State Cracks Down on Drivers that BOO-zed It on Halloween by State Cracks Down on Drivers that BOO-zed It on Halloween More than 600 arrested for DWI violations Raleigh – Hundreds of impaired drivers were removed from the roads during the recent holiday weekend thanks to the Governor’s Highway Safety Program’s Halloween BOO-ze It & Lose It … Read more
This Week at NCDOT: Protecting Consumers and Improving Coastal Connections by RALEIGH — The following are highlights from this week at the N.C. Department of Transportation. The stories below are also featured in the department’s weekly newscast N.C. Transportation Now. Governor Pat McCrory Moves to Protect Consumers from Flood-Damaged Vehicles Governor Pat McCrory and officials … Read more
NC By Train Launches Transit App Pilot Program by RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Transportation Rail Division is pleased to announce the launch of a three-month pilot program that offers commuters an additional option to help get them home from the train station without using their car. In partnership with TransLoc, a North Carolina-based … Read more
Bonner Bridge Replacement Project Progressing on Schedule by MANTEO, N.C. –Transportation Secretary Nick Tennyson visited the Outer Banks today to view progress and receive an update on the Herbert C. Bonner Bridge replacement project. The bridge is an important lifeline for the community and plays a central role in providing safe, reliable transportation between Hatteras … Read more
Halloween “BOO-ze It & Lose It” Campaign Kicks Off Friday by RALEIGH – Halloween is traditionally a time for ghosts, goblins and all thigs scary, but drinking and driving can cause true horror. The N.C. Governor’s Highway Safety Program is launching its annual Halloween “BOO-ze It & Lose It” campaign to remind drivers that if … Read more
This Week at NCDOT: Santa Train and I-87 Sign Unveiling by RALEIGH — The following are highlights from this week at the N.C. Department of Transportation. The stories below are also featured in the department’s weekly newscast N.C. Transportation Now. Get Onboard the Santa Train Tickets are still available for NC By Train’s Charlotte to … Read more
It’s the Time of the Year When Animal Collisions Dramatically Increase; 56,206 animal-related crashes in N.C. in last three years by RALEIGH — Autumn in North Carolina brings more than cooler temperatures and falling leaves. This is also the season when more deer appear along state roadways, and in turn there is a greater chance … Read more
It’s Time to Board the Santa Train! by RALEIGH — All aboard! Families can get into the holiday spirit by joining Santa Claus on NC By Train’s popular Santa Train with routes between Charlotte and Raleigh on Saturday, Dec. 3. You won’t want to miss this exciting trip featuring Mrs. Claus, carolers, refreshments, and Santa … Read more
Governor McCrory Temporarily Waives DMV Fees in Hurricane-Affected Counties by RALEIGH – In an effort to provide relief to residents impacted by Hurricane Matthew, Governor Pat McCrory has directed the Division of Motor Vehicles to temporarily waive certain fees for customers in counties affected by Hurricane Matthew. “We are committed to offering every assistance possible … Read more
This Week at NCDOT: Hurricane Matthew Update and Western NC Project Visits by RALEIGH — The following are highlights from this week at the N.C. Department of Transportation. The stories below are also featured in the department’s weekly newscast N.C. Transportation Now. Interstates Reopen, but Others Roads Remain Closed Due to Hurricane Matthew After flooding … Read more