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Virginia Department of Transportation Says Part of I-81 will be Completely Closed This Weekend The Panhandle News Network - 3 days ago
New York State Police Investigating Multi-Vehicle Crash on Interstate 81 in Oswego County New York State Police (.gov) - 3 days ago
20-vehicle crash in whiteout conditions closes I-81; second big pileup on highway (photos) Syracuse.com - 3 days ago
Interstate 81 to shut down this weekend for bridge repairs, major delays likely Augusta Free Press - 4 days ago
Staunton District | Southbound I-81 closed March 21-22 at Woodstock for overpass bridge repairs Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 9 days ago
Interstate 81 and Interstate 84 Pavement Replacement and Restoration Project Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (.gov) - 16 days ago
UPDATE: Northbound I-81 Overnight Closure Rescheduled for March 14-15 near Staunton Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 18 days ago
Pa. is banning these vehicles from major highways as winter storm approaches Tuesday pennlive.com - 19 days ago
Fiery I-81 Crash Kills 1, Shuts Down Highway Under 581 Flyover In Cumberland County dailyvoice.com - 20 days ago
Fiery crash with entrapment kills 1 along I-81 in Cumberland County: PennDOT pennlive.com - 21 days ago
Drivers on I-81 suddenly saw a guardrail across the road: ‘I didn’t have time to do anything’ Syracuse.com - 23 days ago
If you’re driving on I-81 near Chambersburg today, here’s what you need to know pennlive.com - 23 days ago
An I-81 nightmare: Drivers in dark crash into section of guardrail across the highway Syracuse.com - 25 days ago
'Significant' fuel spill reported after truck carrying frozen tuna flips on I-81 local21news.com - 39 days ago
Staunton District | Route 604 to Close Feb. 13 at Woodstock for Overpass Bridge Repairs Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 39 days ago
Staunton District | Continuous Closure of Route 33 in Harrisonburg Feb. 16 – 20 for Bridge Work Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 46 days ago
Kidnapped Tennessee Girls Found Safe After Traffic Stop On I-81 In Cumberland County: PSP dailyvoice.com - 54 days ago
Salem District: Road crews continue working on interstates and main roads Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 56 days ago
Staunton District Traffic Alert for Jan. 26 – 30, 2026 Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 57 days ago
Traffic alert: I-81 North closed for hours after tractor trailer overturns in Oswego County Syracuse.com - 59 days ago
Closing part of Syracuse’s elevated viaduct forever: What to expect on the I-81 project in 2026 Syracuse.com - 59 days ago
Rolling Stops Today on I-81 Near Chambersburg in Franklin County Franklin County Free Press - 59 days ago
Plan ahead: Rolling traffic stops will affect Interstate 81 in Franklin County today pennlive.com - 61 days ago
State police handling early morning crash on I-81 in Franklin County: dispatch local21news.com - 63 days ago
Salem District: RoadWatch January 16-23, 2026 Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 64 days ago
Commonwealth Transportation Board Awards $219 Million Contract for I-81 Widening at Harrisonburg Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 64 days ago
Commonwealth Transportation Board Awards $219 Million Contract for I-81 Widening at Harrisonburg Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 64 days ago
UPDATE: State Police investigate multi-vehicle collision on I-81 in LaFayette New York State Police (.gov) - 65 days ago
VDOT Schedules Feb. 17 Public Hearing in Rockbridge County for I-81 Southbound Widening Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 70 days ago
Bristol District Weekly Traffic Alert: January 12 - 18, 2026 Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 70 days ago
Staunton District Traffic Alert for Jan. 12 – 16, 2026 Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 71 days ago
Interstate 81 widening, Exit 137 to 141 - Roanoke County and City of Salem Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 74 days ago
Winchester Man Flown Out For Treatment following New Year’s Day Crash; January 1 was a chaotic day on I-81 The Panhandle News Network - 74 days ago
Child Dead after Being Ejected from Vehicle in I-81 Crash; “Multiple Charges” Could Be Forthcoming The Panhandle News Network - 74 days ago
Public information meeting scheduled for Interstate 81 widening project between exits 143 to 150 Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 74 days ago
Interstate 81, Section 362 Northbound Over West Foothills Drive Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (.gov) - 79 days ago
Police search for motorcyclist in Interstate 81 pursuit on Christmas Day Augusta Free Press - 84 days ago
Multi-vehicle crash on I-81 south, person reportedly ejected from vehicle: PennDOT local21news.com - 84 days ago
Ice Storm Warning Issued For Pennsylvania, Ohio And West Virginia, US: Hazardous Conditions And Travel Disruptions Expected Travel And Tour World - 86 days ago
PennDOT, PA Turnpike announce speed limit, vehicle restrictions for post-holiday storm pennlive.com - 87 days ago
Update: Two tractor trailers crash, shutting down I-81 south in Cortland County New York State Police (.gov) - 87 days ago
2 tractor-trailers jackknife on snowy I-81 south, closing highway in Cortland County Syracuse.com - 92 days ago
Public housing residents concerned over I-81 Viaduct Project's potential impacts Spectrum News - 100 days ago
Traffic alert: All lanes back open on I-81 North after tractor trailer crash in LaFayette Syracuse.com - 102 days ago
Troopers investigate jack-knifed tractor trailer on I-81 in Cortland County New York State Police (.gov) - 104 days ago
I-81 southbound widening, Rockbridge County (mile marker 205 to 200) Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 105 days ago
Bristol District Weekly Traffic Alert: December 8 - 14, 2025 Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 106 days ago
Rolling Stops Today on I-81 Near Chambersburg in Franklin County Franklin County Free Press - 108 days ago
Speed back to normal on I-81 in Pennsylvania after winter storm Waynesboro Record Herald - 108 days ago
Speed reduced on Interstate 81 in Pennsylvania due to winter storm Waynesboro Record Herald - 108 days ago
Snow, poor visibility makes for hazardous morning commute across Central New York Syracuse.com - 112 days ago
Bristol District Weekly Traffic Alert: December 1 - 7, 2025 Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 115 days ago
New on-ramp opens as first access point created by Syracuse I-81 community grid Spectrum News - 116 days ago
Drivers on this Pennsylvania interstate will face unexpected delays tomorrow pennlive.com - 120 days ago
Hitting the road in NY, PA for Thanksgiving? Here's your guide to avoid delays, cut costs Press & Sun-Bulletin - 122 days ago
Rolling Stops Planned for Today on I-81 Near Chambersburg in Franklin County Franklin County Free Press - 122 days ago
Statewide | Interstate 81 Advisory Committee scheduled to meet Dec. 2 in Augusta County Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 123 days ago
West Hazleton, PA – Fatal Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-81 Near MM 145 Rand Spear The Accident Lawyer - 126 days ago
Bristol District Weekly Traffic Alert: November 17 - 23, 2025 Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 127 days ago
Rolling Stops Planned on I-81 Near Chambersburg for Blasting Work Franklin County Free Press - 127 days ago
Vexit? West Virginia leaders have their eyes on our Interstate 81 corridor Augusta Free Press - 136 days ago
Syracuse mayoral candidate Sharon Owens on I-81 viaduct removal, redevelopment of public housing Central Current - 137 days ago
South Abington Township, PA - Three Hospitalized After Suspected DUI Wrong-Way Crash on I-81 Stanley Law Offices - 140 days ago
Bristol District Weekly Traffic Alert: November 3 - 9, 2025 Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 141 days ago
Traffic alert: Entrance ramp onto northbound Interstate 81 at Exit 162 in Botetourt County to close Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 149 days ago
Staunton District | Controlled blasting scheduled for I-81 near Strasburg Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 149 days ago
Tractor trailer crash, fire closed I-81 in Binghamton Oct. 22. What we know Press & Sun-Bulletin - 151 days ago
VDOT holds hearing for Interstate 81 widening between Exits 128 and 137 in Montgomery and Roanoke Counties Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 154 days ago
Here’s when sign inspections on Interstate-81 and Route 22 will affect your commute pennlive.com - 154 days ago
Salem District | RoadWatch: October 17-24, 2025 Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 157 days ago
Statewide | VDOT sets public meetings Oct. 27-30 for Interstate 81 Corridor Improvement Plan Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 157 days ago
Staunton District | Continuous Closure of Route 33 in Harrisonburg October 20-24 for Bridge Work Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 162 days ago
One of two Pennsylvania State Police troopers shot on I-81 released from hospital York Daily Record - 162 days ago
Bristol District Weekly Traffic Alert: October 13 - 19, 2025 Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 162 days ago
Two PA State Police troopers shot, suspect dead after Franklin County incident. The latest Waynesboro Record Herald - 163 days ago
2 Pa. troopers hurt after exchanging gunfire with suspect in Franklin County NBC10 Philadelphia - 163 days ago
Pa. State Police say two troopers and one suspect shot in incident in area of I-81 The Herald-Mail - 163 days ago
Left Two Lanes on Northbound I-81, in Berkeley County, to be Closed Beginning Tonight The Panhandle News Network - 164 days ago
Pavement Patching Planned for I-81 Near Carlisle in Cumberland County Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (.gov) - 170 days ago
Staunton District | Overnight ramp closures and detours at I-81 / I-66 junction Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 174 days ago
Interstate 81 northbound off-ramp at Route 16, Greencastle, PA to close for road work Waynesboro Record Herald - 175 days ago
Maryland State Police identify drivers in I-81 crash, including deceased WV woman The Herald-Mail - 176 days ago
I-81 in Williamsport area remains closed after fatal crash with hazmat spill The Herald-Mail - 176 days ago
Staunton District | Bridges over I-81 reopen in Rockingham County Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 177 days ago
Southbound I-81 fully open in Rockingham County but two damaged overpasses remain closed Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 178 days ago
Staunton District | Southbound I-81 Lane Closures and Overpass Bridge Closures in Rockingham County Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 182 days ago
Bristol District Weekly Traffic Alert: September 22 - 28, 2025 Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 182 days ago
Salem District | RoadWatch: September 19 - 26, 2025 Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 183 days ago
Salem District | Traffic Alert: Entrance ramp onto southbound Interstate 81 at Exit 94 in Pulaski County Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 185 days ago
Salem District | Traffic Alert: Interstate 81 bridge work closes exit 89B ramps in Pulaski County Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 189 days ago
Staunton District Traffic Alert for September 15 – 19, 2025 Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 198 days ago
Slowdowns planned on I-81 in Syracuse through early October for construction work Syracuse.com - 198 days ago
Continuous Single-Lane Closures Monday Night Through Wednesday Night on Northbound I-81 in Shenandoah County Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 206 days ago
Interstate 81 southbound auxiliary lane and Route 635 bridge replacement, Augusta County Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 206 days ago
Staunton District | I-81 Southbound Auxiliary Lane Opens to Traffic in Augusta County Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 212 days ago
Staunton District | I-81 Overnight Lane Closures in Frederick County for Cable-Barrier Installation Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 212 days ago
Staunton District | I-81 Overnight Lane Closures in Frederick County for Cable-Barrier Installation Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 219 days ago
What will Business Loop 81 look like as drivers approach Syracuse? See new drawing Syracuse.com - 224 days ago
Learn about I-81 construction planned for South Side, downtown Syracuse at open house Syracuse.com - 241 days ago
Four adults, four children injured after I-81 crash in Jefferson County WATE 6 On Your Side - 242 days ago
For Highway Teardowns to Correct the Wrongs of the Past, Focus on Housing Streetsblog USA - 242 days ago
Interstate 81 Lane and Ramp Closures Near Staunton for Bridge Widening Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 250 days ago
Tired of I-81 construction? Progress isn’t painless (Editorial Board Opinion) Syracuse.com - 252 days ago
Senator Capito announces $24 million for West Virginia truck parking expansion Senator Shelley Capito (.gov) - 253 days ago
Interstate 81 traffic restrictions near Staunton for bridge work beginning July 15 Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 253 days ago
Staunton District | I-81 slow rolls and exit ramp closures July 13 in Frederick County Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 256 days ago
Statewide | Interstate 81 Advisory Committee scheduled to meet July 14 in Augusta County Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 261 days ago
Staunton District | Interstate 81 southbound right lane near Exit 222 to close for pothole repairs Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 263 days ago
Statewide | VDOT sets public meetings for Interstate 81 2025 Corridor Improvement Plan Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 267 days ago
Bristol District Weekly Traffic Alert: June 30 - July 6, 2025 Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 269 days ago
Upgrades to I-81 Exit 240 and Route 257 in Rockingham County in advance of travel center opening Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 273 days ago
Why is I-40 closed today? Interstate rockslide and Tennessee closure: Where, what to know Knoxville News Sentinel - 274 days ago
I-40 closed through Pigeon River Gorge near NC/TN line for rockslide and flooding The Asheville Citizen Times - 274 days ago
I-40 closure near North Carolina-Tennessee line disrupts travel, detours in place WYFF News 4 - 275 days ago
Staunton District | Expect Interstate 81 northbound ramp changes at the Route 33 bridge project Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 275 days ago
I-40 closed near NC-TN line because of flooding; Detours in place - Asheville's 828 News NOW 828 News Now - 279 days ago
Motorhome catches fire on I-81, shutting southbound lanes in Hamblen County WATE 6 On Your Side - 281 days ago
Overnight traffic restrictions on I-81 and Route 250 near Staunton beginning June 16 Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 284 days ago
I-81 detour signs installed in Staunton area Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 290 days ago
Expect delays and overnight closures on I-81 for bridge demolition work in Harrisonburg June 9-12, 2025 Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 295 days ago
I-64 eastbound ramp onto I-81 northbound in Rockbridge County to be closed overnights in early June Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 309 days ago
Staunton District | I-81 overnight lane closures for barrier installation at Strasburg-area widening project Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 311 days ago
Chain reaction crash in Berkeley County ties Up I-81 northbound for hours Tuesday WV MetroNews - 311 days ago
One car, two SUVs, three tractor-trailers involved in crash on Interstate 81 in WV The Herald-Mail - 315 days ago
VDOT announces schedule change to Sunday, May 11 at 10 a.m. through Monday for I-81 bridge work southbound at mile marker 269 in Shenandoah County Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov) - 330 days ago
Mississippi woman pronounced dead after SUV hits back of tractor-trailer on Interstate 81 The Herald-Mail - 346 days ago
DUI Crash Killed Motorist and Shut Down I-81 Completely Sunday night in South Berkeley County The Panhandle News Network - 346 days ago
Virginia man charged in I-81 crash where deceased crossed into opposing traffic The Herald-Mail - 357 days ago
I-81 exits have changed in Broome County. See the list and what's still to come Press & Sun-Bulletin - 372 days ago
Three-vehicle accident on I-81 Claims Two Lives; Stops Traffic for Six Hours The Panhandle News Network - 386 days ago
I-40 reopening at the Pigeon River Gorge: What Tennessee drivers should know amid restoration Knoxville News Sentinel - 536 days ago
With I-40 closed, try these alternate routes once it's safe to travel to North Carolina Knoxville News Sentinel - 627 days ago
Tennessee man killed after rear-ending tractor-trailer on I-81 in Roanoke County WRIC ABC 8News - 669 days ago
Teen in distress dies after being hit by truck on Interstate 81 in W.Va. The Herald-Mail - 788 days ago
Two I-81 south exits in Berkeley County will be closed Jan. 22-23: Here's when The Herald-Mail - 914 days ago
Exit 12 Exit Ramp on Northbound I-81, in Berkeley County, to be Closed on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 WV Department of Transportation (.gov) - 968 days ago
Lawsuit: WV troopers ‘attacked’ man with tasers and ‘unnecessary means’ West Virginia Watch - 1089 days ago
W.Va. rejects attorney's request to get records, video of I-81 death of Hagerstown man The Herald-Mail - 1116 days ago
WV State Police cite legal exemptions to deny records involving Hagerstown man's death The Herald-Mail - 1130 days ago
Family says man who died after police struggle on I-81 had mental illness The Herald-Mail - 1131 days ago
West Virginia authorities investigating death of male after officer struggle The Herald-Mail - 1326 days ago
The I-81 Corridor Manufacturing Success: Shenandoah Valley Virginia Economic Development Partnership - 1331 days ago
Driver swings knife at deputies after chase reaching 115 mph, police say The Herald-Mail - 1407 days ago
Virginia man charged with DUI, other charges in death of Martinsburg woman after crash on I-81 The Herald-Mail - 1564 days ago
Police: Trucker dispute along I-81 in Berkeley County leads to deadly shooting The Herald-Mail - 1572 days ago
Groundbreaking at logistics center; ribbon cutting for brewery; opening for PT clinic The Herald-Mail - 1589 days ago
What does the infrastructure bill mean for Maryland? Officials want to widen all of I-81 The Herald-Mail - 1624 days ago
'If you started construction on 81 this morning, it still wouldn't be timely enough' The Herald-Mail - 1631 days ago
Thursday police pursuit involved driver acting 'wildly' and reaching speeds of 120 mph The Herald-Mail - 1674 days ago
Two drivers hurt in fiery crash that shut down I-81 north in Berkeley County The Herald-Mail - 1674 days ago
Concerns grow over how to fund road improvements in West Virginia's Eastern Panhandle The Herald-Mail - 1721 days ago
2 truckers killed on I-81 in West Virginia trying to help at crash scene The Winchester Star - 1723 days ago
Crashes on Interstate 81 in West Virginia result in death, injuries, close southbound lanes The Herald-Mail - 1738 days ago
One Winchester, Va., resident killed, another hurt in I-81 crash in Berkeley County The Herald-Mail - 1860 days ago
$104.6 million project widening Interstate 81 over Potomac River is finished Echo Pilot - 2418 days ago
Strawser found guilty of I-81 murder, sentenced to life in prison Chambersburg Public Opinion - 2424 days ago
I-81 murder trial: Tipster couple describe emotional encounters with shooting suspect Chambersburg Public Opinion - 2750 days ago
Crews prevail in building 1,184-foot I-81 bridge despite extreme weather The Herald-Mail - 2949 days ago
Washington Co. sergeant remembered fondly after fatal crash on I-81 in W.Va. The Herald-Mail - 3031 days ago
West Virginia man accused of 2014 murder on I-81 held over for trial in Franklin County fox43.com - 4377 days ago
Police Confirm Two Dead in Crashes Involving 40 Vehicles on Interstate 81 in West Virginia NBC4 Washington