OIL CITY, Pa. – There is a lane restriction on Route 8 southbound in Sandycreek Township, Venango County.

A left lane restriction is in place for a portion of the southbound roadway between the northern intersection with Old Route 8 and the exit for Route 308.

The restriction is expected to remain in place until repairs can be made to a pipe under the roadway.

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