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HARRISBURG, PA — Drivers in Pennsylvania who use handheld phones behind the wheel will face fines starting June 5, as enforcement begins under a new distracted driving law. What This …
Put the Phone Down or Pay: Fines Begin in June Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania officials are warning residents about a surge in text message scams that falsely threaten driver’s license or vehicle registration suspension over unpaid fines or tolls.
Could a Fake PennDOT Text Cost You Your License? Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is seeking public feedback on its winter roadway services through an online survey available through April 14, the agency announced.
PennDOT Seeks Public Feedback on Winter Road Services Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Drivers across Pennsylvania and New Jersey can expect increased police enforcement through April 26 as state agencies launch a coordinated crackdown on aggressive driving aimed at reducing …
Pa, N.J. Police Launch Crackdown on Aggressive Driving Read More
ANNVILLE, PA — Pennsylvania officials are encouraging residents to purchase women veterans license plates during Women’s History Month as a way to recognize the service of female veterans and support …
Women Veterans Plates Offer Tribute and Support for Veterans Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania is funding 12 new electric vehicle charging projects along major roadways as part of a statewide effort to expand charging access and support long-distance travel for …
PennDOT Expands EV Charging With 12 New Highway Projects Read More
PITTSBURGH, PA — State officials and environmental partners are urging Pennsylvanians to take part in a statewide cleanup campaign ahead of a major tourism year expected to bring more than …
Officials Urge Cleanup Efforts as Pennsylvania Prepares for Tourism Surge Read More
HAVERTOWN, PA — Police across Southeast Pennsylvania are increasing DUI enforcement ahead of St. Patrick’s Day through a coordinated campaign aimed at preventing impaired driving crashes.
DUI Patrols Expand Across Southeast Pa. for St. Patrick’s Day Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania municipalities will receive nearly $460.8 million in state transportation funding to maintain local roads and bridges, with the money aimed at helping communities pay for repairs, …
PennDOT Sends $460M To Local Governments for Road Repairs Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Nearly $250,000 in state funding will help train dozens of new school bus drivers across Pennsylvania as part of a newly launched School Bus Safety Program aimed …
PennDOT Invests $250K to Tackle Bus Driver Shortage Read More