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Military Scraps Flight Plan Over Pennsylvania Wilds
A proposal to have military aircraft fly low over the Pennsylvania Wilds has been canceled after significant pushback from residents and environmentalists. The proposed Duke Low Military Operations Area would have been in the vicinity of 10 state parks and 395,647 acres of state forests in Cameron, Clinton, McKean, Potter, and Tioga counties, including the dark sky preserve of the Pennsylvania Wilds.
🚧 Line Striping Scheduled on NY 248A in Independence and Willing - May 9
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in NewYork. Motorists are advised that line striping activities are scheduled on NY 248A in both directions from END ROUTE NY 248 in Independence to the START ROUTE NY 248A at the PA State Line in Willing. These maintenance activities are set to occur on Thursday, May 9th, 2024, starting at 09:30 AM and are expected to conclude by 03:30 PM. All lanes will remain open, but drivers are urged to exercise caution due to potential wet paint on the roadway. Commuters should plan for possible visual distractions and are reminded to adhere to traffic laws surrounding road work for the safety of the workers and other motorists.
Defense officials abandon plan for flyover zone in PA Wilds
Coudersport, Pa. — The Air Force and National Guard Bureau has pulled out of their plan to create a military flyover zone in the PA Wilds region. The Bureau rescinded their proposal to create a low-flying training zone Duke Military Operating Area (MOA) in parts of Elk, Cameron, Clinton, McKean, Potter, and Tioga counties. Intended for pilot trainings, the operating area would allow pilots to fly as low as 100...
Mobile blood drive coming to Wellsboro on Monday
WELLSBORO, Pa. (WETM) – The Community Blood Bank of Northwest Pennsylvania and Western New York is bringing a blood drive to Wellsboro next week. The blood drive will be on Monday, May 6, from noon to 5 p.m. at UPMC Wellsboro. Everyone is invited to donate, as all blood types are needed. Everyone who donates […]
🚧 Update on Drainage Improvements Impacting NY 417 Traffic in Jasper, NY
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in NewYork. Residents and commuters in Jasper, Steuben County, NY are advised of ongoing drainage improvement works on NY 417 in both directions at the NY 36 intersection. Construction is scheduled for Wednesday, May 1st, 2024, and will be conducted between the hours of 07:00 AM and 03:00 PM. During this period, traffic will be reduced to one lane with two-way flagger control to manage vehicle flow. All lanes will be open outside of these hours, ensuring minimal disruption during peak travel times. Commuters are encouraged to plan for potential delays or seek alternative routes. The improvement efforts are aimed at enhancing the longevity and safety of the roadway infrastructure in the area.
Expect pea-sized hail with thunderstorms in Tioga County Tuesday
A report was issued from the National Weather Service on Tuesday at 1:58 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 2:30 p.m. for Tioga County. The storms could bring wind gusts of up to 40 mph and pea-sized hail (0.25 inches). "At 1:58 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm over Wellsboro,...
🚧 Update: Roadwork on NY 248 Impacts Traffic in Independence, NY
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in NewYork. The local transportation department has announced road maintenance activities that will affect the NY 248 in both directions at CR 22 near Hallsport in the Town of Independence. Scheduled for Monday, April 29th, 2024, work will commence from 8:00 AM and continue until 5:00 PM. During this period, travelers can expect all westbound lanes to be closed, while eastbound lanes will remain open. Motorists are advised to exercise caution as flaggers will be present to manage a single lane of alternating traffic. This event will likely impact the traffic flow, and the public is encouraged to plan their travel accordingly to avoid delays. Please stay attentive to updates and adhere to the directions of the flaggers and any posted signage.
Air Force ends plans for low flyovers in Pennsylvania Wilds
(WHTM) – The U.S. Air Force and National Guard Bureau have rescinded a plan to establish a low flyover area in the Pennsylvania Wilds. Governor Josh Shapiro and Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn applauded the decision, saying the land is instrumental for rural tourism and wildlife. The state said […]
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