North Carolina Ports Welcomes Largest Ever Container Ship to Port of Wilmington by Wilmington, N.C. – Building upon Governor Pat McCrory’s efforts to increase trade and promote economic growth at our state ports, North Carolina officials welcomed the largest containership to visit the Port of Wilmington. The Hanjin Baltimore, measuring 984 feet in length and 140 … Read more
This Week at N.C. Transportation: Most Lane Closures Suspended for Holiday Travel by State celebrates milestone in transportation investment RALEIGH — The following are highlights from this week at the N.C. Department of Transportation. The below stories are also featured in our weekly newscast, N.C. Transportation Now, which can be viewed by clicking here. NCDOT … Read more
Passenger Ferry Study Released At DOT Board Meeting by (Raleigh) – Summer congestion on the North Carolina Ferry Division’s Hatteras route could be significantly relieved by two passenger-only ferries, according to the results of a study done for the state. The Ferry Division unveiled those results today at the Board of Transportation’s Multi-Modal committee meeting … Read more
Save Time and Money This Fourth of July by RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Transportation is taking steps to help ensure safe travels for motorists this Fourth of July holiday weekend. By avoiding traffic delays, motorists can reach their destinations quickly and safely, while cutting down on fuel consumption and costs. NCDOT reminds drivers … Read more
Transportation Officials Ask for Feedback on Future Transportation Projects by RALEIGH – State transportation officials want to hear from the public on what regional and local transportation projects should be top priorities in the next version of the State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) – the 10-year plan that identifies funding for projects and schedules them … Read more
This Week at N.C. Transportation “Booze It and Lose It: Operation Firecracker” Begins by Watch for Me NC campaign focuses on bicycle and pedestrian safety; and tips to avoid delays at Hatteras-Ocracoke ferry route RALEIGH — The following are highlights from this week at the N.C. Department of Transportation. The below stories are also featured … Read more
Have a Blast This Fourth of July But Don’t Drink and Drive. You’re Smarter Than That. by Raleigh — The North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program (GHSP) and the N.C. Department of Transportation (NCDOT) will hold its annual Booze It & Lose It – Operation Firecracker campaign from June 24 to July 5, which runs … Read more
This Week at N.C. Transportation for June 17, 2016 by Parents Reminded of Importance of Helmet Safety Stay safe by staying off the tracks; public encouraged to attend meetings on transportation priorities RALEIGH — The following are highlights from this week at the N.C. Department of Transportation. The below stories are also featured in our … Read more
This Week at N.C. Transportation: New DMV Laws Go in to Effect July 1 by DMV encourages drivers to report inaccurate driving records; Governor Pat McCrory announces Gallants Channel Bridge ahead of schedule; I-85 rest area renovations completed RALEIGH — The following are highlights from this week at the N.C. Department of Transportation. The below … Read more
Summer Cycling Safety in North Carolina by RALEIGH – A summertime bike ride is a great chance to get outside and enjoy North Carolina’s beautiful scenery. As part of Governor Pat McCrory’s 25-Year Vision to enhance travel safety and better connect North Carolinians to recreation opportunities, the state is working to make sure that cyclists … Read more