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Travel Advisory • Mar 3, 2026

Travel Advisory: NYS Route 90 Bridge Over the Thruway (I-90) in Cayuga County to Close Wednesday, March 4 for Approximately Three Weeks

The New York State Thruway Authority today announced the NYS Route 90 bridge over the Thruway (I-90), located between exit 40 (Weedsport - Auburn - NY Route 34) and exit 41 (Waterloo - Clyde - NY Route 414) at milepost 312.16 in the Town of Montezuma, will temporarily close to traffic to allow the contractor to perform necessary work on the bridge. Approximately 2,600 motorists travel the bridge daily.
NYS Police

Press Release • Feb 27, 2026

State Police issue more than 530 tickets and remove nearly 50 commercial vehicles from the road during enforcement details along the Thruway

During the February 26 detail, troopers issued 535 tickets to both passenger and commercial operators, of which 42% (224) were for speeding.
Plow trucks

Press Release • Feb 25, 2026

Governor Hochul Deploys Snow Removal Assets to Massachusetts to Support Winter Storm Response

Governor Hochul today deployed snow removal personnel and equipment to Massachusetts to support the state’s winter storm response as a blizzard brought more than two feet of snow to areas across the southeastern region of the commonwealth. New York State Thruway Authority deployments include 10 large dump trucks and 16 personnel.
New Website

Press Release • Feb 23, 2026

Thruway Authority Launches Redesigned Website with New Look and Enhanced Features

Site Features Streamlined Navigation, Easier Access and Modern Aesthetics

Address Remains the Same: thruway.ny.gov
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Press Release • Feb 22, 2026

Governor Hochul Updates New Yorkers on State Preparations Ahead of Severe Winter Storm

Governor Kathy Hochul today updated New Yorkers on ongoing State preparedness efforts ahead of a severe winter storm set to impact the state and directed all non-essential employees to telecommute on Monday.
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Press Release • Feb 21, 2026

Governor Hochul Declares State of Emergency as Blizzard is Set to Hit Long Island, New York City and Lower Hudson Valley

State of Emergency Declared for Albany, Bronx, Columbia, Greene, Delaware, Dutchess, Kings, Nassau, New York, Orange, Putnam, Queens, Richmond, Rockland, Suffolk, Schenectady, Schoharie, Sullivan, Ulster, Westchester and Contiguous Counties
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Press Release • Feb 20, 2026

Governor Hochul Urges New Yorkers to Prepare for Inclement Winter Storm Systems

Wintry Mix of Snow, Rain and Freezing Rain to Impact Areas Across the State Friday Through Saturday
Governor's Seal

Press Release • Feb 12, 2026

Governor Hochul Announces Completion of Safety Enhancement Project Along Onondaga Lake Parkway in Onondaga County

New LED Blank-Out Signs with “No Trucks” Messaging and Upgraded Detection System Among Latest Improvements To Prevent Collisions with Low-Clearance CSX Railroad Bridge
Governor's Seal

Press Release • Jan 25, 2026

Governor Hochul Updates New Yorkers on State Response to Massive Winter Storm Impacting State

State of Emergency Remains in Place Statewide; New Yorkers Urged to Remain Inside and To Avoid Travel Throughout Duration of Storm
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Press Release • Jan 24, 2026

Governor Hochul Updates New Yorkers on State Preparations Ahead of Massive Winter Storm

Beginning 12 a.m. Sunday, All Commercial Vehicles Required to Travel Exclusively in the Right Travel Lane on All State Roads, including the New York State Thruway