MassDOT Advisory: Lane Closures in Otis

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OTIS, Mass. — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing lane closures along I-90 will be in effect beginning Monday, April 1, at 7:00 p.m., in Otis and Blandford.
 
These include:
  • Lane closures on I-90 westbound, in Otis and Blandford, between mile markers 23.5 and 27.0.
  • Lane closures on I-90 eastbound, in Otis and Blandford, between mile markers 21.5 and 27.0
  • Lane closures on I-90 eastbound and westbound, in Blandford, at mile marker 26.1. 
Work in these locations will begin on Monday, April 1, at 7:00 p.m., and will be conducted through Friday morning, during evening and overnight hours. Each day, work will begin at 7:00 p.m. and conclude at 5:30 a.m. the following day (work starting at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday will conclude at 5:30 a.m. on Friday). 
 
These closures will allow crews to perform necessary guardrail work, drainage work, and bridge repair work. 
 
Those traveling through the area should expect delays, reduce speed, and use caution. Appropriate signage and messaging will be in place.
 
All scheduled work is weather dependent and subject to change without notice. 

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Monterey Man Sought in Suspicious Fire

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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