I-90 Overnight Lane Closures Scheduled for Construction in West Stockbridge and Stockbridge

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WEST STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) has announced that construction operations are scheduled to take place on I-90 eastbound and westbound in West Stockbridge and Stockbridge from Tuesday, May 27, through Friday, May 30.

These operations will involve bridge painting, drainage structure work, and guardrail repairs, requiring lane closures during overnight hours.

MassDOT has stated that the work will necessitate lane closures at various locations along I-90. "All scheduled work is weather dependent and subject to change without notice," MassDOT noted.

In West Stockbridge, bridge painting is slated for I-90 eastbound and westbound at mile marker 1.3, from Tuesday night, May 27, through Thursday night, May 29. The work will occur between 7:00 p.m. and 5:30 a.m. the following morning. Additionally, drainage structure work will be conducted on I-90 eastbound from mile marker 0.0 to 3.0 during the same overnight hours and dates.

In the Stockbridge/West Stockbridge area, guardrail work is planned for I-90 eastbound from mile marker 3.8 to 6.5, also from Tuesday night, May 27, through Thursday night, May 29, between 7:00 p.m. and 5:30 a.m. the following morning. Concurrently, drainage structure and guardrail repairs will be performed on I-90 westbound from mile marker 3.8 to 6.5 during the same overnight period.

Signage and law enforcement personnel will be present to direct drivers through the construction zones. Motorists traveling in these areas should anticipate delays, reduce their speed, and exercise caution.

 


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Monterey Man Arrested in Suspicious Fire

Update: John Rohane was taken into custody on a warrant connected to the fire. He was taken to an area hospital for an issue unrelated to the fire or his arrest.
MONTEREY, Mass. — State Police, Monterey Police, and other officials are searching for John Rohane, 60, following a suspicious fire early Wednesday morning at his home on Main Road.
 
Rohane may be wearing a green jacket and boots. Anyone who sees him or knows of his whereabouts is urged to call 911 right away. Do not approach him.
 
The Monterey Fire Department responded to 340 Main Road at about 3:50 Wednesday morning for a report of a fire. Otis responded for mutual aid. No injuries were reported. 
 
Based on an examination of the scene, witness interviews, and other evidence, State Police fire investigators assigned to the State Fire Marshal's office determined that the fire had been intentionally set.
 
As the investigation continued, State Police and regional partners began searching for Rohane, bringing additional assets to the wooded area behind 340 Main Road, including areas of Beartown State Forest.
 
Those efforts remain active at the posting of this information at 5 p.m.
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