Roads
Roadwork on Route 420 Scheduled to Begin July 22
Roadwork on Route 420 is set to begin on Monday, July 22. Residents and commuters can expect to see increased activity along this route throughout the week. Motorists should exercise caution while traveling in construction zones.
Read MoreMay is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month: Tips for Safe Riding and Sharing the Road
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. As the riding season begins, it’s important to remember that road safety is everyone’s responsibility. Please be aware of the increased presence of motorcycles on our roads. For enhanced safety, motorcycle operators should: All other motorists sharing the road should: Let’s all enjoy the beautiful outdoors safely!
Read MoreDepartment of Transportation Information Regarding Winter Road Conditions
The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure has provided the following information regarding winter road conditions. DTI monitors roads during winter storms, with plowing operations typically running from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. on most provincial roads. From 11 pm until 5 a.m., services are typically reduced to emergency only response. DTI is available to respond…
Read MoreAccessing Help and Information: Your Guide to the Transportation Information Centre
Have you heard of the Transportation Information Centre (TIC)? This branch of DTI is where residents should contact to report a road concern or inquiry. These tickets are logged, and a representative from DTI will be dispatched to follow up with your inquiry. You’ll also receive feedback from the findings if you request it. For…
Read MoreTraffic Advisory: Route 425 in Strathadam Reopening September 29
UPDATE: September 28 – Route 425 (Branders Turn) is now open to two lanes of traffic. Paving needs to be completed, however this will not require further closures. Route 425 in Strathadam will reopen to traffic at the end of the day this Friday, September 29, 2023. The road has been closed since Thursday, September…
Read MoreTraffic Advisory: Route 425 in Strathadam Scheduled for Full Closure September 7-29
Please be advised that Route 425 in Strathadam is scheduled for a full closure beginning on Thursday September 7th 2023 (1:00am) until Friday September 29th, 2023 (11:00pm) to accommodate the remaining phases of the McKay Brook culvert replacement project. A detour will be setup via Route 430 & 435.
Read MoreRenous River No. 2 Bridge Repairs Underway in Pineville
Repairs are currently underway on the Renous River No. 2 Bridge in Pineville. The bridge has been closed to traffic since December 2021. In August 2022, an investment of $580,000 was made towards the bridge improvements that include repairs to the support piers and abutments. Since its construction in 1975, the bridge has been a…
Read MoreNotice: Planned Lane Closure for Miramichi River #3 Bridge (Newcastle/Chatham Head)
NOTICE: A planned lane closure for the Miramichi River Bridge #3 will occur on Tuesday, June 13th, 2023 from approximately 10:00am to 4:00pm. The bridge connects Newcastle and Chatham Head. The bridge will still be passable but there may be delays.
Read MoreNotice Regarding Road Conditions throughout Miramichi River Valley
We are aware of the road conditions in our area including Route 420. A meeting was held with the Department of Transportation this week to discuss the issues. The Department of Transportation has sent information and a proposal to the province. They are waiting to see what funding is available and a time frame to…
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