PSP plan sobriety checkpoints and patrols through New Year’s Day

Pennsylvania teams up with neighboring states for Operation Safe Holiday Advertisement Updated: 5:47 PM EST Nov 10, 2026 Editorial Standards ⓘ Brian Roche Anchor Pennsylvania teams up with neighboring states for Operation Safe Holiday Updated: 5:47 PM EST Nov 10, 2026 Editorial Standards ⓘ Brian Roche Anchor Pennsylvania State Police and PennDOT are reminding drivers to stay safe this holiday season. "We are urging every single driver and passenger to take a moment and think about safety," PennDOT secretary Mike Carroll said. Advertisement Pennsylvania is collaborating with West Virginia and Ohio to kick off Operation Safe Holiday, a series of informational and enforcement efforts running now through January 1. The holiday season impaired driving campaign begins November 25 and runs through January 1. During this period, police will conduct sobriety checkpoints, roving patrols, and regular traffic safety patrols to address drivers impaired by drugs or alcohol. "Crashes caused by alcohol or drugs are completely preventable. Make the choice to drive sober or don't drive at all. Whether it's choosing a designated driver, using a ride-share service, or taking public transit, there are safer options available," Carroll said. Pennsylvania launched Operation Safe Holiday on November 9 with the "Click It or Ticket" Thanksgiving enforcement mobilization, which runs through November 30. Make WGAL a preferred source on Google Add Preferred Source Share Infinite Scroll Enabled Top Picks Ole Miss student apologizes after video showing women making racist gestures sparks backlash Video: Drone delivers food to ape stranded during Florida flooding Public health alert issued for three frozen meat products, USDA warns Paul McCartney achieves billionaire status, becomes world’s third-richest musician