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09-07-2025
- Business
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Early work for construction of pedestrian bridge over parkway in Erie to begin
Preliminary work needed to build a pedestrian bridge over the Bayfront Parkway begins June 23. A portion of East Front Street will be closed near Holland Street for about four weeks while utilities are relocated. Utilities will be moved underground in preparation for construction of the pedestrian bridge next year. Also scheduled for construction next year is a second dual-lane roundabout on the parkway, also at Holland Street. Improvements to the central stretch of the Bayfront Parkway began in fall 2023 near Sassafras Street Extension. A dual-lane roundabout at the intersection was built last year. Construction this season will be focused at State Street. The street will become a bridge over the parkway. Major work at Holland Street is expected to begin in earnest next year. The curved pedestrian bridge will connect the bluff south of the parkway with Erie's bayfront. The dual-lane roundabout will be similar to the roundabout built at Sassafras Street. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has proposed closing the Bayfront Parkway between Sassafras Street Extension and Holland Street for about a year, beginning after Labor Day. The closing would speed construction of the grade-separated State Street intersection and save an estimated $8 million in construction costs, transportation officials said. To come from PennDOT Decision on whether central Bayfront Parkway will close for a time No decision has yet been made. Plans for each of the intersections included in the central Bayfront Parkway project are available online at Contact Valerie Myers at vmyer@ This article originally appeared on Erie Times-News: First steps to construct Holland St. bridge over parkway begin June 23
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Automotive
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State Street in Erie to close from Second Street to Bayfront Parkway. Here's what to know
State Street will be closed between Second Street and the Bayfront Parkway beginning July 21. The road is expected to be closed for a few months. Vehicle and pedestrian traffic will be detoured, and temporary traffic signals will be installed along the route. Pedestrians will be able to use State Street during the Tall Ships Erie Festival. And the City of Erie is making some traffic changes and prohibiting parking on some streets to help prevent congestion due to the planned State Street closing. Drivers traveling between the bayfront and downtown will be detoured onto Holland Street, East Third Street and the Bayfront Parkway. Vehicles will be able to access the waterfront side of the parkway using Holland and East Front and Sassafras street and West Front street extensions. Pedestrians will be routed along West Third Street, Holland Street and East Front Street. Walkways will be provided along State Street from Aug. 21-24 to accommodate foot traffic to and from Tall Ships Erie. Temporary traffic lights and push-button pedestrian signals will be installed on East Third Street at Holland and French streets. The pedestrian push-button system already in place at Holland Street and the parkway will be updated to include audible messages. The signals will remain in place through continued construction on the parkway. Because the portion of lower State Street will close and "in the interest of community access, public safety and response times," the City of Erie will implement detours and parking restrictions beginning July 14. Sassafras Street Extension will be closed to all but emergency vehicles from the parkway south to the bluff. West Third Street between Peach and Sassafras streets will be converted from one-way to two-way traffic, with parking prohibited on both sides of the street. Parking additionally will be prohibited on: West Second Street from Peach to Sassafras; East 3rd Street from French Street to Holland Street; Holland Street from East Third Street to East Sixth Street. The two blocks of lower State Street will be closed while drainage pipes are installed under the Bayfront Parkway. State Street will become a bridge over the parkway when construction at the intersection is completed. Completed and planned improvements along the downtown portion of the parkway also include roundabouts at Sassafras Street Extension and Holland Street and a pedestrian bridge at Holland Street. At Holland Street: Early work for construction of pedestrian bridge to begin More information about the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation's Central Bayfront Parkway Project is available on the department's website and Facebook group. Contact Valerie Myers at vmyers@ This article originally appeared on Erie Times-News: Detours ahead: State Street to close between Second Street and parkway
Yahoo
21-06-2025
- Business
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PennWest offering more low-cost courses to high school students. How much do credits cost?
More high school students will be able to enroll in more Pennsylvania Western University courses thanks to a nearly $1 million grant to the university. The $999,931 from the state's Dual Credit Innovation Grant Program will allow PennWest to expand dual enrollment opportunities for Pennsylvania high school students. The dual enrollment program allows students to earn college credits at reduced cost while still in high school. PennWest currently offers nearly 100 dual enrollment courses taught by university faculty. Topics range from business, computer programming and public speaking to drawing, ocean science and professional golf management. The new grant will allow PennWest to offer more dual enrollment courses, especially high demand courses aligned with workforce needs. Courses can be taken online or on PennWest campuses, including PennWest Edinboro, during fall, spring and summer terms. And courses also may count toward high school graduation requirements. High school students with grade-point averages of 3.0 or higher are eligible for dual enrollment. Cost is $75 per credit, compared to $322 per credit for PennWest University students. The Dual Credit Innovation Grant additionally will allow the university to enroll more dual enrollment students; broaden student support services, including advising and streamlining the credit-transfer process; and partner with other organizations to eliminate student credit costs. PennWest reduced the cost for dual enrollment and expanded course offerings last year. Participation has since surged by 66%. Erie County Community College: Grant to provide more free credits for high school students In addition to the Dual Credit Innovation Grant Program grant, the PennWest dual enrollment program is supported by corporate partners through the Educational Improvement Tax Credit program, which provides tax credits for contributing businesses. Contact Valerie Myers at vmyers@ This article originally appeared on Erie Times-News: PennWest grant to fund more low-cost courses for high school students
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25-03-2025
- Automotive
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For Real IDs, some license centers will be open Monday. Which centers are on that list
Six Pennsylvania driver license centers will be open Monday to issue Real ID cards. Pennsylvania Department of Transportation driver license centers typically are closed on Mondays, but selected centers will be open on March 31 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to exclusively process Real ID requests. The new federally approved ID cards will be required to board commercial airline flights or enter a military base and other types of federal facilities beginning May 7. A Real ID is not required to drive, vote, visit the post office, access federal court, or apply for or receive federal benefits, such as social security. A sample Real ID is pictured above. A star in the upper right corner indicates the license is Real ID compliant. Centers open for the Real ID Day on March 31 will be: Meadville Driver License Center, 16942 Patricia Dr., Meadville. Uniontown Driver License Center, 855 North Gallatin Ave. Ext., Uniontown. Schuylkill Haven Driver License Center, 972 East Main St., Schuylkill Haven. Milford Driver License Center, 201 West Hartford St., Route 6, Milford. Lawndale Driver License Center, 919-B Levick St., Philadelphia. Norristown Driver License Center, 1700 Markley St., Suite 30, Norristown. For more information: Real ID in Pennsylvania deadline is coming this spring Real IDs also are available during regular business hours at driver license centers statewide. The following proofs of identification are required to obtain a Real ID: Proof of identity: Original or certified copy of your birth certificate with a raised or embossed seal, or a valid passport or passport card. Proof of social security: A social security card or a W-2 form, SSA-1099 form, non-SSA-1099 form or pay stub showing legal name and full social security number. Two proofs of current address: A Pennsylvania driver's license or ID, a Pennsylvania vehicle registration, auto insurance card, or utility bill with the same name and address. Proof of legal name change, if applicable: A certified marriage certificate, court order or adoption decree. Fee for the Real ID is $30 plus a renewal fee of $39.50 for a driver's license or $42.50 for a photo ID. The DMV says applications at most locations will take 15 business days and the Real IDs will come in the mail. If you go to one of 15 Real ID centers, you can get the Real IDs same day. Contact Valerie Myers at vmyers@ This article originally appeared on Erie Times-News: Real ID: PA drivers license centers open Monday for applications
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23-03-2025
- Automotive
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Jordan Road bridge over I-90 to close in Harborcreek. Here are detour details
Traffic will be detoured from the Jordan Road bridge over Interstate 90 in Harborcreek beginning this month. The bridge will be demolished and replaced this year in a $5.2 million project. Interstate lanes will be closed at night once construction begins. Preliminary work will begin on Monday. The bridge is just south of Interstate 90 and carries about 850 vehicles daily. That traffic will be detoured onto Kuhl Road, Knowledge Parkway and Station Road beginning March 31. Lanes on the interstate below the bridge will be closed at night as the existing bridge is demolished and beams are placed for the new bridge. Electronic message signs will alert drivers. Drivers may encounter the lane closings between the Hammett/Parade Street and Wesleyville/Bayfront Connector exits Sundays through Fridays between 8 p.m. and 8 a.m. beginning Monday. The new bridge is expected to be completed by December. Please enable Javascript to view this content. The existing bridge was built with the interstate in 1958 and is rated in poor condition. The building of Interstate 90: It 'dwarfs anything Erie County has ever seen' And it's just over 15 feet above the interstate. The new bridge will have a greater clearance to accommodate oversized vehicles. Contractor for the federally funded project is Francis J. Palo Inc. of Clarion. Contact Valerie Myers at vmyers@ This article originally appeared on Erie Times-News: Detour: Jordan Road bridge to be demolished, rebuilt over I-90
