By JULIE CUNNINGHAM

(Franklin County, MA) MassDOT is once again assisting motorists by re-numbering the exits along Rt. 2 to match Federal Guidelines. The mile-based system is supposed to be less confusing for motorists than the sequential system that was previously used in Massachusetts. The driver friendly navigation will allow drivers to better determine distances to destinations and calculate miles traveled. The new system will also improve emergency response times. The re-number of Rt. 2 will start on March 23 and take place overnight.