Record Travel Expected This Thanksgiving: Here Are Best, Worst Times To Hit Road Record Travel Expected This Thanksgiving: Here Are Best, Worst Times To Hit Road
Record Travel Expected This Thanksgiving: Here Are Best, Worst Times To Hit Road Expect plenty of company on the roads as you head to grandma’s house. A record 79.9 million travelers are expected to head 50 miles or more from home over the Thanksgiving holiday travel period, AAA forecasts. That’s up 1.7 million over last year. Broken down by mode of transportation, a record 71.7 million people will travel by car, up 1.3 million over last year, while a record 5.84 million people will fly domestically, an increase of 2 percent compared to last year. Nearly 2.3 million people are expected to travel by other modes, including buses, trains, and cruises – a jump of almost 9 …
Cape Cod Nurse Shares Eery Photo Of Packed Car Morning Of Virginia Crash That Killed Her Cape Cod Nurse Shares Eery Photo Of Packed Car Morning Of Virginia Crash That Killed Her
Cape Cod Nurse Shares Eery Photo Of Packed Car Morning Of Virginia Crash That Killed Her A Massachusetts nurse who was apparently heading south for the winter was killed in a five-vehicle chain-reaction crash in Virginia. On the day that she died, Lauren Johnson-Lavender, 69, shared a Facebook photo of her family's vehicle packed and ready for what appears to be a lengthy trip out of Massachusetts. Nearly 100 people wished her safe travels. Johnson-Lavender would later be identified by investigators as the victim killed in a crash on I-495 that temporarily shut down a stretch of the interstate. Johnson-Lavender was a passenger in a Lexus that was stopped in traffic a…
Maryland State Police ID MA, NJ Women Killed In Crash, Virginia Victim Airlifted To Hospital Maryland State Police ID MA, NJ Women Killed In Crash, Virginia Victim Airlifted To Hospital
Maryland State Police ID MA, NJ Women Killed In Crash, Virginia Victim Airlifted To Hospital Two people were killed and a third was airlifted to the hospital on Wednesday afternoon following a multi-vehicle crash in Charles County, state police confirmed. On Thursday, police said that Norma Matthews, 81, of Lowell, Massachusetts, and Virginia Licata, 86, of Blackwood, NJ, have been identified as the pair killed in a crash on July 24 that shut down Route 301 for hours. The other driver, King George, Virginia resident Caitlynn Connell, 28, was also flown by Maryland State Police helicopter to Capital Region Medical Center for treatment of her injuries. According to police, shor…
Overnight Garbage Truck Fire Creates Backup On I-495 North In Hopkinton Overnight Garbage Truck Fire Creates Backup On I-495 North In Hopkinton
Overnight Garbage Truck Fire Creates Backup On I-495 North In Hopkinton Part of I-495 North in Hopkinton was closed Friday morning, June 16, so crews could clean up after a vehicle fire and fuel spill that happened overnight.  Westborough Fire responded to a trash truck fire above Flanders Road around 3 a.m., the department said on Facebook. The fire caused a large fuel spill, which resulted in crews enlisting the help of the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection.  Westborough Engine 4 responded to Interstate 495 northbound above Flanders Road at approximately 3am for this trash... Posted by Westborough Fire Department on Friday, June 16, 20…
No Injuries Reported Following School Bus Crash On Route 20 In Auburn: Police No Injuries Reported Following School Bus Crash On Route 20 In Auburn: Police
No Injuries Reported Following School Bus Crash On Route 20 In Auburn: Police No injuries were reported following as crash between a Worcester public school bus and a van in Auburn this week, authorities and reports said. The crash occurred on Route 20 in Auburn on Wednesday morning, May 3, according to the Auburn Police Department. The crash happened between the bus and a van at Millbury Street around 9 a.m., according to a Facebook post from the department.  Motor vehicle crash Route 20 at Millbury Street. Please avoid the area! The school bus was empty (other than the driver) at the time of the crash! Posted by Auburn MA Police Department on Wednesday, May 3…
Rollover Crash With Injuries Shuts Down Route 12 In Auburn: Authorities Rollover Crash With Injuries Shuts Down Route 12 In Auburn: Authorities
Rollover Crash With Injuries Shuts Down Route 12 In Auburn: Authorities One person sustained minor injuries in a rollover crash that shut down a major route in Central Massachusetts Monday afternoon, Feb. 6, authorities said. The crash happened on Route 12 at Swanson Road in Auburn around 2 p.m., according to Auburn Police on Twitter. The incident closed Route 12 in both directions as a result. Route 12 closed both directions temporarily while investigation into this crash is underway. Minor injuries only. @auburnmassfire and police in roadway so please use caution ⛔️ pic.twitter.com/83r4N4Ah0q — Auburn Police (@AuburnMAPolice) February 6, 2023 The driver…
Morning Commute Greatly Extended By Multi-Lane Crash On Mass Pike In Allston Morning Commute Greatly Extended By Multi-Lane Crash On Mass Pike In Allston
Morning Commute Greatly Extended By Multi-Lane Crash On Mass Pike In Allston Exponentially heavy delays were expected on the Mass Pike just outside of Boston after a car crash blocked all three travel lanes, officials said.  The crash happened on I-90 East in Allston near the Market Street overpass (New Balance Building) on Monday morning, Jan. 30, according to WBZ Traffic on Twitter. #Breaking right now crash EB on the Pike. Only 1 lane of traffic gets by, traffic backed up to EX 125 - Rt-16/West Newton. Drive time from 128 TO I-93: 58 MIN @wbz pic.twitter.com/wa2bspD8bV — Breana Pitts (@BrePWBZ) January 30, 2023 The crash reduced the highway to only the cent…
Driver Pulled From Tractor-Trailer Rollover Crash On I-495 In Southborough Driver Pulled From Tractor-Trailer Rollover Crash On I-495 In Southborough
Driver Pulled From Tractor-Trailer Rollover Crash On I-495 In Southborough A driver had to be pulled from his tractor-trailer after it rolled over on a major highway in Central Massachusetts, officials said. The rollover crash was reported at Exit 59B on I-495 North in Southborough on the evening of Thursday, Jan. 19, according to MassDOT on Twitter.  Tractor trailer rollover crash in #Southborough on I-495-NB at exit 59B. The Ramp from I-495 NB to Rt 9 WB is currently closed. — Mass. Transportation (@MassDOT) January 19, 2023 Local crews responded to pull the driver from the vehicle, which also reportedly spilt diesel along the road. The crash reduced the ro…
Crash With Serious Injuries Causing Delays On Mass Pike In Central Mass Crash With Serious Injuries Causing Delays On Mass Pike In Central Mass
Crash With Serious Injuries Causing Delays On Mass Pike In Central Mass Serious injures were reported after a crash involving a car and a tractor-trailer that was causing delays on the Mass Pike in Central Massachusetts during rush hour, officials said. The crash was reported on I-90 West in Charlton near mile marker 85 by the Hammond Hill Overpass around 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 14, according to MassDOT on Twitter. Car/tractor trailer crash with serious injuries in #Charlton on I-90 WB near MM 85 by the Hammond Hill Overpass. Expect delays. — Mass. Transportation (@MassDOT) December 14, 2022 Two people were found unresponsive and were being pulled from t…
Traffic Backed Up On I-95 South In Lexington Because Of Multi-Car Crash Traffic Backed Up On I-95 South In Lexington Because Of Multi-Car Crash
Traffic Backed Up On I-95 South In Lexington Because Of Multi-Car Crash Traffic was backed up between Route 2A and Route 2 in Lexington because of a multi-vehicle crash, officials said. The crash was reported on I-95 South near Exit 46A around 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 14, according to a Tweet from MassDOT Multi-vehicle crash in #Lexington on I-95-SB near Exit 46A. Left lane closed. — Mass. Transportation (@MassDOT) December 14, 2022 The left lane was closed as a result and the scene was cleared around 11 a.m., MassDOT Tweeted. No word yet on any injuries. 
2 People Killed In Wrong-Way Crash On Route 20 In Central Mass: Police 2 People Killed In Wrong-Way Crash On Route 20 In Central Mass: Police
2 People Killed In Wrong-Way Crash On Route 20 In Central Mass: Police Two people have died following a wrong-way crash involving several vehicles on a major route in Central Massachusetts, authorities said. State Troopers responded to the three-vehicle crash on Route 20 at Carroll Hill Road in Charlton on the morning of Wednesday, Dec. 7, Massachusetts State Police report. The crash closed Route 20 in both directions, according to MassDOT on Twitter. On scene Charlton, Rte 20 at Carroll Hill Rd. Serious mva. Photo recon and crime scene requested. #wcvb pic.twitter.com/zv5CiQZFTq — Matthew Gregoire (@BreakngNewsPhtg) December 7, 2022 Both of the victims w…
Injuries Reported In Multi-Vehicle Crash On Mass Pike In Framingham Injuries Reported In Multi-Vehicle Crash On Mass Pike In Framingham
Injuries Reported In Multi-Vehicle Crash On Mass Pike In Framingham Traffic was delayed for several miles following a multi-vehicle crash with reported injuries on the Mass Pike, officials said. The crash happened near Exit 111 on I-90 East in Framingham on the morning of Wednesday, Dec. 7, MassDOT said on Twitter. Delays of more than 20 minutes were expected.  Multi-vehicle crash in #Framingham on I-90-EB near Exit 111. Two right lanes closed. Expect delays — Mass. Transportation (@MassDOT) December 7, 2022 The crash also shut down the right lanes and jammed traffic back to I-495 in Hopkinton, WBZ Traffic reports. #MATraffic update - the crash on …
Serious Rollover Crash Causes Delays On I-495 North In Central Mass Serious Rollover Crash Causes Delays On I-495 North In Central Mass
Serious Rollover Crash Causes Delays On I-495 North In Central Mass A serious rollover crash was causing significant delays on a highway in Central Massachusetts, authorities said.  The crash happened near Exit 70 on I-495 North around 11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 21, according to MassDOT on Twitter. Roll over crash with injuries in #Bolton on I-495-NB near exit 70. Left lane closed. — Mass. Transportation (@MassDOT) November 21, 2022 The crash closed off the left lane and delays were expected as a result, according to traffic reporter Kevin Brennan on Twitter. #MATraffic #Bolton Rt 495 North crash involving a vehicle off the road has the left lane blo…
Tractor-Trailer Rollover Crash Prompts Delays On I-290 In Central Mass Tractor-Trailer Rollover Crash Prompts Delays On I-290 In Central Mass
Tractor-Trailer Rollover Crash Prompts Delays On I-290 In Central Mass A tractor-trailer rollover crash shut down a major highway in Central Massachusetts, prompting delays of nearly an hour.  The crash happened near Exit 26 on I-290 East in Shrewsbury just before 8 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 18, according to MassDOT on Twitter.  Tractor trailer rollover crash in #Shrewsbury on I-290-EB at exit 26 (Rt 140). I-290 EB at Exit 26 (Rt 140) is currently closed. — Mass. Transportation (@MassDOT) November 18, 2022 The incident, which involved several cars, blocked all three travel lanes and caused a backup to Plantation Street in Worcester, WBZ Traffic said on Twitter…
UPDATE: Driver Hospitalized In Wrong Way Crash On I-395 In Central Mass UPDATE: Driver Hospitalized In Wrong Way Crash On I-395 In Central Mass
Update: Driver Hospitalized In Wrong Way Crash On I-395 In Central Mass One person is hospitalized after a wrong way driver crashed into a tractor-trailer on a Massachusetts highway, Quiet Corner Alerts reports.  The crash happened after a pickup truck going the wrong direction entered I-395 North around 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 17, the source said. That truck then collided head-on with a tractor-trailer going the right direction just before Exit 7A, the source continued.  O/s in Oxford, I-395 NB prior to Exit 7A wrong way driver Posted by Quiet Corner Alerts on Thursday, November 17, 2022 The driver involved in the crash was said to be conscious and al…
Tractor-Trailer Rollover Crash Causes Delays On Mass Pike In Weston Tractor-Trailer Rollover Crash Causes Delays On Mass Pike In Weston
Tractor-Trailer Rollover Crash Causes Delays On Mass Pike In Weston Delays were expected after a tractor-trailer rolled over and crashed on the Mass Pike just outside of Boston, MassDOT said in Twitter. Tractor trailer rollover crash #Weston on I-90-EB at Exit 123. The left lane of the off ramp is closed. Expect Delays. — Mass. Transportation (@MassDOT) November 9, 2022 The crash happened near Exit 123 on I-90 East in Weston around 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 9, according to MassDOT. The left lane of the off-ramp was closed as a result.  No other information was immediately available. 
64-Year-Old Man Airlifted To Hospital After Serious Motorcycle Crash In Acton 64-Year-Old Man Airlifted To Hospital After Serious Motorcycle Crash In Acton
64-Year-Old Man Airlifted To Hospital After Serious Motorcycle Crash In Acton One person is in the hospital following a serious motorcycle crash in Acton, authorities said. Police responded to multiple reports about a motorcycle and motor vehicle that collided in the area of 130 Great Road and Routes 2A and 119 just after noon on Monday, Oct. 31, Acton Police and Fire report.  Upon arrival, officers found a 64-year-old man suffering from injuries. He was airlifted to a Boston hospital for further treatment, both departments said. Great Road was closed as a result.  The driver of the car remained at the scene and cooperated with police, authorities continued. The cra…
2 Seriously Injured In Webster Car Wreck, Police Ask Drivers To Stay Away (DEVELOPING) 2 Seriously Injured In Webster Car Wreck, Police Ask Drivers To Stay Away (DEVELOPING)
2 Seriously Injured In Webster Car Wreck, Police Ask Drivers To Stay Away (Developing) Police and firefighters were on the scene of a crash in Webster Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 25, where two people were seriously injured.  Webster police tweeted that the wreck happened along Cudworth Road, and responders took two people to the hospital. Police ask drivers to avoid Cudworth Road for the time being as they clean up and investigate the scene.  Police Fire and EMS are on scene at Cudworth Road investigating a serious motor vehicle accident. Two people were transported to the hospital with serious injuries. Please avoid the area as Police investigate. pic.twitter.com/hNzIflz4Jh …
Dump Truck Rollover Crash Causes 5-Mile Backup On I-95 North In Waltham Dump Truck Rollover Crash Causes 5-Mile Backup On I-95 North In Waltham
Dump Truck Rollover Crash Causes 5-Mile Backup On I-95 North In Waltham A dump truck rollover crash has caused a five-mile backup on I-95 north in Waltham, Massachusetts State Police said on Twitter.  The crash was reported at Trapelo Road, near exit 44B, around 2:40 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 20, according to the Tweet. Troopers on-scene, Rt 95 north at Trapelo Rd., Waltham, for dump truck rollover. The truck spilled its load of stone/debris. Right lane, break down lane, and ramp from Trapelo to 95 NB shut down at this time, and there is a five mile backup. #MATraffic — Mass State Police (@MassStatePolice) October 20, 2022 The truck reportedly spilled grav…
Tractor-Trailer Reportedly Carrying Tomato Sauce Crashes On I-290 In Worcester Tractor-Trailer Reportedly Carrying Tomato Sauce Crashes On I-290 In Worcester
Tractor-Trailer Reportedly Carrying Tomato Sauce Crashes On I-290 In Worcester A tractor-trailer rollover crash in central Massachusetts made for quite the messy morning commute as the truck reportedly carrying tomato sauce blocked a major highway.  WORCESTER COMMUTERS: Big delay on 290 W for a box truck carrying spaghetti sauce flipped on its side Sauce is safe in containers @SpecNews1Worc pic.twitter.com/HM3QQtRR1L — Meghan Parsons (@ParsMeghan) October 18, 2022 The crash happened on I-290 west at I-90 on the morning of Tuesday, Oct. 18, according to a Tweet from WBZ Traffic. The overturned truck was reportedly blocking the center and two right lanes. #MA…
Tractor-Trailer Crash, Fuel Spill Cause Delays On I-495 South In Hopkinton Tractor-Trailer Crash, Fuel Spill Cause Delays On I-495 South In Hopkinton
Tractor-Trailer Crash, Fuel Spill Cause Delays On I-495 South In Hopkinton Multiple crews were on the scene of a large fuel spill after a tractor-trailer crashed on I-495 south in Hopkinton. The incident happened near Exit 58 on the afternoon of Monday, Oct. 17, according to a Tweet from MassDOT.  Update: Large fuel spill. Cleanup ongoing. https://t.co/6FRYJqbfrR — Mass. Transportation (@MassDOT) October 17, 2022 The fuel from the truck was said to have spilled on the ramps from I-495 to the Mass Pike, Westborough Fire said on Twitter. ** Traffic Alert ** Westborough firefighters are working a crash involving a tractor trailer with fuel spill on the ramps…
Police Officers Seriously Hurt From Major Crash On Main Street In Waltham: Report Police Officers Seriously Hurt From Major Crash On Main Street In Waltham: Report
Police Officers Seriously Hurt From Major Crash On Main Street In Waltham: Report Two police officers are seriously injured following a crash involving police motorcycles during a funeral procession that shut down a portion of Main Street in Waltham, NECN reports.  Waltham Police said Main Street was closed from Hill Road to Market Place Drive after a "major" crash around 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 6.  Be Advised: Due to a major motor vehicle crash in the area, Main Street is closed from Hill Road to Market Place Drive. Please avoid the area and seek alternate route. Posted by Waltham MA Police Department on Thursday, October 6, 2022 The crash happened during …
Double 'Storrowing' In Westfield, West Springfield Leads To $2M Lawsuit: Court Docs Double 'Storrowing' In Westfield, West Springfield Leads To $2M Lawsuit: Court Docs
Double 'Storrowing' In Westfield, West Springfield Leads To $2M Lawsuit: Court Docs The beginning of every month brings with it a clean game board for nearly every Bostonian's favorite game: Storrowing.  When will a trucker or new-to-town U-Haul driver misjudge the height of the overpasses on Storrow Drive and crash into one? It's such a common phenomenon that all car-bridge collisions in and around Boston are called "Storrowing."  Tractor-trailer roof torn off in 'Storrowing' on Memorial Drive in Cambridge https://t.co/U5mMEffoMH pic.twitter.com/Bn5qnn5wtu — WBZ | CBS Boston News (@wbz) September 15, 2022 One upstate New York man pulled off the rare feat of a double…
Tewksbury Man, 60, Killed In Serious Car Crash On I-495 In Boxborough Tewksbury Man, 60, Killed In Serious Car Crash On I-495 In Boxborough
Tewksbury Man, 60, Killed In Serious Car Crash On I-495 In Boxborough A Tewksbury man was killed in a serious car crash that happened on I-495 north in Boxborough, authorities said. Steven Michaud, age 60, was injured in the crash that occurred around 4:35 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 9, Massachusetts State Police said. The crash was first reported by Boxborough Fire on Twitter. Engine 64, A1, Engine 63 are on Route 495 North, North of Route 111 for a serious MVA. Medflight is enroute and the highway is closed.@BoxboroughPD — Boxborough Fire Department (@BoxboroughFire) September 9, 2022 Initial investigation revealed that Michaud was driving his 2014 Audi A6 w…
Serious Car Accident Reported On I-495 In Boxborough Serious Car Accident Reported On I-495 In Boxborough
Serious Car Accident Reported On I-495 In Boxborough A serious car accident was reported on I-495 North in Boxborough just before 5 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 9, Boxborough Fire said on Twitter. Engine 64, A1, Engine 63 are on Route 495 North, North of Route 111 for a serious MVA. Medflight is enroute and the highway is closed.@BoxboroughPD — Boxborough Fire Department (@BoxboroughFire) September 9, 2022 The accident caused the entire highway to be closed, Boxborough fire said. A medical helicopter was en route as well. This is developing story so check back for updates. 
Dump Truck Rollover Crash Closes Part Of Route 20 In Central Mass: Authorities Dump Truck Rollover Crash Closes Part Of Route 20 In Central Mass: Authorities
Dump Truck Rollover Crash Closes Part Of Route 20 In Central Mass: Authorities A portion of Route 20 in Auburn was closed after a dump truck rolled over and spilled gravel all over the roadway, authorities said.  Route 20 is closed at Millbury Street and Montclair Drive for a roll over dump truck. Avoid the area pic.twitter.com/WsDUwN6uM3 — Auburn Police (@AuburnMAPolice) August 24, 2022 Crews responded to the crash at 198 Washington Street (Route 20) just after 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 24, Auburn Fire said on Twitter. The driver was reportedly still trapped inside.  Engine 4, Ambulance 4 responding to 198 Washington St. (Rt.20) for a reported MVA. Reported d…
Tractor Trailer Rollover Crash Shuts Down Multiple Lanes On Mass Pike In Boston Tractor Trailer Rollover Crash Shuts Down Multiple Lanes On Mass Pike In Boston
Tractor Trailer Rollover Crash Shuts Down Multiple Lanes On Mass Pike In Boston Multiple lanes were closed and traffic was delayed after a tractor trailer rolled over on the Mass Pike in Boston. #MaTraffic Alert: Mass Pike/I-90 East after X131 in #Allston. Overturned tractor trailer. Left lanes blocked. Also affecting westbound in the left lanes. @WBZTraffic pic.twitter.com/XymZ8PsVFP — Rob Hakala (@RobHakala) August 13, 2022 The accident was reported on I-90 east by Exit 131 in Allston just after 7 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 13, according to a Tweet from MassDOT. It closed the left and center lanes of the highway.  Tractor trailer rollover crash with injuries on I…
Fallen Highway Sign Shuts Down Right Lane On I-190 South In Central Mass Fallen Highway Sign Shuts Down Right Lane On I-190 South In Central Mass
Fallen Highway Sign Shuts Down Right Lane On I-190 South In Central Mass A large highway sign took a dive onto I-190 in Worcester Tuesday morning, Aug. 9, resulting in the closure of the right lane. The incident was reported on I-190 South just before Exit 1 by MassDOT after 8 a.m. A person driving by captured the scene showing traffic cones blocking off the ramp. Traffic was being detoured to Exit 2 as a result. The damage was cleared around 8:43 a.m., NBC Boston reports. No word on what caused the sign to crash. 
IDs Released For Connecticut Duo Killed In Massachusetts Rollover Crash IDs Released For Connecticut Duo Killed In Massachusetts Rollover Crash
IDs Released For Connecticut Duo Killed In Massachusetts Rollover Crash Authorities have identified the Connecticut duo killed in a morning rollover crash on I-290 in Worcester as Luc Morin, age 65, and Christine Banavige, age 52, both of New Britain. They were killed after their pickup truck rolled over after being struck by a 2009 Toyota Matrix, Massachusetts State Police said.  The crash was reported just before Exit 24 on the morning of Saturday, July 30, according to a Tweet from MassDOT. Rollover crash with serious injuries in #Worcester on I-290-EB near exit 24. Two right lanes closed 2 RTLs closed. Expect delays in the area. — Mass. Transportation …
Connecticut Duo Killed In Morning Rollover Crash In Massachusetts: Report Connecticut Duo Killed In Morning Rollover Crash In Massachusetts: Report
Connecticut Duo Killed In Morning Rollover Crash In Massachusetts: Report Two people have died after their pickup truck rolled over on I-290 in Worcester, NECN reports. The victims were identified as a 65-year-old man and a 52-year-old woman from New Britain, Connecticut, the outlet said citing Massachusetts State Police. Their identities were not officially released. Another vehicle was also involved and the driver of that car was taken to a local hospital with minor injuries, NECN continued.  The crash was reported by Exit 24 just on the morning of Saturday, July 30, according to a Tweet from MassDOT. Rollover crash with serious injuries in #Worcester on …
Truck Rollover Crash Reported On Route 128 In Wellesley (DEVELOPING) Truck Rollover Crash Reported On Route 128 In Wellesley (DEVELOPING)
Truck Rollover Crash Reported On Route 128 In Wellesley (Developing) Wellesley Police and Massachusetts State Police were on the scene of a crash where a truck rolled over onto a car on Route 128 North in Wellesley, both departments said on Twitter. The accident occurred before the Newton line on the afternoon of Tuesday, July 26. Only minor injuries were reported.  WPD is assisting @MassStatePolice with a truck vs car on Rt 128 north prior to the Newton line. One lane gets by. Minor injuries on scene. pic.twitter.com/Ugc3uRhp6t — Wellesley Police (@WellesleyPolice) July 26, 2022 The left two lanes of Route 128 were blocked as a result. Drivers were bei…