AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoRoad & Rail Travel: PennDOT says I-81 paving and repairs in southern Franklin County (Maryland line to Milepost 6) are nearing the finish, with work expected to wrap by July 16; weather delayed some barrier work, but northbound resurfacing is set to start around 7 p.m. June 29 near the I-81 Welcome Center, with temporary ramp closures and lane shifts. Historic Rail Excursion: Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014 will make a rare whistle-stop near Lewistown on Wednesday, July 8 (arrive ~12:45 p.m., depart ~1:15 p.m.), with free shuttle service from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. State Parks & Outdoors: Poe Paddy State Park (small but mighty) highlights CCC-era history, trout fishing at the Poe Paddy Tunnel area, and Mid-State Trail access; Poe Valley State Park adds a lake-centered boating setup (no gas motors). America250 Events: Cambria County will mark July 4 with a parade and ceremony in Ebensburg, now moved to Veterans Park due to courthouse roof delays. Family Travel Ideas: The Lumber Heritage Region’s Northern Tier spotlight points visitors to Kinzua Bridge, Cook Forest, Pine Creek Gorge, and a new America250 Recreational Quest program.
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