7 myths about the MBTA Communities Act, debunked by experts
We asked for your questions about the controversial multi-family zoning law. Housing and zoning experts debunk common ...
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Union Pacific, Metra continue transfer of commuter rail services as financial negotiations remain ongoing
The two agencies are working to complete the transfer of train operations on three lines to Metra while working to agree on financial compensations.
Metro North’s beloved Quiet Car is gone for good — and NYC commuters are melting down over it
Hey @MetroNorth how about bringing back the ‘quiet car’ — there are many frequent riders who do not want to be in everyone’s ...
Railway Age1d
Commuter Rail Excess Liability Insurance a ‘Train Wreck‘
Federal provisions concerning passenger rail liability are creating a headache that may threaten commuter rail service across ...
MBTA: Unique 'shuttle service' coming to Fall River and New Bedford. How will it work?
The MBTA said when South Coast Rail starts, Fall River and New Bedford commuters will have an extra 'shuttle service.' What ...
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Giant commuter rail bridge being moved at Port of Coeymans
The Port of Coeymans is moving the final section of a massive commuter rail bridge. The Portal North Bridge is part of the ...
Some residents express concern about MBTA proposal to build new rail track in Reading, Massachusetts
Residents are raising concerns after the MBTA announced plans to install a new commuter rail track on the Haverhill line in ...
Cape and Islands NPR2d
South Coast Rail opens March 24 — but only if feds approve first
Once open, South Coast Rail will extend Boston commuter rail from its current terminus in Middleborough to New Bedford and ...
Railway Age3d
UP, Metra Move Closer to Service Transfer
Union Pacific (UP) on Feb. 10 provided an update on its work with Metra to “finalize the safe and seamless transfer of ...
A new soccer stadium is slated for Everett. What are the options for public transit?
Everett officials have been meeting with the state and reps from Wynn Resorts, The Davis Cos., and The Kraft Group to plot ...
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Union Pacific Transfers Commuter Rail Services to Metra
Union Pacific is transferring commuter rail services to Metra for the Union Pacific North, Northwest, and West Lines in the ...
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Charlotte council approves financing for purchase of rail line
Charlotte’s city council has approved financing to purchase 22 miles of a Norfolk Southern rail line for a proposed commuter rail operation. WCNC-TV reports the council unanimously approved a plan not ...