Massachusetts Department of Transportation Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on October 12, 2023 - 19:17 GMT

Advisory: Somerville Squires Bridge Construction Completed Early; MBTA Resumed Green Line Service on Union Station Branch This ...

Somerville — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) today announced that construction work on the Squires Bridge in Somerville was completed ahead of schedule. As a result, the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) resumed …

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Published on October 5, 2023 - 01:36 GMT

Advisory: Holiday Weekend Travel Weekend of October 6

Boston — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is reminding members of the public planning to travel for the upcoming holiday weekend to expect a higher volume of vehicles on the roads. Anyone planning to take a trip is encouraged to …

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Published on October 5, 2023 - 01:36 GMT

MassDOT Announces Tenth Annual Safe Streets Smart Trips High School Video Contest Winners

Boston — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing the winners of this year’s Annual Safe Streets Smart Trips High School Video Contest. This year, video submissions were received from high schools across the Commonwealth and …

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Published on September 28, 2023 - 20:04 GMT

MassDOT Applies for $1.98 Million in Funding for Reconnecting Vernon Hill Study

Worcester — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT), the City of Worcester, and the Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission (CMRPC) today announced that they have applied to the Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods (RCN) …

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Published on September 28, 2023 - 20:04 GMT

MassDOT Applies for $500 Million in Federal Grant Funding for Allston Multimodal Project

Boston — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) today submitted a grant application requesting $500 million in federal funding for the Allston Multimodal Project. The application is to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s “Reconnecting …

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Published on September 25, 2023 - 15:55 GMT

MassDOT Launches Long-Term Strategic Planning Study to Develop and Evaluate Options for Eventual Replacement of the Tobin Bridge

Boston — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) announced that it has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) to procure a transportation planning and engineering consultant team to develop and evaluate options for the eventual replacement …

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Published on September 22, 2023 - 15:45 GMT

Healey-Driscoll Administration Secures More Than $108 Million for Train Corridor Improvements Between Springfield and Worcester

Boston — The Healey-Driscoll Administration has announced that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT), in partnership with Amtrak, and with support from CSX, has won more than $108 million in funding from the Federal Railroad …

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Published on September 19, 2023 - 17:34 GMT

MassDOT, MAPFRE Insurance Reminder: September Child Passenger Safety

As the leaves start to change their colors, September not only marks the beginning of autumn but also serves as a reminder of the importance of proper seat checks and ensuring the safety of children. With Child Passenger Safety Week and National Seat Check …

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Published on September 13, 2023 - 18:22 GMT

Advisory: Fall River, Leominster, Pittsfield Registry Expands Services to Accommodate Customers

FALL RIVER/LEOMINSTER/PITTSFIELD — The Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) is pleased to announce the expansion of locations for road tests and for Saturday hours for customers who need to conduct in-person transactions. The expansion of …

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Published on September 13, 2023 - 01:53 GMT

Governor Healey Declares State of Emergency Over Catastrophic Flood Damage

Boston — Governor Maura T. Healey today declared a state of emergency in Massachusetts due to the catastrophic flash flooding and property damage caused by Monday night’s powerful rainstorm in Worcester County, Bristol County and other communities. Upwards …

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Published on September 12, 2023 - 19:58 GMT

Healey-Driscoll Administration announces MassDOT Awarded $80 million in Additional Federal Highway Administration Funding

Boston — The Healey-Driscoll Administration and the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) are announcing MassDOT has received an additional $80 million in funding from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) as part of the annual funding …

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Published on September 12, 2023 - 19:58 GMT

MassDOT Announces Total of $1.3 Million in Industrial Rail Access Program (IRAP) Grants 

Boston — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing three grants totaling $1.3 million in awards from the Industrial Rail Access Program (IRAP) to enhance rail and freight access, economic opportunity, and job growth across …

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Published on September 12, 2023 - 19:58 GMT

MassDOT Releases the Wellington Circle Study Final Report

Medford — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing the release of the Wellington Circle Study final report. The Wellington Circle Study developed and analyzed alternatives that could improve connectivity and mobility …

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Published on September 5, 2023 - 20:18 GMT

Healey-Driscoll Administration Requests Federal Funding for $3.5 Million of Stockbridge Road Improvements to Reduce Wildlife ...

Stockbridge — The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced it has submitted a federal grant application for an infrastructure improvement project to reduce vehicle collisions with wildlife on a section of Route 7 that travels over Kampoosa Brook in …

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Published on August 30, 2023 - 20:59 GMT

Advisory: Somerville – MassDOT Announces September 18 Start of Squires Bridge Work

Boston — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation is announcing the work on the Squires Bridge, which carries Route 28/McGrath Highway over the Union Branch of the Green Line, the Fitchburg Commuter Rail Line, and Somerville Avenue Extension, …

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Published on August 24, 2023 - 19:28 GMT

MassDOT Announces Tenth Annual Safe Streets Smart Trips High School Video Contest

Boston — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is pleased to announce entries are now being accepted for the tenth annual statewide Safe Streets Smart Trips high school video contest. The contest, which began in 2014, encourages high …

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Published on August 21, 2023 - 15:38 GMT

Healey-Driscoll Administration Submits Competitive Federal Applications for Four Infrastructure Projects from the Cape to Boston ...

Boston — The Healey-Driscoll Administration today announced it has submitted federal grant applications to support the Cape Cod bridges, the Allston I-90 Multimodal project, the North Station Renovation and Draw 1 Bridge Replacement project, and the …

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Published on August 10, 2023 - 16:13 GMT

Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles Announces Two New Service Locations for Class D Road Tests

The Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) is announcing Class D road tests are now available at two new locations in Braintree and Mattapan. The RMV is offering these new service changes to provide additional, accessible, and convenient road test …

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Published on August 8, 2023 - 19:52 GMT

Guest Post: MassDOT, MAPFRE Insurance Reminder: Safe Summer Travel

Boston — August marks the height of vacation season. With schools out and families eager for adventure, this month offers an ideal opportunity to embark on memorable trips and explore new destinations. However, it's essential to approach this exciting …

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Published on August 4, 2023 - 16:12 GMT

Governor Healey Signs $375 Million Bridge, Road Maintenance, and Infrastructure Bill to Improve Transportation Across ...

Amesbury — Governor Maura T. Healey today signed the Chapter 90 conference committee bill (“Chapter 90”), which authorizes $375 million in funding to reimburse municipalities for bridge and road maintenance and funding for transportation-related …

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