Expect Wittpenn Bridge closures — again — this week

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Beginning at 9 p.m., Monday, June 3, until 6 a.m., Tuesday, June 4, the left lane on Route 7 eastbound is scheduled to be closed before the Wittpenn Bridge for concrete deck sealing work. This is a continuation of work that began on Friday, May 31. At least one lane will be maintained overnight.

In addition, beginning at 9 p.m., Tuesday, June 4, until 6 a.m. Wednesday, June 5, and continuing Wednesday, June 5 and Thursday, June 6 at the same times, Route 7 westbound is scheduled to have a single lane closed before the Wittpenn Bridge for concrete deck sealing work. Construction is expected to begin in the right lane and will then shift to the left lane as work progresses. At least one lane will be maintained overnight.

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