Turnpike starts engineering work for updated Breezewood, I-70 interchange
More than 5 million vehicles per year traverse the short stretch of Route 30 that links the Pennsylvania Turnpike to Interstate 70. This month, preliminary engineering work began on a new interchange that will give drivers a direct connection to I-70.
Why gas-tax “holidays” backfire
Adjusting end prices can’t address the underlying shortage. In fact, waiving taxes may intensify demand when supply is already stretched.
Work zone deaths persist as officials issue safety warning
Nearly 1,400 crashes and 12 deaths in Pennsylvania work zones last year are prompting state officials to warn drivers to slow down as construction season ramps up.
National Work Zone Awareness Week highlights driver and worker safety
This week is National Work Zone Awareness Week, emphasizing how important it is to keep drivers and highway workers safe. In 2024, Pennsylvania saw 1,250 work zone crashes with 22 fatalities, according to PennDOT.