PennDOT closes Rt. 82 Doe Run bridge
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that the bridge carrying Doe Run Road (Route 82) over Doe Run in West Marlborough Township, Chester County, was closed after a recent inspection determined significant deterioration to the steel beams and deck.
During the closure, Doe Run Road (Route 82) motorists will be directed to use Route 841 (Chatham Road) and Route 842 (Clonmell...
PennDOT: 322/100 reopened after vehicle strike
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) said Friday that eastbound and westbound U.S. 322 and the bridge that carries Route 100 (Pottstown Pike) over the highway in West Goshen Township, Chester County, were reopened this evening.
U.S. 322 and the Route 100 (Pottstown Pike) bridge over the highway were closed early Thursday morning, December 21, after the bridge and roadway below sustained...
Rts. 322/100 closure after vehicle strikes, damages bridge
Traffic in the Rt. 100/US 322 area is going to be a challenge after a large vehicle struck the Rt. 100 bridge and damaged the span, forcing the closure of both roadways for repair.
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) said Thursday that eastbound and westbound U.S. 322 and the bridge that carries Route 100 (Pottstown Pike) over U.S. 322 are closed and detoured due to structural damage...
A few thoughts for a holiday weekend
By Rich Heiland, Columnist, The Times
While a majority of African Americans feel things are somewhat better for black folks today than in year’s past a majority also feels that could change. According to A Washington Post-Ipsos poll released this past week feel racism is having a rebirth and things could get worse. This comes as a majority feel things are better than when what’s his name was in...
Bids coming due to build Coatesville train station
A rendering of the planned new train station in Coatesville.
COATESVILLE — As the September 16th due date quickly approaches for contract bids to build the new Coatesville Train Station, the City is poised to mark another milestone for one of its most anticipated projects.
According to a Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) news advisory, the selected contractor will build the project...
PennDOT to put construction of Coatesville Train Station out to bid
A rendering of the what the new Coatesville Train Station will look like.
HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) advised the public and contractors that the new Coatesville Train Station is being advertised for bid beginning today.
“We and the Coatesville community have worked hard on this project and we are excited that it’s moving forward,” PennDOT Secretary...
Updated ‘Move Over’ law goes into effect today
Pennsylvania’s updated law requiring motorists to move over when an emergency or broken down vehicle is on the side of the road takes effect today — and with fines starting at $500 for the first violation, it is something drivers will want to pay a lot of attention to.
The new law requires motorists to either move over — or if unable to do so, slow down to 20 miles an hour below the...
Rt. 841 bridge reopens in W. Marlborough
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has reopened the bridge carrying Route 841 (Chatham Road) Bridge over Doe Run in West Marlborough Township, Chester County, following the completion of a bridge rehabilitation project.
PennDOT’s contractor rehabilitated the structure with repairs that included encasing the beam ends and sections of the open steel grid deck in reinforced concrete.
Built...
Patton student wins PennDOT District 6 2020 Middle School Safety Drawing Contest
The Philadelphia Region of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2020 Middle School Safety Drawing Contest which promotes transportation safety and fosters appreciation for school art programs and student creativity.
The winner is Lorya Xu from Charles F. Patton Middle School in Kennett Square, Chester County. Lorya is named PennDOT’s District...
After pandemic delay, Lenape Bridge reopens
Route 52 (Lenape Rd) Reopen 102853
BIRMINGHAM — After what seems like years of constant detours, delays and closures — from construction on the Rt. 52 Roundabout, the 926 Bridge and the Lenape Bridge, traffic in the Birmingham/Pocopson area finally returned to normal this week with the delayed completion of the Lenape Bridge rehabilitation.
Work stopped on the project in March, due to the pandemic,...
