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Politics
Cost Of Mario Cuomo Bridge Signs Remains A Mystery
M might as well stand for mystery. The cost of installing newly-labeled signs heading toward the former Tappan Zee Bridge is unknown. A Freedom of Information Law request seeking the cost of installing new Mario Cuomo Bridge signs, filed by Daily Voice on Jan. 2, got this reply from the State Department of Transportation on March 25: "A diligent search of our files failed to reveal any records which were responsive to your request." This week, Westchester County residents and their state Senator are questioning changes being made to Thruway signs that omitted the middle initial for t…
New City, NY
Traffic
New Tappan Zee Bridge Span Reopens After Fire Breaks Out On RV
The Westchester-bound span of the new Tappan Zee Bridge has reopened after a fire involving a recreational vehicle broke out. The blaze, on an RV pulling a Honda Pilot, began just before 3:30 p.m. and was quickly contained, the New York State Thruway Authority said in a statement. No injuries were reported. "A structural engineer has evaluated the overhead gantry structure, and all lanes have re-opened to allow traffic to flow," the NYSTA said at 5 p.m. "Motorists should expect residual delays.”
New City, NY
Police & Fire
New Tappan Zee Bridge Span Reopens After Fire Breaks Out On RV
This story has been updated. The Westchester-bound span of the new Tappan Zee Bridge has reopened after a fire involving a recreational vehicle broke out. The blaze, on an RV pulling a Honda Pilot, began just before 3:30 p.m. and was quickly contained, the New York State Thruway Authority said in a statement. No injuries were reported. "A structural engineer has evaluated the overhead gantry structure, and all lanes have re-opened to allow traffic to flow," the NYSTA said at 5 p.m. "Motorists should expect residual delays.”
Stony Point, NY
Traffic
Three-Vehicle Crash Backs Up Traffic On New Tappan Zee Bridge
Traffic is backed up about two miles on the new Tappan Zee Bridge following a three-vehicle crash that included a tractor-trailer. The crash took place around 9:20 a.m., Wednesday, May 15, southbound in Tarrytown, between mile markers 20.4 TO 13.4, said the New York State Police. No injuries were reported, but two lanes were closed for a short time to clear the scene, causing the current back-up. New York State Thruway Authority is asking drivers to avoid the area.
Somers, NY
News
Ramp To I-95 Will Be Closed To All Traffic For Duration Of $135 Million Project
An exit ramp on I-95 will be closed for upwards of two years as construction continues on a stretch of I-95 as part of the $135 million “Last Mile” infrastructure project in Westchester. The New York State Thruway Authority announced that beginning Monday, April 15, the ramp from Midland Avenue to I-95 northbound in Rye will be closed to all traffic during the duration of the project, which is scheduled to be completed in 2021. The closure comes as part of the “Last Mile” project, which is focusing on the one-mile stretch from Exit 22 (Port Chester/Rye/Midland Avenue) to the Connecticut sta…
Rivertowns, NY
Traffic
Daytime Lane Closures Scheduled On I-87 Near Tappan Zee Bridge For Days
There will be daytime lane closures for several days on the Rockland-bound New York State Thruway next week as contracting crews continue work in the area. Tappan Zee Constructors announced that they will continue roadway improvements near the new Tappan Zee Bridge, which will require single-lane closures on I-87/I-287. Beginning at 6 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 11, there will be one left northbound lane closed from exit 8 to exit 10. The closures are expected to end each day at approximately 3 p.m. Crews will be removing material from the Hudson River following the demolition of the old bridge …
White Plains, NY
Traffic
Expect Delays: Traffic Stops Start On I-95 During Rock Remediation
Motorists traveling on the New England Thruway in Westchester can expect brief stoppages in traffic as crews begin a rock remediation project. The New York State Thruway Authority announced a rock remediation safety project on the I-95 in Westchester, which will require brief traffic stops beginning today. The rock remediation is part of the $135 million “Last Mile” infrastructure improvement project which focuses on the one-mile stretch from exit 22 (Port Chester-Rye-Midland Avenue) to the Connecticut state line. During the remediation, there will be temporary traffic…
Newburgh, NY
Traffic
Starting Date Set For Harriman Toll Plaza Demolition
Demolition of the Harriman toll plaza on the New York State Thruway has a starting date, following the Thruway Authority’s transition to cashless tolls in the Hudson Valley. Beginning on Monday, Jan. 14, a Westchester contracting company will begin demolition in Harriman, as the state continues a $13.9 million plan to convert plazas in the region to cashless, all-electronic tolls. There isn’t expected to be any change in traffic patterns initially, though as the demolition continues, motorists may see temporary alterations. Thruway Authority Executive Director Matthew J. Driscoll said, “th…
Rivertowns, NY
News
Here's When Motorists Should Avoid Area During Old TZB Demolition, Thruway Authority Says
The New York State Thruway Authority has a simple message for motorists during the controlled demolition period of the old Tappan Zee Bridge. Stay away. The new TZB will be closed for up to an hour during the old bridge's demolition and significant delays are expected and motorists should avoid the area and take alternate routes, the Thruway Authority said. The demolition will now be held on Tuesday, Jan.15 at 10 a.m. It was originally set for Saturday, Jan. 12 at 9:30 a.m., before being postponed due to windy conditions. State Police will stop New York State Thruway traffic (I-87/I…
Rivertowns, NY
News
New Date, Time Set For Use Of Explosives, Demolition Of Old Tappan Zee Bridge
Click here for an updated story: Here's When Motorists Should Avoid Area During Old TZB Demolition, Thruway Authority Says The controlled demolition of the last east anchor span of the old Tappan Zee Bridge now has a new day after its initially announced date of Saturday, Jan. 12 was postponed due to expected windy weather. The demolition will now take place on Tuesday, Jan. 15 at approximately 10 a.m. During the controlled demolition period, State Police will stop New York State Thruway traffic (I-87/I-287) approaching the new Tappan Zee Bridge in both directions – b…
New City, NY
Traffic
Bridge Rehabilitation Project Will Cause I-87 Lane Closure, Traffic Shift
A bridge rehabilitation project will cause a shift in traffic and various lane closures, according to the New York State Thruway Authority. The project, part of a broader $19 million improvement, will begin on Tuesday, Nov. 27 on the thruway (I-87) in Rockland County on State Route 202. The bridge rehabilitation is just one component of the improvement project, which runs between exit 15 and exit 14a and started in 2017. The traffic shift will begin on Tuesday, Nov. 27 and involve a Thruway lane closure southbound just prior to exit 15. “Motorists should be prepared for delays especi…
Armonk, NY
News
Molinaro Releases Letter Claiming New Tappan Zee Bridge Opening Was Rushed, Risking Safety
Republican Marc Molinaro released a copy of a July 20 letter to the state Thruway Authority that the gubernatorial candidate said shows contractors rushed to open the new Tappan Zee Bridge. The letter to Project Director Jamey Barbas, signed by Terry Towle, project executive and manager of Tappan Zee Contractors, said, in part: "TZC also remains concerned with and reserves all rights regarding, NYSTA's continued requests for accelerated and modified Work and schedules without a corresponding acknowledgement ofNYSTA's responsibility for all associated costs." The second span of the…
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