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The City of Bradford has received nearly half a million dollars in grant money for the Elm Street Gateway Project. Phase four of the project includes putting in new sidewalks, street lighting, ADA compliant curb ramps and a Share-the-Road bike lane. McKean County has received $1 million to acquire the Knox & Kane Rail Corridor. PennDOT Secretary Barry Schoch made the announcement today. The news leader of the Twin Tiers ... since 1947

Harrisburg – State Police and PennDOT are encouraging motorists to participate in free child passenger safety seat checkups throughout Pennsylvania as the agencies mark National Child Passenger Safety Week, Sept. 15 – 21. In addition, Saturday, Sept. 21, 2013, has been designated as “National Seat Check Saturday.” “I urge all parents and caregivers to get their seats checked, because using the right seat in the right position is so important to children’s safety,” PennDOT Secretary Barry J. Schoch said. “Anyone who transports children has the responsibility to make sure they’re legally and correctly secured – that’s why we work with police and safety partners to make child safety resources available year-round.” PennDOT funds resources such as training and educational materials for 145 fitting stations across Pennsylvania, at which more than 5,000 car seats were checked last year. The checkups are designed to teach drivers the proper installation and use of child safety seat...