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Sunday, May 19, 2013 - 18:49
MTA Metro-North Railroad and the Connecticut Department of Transportation have developed an alternate transportation plan for the east end of the New Haven Line, while intensive reconstruction efforts continue around the clock. This 31-mile section of track has been without train service since Friday night when a train derailed, affecting 30,000 customers.
Friday, May 17, 2013 - 16:42
The LIRR’s proposal to build track extensions at the existing Port Washington Yard will immediately improve train service for Port Washington Branch customers and also will mean more service to the East Side of Manhattan at Grand Central Terminal once the East Side Access project is completed.
Friday, May 17, 2013 - 13:29
The $109 million project to reconstruct and widen the Bronx-Whitestone Bridge’s Queens approach begins in June with an around-the-clock closure of one roadway lane but using a movable barrier system three lanes of traffic will be maintained during peak commuting hours.
Friday, May 17, 2013 - 10:48
FASTRACK Returns to the Upper East Side Starting Monday
Thursday, May 16, 2013 - 12:57
A/S Service to the Rockways Will Resume May 30
Tuesday, May 14, 2013 - 12:05
FASTRACK Coming to the D/N Lines in Brooklyn this Weekend
Monday, May 13, 2013 - 16:02
Purchasing Long Island Rail Road tickets at Penn Station just became a little easier with the debut of an automated queuing system that directs customers to the window staffed by next available ticket clerk.
Monday, May 13, 2013 - 15:18
Everybody needs to getaway – even if it’s for a day or overnight! So come to the Terminal to get some ideas and the possibility to win a weekend away. There will be live music, wine tasting, outdoor adventure demos and getaway sneak peeks throughout the day! There’s also a Grand Getaway Prize drawing every half hour.
Monday, May 13, 2013 - 11:30
FASTRACK A Success on the N/R 4th Avenue Line
Monday, May 13, 2013 - 11:14
Some 70 soloists and groups performed in Grand Central Terminal on May 13 as part of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s 26th annual auditions for its Music Under New York (MUNY) program. The auditions are held each year to add new talent to the program, which is administered by MTA Arts for Transit and Urban Design and presents 7,500 performances annually in the MTA’s subways and railroads.
Friday, May 10, 2013 - 14:53
2013 Construction Project of the Year
Thursday, May 9, 2013 - 10:17
It’s one of Broadway’s biggest hits starring one of New York s favorite musical comedy stars and now MTA Long Island Rail Road and the producers of “Nice Work If You Can Get It” want to get you in to see Matthew Broderick and a talented supporting cast at a big savings. Through June 15, you can ride free on the Long Island Rail Road to and from Manhattan and save as much as 35% on select performances when you take advantage of this offer.
Wednesday, May 8, 2013 - 14:01
From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. this Saturday and Sunday the public can view some of the world’s most famous Trains, Metro-North’s newest rail cars and other special railroad equipment during the “Grand Centennial Parade of Trains.”
Wednesday, May 8, 2013 - 09:56
Joseph Leader to Head Dept. of Subways
Tuesday, May 7, 2013 - 10:25
Nearly a hundred app developers gathered during the weekend of May 4-5 for an intensive weekend-long collaboration/competition that resulted in the creation of 17 concepts for apps to help MTA riders. It was the first “hackathon,” a group setting where interplay of ideas spurs creativity and innovation, to be officially sanctioned by the MTA.
Monday, May 6, 2013 - 17:37
This weekend, we replaced sections of track at Gun Hill Rd on the 2 (and 5) Line in the Bronx, and 231 St on the 1 Line in the Bronx. We also continued rehabilitation of the Dyckman St station on the 1 Line in Manhattan.
Monday, May 6, 2013 - 12:41
Replacement of the Bridge Street Bridge in the hamlet of New Hamburg will begin on Monday, May 13.
Friday, May 3, 2013 - 16:48
For the first time since Superstorm Sandy devastated the A train’s steel and ballast path through the Rockaways, ruining miles of signal and communications cables, and damaging much of the wayside signal equipment, the indicator board in the signal tower at the Rockaway Park – Beach 116 St station was working again.
Thursday, May 2, 2013 - 16:50
Massive Bronx Fire Ties 2/5 Line in Knots
Wednesday, May 1, 2013 - 17:46
The New York City Parkway Authority built the Cross Bay Bridge between Big Egg Marsh in Jamaica Bay and the Rockaway Peninsula in 1939.
Tuesday, April 30, 2013 - 17:11
This Sunday, May 5, New York City will host the TD Five Boro Bike Tour, attracting 32,000 cyclists from around the region and beyond. Its sister event, Bike Expo New York, is held on Saturday, May 4, in Lower Manhattan. You can avoid street closures, traffic tie-ups and parking fees by riding mass transit.
Tuesday, April 30, 2013 - 16:42
Large numbers of cyclists will converge on New York City and Cold Spring this weekend. If you’re one of them, you can avoid traffic, parking and street closures by taking the train to the big events. To make it easier to ride the rails with your bike in hand, Metro-North Railroad is waiving the usual requirement to carry a bicycle permit to board one of our trains. We’re also suspending restrictions on the number of bicycles permitted on board trains. Here are details on all three events.
Monday, April 29, 2013 - 09:43
FASTRACK Coming to 4th Ave N/R Line in Brooklyn
Friday, April 26, 2013 - 11:26
Customers can celebrate now that MTA Metro-North Railroad has completed major station renovations at Peekskill and Croton-Harmon that include the installation of new, site-specific art work at each location.
Friday, April 26, 2013 - 11:21
Metro-North is engagin in an $8.6 million effort is underway to stabilize the Hudson Line's river embankment for decades to come.
Friday, April 26, 2013 - 10:56
Brooklyn’s Smith-9th Streets F/G Station Returns to Service
Friday, April 26, 2013 - 10:25
The LIRR’s “Belmont Special” runs twice each morning from Penn Station and twice at the end of the racing day from Belmont Park featuring a ticket package that entitles customers to a $1 discount off the regular $3 grandstand admission.
Thursday, April 25, 2013 - 13:24
WIRELESS SERVICE HAS ARRIVED AT 30 ADDITIONAL UNDERGROUND SUBWAY STATIONS
Monday, April 22, 2013 - 13:29
This weekend, we replaced panels of track near Knickerbocker Av on the M Line and repaired track at Euclid Av on the A/C Line and at Cypress Hills on the J Line.
Monday, April 22, 2013 - 11:47
MTA operations reduce the carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas emissions of the region by 17.1 million metric tons in 2011. With 8.5 million riders per average weekday, that means each trip on a train or bus prevents the emission of 10 pounds of greenhouse gases, on average, compared with making that trip by car.
Monday, April 22, 2013 - 11:44
MTA operations reduce the carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas emissions of the region by 17.1 million metric tons in 2011. With 8.5 million riders per average weekday, that means each trip on a train or bus prevents the emission of 10 pounds of greenhouse gases, on average, compared with making that trip by car.
Monday, April 22, 2013 - 11:41
MTA operations reduce the carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas emissions of the region by 17.1 million metric tons in 2011. With 8.5 million riders per average weekday, that means each trip on a train or bus prevents the emission of 10 pounds of greenhouse gases, on average, compared with making that trip by car.
Monday, April 22, 2013 - 11:33
MTA operations reduce the carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas emissions of the region by 17.1 million metric tons in 2011. With 8.5 million riders per average weekday, that means each trip on a train or bus prevents the emission of 10 pounds of greenhouse gases, on average, compared with making that trip by car.
Monday, April 22, 2013 - 11:01
New rail cars now make up half the New Haven Line fleet.
Sunday, April 21, 2013 - 10:24
The MTA has launched its newest round of television, print and poster advertisements intended to remind customers to remain alert while using MTA services.
Friday, April 19, 2013 - 16:44
New Leadership in Place at MTA New York City Transit
Friday, April 19, 2013 - 10:14
Look Out for New Transit Watch Decals on Buses
Thursday, April 18, 2013 - 11:58
New Yorkers looking for the fastest and most direct way to the Hamptons on summer Friday afternoons will find their dream ride leaving Penn Station aboard the Long Island Rail Road’s re-launched ‘Cannonball’ train, which will depart from Manhattan for the first time in LIRR history.
Wednesday, April 17, 2013 - 12:42
Motorists should avoid the RFK Bridge suspension span in Queens. There is a three-vehicle accident involving tractor trailer and two other vehicles.
Collision Leads to RFK Bridge Lane Closures
Motorists should avoid the RFK Bridge suspension span in Queens. There is a three-vehicle accident involving tractor trailer and two other vehicles. Three lanes near the bridge’s Queens tower are closed. FDNY is on the scene to contain a diesel spill.
Wednesday, April 17, 2013 - 12:21
Spring means Metro-North’s Station Enhancement Program is once again underway. “Stations gangs” are at select Harlem Line locations, giving them a coat of paint and numerous amenities to make them look fresh and new.
Friday, April 12, 2013 - 12:18
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today nominated Thomas F. Prendergast to serve as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA).
Friday, April 12, 2013 - 08:32
New MTA Long Island Rail Road timetables that went into effect on Monday, March 4 include enhanced late-night train service to Atlantic Terminal.
Friday, April 12, 2013 - 08:30
With speedy, reliable service that lets you avoid game day traffic and parking fees, the Long Island Rail Road is the best way to get to Mets home games!
Friday, April 12, 2013 - 08:28
Passenger Recounts Day His Life Was Saved.
Friday, April 12, 2013 - 08:26
The MTA has closed on the first of two 99-year ground leases with the Related Companies and Oxford Properties Group.
Friday, April 12, 2013 - 08:22
City Food Tours is one of New York City's most popular attractions for gourmets and gourmands who want to experience the city's unique neighborhoods by sampling the cuisines that make them special.
Friday, April 12, 2013 - 08:19
The Bronx-Whitestone Bridge, a vital link in the city’s transportation network and a key element in the development of suburban Long Island, opened 74 years ago on April 29, 1939.
Friday, April 12, 2013 - 08:14
Grand Central Terminal’s Vanderbilt Hall will be the site of a huge community blood drive as MTA Metro-North Railroad partners with New York Blood Center on Thursday April 18 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday, April 12, 2013 - 08:12
Testing an all-new design for a re-manufactured bus
Wednesday, April 3, 2013 - 08:37
RFK Bridge Manhattan/Queens Ramp Project Underway
Friday, March 29, 2013 - 08:35
Metro-North is gearing up to hit another home run with special Yankees “Train
Friday, March 22, 2013 - 07:23
“On Time / Grand Central at 100,” a gallery show of major contemporary artists, has been mounted by MTA Arts for Transit.
Thursday, March 21, 2013 - 18:25
Thursday, March 21, 2013 - 07:06
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo welcomed the announcement of nearly $200 million in federal funding from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) .
Thursday, March 21, 2013 - 07:04
Thursday, March 14, 2013 - 16:09
Thursday, March 14, 2013 - 15:56
Thursday, March 14, 2013 - 15:53
Thursday, March 14, 2013 - 15:51
Unbeknownst to most New Yorkers, construction of a new landmark commuter rail terminal is underway far below Park Avenue and the historic Grand Central Terminal.
Thursday, March 14, 2013 - 15:50
Thursday, March 14, 2013 - 15:49
Thursday, March 14, 2013 - 15:33
Friday, February 8, 2013 - 13:46
Friday, January 18, 2013 - 12:25
Monday, January 14, 2013 - 12:43
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