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Delays expected as utility work at Route 315 and Oak Street in Pittston area resumes today
PennDOT is advising motorists that utility work resumes today, Monday, Sept. 28, at Route 315 and Oak Street in the Pittston area.
SEPTA gets $80 million to improve accessibility at three trolley stations
SEPTA is getting a major federal grant to improve accessibility at stations. WHYY's Tom MacDonald has details.
Wilkes-Barre City Announces Upcoming Milling & Paving
Wilkes-Barre City has been advised of upcoming milling and paving projects.
Wilkes-Barre Mayor Announces List of Street Improvements Completed/Scheduled in 2026
Wilkes-Barre City Mayor George C. Brown is proud to announce the following list of completed or scheduled street improvement projects for 2026.

New TSA program allows visitors without tickets to go to airport gates
A new federal program at 13 airports allows visitors with TSA PreCheck to pass checkpoints without a boarding pass to meet or drop off air travelers.