Today in York – September 6 2018
Key updates
Traffic lights fixed after causing major jams
But the signals being stuck on red saw huge rush hour jams.
Adding to the problem was the closure of one lane of Holgate Road near the iron bridge due to emergency water works. It meant short journeys were delayed by an hour or more.
Bus company First York described the length of the queues on Twitter:
2/2 – The result is queuing traffic as far as Beckfield Lane on 5/5A and 59, Acomb on 1 and Askham Bar Tesco on 3/4/12. We have severe delays on these services. Please bear with us while we work our way through the traffic
— First York (@FirstYork) September 6, 2018
Traffic light problems cause delays again
For the second time in two days the traffic lights at The Mount / Dalton Terrace junction are stuck on red.
It’s causing delays for drivers. Engineers are on the scene.
<Signals> All on red at The Mount/Dalton Terrace junction, engineers notified. Please travel with caution in the area.
— York Travel (@york_travel) September 6, 2018
There are queues on Tadcaster Road and Holgate Road as a result. Services 1, 3, 4, 5/5A, 12 and 59 are likely to be delayed. RT @york_travel: <Signals> All on red at The Mount/Dalton Terrace junction, engineers notified. Please travel with caution in the area.
— First York (@FirstYork) September 6, 2018
This morning’s headlines
- This is what will replace Bootham Crescent stadium – first plans revealed – YorkMix
- Popular York pub up for sale – brewery says it is surplus to requirements – YorkMix
- Motorcyclist deaths rise this year after summer’s heatwave – Press
- York Hospital staff in ballot on strike action – Press
- Upgrade to Monks Cross roundabout set for approval – Minster FM
- York father prepares for ‘Roman Ride’ challenge – Minster FM
Today’s weather
Light cloud, some sunshine and a gentle breeze today. Your top temperature: 16°C.
