ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The long-awaited reopening of the Main Street lift bridge in Brockport has been delayed again, village officials announced Wednesday, pushing the projected opening to November.

The bridge, which spans the Erie Canal and connects the village’s north and south sides, has been under rehabilitation for several years. Its closure has disrupted both daily traffic and local events, including the village’s annual arts festival.

The delay stems from a combination of issues, including bridge clearance problems, the need to replace a critical positioning sensor, and a shortage of skilled iron workers. The sensor is expected to arrive in October, while the Department of Transportation is exploring the possibility of bringing in additional crews from the New York City area to

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