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Long-Term Traffic Alert Issued For Darien
Motorists planning on traveling through Darien can expect delays and detours as contracting crews from Eversource kick off a “significant natural gas expansion project.” The Darien Police Department issued an alert on Thursday, warning that beginning next week, several roadways are expected to see lane closures and motorists can expect delays in the area as the project begins, which is expected to last several months. According to police, work will begin on Ledge Road, near the intersection of Route 1 on Monday, April 9, working toward the town’s transfer station and the Darien Public Work…
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Lane Closures Scheduled For Merritt Parkway In Fairfield
Motorists planning on traveling on the Merritt Parkway in Fairfield and Westport may see delays and detours for more than a year as overnight closures are scheduled as construction activity ramps up for the summer season. The Connecticut Department of Transportation announced this week that beginning on Monday, motorists traveling on the parkway between the Congress Street overpass in Fairfield to the Newtown Turnpike overpass in Westport can expect nightly lane closures in both directions. Officials said that the contractors will begin restoration work on Merritt Parkway bridges, resume mi…
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Crash On Merritt Causes Gridlock During Evening Commute
This story has been updated. A crash that initially took out the left lane caused gridlock on a stretch of the Merritt Parkway in Fairfield County during much of the Monday evening commute. The northbound crash occurred between North Street (Exit 31) and Den Road (Exit 33), with stop-and-go delays to Lake Avenue (Exit 29). Delays of up to 25-30 minutes were reported while the lane was blocked.
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Expect Delays: Route 35 Road Work Resumes In Ridgefield
Motorists planning on traveling on Danbury Road (Route 35) through Ridgefield can expect delays this week as contracting crews complete work in the area. The Connecticut State Department of Transportation informed town officials over the weekend that there will be alternate one-way traffic on Route 35 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday at the Fox Hills Condo entrance. There will also be delays and alternate one-way traffic from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday for construction. Officials said that minor traffic impacts are expected, and motorists should plan according…
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More Than 100 New Parking Spaces Announced At East Norwalk Train Station
Spring has sprung in Norwalk, and the local Parking Authority has a special gift for Fairfield County commuters. The Norwalk Parking Authority announced on Monday that it has entered into a temporary arrangement with the state regarding the eastbound side of the East Norwalk Train Station, allowing for 117 additional daily parking spaces. The spaces are located alongside the track and the building. Officials said that the spaces are temporary, and are for daily parkers, not permit parkers. Monthly parking may be made available at a later date. Officials from the Norwalk Parking Authority …
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Merritt Parkway Tree Removal Will Last Three Weeks: Here's When Work Starts
Motorists planning on traveling on the Merritt Parkway can expect delays as contracting crews get set to begin tree removal efforts in Fairfield County. The Connecticut Department of Transportation issued an alert this week, cautioning that beginning on Monday, March 26, Advanced Construction and Tree Removal LLC is planning to begin their operation near the parkway, causing temporary lane closures around Greenwich and Stamford. The project is expected to last an estimated three weeks, with an end date of Wednesday, April 14 planned. During the tree removal operation, the DOT said that mo…
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Traffic Advisory Issued For Danbury
On or about April 1, the City of Danbury will begin replacing the Reservoir Street bridge that crosses over the creek near the Bethel town line. During construction, traffic will be limited to one lane. Portable signals will be installed to control traffic. At about the mid point of the three-month project, Reservoir Street will be closed completely in both directions for about two weeks, Bethel officials said. Notices will be posted in advance of the street's shutdown. Bethel commuters are advised to seek an alternate route during construction. The project is scheduled to end by the…
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I-84, I-684 Travel Restrictions In Effect
State Thruway officials have restricted travel on major roadways throughout the area during the nor'easter. The authority put out an advisory Wednesday asking motorists to avoid travel unless absolutely necessary and have banned travel by all commercial vehicles including tractor-trailers, high-profile truck, and buses on all major highways. The roadways closed or with a commercial vehicle ban include: I-84 from the Connecticut State Line to the Pennsylvania State Line I-684 from I-84 to I-287 New York State Thruway from Exit 36 (Syracuse) to the New York City line, including the Berksh…
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Numerous Crashes Reported On Slick Area Roadways
Motorists in Fairfield County are already feeling the effects of the Nor'easter as downed trees have forced the closure of several major roadways. The Wilton Police Department announced that a tree is also down by Route 7, near Ridgefield Road. Officers and State Police are currently on scene. A crash also temporarily tied up traffic on I-95. Police in Stamford reported that Vine Street is closed, also for a downed tree, near the intersection of Newfield Avenue. Delays were also announced on Rapids Road and Riverbank Road, where there were reports of a power outage involving downed power li…
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3 Hellish Fairfield County Bottlenecks Among 100 Worst In America
Three Fairfield County cities made the list of 100 worst bottlenecks in the U.S. All are on I-95. No. 67: Stamford No. 82: Norwalk No. 89: Bridgeport I-95 at RT 8 Other Connecticut bottlenecks on the list include I-95 at I-91 in New Haven (No. 44) and Waterbury (No. 81) I-84 at SR 8. The data comes from GPS systems on trucks that ATRI converts for an ongoing analysis used to quantify the impact of traffic congestion on truck-borne freight at 300 specific locations. On a state and local level, this research can inform local investment decisions that can directly improve supply chain eff…
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Multi-Vehicle Crash Closes Lanes Of Route 25 In Trumbull
Update: The accident scene has been cleared, according to DOT.TRUMBULL, Conn. — A crash involving multiple vehicles is blocking two lanes on Route 25 southbound before Exit 8 in Trumbull on Wednesday morning, according to the Department of Transportation. Stop and go traffic is reported back to Route 111, making for a delay of 12 minutes in the area. The crash was reported at about 11:15 a.m., DOT said. It was not known when the scene would be cleared.
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I-95 Reopens After Crash With Jackknifed Tractor-Trailer In Darien
Update: Crews worked fast and cleared the tractor-trailer from the crash scene. I-95 southbound reopened in Darien as of 3:10 p.m. The highway lanes in the area have been plowed and cleared as well. No injuries were reported, State police said. Original story: DARIEN, Conn. — The southbound side of I-95 was closed in Darien due to a jackknifed tractor-trailer near the rest area, according to the Connecticut Department of Transportation. The crash occurred at about 2:10 p.m. Thursday as heavy snow continued to fall and blow in the area. The highway, which is covered with snow in the ar…
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