here's What Travelers Can Expect Construction Set To Begin On $4.2B New Terminal At JFK, Here's What Travelers Can Expect
Construction Set To Begin On $4.2B New Terminal At JFK, Here's What Travelers Can Expect Faster TSA lines, touchless technology from check-in to gate, and reduced traffic congestion. Those are just some of the improvements that travelers can expect once a $4.2 billion new terminal at John F. Kennedy International Airport is completed. Earlier Report: Construction Begins On $9.5 Billion 'New Terminal One' At JFK Airport Construction on the first phase of the 1.2 million-square-foot Terminal 6 is set to begin in early 2023, making room for an additional 10 gates, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Thursday, Nov. 17. "JFK International - the nation's door to the world - will soon …

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by Michael Mashburn
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Expect Delays: Single-Lane Daytime Closure Scheduled On Hutchinson River Parkway Expect Delays: Single-Lane Daytime Closure Scheduled On Hutchinson River Parkway
Expect Delays: Single-Lane Daytime Closure Scheduled On Hutchinson River Parkway Roadwork on a Westchester County highway could spell delays this week. Crews will be closing one southbound lane along the Hutchinson River Parkway between Scarsdale and Harrison on Tuesday, Nov. 1, according to the Department of Transportation. One lane is expected to close from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. between State Route 127 (exit 14) and Mamaroneck Avenue (exit 13). Transportation officials said the closure will allow road crews to facilitate construction activity in the area. Drivers were encouraged to slow down through that stretch and were reminded that fines are doubled for speeding in a…

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by Michael Mashburn
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City Worker Dragged 40 Feet By Car Of Irate Driver In Fairfield County, Police Say City Worker Dragged 40 Feet By Car Of Irate Driver In Fairfield County, Police Say
City Worker Dragged 40 Feet By Car Of Irate Driver In Fairfield County, Police Say A Fairfield County city employee is recovering after being dragged by a car of an irate driver for more than 40 feet down a roadway while performing construction work. The incident took place in Danbury around 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 26 on King Street. Officers from the Danbury Police Department responded to King Street for a report of a pedestrian hit by a car. Upon arrival, officers located a city of Danbury employee who received minor injuries after allegedly being dragged by a car, the department said.  An investigation revealed that Danbury employees were working in t…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Lane To Close On Hutchinson River Parkway In Westchester County Lane To Close On Hutchinson River Parkway In Westchester County
Lane To Close On Hutchinson River Parkway In Westchester County Motorists will need to look out for an upcoming lane closure on the Hutchinson River Parkway in Westchester County.  On Tuesday, Oct. 25, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., one lane will close along the Hutchinson River Parkway southbound between Exit 14 (State Route 127) in Harrison and Exit 13 (Mamaroneck Avenue) in Scarsdale, New York Department of Transportation officials said.  The closure is to allow for construction activities if the weather is ideal, officials said.  Commuters are asked to slow down and drive responsibly in the work zone, or face doubled fine…

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by Ben Crnic
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Park Somewhere Else: Limited Access To Public Playground In Area Until Further Notice Park Somewhere Else: Limited Access To Public Playground In Area Until Further Notice
Park Somewhere Else: Limited Access To Public Playground In Area Until Further Notice A popular playground in Westchester County will soon have limited access due to construction work.  On Monday, Oct. 24, the parking lot for Abendroth Park in Port Chester will begin to be paved, which could limit or completely block access, according to town officials.  Any visitors will have to park on surrounding streets until further notice in order to visit the park, which features a playground, pavilion area, dog park, and athletic field, officials said.  Officials said the paving work should not take long, as the town's Department of Public Works has already prepared t…

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by Ben Crnic
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Expect Delays: 2 Lanes To Be Closed During Daytime Roadwork On I-684 Expect Delays: 2 Lanes To Be Closed During Daytime Roadwork On I-684
Expect Delays: 2 Lanes To Be Closed During Daytime Roadwork On I-684 Motorists should expect delays during daytime double-lane closures on a busy stretch of I-684. The New York State Department of Transportation is advising motorists to expect two lanes to close along the roadway southbound, between Exit 3 (Route 22) and Exit 2 (Route 120) in the Town of New Castle, on Monday, Aug. 22, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., :to facilitate construction activities, weather permitting." Motorists are urged to slow down and drive responsibly in work zones, the DOT said, noting that fines are doubled for speeding in a work zone.  "Convictions of two or more speeding v…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Stretch Of Hutchinson River Parkway To Be Closed In Westchester For Days Stretch Of Hutchinson River Parkway To Be Closed In Westchester For Days
Stretch Of Hutchinson River Parkway To Be Closed In Westchester For Days An alert has been issued by the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) advising that a stretch of the Hutchinson River Parkway will be closed for days. Over the weekend, the southbound lanes of the parkway will be closed between Exit 8 (Cross County Parkway) in the City of New Rochelle and Exit 6 (East Lincoln Ave) in the City of Mount Vernon/Village of Pelham. The closure is scheduled to begin at 10 p.m. on Friday, May 20, and last through 5 a.m. on Monday, May 23, weather permitting. During the closure, motorists have been advised to utilize the signed detours for the Cross…

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by Zak Failla
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Expect Delays: Officials Announce Upcoming Closures On Stretch Of Saw Mill River Parkway Expect Delays: Officials Announce Upcoming Closures On Stretch Of Saw Mill River Parkway
Expect Delays: Officials Announce Upcoming Closures On Stretch Of Saw Mill River Parkway State officials are advising motorists to expect delays as a stretch of the Saw Mill River Parkway is set to close nightly in both directions to facilitate construction work. The New York State Department of Transportation made an announcement on Thursday, April 28, that the parkway will be closed between Exit 12 (Farragut Parkway) in Hastings-on-Hudson and Exit 17 (Ashford Avenue) in Dobbs Ferry.  The closures will take place each night from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. beginning Monday, May 2, through Thursday, May 5. Officials said the closures are needed to facilitate work on the Ravens…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Expect Delays: Lane Closures Scheduled On Hutchinson River Parkway Expect Delays: Lane Closures Scheduled On Hutchinson River Parkway
Expect Delays: Lane Closures Scheduled On Hutchinson River Parkway Motorists traveling on the Hutchinson River Parkway in Westchester can expect delays for several days as construction crews conduct work in the region. The New York State Department of Transportation issued an alert advising that there will be various lane closures on the parkway northbound between exit 12 (Mamaroneck Road) in Scarsdale, and exit 14 (State Route 127/North Street) in Harrison beginning on Monday, March 7. According to the NYSDOT, the closures are expected between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. daily through Friday, March 11. During the construction work, motorists have been advised to …

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by Zak Failla
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Expect Delays: Work To Resume On Saw Mill River Parkway Flood Project Expect Delays: Work To Resume On Saw Mill River Parkway Flood Project
Expect Delays: Work To Resume On Saw Mill River Parkway Flood Project Motorists in the Hudson Valley can expect delays as work ramps back up on the Saw Mill River Parkway flood mitigation project. Beginning on Monday, Dec. 13, construction crews in Westchester County will begin “daytime pile-driving” on the northbound lanes of the parkway as they look to make the roadway more resistant to flooding following years of issues that led to multiple road closures. According to the New York State Department of Transportation, the project includes elevating the new bridges on the parkway to meet 100-year flood projections, while a 1.3-mile stretch of the roadwa…

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by Zak Failla
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Stretch Of Hutchinson River Parkway To Be Closed Over Parts Of Three Days Stretch Of Hutchinson River Parkway To Be Closed Over Parts Of Three Days
Stretch Of Hutchinson River Parkway To Be Closed Over Parts Of Three Days The New York State Department of Transportation has advised motorists to expect delays as a stretch of the Hutchinson River Parkway is set to close for days due to construction. The department said the roadway will be closed in both directions from Exit 4A (I-95 North/New Haven) in the Village of Pelham Manor to Exit 8 (Cross County Parkway/George Washington Bridge) in New Rochelle. The closure is scheduled to take place from about 12 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 11, through 5 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 13.  The department said the closure will be implemented due to steel and drainage work for th…

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by Nicole Valinote
Police & Fire
Drunk Driver From Fairfield County Crashes In Construction Zone, Police Say Drunk Driver From Fairfield County Crashes In Construction Zone, Police Say
Drunk Driver From Fairfield County Crashes In Construction Zone, Police Say A Fairfield County man was arrested for alleged DWI after crashing into the back of a construction vehicle in a work zone in Westchester.  Fabian Madera, age 43, of Shelton, was arrested around 10:20 p.m., Tuesday, March 23, after New York State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on I-95 in Mamaroneck, said Trooper Tara McCormick. A preliminary investigation revealed that Madera was driving a Toyota Camry northbound, approaching a lane closure in a work zone when he rear-ended a construction vehicle blocking the right lane, McCormick said. Madera was found to be intoxicated, she …

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by Kathy Reakes
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Here's When New Bridge Replacement Project Will Start On I-95 In Fairfield County Here's When New Bridge Replacement Project Will Start On I-95 In Fairfield County
Here's When New Bridge Replacement Project Will Start On I-95 In Fairfield County The replacement of a bridge over I-95 will necessitate a long-term detour and cost nearly $1,500,000, according to the Connecticut Department of Transportation.  The overpass bridge in Westport on Beachside Avenue will be closed to traffic from approximately Monday, Jan. 4, 2021 until September, 2021, according to project manager Louis Eveno.  The multi steel girder bridge slated for replacement was built in 1958, and has reportedly deteriorated over time. The bridge will be replaced, Beachside Avenue will be realigned and the right turn lane will be removed from the structur…

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by Christina Coulter
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Roadwork Alert: Hutchinson River Parkway Lane Closure Will Last For Days Roadwork Alert: Hutchinson River Parkway Lane Closure Will Last For Days
Roadwork Alert: Hutchinson River Parkway Lane Closure Will Last For Days Construction projects on the Hutchinson River Parkway in Westchester County will lead to lane closures and delays for several days. The New York State Department of Transportation announced planned lane closures on the parkway beginning on Monday, June 22. Officials said there will be single-lane closures in both directions of the Hutchinson River Parkway between exit 10 (East 3rd Street) in the Village of Pelham and exit 13 (Cross County Parkway) in the City of Mount Vernon from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. through Friday, June 26 to facilitate tree trimming and cutting. In Scarsdale, there wi…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
Stamford’s Teen Center Needs Your Help With Final Touches Stamford’s Teen Center Needs Your Help With Final Touches
Stamford’s Teen Center Needs Your Help With Final Touches The days of a welcoming soda shop on the corner where the gang would meet and settle in a booth for hours after school is long gone—if it ever existed.  Today’s teens often find themselves in a whirlwind, caught between family, school, college and career planning, jobs, and peer pressure amplified by social media. Thanks to the Stamford Boys & Girls Club, serving the community since 1927, Stamford’s teens and young adults will have the specific support and guidance they need at a new Teen Center. Construction on the Teen Center started in the summer of 2019 and is finishing up.&n…

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by Daily Voice
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Kings Highway Bridge To Be Closed For Repairs Kings Highway Bridge To Be Closed For Repairs
Kings Highway Bridge To Be Closed For Repairs A bridge in Fairfield County will be closed for several weeks as contracting crews get to work on a replacement project. Westport town officials issued an alert to area residents warning that the Kings Highway Bridge over Willow Brook will be closed as of Monday, Feb. 24 as crews begin replacing the century-old bridge. The first phase entails the installation of a 36-inch sleeve under the existing bridge, officials said. During the project, Kings Highway will have to be closed to traffic. Nearby residents and business owners will have access to the area, but the bridge will remain closed. …

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by Zak Failla
Traffic
Hutchinson River Parkway Lane Closure Scheduled Hutchinson River Parkway Lane Closure Scheduled
Hutchinson River Parkway Lane Closure Scheduled The New York State Department of Transportation is advising motorists of a lane closure on the Hutchinson River Parkway. The Department says a lane closure is scheduled for the Hutchinson River Parkway northbound and southbound between Exit 8 (Sanford Boulevard) and Exit 13 (Cross County Parkway) in the Westchester County villages of Eastchester and Mount Vernon and the city of New Rochelle. The closure will occur Tuesday, Nov. 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. while crews perform construction activities, weather permitting. During this time, motorists should plan accordingly, seek alternate route…

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by Valerie Musson
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Expect Delays: New Round Of Weekday I-684 Double-Lane Closures Scheduled Expect Delays: New Round Of Weekday I-684 Double-Lane Closures Scheduled
Expect Delays: New Round Of Weekday I-684 Double-Lane Closures Scheduled Motorists are advised that various double-lane closures are scheduled on a stretch of I-684 southbound. The closures will be between Exit 5 (Saw Mill River Parkway) and Exit 4 (Route 172), on Wednesday, November 6, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., while crews perform construction activities, weather permitting. Motorists should anticipate delays and plan accordingly. Drivers are asked to use caution when traveling through the work zone area and pay particular attention to all traffic control devices, including signs and flaggers. Motorists are reminded that fines are doubled for speeding in a …

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by Daily Voice
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Expect Delays: Double-Lane Closures Scheduled On Hutchinson River Parkway Expect Delays: Double-Lane Closures Scheduled On Hutchinson River Parkway
Expect Delays: Double-Lane Closures Scheduled On Hutchinson River Parkway The New York State Department of Transportation is warning motorists of the double-lane closures scheduled on the Hutchinson River Parkway in Westchester. The Department says that double lane closures are expected, with traffic diverted to the right shoulder, on the Hutchinson River Parkway northbound between Exit 21 and Exit 22 in Scarsdale. The closures will begin Tuesday, Sept. 10 and continue daily through Friday, Sept. 13 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. while crews perform construction activities, weather permitting. During this time, motorists are advised to use extra caution when traveli…

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by Valerie Musson
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Expect Delays: New Round Of Hutchinson River Parkway Shoulder Closures Scheduled Expect Delays: New Round Of Hutchinson River Parkway Shoulder Closures Scheduled
Expect Delays: New Round Of Hutchinson River Parkway Shoulder Closures Scheduled A new round of closures has been announced for the Hutchinson River Parkway in Westchester, officials say. New York State Department of Transportation officials are warning motorists that a shoulder closure is scheduled on the Hutchinson River Parkway southbound between Exit 30 (King Street) and Exit 29 (North Ridge Street) in the Village of Rye Brook. This closure will take place from Monday, Aug. 12 through Friday, Aug. 16 between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. while construction crews perform maintenance activities, weather permitting. During this time, motorists are asked to anticipate …

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by Valerie Musson