News Release Archive

TRANSPORTATION/PUBLIC WORKS--TRAFFIC ADVISORY
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PICTOU COUNTY: SALEM ROAD

On Monday Aug. 11, Salem Road, Pictou County will be permanently
closed to all through traffic at the new Highway 104 construction
site.

The closure is necessary to provide a controlled access
environment for the new four-lane section of Highway 104 from
Salt Springs to Alma currently under construction.

Motorists wishing to access Salem Road south of the new
construction can use the existing Highway 104 to Salter Road to
Pleasant Valley Road to Salem Road. Access will remain unchanged
for the portion of Salem Road north of the new construction.

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Contact: Chris Welner
         Transportation and Public Works
         902-424-8687
          
         Local area office
         902-752-6224

ngr                   August 8, 1997 - 2:30 pm