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Serious Crash Affects Route 17 Stretch In Orange County, Causes Injuries (DEVELOPING) Serious Crash Affects Route 17 Stretch In Orange County, Causes Injuries (DEVELOPING)
Serious Crash Affects Route 17 Stretch In Orange County, Causes Injuries (Developing) A serious motor vehicle accident forced a lane closure on a stretch of Route 17 in Orange County, causing significant traffic disruptions as authorities conducted an ongoing investigation.  The crash happened on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at around 3 a.m. Route 17 between Exit 122 at Crystal Run Road and Exit 122A at Fletcher Street, leading to a full eastbound closure of the highway between these exits, the Town of Wallkill Police Department announced at around 5:30 a.m.  As of 9:15 a.m. on Wednesday, the right lane of two lanes was blocked to traffic, causing backups.  Author…

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by Ben Crnic
Lifestyle
These Are 10 Worst Cities For Traffic In US: Brand-New Rankings These Are 10 Worst Cities For Traffic In US: Brand-New Rankings
These Are 10 Worst Cities For Traffic In US: Brand-New Rankings Traffic jams continue to plague urban centers across the United States, leading to lost time, increased costs, and frustration for millions of commuters.  The 2024 INRIX Global Traffic Scorecard sheds light on the cities most affected, providing valuable insights into the challenges faced by drivers. Here are the 10 cities with the worst traffic, according to INRIX: New York City – The Big Apple leads the nation, with drivers losing countless hours in traffic. Chicago – The Windy City ranks second, with congestion remaining a major issue. Los Angeles – LA’s infamous gridlock earns it…

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by Joe Lombardi
News
First-In-Nation Congestion Pricing Plan Takes Effect In Manhattan: Here's What To Know First-In-Nation Congestion Pricing Plan Takes Effect In Manhattan: Here's What To Know
First-In-Nation Congestion Pricing Plan Takes Effect In Manhattan: Here's What To Know Driving in New York City and heading south of midtown Manhattan? You'll now be paying for it. New York City has become the first city in the nation to implement a congestion pricing plan, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at reducing traffic in Manhattan’s busiest areas while funding crucial public transit improvements. This plan went into effect on Sunday, January 5. It seeks to lower traffic congestion, improve air quality, and finance important upgrades to public transportation. Key Details of the Plan Toll Rates: Vehicles entering Manhattan below 60th Street will incur a toll starti…

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by Joe Lombardi
News
Congestion Pricing Plan Set To Start In NYC: Here's When, Where, What It Costs Congestion Pricing Plan Set To Start In NYC: Here's When, Where, What It Costs
Congestion Pricing Plan Set To Start In NYC: Here's When, Where, What It Costs Driving into New York City and heading south of midtown Manhattan? You'll be paying for it. New York City’s congestion pricing plan, set to begin on Sunday, Jan. 5, aims to reduce traffic congestion, improve air quality, and fund crucial public transit upgrades.  Vehicles entering Manhattan below 60th Street will incur a toll, with rates starting at $9 per day. The Federal Highway Administration approved the program last month. However, lawsuits could potentially stop the planned rollout. The toll is aimed at reducing gridlock and enhancing traffic flow in the Central Business Distr…

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by Joe Lombardi
Traffic
Thruway Would Get New Exit Under Proposal From County Legislator To Improve ‘Quality Of Life' Thruway Would Get New Exit Under Proposal From County Legislator To Improve ‘Quality Of Life'
Thruway Would Get New Exit Under Proposal From County Legislator To Improve ‘Quality Of Life' Drivers could soon see a new exit on the New York State Thruway. Albany County Legislator Zach Collins is asking Gov. Kathy Hochul to approve construction of a new exit on I-87 in the town of Coeymans. In a letter sent to Hochul’s office Thursday, Dec. 14, Collins said increased industrial traffic regularly clogs State Routes 143 and 144, “causing significant quality of life issues for residents in Coeymans and Ravena.” Because of the town’s location, large commercial vehicles must use the state routes to reach Thruway exits 22 to the north and 21B to the south. “The large amount of truck…

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by Michael Mashburn
Traffic
Lane Closures Suspended Across NY For Holiday Weekend Lane Closures Suspended Across NY For Holiday Weekend
Lane Closures Suspended Across NY For Holiday Weekend Gov. Kathy Hochul, in anticipation of the upcoming holiday weekend, announced the suspension of all construction-related lane closures across the state. From 6 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 1 to 6 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 6, all temporary lane closures for road and bridge construction projects across New York State will be suspended, the governor announced on Friday, Sept. 1. The decision is meant to ease travel congestion over Labor Day Weekend, Hochul said. “From our scenic trails to our world-class state parks, New York is home to some of the best places to celebrate Labor Day weekend,” she sa…

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by Sophie Grieser
Police & Fire
Brush Fire Backs Up Traffic On Old Route 17 As Firefighters Battle Blaze Brush Fire Backs Up Traffic On Old Route 17 As Firefighters Battle Blaze
Brush Fire Backs Up Traffic On Old Route 17 As Firefighters Battle Blaze Motorists should expect delays in the area of Old Route 17 in Rockland County due to a large brush fire. The fire, which was first detected late on Sunday, Nov. 8, continued to burn early Monday, Nov. 9, by the bus garage in Hillburn, Ramapo Police said. Police said traffic is congested due to a heavy fire department presence in that area as they battle the blaze.

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
Time Is Money: Here's How Much Traffic Congestion Costs NYC Commuters Time Is Money: Here's How Much Traffic Congestion Costs NYC Commuters
Time Is Money: Here's How Much Traffic Congestion Costs NYC Commuters The daily congestion that commuters deal with each day is costing New York City billions of dollars, according to a new study. INRIX, Inc. a transportation analytics service published it’s latest Global Traffic Scorecard that identified and ranked congestion and mobility trends in more than 900 cities, across 43 countries. That study found that New York City commuters ranked fourth overall - down from second last year - nationwide in losing an average of 140 hours in congestion. The cost each driver incurs while being stuck in traffic is an average of $2,072 annually, and the total cost to …

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
54.3M Americans Traveling 50 Miles Or More From Home Over Thanksgiving 54.3M Americans Traveling 50 Miles Or More From Home Over Thanksgiving
54.3M Americans Traveling 50 Miles Or More From Home Over Thanksgiving Hitting the road over Thanksgiving time? You're not alone.  To say the least. Much of America is as well - 54 million, to be exact, according to AAA. These numbers make for the highest travel rates recorded since 2005. The 54.3 million Americans traveling more than 50 miles away from home this Thanksgiving week (Wednesday, Nov. 21 through Sunday, Nov. 25) represents a 4.8% increase from last year. “Consumers have a lot to be thankful for this holiday season: higher wages, more disposable income and rising levels of household wealth,” said Bill Sutherland, senior vice president of AA…

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by Valerie Musson
Lifestyle
'Perfect Storm' Of Repairs, Construction Could Create NYC Commute Chaos, Report Says 'Perfect Storm' Of Repairs, Construction Could Create NYC Commute Chaos, Report Says
'Perfect Storm' Of Repairs, Construction Could Create NYC Commute Chaos, Report Says A “perfect storm” of construction and repairs may cause a nightmarish commuter into Manhattan for several years. A New York Post report outlined the troubles commuters may face in the coming years, as crews get set to begin extensive subway repairs, highway construction work, railroad work and other projects that will tie up traffic and cause gridlock in the city. Beginning on Friday, crews will begin work preparing for the scheduled 15-month shutdown of the L-train subway between Brooklyn and Manhattan. That pattern is scheduled to continue on non-consecutive weekends for several months. T…

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by Zak Failla