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The contest is over and the winners have been chosen. See the complete list of winners below. Winners will have a framed certificate delivered in the upcoming weeks. Thank you
The contest is over and the winners have been chosen. See the complete list of winners below. Winners will have a framed certificate delivered in the upcoming weeks. Thank you
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has reported an 11th death linked to a ruptured defective Chinese replacement air bag inflator. The latest death is the first involving an inflator
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is reminding motorists not to drive while impaired during Labor Day weekend. Anyone who plans to drink should arrange for a sober ride home. PennDOT
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is reminding motorists to use caution while traveling during the Labor Day holiday weekend. Drivers should use the left lane primarily for passing and
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) encourages fans traveling to Penn State home football games this season to plan their trip using the enhanced real-time travel information available on a specialized web
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is outlining the differences between roundabouts and traditional traffic circles, including how vehicles enter, travel through and exit each type of intersection. In a roundabout,
Advance-ticket event will support the church’s building and community outreach funds Faith Fellowship Church of God will host its 2026 Benefit Chicken BBQ Dinner on Saturday, October 17, from 11
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation announced that all driver’s license and photo centers will be closed from Saturday, Sept. 5, through Monday, Sept. 7, 2026, for the Labor Day holiday.
PennDOT’s Franklin County office has scheduled road maintenance work on several roads in Fannett and Guilford townships during the week of Aug. 31 through Sept. 4. In Fannett Township, seal
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced recalls involving certain Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram and Kia vehicles. Chrysler, FCA US LLC, is recalling multiple 2026 and 2027 model-year vehicles
Britax Child Safety, Inc. is recalling certain child car seats because a screw in the carrying handle may come loose, causing the handle to partially detach. The recall includes certain
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is using a new application to track and manage public comments on transportation projects. PennDOT said the application was first used during the 2025 public
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is reminding pedestrians and drivers to use caution while walking dogs as part of National Dog Day. NHTSA advises pedestrians to follow traffic signs
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is reminding families about safe driving practices for new teen drivers. According to PennDOT, 31 people were killed in crashes involving a 16- or 17-year-old
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that overnight milling and paving operations will continue this week on the southbound on and off ramps within the Route 15 interchange
Pennsylvania officials announced Monday that a second daily Pennsylvanian train between New York City and Pittsburgh, traveling through Harrisburg, is expected to begin operating in mid-November. Gov. Josh Shapiro and
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is reminding motorists not to drive after drinking as part of its “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign. NHTSA reports that about 30%
PennDOT’s Franklin County maintenance office has scheduled road work on several state routes from Monday, Aug. 24, through Friday, Aug. 28. The scheduled work includes surface treatment and base repair
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has listed nine vehicle recalls involving models from Toyota, BMW, Nissan, Land Rover, Dodge, Jeep, Chevrolet, GMC and Ford. The recalls include the following:
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that it will install a new stop sign configuration on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at the intersection of South Washington Street (Route
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that the northbound Interstate 81 Welcome Center rest area in Franklin County will close from 7:00 PM on Thursday, August 20, until
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is reminding drivers about the “Danger Zone” around school buses. The danger zone is the area surrounding a school bus where a driver may
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is encouraging drivers traveling to the Little League World Series in Williamsport to use a dedicated 511PA webpage for real-time traffic information and alternate routes.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is reminding families, students and drivers to follow basic safety practices as the new school year begins. For students walking or biking to school,
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that a detour is planned for next Saturday (August 22) on East Trindle Road (Route 641) in Hampden Township, Cumberland County, so
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that emergency repairs are planned for next Tuesday on Interstate 81 in southern Franklin County. This work includes guide rail repairs at
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is reminding drivers that safe driving habits can reduce the risk of serious crashes. NHTSA identified four dangerous crash factors: drunk driving, speeding, distracted
Evenflo Company, Inc. is recalling certain Revolve180 Litemax NXT child seats because a miscalibrated level indicator could cause the seats to be installed in a more upright position than intended.
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and Pennsylvania State Police are urging drivers to celebrate responsibly ahead of Labor Day as part of a national impaired driving enforcement campaign. The campaign
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is reminding drivers to take precautions as back-to-school schedules and daily routines change. According to NHTSA, changes in routine are the leading cause of
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is reminding motorcyclists and drivers to use caution on the road, particularly during afternoon and evening hours. According to 2024 data shared by NHTSA,
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) reminds everyone today that it will host a hiring event for job seekers to learn about employment opportunities the department offers in Cumberland County.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced several recalls affecting vehicles, motorcycles and trailers from multiple manufacturers. 26V480 — Midwest Industries, Inc. 26V494 — General Motors, LLC 26V495 —
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that it will host a hiring event for job seekers to learn about employment opportunities the department offers in Cumberland County. The
The State Transportation Commission has adopted Pennsylvania’s 2027 12-Year Transportation Program, outlining more than $90 billion in anticipated transportation investments over the next 12 years. The program represents an increase
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is reminding drivers to check their vehicles for children before walking away. According to NHTSA, Thursday is the most dangerous day of the week
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is warning drivers not to travel through flooded roads. Water may be deeper than it appears, and fast-moving water can cause drivers to lose
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has awarded $38 million in Green Light-Go grants to 86 municipalities for projects designed to improve traffic safety, reduce congestion and improve traffic flow. Since
As students return to school, drivers can expect increased traffic from school buses, pedestrians and bicyclists. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is reminding motorists to slow down in school