News Archive
Friday, January 13, 2012
MTA Completes FASTRACK
It's the MTA's new, innovative way to keep the subway system in a state of good repair. .. read more
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Hop on Metro-North for Skiing at Thunder Ridge
Can't quite make it to Killington, Vail, or Gstaad to ski? Try Patterson, New York - less than two hours from Grand Central Terminal. Metro-North makes it easy to get away for a day of winter fun and savings, too! .. read more
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
MTA Bus Time® Arrives on Staten Island
For bus riders who have ever wondered: “Where is my bus and when will it get here?” The answer has arrived: MTA Bus Time®! .. read more
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
FASTRACK on the Lexington Avenue 4, 5, 6 Line
It’s a faster, less disruptive way to do subway work. .. read more
Thursday, January 05, 2012
Film Production in the Subways
Nothing embodies New York City more than an authentic subway car. .. read more
Wednesday, January 04, 2012
Metro-North Sets Record for On-time Performance in December: 98.6%
December 2011 was the best month of 2011 and the best December in the 29-year history of Metro-North Railroad in terms of on-time performance - with 98.6% of all trains operating on time. .. read more
Saturday, January 21, 2012
MTA Weathers the Storm
Despite significant snowfall throughtout the metropolitan region, the MTA was able to provide service without any major weather-related delays. .. read more
Monday, January 09, 2012
LIRR Announces 2012 New York City Getaway Packages
MTA Long Island Rail Road has unveiled its 2012 package of New York City Getaways featuring two brand new Manhattan sightseeing attractions as well as many perennial favorites .. read more
Monday, December 19, 2011
LIRR Train Time Debuts on Port Washington Branch
The Long Island Rail Road has launched a pilot of LIRR Train Time™, a digital service that provides real-time train arrival status to customers using mobile devices or desktop computers. .. read more
Monday, January 09, 2012
Weekend at Work: January 6-9, 2012
This weekend, workers repaired and replaced tracks at 8 St and 28 St on the N/R/Q Line, 14 St on the 1/2/3 Line, Jackson Av on the 2/5 Line, and 161 St on the B/D Line. .. read more
Sunday, January 08, 2012
FASTRACK Coming to the Lexington Avenue 4, 5, 6 Line
It's a faster, less disruptive way to do subway work. .. read more
Thursday, January 05, 2012
Let the LIRR Take You to the Boat Show, Motorcycle Show and NYC Restaurant Week
It's January, which means it's time for three great events in NYC: the New York Boat Show, the Progressive International Motorcycle Show, and NYC Restaurant Week! .. read more
Thursday, January 05, 2012
Let Metro-North Take You to the Boat Show, Motorcycle Show and NYC Restaurant Week
It's January, which means it's time for three great events in NYC: the New York Boat Show, the Progressive International Motorcycle Show, and NYC Restaurant Week! .. read more
Monday, January 02, 2012
MTA 2011 Highlights: Mega Projects Taking Shape
In 2011, the MTA focused on delivering on some long-promised benefits for our 8.5 million customers. This is the last in a daily series that recaps the best of 2011. .. read more
Sunday, January 01, 2012
MTA 2011 Highlights: Atlantic Avenue Viaduct
In 2011, the MTA focused on delivering on some long-promised benefits for our 8.5 million customers. This is the tenth in a daily series that recaps the best of 2011. .. read more
Saturday, December 31, 2011
MTA 2011 Highlights: Improved Technology and More Accessible Information
In 2011, the MTA continued to add new technology to provide customers with more readily available real-time service information. .. read more
Friday, December 30, 2011
MTA 2011 Highlights: Countdown Clocks and Bus Time
In 2011, the MTA focused on delivering on some long-promised benefits for our 8.5 million customers. This is the eighth in a daily series that recaps the best of 2011. .. read more
Thursday, December 29, 2011
MTA 2011 Highlights: Improvements for Our Bridges and Tunnels Customers
In 2011, the MTA focused on delivering on some long-promised benefits for our 8.5 million customers. This is the seventh in a daily series that recaps the best of 2011. .. read more
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
MTA 2011 Highlights: More Service Options for Subway Customers
In 2011, the MTA focused on delivering on some long-promised benefits for our 8.5 million customers. This is the sixth in a daily series that recaps the best of 2011. .. read more
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
MTA 2011 Highlights: Select Bus Service Arrives at 34th Street
In 2011, the MTA focused on delivering on some long-promised benefits for our 8.5 million customers. This is the fifth in a daily series that recaps the best of 2011. .. read more
Monday, December 26, 2011
MTA 2011 Highlights: 511
In 2011, the MTA focused on delivering on some long-promised benefits for our 8.5 million customers. This is the fourth in a daily series that recaps the best of 2011. .. read more
Saturday, December 24, 2011
MTA 2011 Highlights: Cell Phone Service Underground
In 2011, the MTA focused on delivering on some long-promised benefits for our 8.5 million customers. This is the third in a daily series that recaps the best of 2011. .. read more
Saturday, December 24, 2011
'FASTRACK' Coming to the Lexington Avenue Line
MTA New York City Transit is set to introduce FASTRACK - a new way of working on the rails .. read more
Saturday, December 24, 2011
MTA Launches Email Alert Notification for Elevator and Escalator Status
The MTA is now offering customers the opportunity to receive up-to-the-minute updates on the status of elevators and escalators through a new email alert notification system. .. read more
Thursday, December 22, 2011
MTA 2011 Highlights: New M-8 Cars Debut on Metro-North Railroad's New Haven Line
In 2011, the MTA focused on delivering on some long-promised benefits for our 8.5 million customers. This is the second in a daily series that recaps the best of 2011. .. read more
Thursday, December 22, 2011
MTA 2011 Highlights: Launch of the Weekender
In 2011, the MTA focused on delivering on some long-promised benefits for our 8.5 million customers. This is the first in a daily series that recaps the best of 2011. .. read more
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
MTA New York City Transit Employees Earn Medals of Excellence Awards
Honoring our heroic employees .. read more
Friday, December 16, 2011
NYC's Most Googled in 2011
Guess who was the most googled in 2011. Hint -- it wasn't Kim Kardashian. That's right, it was the MTA. .. read more
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Take LIRR to See Ten Commandments
Discount Package Saves up to 40% on Travel Cost & Tickets to Dead Sea Scrolls Exhibit at Discovery Times Square .. read more
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
MTA New York City Transit Runs Special Vintage Buses for the Holidays
Don't worry, they accept MetroCards! .. read more
Monday, December 12, 2011
Weekend at Work: December 9-12
This weekend, workers replaced panels of track on the N Line near 8 Av in Brooklyn. .. read more
Friday, December 09, 2011
Introducing Weekender 1.5
We asked. You suggested. We listened. Improvements to the Weekender, which takes over the front page of MTA.info each weekend, have made it easier for subway riders to visualize exactly how weekend work will affect subway service. .. read more
Friday, December 09, 2011
B&T Readies Winter Storm Equipment
Bridges and Tunnels' snow and ice fighting arsenal, which includes 9,000 tons of deicer and a fleet of 102 trucks, is ready for the annual winter battle against Mother Nature .. read more
Friday, December 09, 2011
MTA's Scenic Henry Hudson Bridge Turns 75 Years
The Henry Hudson Bridge, connecting the northern tip of Manhattan to the Riverdale section of the Bronx, turns 75 on Monday, Dec. 12th. .. read more
Tuesday, December 06, 2011
LIRR Prepares for the Winter
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Tuesday, December 06, 2011
Slippery Leaves, Slippery Tracks
They may be small and light as a feather, but they can cause big problems for a 40-ton railcar. .. read more
Tuesday, December 06, 2011
Metro-North Bolsters Winter Arsenal
To prepare for winter, MTA Metro-North Railroad has upgraded its snow-fighting arsenal of specialty equipment and improved customer communications and storm response protocols after last year's record snow falls. .. read more
Tuesday, December 06, 2011
Preparing for Old Man Winter
MTA New York City Transit is once again preparing for winter weather. .. read more
Tuesday, December 06, 2011
MTA Prepares for Winter Weather
With winter approaching, MTA agencies are making preparations to provide safe service in the event of snow and ice storms. .. read more
Tuesday, December 06, 2011
Day 6: CityMaps.com
CityMaps.com combines subway information with the real time business information. You'll receive the very latest service changes and train schedules, and business updates, like: The bar on the corner just tweeted an awesome happy hour special. 42 apps are competing for your votes at MTA AppQuest. .. read more
Monday, December 05, 2011
LIRR Is Your Route to Holiday Fun in the City
The City is decked out for the holiday season. Get to all the festivities by taking the Long Island Rail Road. We offer fast, frequent and convenient service to Penn Station, and a variety of special fares that can save you money too! .. read more
Monday, December 05, 2011
Weekend at Work: December 2-5, 2011
This weekend, workers replaced panels of track on the J/Z Line near Hewes St and prepared to replace a track in the Livonia Yard in Brooklyn, which supplies trains to the 3 and 4 Lines. .. read more
Monday, December 05, 2011
Quiet Car Pilot Program Begins on the LIRR Far Rockaway Branch during Rush Hours
The LIRR has launched a new Quiet Car pilot program on the Far Rockaway Branch. In the pilot, four morning and six evening rush hour trains operating between Far Rockaway and Atlantic Terminal will have a designated quiet car. .. read more
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
MTA Asks Public to Vote for Best App
What's the most useful transit-related app out there? The MTA needs your help to find out! Through January 11, the public is invited to comment and vote on 42 apps .. read more
Monday, November 28, 2011
Take the Train to the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting
The annual Christmas Tree Lighting at Rockefeller Center will take place on Wednesday, November 30 and the subway is the best way to get there. .. read more
Monday, November 28, 2011
Weekender Wins Praise
This Sunday, The New York Times' design critic Alice Rawsthorn had some praise for The Weekender, our effort to make it easier to find out about planned service diversions on the subway on weekends. .. read more
Monday, November 28, 2011
Train Service Resumes on the Port Jervis Line!
Thanks to an extraordinary rebuilding effort by Metro-North's employees, full train service resumed on the Port Jervis Line on Monday, Nov. 28 .. read more
Monday, November 28, 2011
The Holiday Nostalgia Train is Back!
Take a ride on a vintage subway .. read more
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Use Mass Transit for Your Holiday Shopping
There's no better way to do your holiday shopping than utilizing the MTA to avoid the traffic and aggravation during these gridlock alert days. .. read more
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Take the Train to the Parade!
There's no better way to get to the Thanksgiving Day Parade than the MTA during these gridlock alert days. .. read more
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Ride the LIRR to Dickens Festival in Port Jeff
The harbor front Village of Port Jefferson will kick off its annual three-day Dickens Festival on Friday, December 2 and MTA Long Island Rail Road is the perfect way for devotees to take in the festivities .. read more
Monday, November 21, 2011
Weekend at Work: Nov. 18-21, 2011
This weekend, workers replaced tracks and station components on the upper 1 Line, and repaired tracks on the 2/3, 7, N and J/M/Z Lines. .. read more
Friday, November 18, 2011
MTA Recognized for Innovative Programs to Assist Small Businesses
The MTA was recognized Nov 17 by the New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council for creating and implementing small business development programs. .. read more
Friday, November 18, 2011
Holiday Model Train Show Continues Thru January 16
Grand Central Terminal, in the heart of New York City, is a true holiday destination for commuters and tourists alike. .. read more
Friday, November 18, 2011
No 7. Line Extension Project Update
Structural work at the future 34th Street Station is now complete and the No. 7 Line Extension will be ready for service in December 2013. .. read more
Friday, November 18, 2011
MTA B&T E-Z-ly Passes Three Billionth Transaction
Bridges & Tunnels recently recorded its three billionth E-ZPass transaction confirming that E-ZPass is the easiest and most convenient way to travel across the MTA's bridges and tunnels. .. read more
Thursday, November 17, 2011
App of the Week: TravAlarm
While you sleep soundly, TravAlarm monitors the MTA's real-time status updates. .. read more
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Ride the LIRR for Free, and Save $10 Off Admission, to NYC Holiday Winter Shows
Catch the exciting New York holiday spirit .. read more
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
LIRR Holiday Open House: Wednesday, November 16 at Penn Station
The world-famous Radio City Rockettes® will help usher in the holiday magic Wednesday, November 16, from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Penn Station's 34th Street Corridor. .. read more
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
MTA Releases Final Proposed Budget for 2012
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has released its November Financial Plan and Final Proposed Budget for 2012. .. read more
Monday, November 14, 2011
A Faster, Less Disruptive Way to Do Subway Work
It's called the Line Segment Closure Program and will shorten the amount of time riders will have to navigate around construction projects. It's a new pragmatic approach to maintenance while still operating a 24/7 system. .. read more
Monday, November 14, 2011
Joseph J. Lhota Begins as MTA Executive Director
Joseph J. Lhota joined the MTA on Nov. 14 as Executive Director, assuming the responsibilities for the day-to-day operations of the organization. .. read more
Monday, November 14, 2011
Select Bus Service Arrives at 34th Street
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority has introduced the first phase of Select Bus Service (SBS) along the 34th Street crosstown bus routes. .. read more
Tuesday, November 01, 2011
A Closer Look at the East 180th Street Station in the Bronx
Few stations in our subway system have histories as long and rich as East 180th Street on the No. 2 and 5 lines in the Bronx. .. read more
Friday, November 11, 2011
Joe Namath & Other Celebs Get Word Out About New LIRR-MNR Smoking Ban
An all-star lineup of local celebrities is pitching in to help the LIRR and Metro-North get the word out about the new state smoking ban on outdoor station platforms. .. read more
Thursday, November 10, 2011
Honoring our Veterans
Swipe your MetroCard and head to this year's parade to celebrate and honor our nation's veterans. .. read more
Tuesday, November 08, 2011
Training the Best Bus Operators
The safest big-city bus operators in the United States, as determined in a 2009 federal study, perform their duties behind the steering wheels of MTA buses. How did they become the best? .. read more
Monday, November 07, 2011
Weekend at Work: Nov. 4-7, 2011
This weekend, workers replaced sections of track on the 7 Line near 33 St-Rawson St and at Court House Sq, south of Wall St on the 2/3 Line, and on the A/C/E Line south of Canal St. .. read more
Monday, November 07, 2011
2011 New York City Marathon
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Sunday, November 06, 2011
It's a Wrap: MTA Plays Key Role in NYC ING Marathon
The MTA would like to congratulate all participants in this year's ING NYC Marathon. After running 26.2 miles, we know how you feel. It's been a long couple of days prepping and cleaning up after the race. .. read more
Friday, November 04, 2011
Let the MTA Take You to the Marathon
There's no better way to catch the action! .. read more
Friday, November 04, 2011
Verrazano-Narrows Gets Ready For World-Wide Close-Up
It's marathon weekend and MTA Bridges & Tunnels is hard at work preparing to welcome 47,000 runners. .. read more
Wednesday, November 02, 2011
Filming in the Subway Adds Touch of Authenticity to Local Productions
Nothing embodies New York City more than an authentic subway car .. read more
Wednesday, November 02, 2011
Work Progressing At New RFK Harlem River Drive Ramp
Motorists who use the Harlem River Drive can see the progress being made as a brand new ramp from the southbound Harlem River Drive, leading onto the RFK Bridge, is beginning to take shape. .. read more
Wednesday, November 02, 2011
Electrical Upgrade at Brooklyn-Battery Tunnel
A $43.5 million Capital Improvement project to replace 1950s-era electrical switches and feeder cables at the Brooklyn-Battery Tunnel is set to begin in November. .. read more
Wednesday, November 02, 2011
Digital Video Ad Amazes at Columbus Circle
Digital video probably isn't the first thing that comes to mind when you think of the subway system, but a new ad at Columbus Circle may just be helping to change that. .. read more
Saturday, October 29, 2011
MTA Winter Storm Service Advisory
With a winter storm moving through the region, the MTA urges all of our customers to take extra care when travelling. The MTA has taken preparations to ensure safe travel across the region, with extra personnel and equipment at the ready, but due to heavy wet snow and high winds in parts of our service territory customers should anticipate possible delays, disruptions and cancellations. .. read more
Saturday, October 29, 2011
MTA Prepared for Winter Storm
Customers Urged to Use Caution, Check MTA.INFO or call 511 Before Traveling .. read more
Friday, October 28, 2011
App of the Week: iTransitBuddy
Wondering how many minutes until your next scheduled LIRR or Metro-North train? iTransitBuddy, our App of the Week, has the answer in a convenient format for Android and iOS devices. .. read more
Thursday, October 27, 2011
MTA Boutique Arrives at Macy's Herald Square
We've opened a boutique in The Cellar of Macy's Herald Square featuring a unique collection of MTA-themed products developed especially for Macy's. .. read more
Thursday, October 27, 2011
The New York City Subway System Celebrates 107 Years
Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to our subway, happy birthday to you... .. read more
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Remembering the 9th Avenue El
The 9th Avenue El opened its doors on April 20th, 1871 as the first-ever elevated railway in New York City. .. read more
Monday, October 24, 2011
Full Port Jervis Line Service Resumes November 28th – a Month Early
Flood repairs are ahead of schedule and below the earlier cost estimate due to an extraordinary, ongoing rebuilding effort on the line. .. read more
Monday, October 24, 2011
Weekend at Work: Oct. 21-24, 2011
This weekend, workers replaced sections of track along the J Line near Flushing Av, on the 2/3 Line between Wall St and Clark St, and on the N/R/Q 60th Street Tube under the East River. .. read more
Friday, October 21, 2011
Joseph Lhota Tapped by Governor Cuomo to Head MTA
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo will nominate Joseph J. Lhota to serve as MTA Chairman and CEO. Lhota will need to be confirmed to the post by the New York State Senate. .. read more
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Permanent Lane Closure Lifted At Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
As the fall and winter holiday season gets underway there is good news for motorists who use the Bronx-Whitestone Bridge. .. read more
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Remembering the Myrtle Avenue El
1969 was a big year. Neil Armstrong became the first person to walk on the moon and the MTA ran its last antique wooden train on the now-defunct Myrtle Avenue El Line. .. read more
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
App of the Week: MetroCalc
If you've been carrying around an old, forgotten MetroCard that has less than a ride's worth of money on it, our App of the Week, MetroCalc, can help you put that MetroCard back to use. .. read more
Monday, October 17, 2011
Metro-North Railroad Wins Prestigious International Design Award
The Triennial Brunel Award for Overall Excellence in Railroad Design .. read more
Monday, October 17, 2011
Weekend at Work: Oct. 14-17, 2011
This weekend, workers rehabilitated tracks near Canal St on the A/C/E and near Borough Hall on the 2/3, replaced track panels on the J/M/Z near Flushing Av., and continued rehabilitating the E. 180 St 2/5 Station. .. read more
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Two Stations on the No. 6 line Reopened as Rehab Work Continues
Customers on the Pelham line in Bronx now have two more things to smile about....newly rehabbed stations. .. read more
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
'Fall' in Love with NYC This Season
With a crisp nip to the air and a fresh pace on the streets, autumn is a special time in New York City. .. read more
Monday, October 10, 2011
A Weekend at Work: Oct. 7-10, 2011
This weekend, workers restored electrical components on the 7, rehabilitated track on the A/C/E, replaced sections of track on the 1 and continued rehabilitating Dyckman St, Elder Av and E 180 St. .. read more
Monday, October 10, 2011
Remembering the Third Avenue El
The Third Avenue El ceased to operate in 1973, but still remains a part of New York City's history. .. read more
Monday, October 10, 2011
Metro-North Anticipates Delays This Morning Due To Power Problems
Metro-North anticipates delays during this morning's rush due to power problems. Weekend maintenance work in the Park Avenue Tunnel is taking longer than expected to restore full electric power to all four tracks. This will reduce capacity in the tunnel during the morning rush hour. Metro-North must reduce the number of trains that can occupy the tracks at the same time. .. read more
Friday, October 07, 2011
Select Bus Service Coming to 34th Street
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is set to introduce the first phase of Select Bus Service (SBS) along the 34th Street crosstown bus routes in November. .. read more
Thursday, October 06, 2011
Take the LIRR to the Oyster Festival
MTA Long Island Rail Road has extra trains going to the 28th Annual Oyster Festival in Oyster Bay, L.I. the weekend of October 15-16, and .. read more
Thursday, October 06, 2011
So, About Those Subways Signs...
New York City subway signs are iconic - the white-on-black type with the Helvetica font signs are one of the most universally recognized design schemes in the transit world. .. read more
Wednesday, October 05, 2011
App of the Week: RailTime
RailTime, our App of the Week, can help Metro-North commuters, and their loved ones, keep track of upcoming trains with ease. .. read more
Tuesday, October 04, 2011
Queens Firm Awarded $50 Million Contract For Verrazano-Narrows Toll Plaza Project
A Queens contractor was awarded a $50 million contract for the final phase of the Verrazano-Narrows toll plaza improvement project. .. read more
Tuesday, October 04, 2011
Only One Number to Call: 511
We've taken the guesswork out of reaching the MTA. Where there used to be an array of 117 customer service phone numbers, now we're down to one: 511. .. read more
Monday, October 03, 2011
A Weekend at Work: Sept. 30-Oct. 3, 2011
This weekend, workers replaced track panels near 33 St on the 7 Line, replaced track south of Canal St on the A/C/E Line, and installed new platform concrete topping and a rubbing board on the southbound 2/5 platform at E 180 St. .. read more
Friday, September 30, 2011
LIRR Statement on Sept. 29 Service Disruption
The LIRR apologizes for the service suspension last night that left many of our customers without a regular means of getting home and that stranded some passengers on trains between stations. .. read more
Friday, September 30, 2011
LIRR Operating Near Normal Service
The MTA Long Island Rail Road is operating near-normal on Friday, September 30 after lightning struck crucial switching equipment in Jamaica on Thursday afternoon and damaging the signal system that controls the operation of trains into and out of Jamaica. LIRR employees, working non-stop around-the-clock, restored the signal system in time for the morning rush. .. read more
Thursday, September 29, 2011
LIRR Resumes Service
MTA Long Island Rail Road has resumed hourly service between Penn Station and Jamaica and points east on all branches. However, the signal system that controls the operation of trains into and out of Jamaica is still not fully functional. Service was suspended Thursday afternoon after lightning struck this crucial switching equipment in Jamaica. .. read more
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Take the Train to the Playoffs!
The Yankees are making their record 50th playoff appearance against the Detroit Tigers in the American League Division Series. The easiest way to get to the series is on the MTA's trains and buses... .. read more
Thursday, September 29, 2011
E-ZPass On The Go Sales Hit 5,000 Mark In Cash Lanes At Henry Hudson Bridge
Three months after a pilot program to sell E-ZPass On The Go in cash lanes at the Henry Hudson Bridge began more than 5,000 electronic tags have been sold .. read more
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Chatting Underground
New York City subway riders now have cellphone, text, and data service at six underground stations. .. read more
Monday, September 26, 2011
MTA Continues Efforts to Capture Maximum Value From Real Estate
The MTA plans to sell or lease nine parcels of MTA-controlled real estate in New York City, including 370 Jay Street in Downtown Brooklyn. .. read more
Monday, September 26, 2011
Port Jervis Line Damage Assessment is Complete; Rail Service Resumes in December
An engineering assessment released Monday calls for massive repairs and 150,000 tons of stone to restore Port Jervis Line train service by the end of the year .. read more
Monday, September 26, 2011
Amtrak to Begin Track Replacement in East River Tunnels
This work will improve reliability for LIRR customers following an Amtrak derailment in May. .. read more
Monday, September 26, 2011
A Weekend at Work: Sept. 23-26
This weekend, workers rehabilitated stations on the 1 Line in the Bronx. .. read more
Friday, September 23, 2011
Until Metro-North Tracks Are Fixed, Buses Drive to the Rescue
True inter-agency teamwork between Metro-North Railroad and MTA Bus is allowing Port Jervis customers to get to where they need to go. .. read more
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Tunneling for Second Avenue Subway Complete
A tunnel boring machine (TBM) has reached the Lexington Ave-63rd St. station breaking into the existing tunnel and marking a major milestone in the $4.45 billion project. .. read more
Thursday, September 22, 2011
This Day In History: Remembering Famed Engineer Othmar Amman
Famed structural engineer Othmar Amman, who designed four of MTA’s seven bridges, passed away on Sept. 22, 1965. .. read more
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
App of the Week: One Touch Train
Metro-North and LIRR commuters: our App of the Week, One Touch Train, can help you get rid of paper timetables if you use an Android, iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch. .. read more
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
New Photography Exhibition at Grand Central Dining Concourse
MTA Arts for Transit has posted a new photography exhibition at Grand Central Terminal entitled EAT, showing color images from roadside America .. read more
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
MTA New York City Transit Restores Full A, B, C, and D service
Crews from various NYC Transit Department of Subways Divisions worked into the early hours this morning to restore service on the A, B, C, and D lines. .. read more
Monday, September 19, 2011
MTA Introduces New On the Go! Touch-Screen Travel Station
The On the Go! Travel Station — a new interactive touch-screen that offers MTA travel information and a whole lot more – is up and running at the Bowling Green station. .. read more
Monday, September 19, 2011
Water Main Break Impacting A, B, C, and D Train Service
MTA New York City Transit Continues Work to Restore A, B, C, and D service .. read more
Monday, September 19, 2011
A Weekend at Work: Sept. 16-19
This weekend, workers from MTA New York City Transit rebuilt piers and replaced drain pipes on the South Channel Bridge, rehabilitated switches in the Pitkin Yard, and replaced track panels on the N Line. .. read more
Monday, September 19, 2011
Water Main Break Impacting A, B, C, and D Train Service
Customers using A, B, C and D train service should expect severe service disruptions due to a water main break in the vicinity of 110th Street and Central Park West. In addition, due to a switch problem in the vicinity of the Queens Plaza station, service on the F and M lines continues to be impacted. .. read more
Sunday, September 18, 2011
Switch Problems to Impact Customers on the F and M Subway Lines
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Friday, September 16, 2011
Introducing 'The Weekender'
The MTA has launched "The Weekender," a new feature of MTA.info intended to transform the way riders navigate the subway system on weekends. .. read more
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Port Jervis Line Update
Train Service has resumed between Port Jervis & Harriman .. read more
Thursday, September 15, 2011
MTA Awards Contract to Build 2nd Ave Subway Station at 86th St.
The MTA has awarded a contract to excavate the cavern that will house the 86th Street Station of the Second Avenue Subway, and build the station's basic structure. .. read more
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
LIRR Gets You to Meadowlands for Giants & Jets Football
Ready for football? The LIRR is again offering a special, one-ticket ride from Long Island to the Meadowlands to see the Giants and the Jets and other select stadium events. .. read more
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Work to Begin Under Last Major Contract Needed to Extend the 7 Subway Line
Work will begin this September on the last major contract needed to extend the 7 subway line to the Far West Side of Manhattan. .. read more
Monday, September 12, 2011
LIRR 'Fall Getaways' Offer Great Deals for Attractions on Long Island
The LIRR is introducing some new Long Island Getaways to its fall lineup of escorted sightseeing tours, travel packages and deals this year, offering more unique ways to enjoy the fall season. .. read more
Monday, September 12, 2011
New LIRR Timetables In Effect Monday, Sept. 12
Service Enhancements and Track Maintenance Work Means Schedule Changes for Trains on Main Line, Long Beach, West Hempstead, Oyster Bay, Montauk & Far Rockaway Branches .. read more
Monday, September 12, 2011
A Weekend at Work: Sept. 9-12
This weekend, workers from MTA New York City Transit replaced track panels at Bay Pkwy on the N Line and Newkirk Av on the B/Q Line. .. read more
Friday, September 09, 2011
LIRR'S 'Belmont Special' Is Off and Running for Fall Racing
The thoroughbreds are back from Saratoga and the LIRR's "Belmont Special" is off and running to beautiful Belmont Park for the fall racing season starting Saturday, Sept. 10. .. read more
Friday, September 09, 2011
A Decade After 9/11 – Rebuilding Lower Manhattan
The MTA worked quickly to restore service after 9/11 and has been crucially important to lower Manhattan's rebuilding and revitalization. .. read more
Friday, September 09, 2011
A Decade After 9/11 – A More Secure System
The MTA has dramatically expanded efforts security since the attacks. .. read more
Friday, September 09, 2011
A Decade After 9/11 – First Responders
Ten years after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, the MTA reflects on a decade that began with rescue and heroism, and finished with rebuilding and growth. .. read more
Tuesday, September 06, 2011
Cortlandt St. R Station Re-Opens
The MTA reopened the southbound side of the Cortlandt Street R subway station on Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2011, in time, as promised, for the tenth anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attack. .. read more
Tuesday, September 06, 2011
A Weekend at Work: Sept. 2-6
This Labor Day weekend, MTA crews fanned out throughout the subway system to replace track, build switches and renew stations. .. read more
Friday, September 02, 2011
Ride the LIRR to Long Beach to See the World's Best Surfers Compete
Surfing in Long Beach is a time-honored tradition for Long Islanders and MTA Long Island Rail Road is the best way to get to the first major professional surfing tournament on the East Coast getting underway in the popular seaside city. .. read more
Thursday, September 01, 2011
MTA Service Details for Labor Day Weekend
Extra Getaway Services on Friday, Sept. 2, Will Start the Weekend The MTA is providing extra service on Friday, Sept. 2, so you can get a head start on the long holiday weekend. All services will operate on a reduced schedule on Labor Day. ...more .. read more
Thursday, September 01, 2011
New $12.4 Million Southbound Harlem River Drive Ramp Being Built
Street Detours And Temporary Ramp In Place Through December .. read more
Thursday, September 01, 2011
Emergency Powers Invoked to Rebuild Port Jervis Line
While service has resumed across the rest of the MTA system, Metro-North Railroad's Port Jervis Line has sustained catastrophic damage. The MTA has invoked emergency powers to cut through red tape and access necessary funding to begin work immediately. .. read more
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Recovery Efforts Continue
While service has resumed across much of the MTA system, other areas were hit extremely hard by Hurricane Irene. Metro-North Railroad’s Port Jervis Line has sustained catastrophic damage that will require months to repair. Shorter-term recovery efforts are underway to restore a number of other LIRR and Metro-North branches. Alternate Service Information .. read more
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
App of the Week: Tell Me Where the Next Bus Is
You don't need an iPad or iPhone to use our App of the Week. In fact you don't need a computer. All you need to use the app called "Tell Me Where the Next Bus Is" is a touch-tone telephone. .. read more
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
LIRR Offers Frequent Service to U.S. Open Tennis, Aug. 23-Sept. 12
The LIRR is serving up aces with its frequent service to the U.S. Tennis Open. Trains will stop at the Mets-Willets Point Station for the qualifying rounds through the finals – including the Men's finals, which has been rescheduled to Monday, September 12 at 4 PM. .. read more
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Recovery Efforts Continue
While service has resumed across much of the MTA system, other areas were hit extremely hard by Hurricane Irene. Metro-North Railroad’s Port Jervis Line has sustained catastrophic damage that will require months to repair. Shorter-term recovery efforts are underway to restore a number of other LIRR and Metro-North branches. .. read more
Saturday, August 27, 2011
LIRR 'Summer Getaways' Offer Great Deals for Attractions on Long Island
New Destinations Include Polo Matches, Oyster Bay Village Tour, and the North Fork's Hallockville Fall Festival .. read more
Friday, August 26, 2011
System Shutdown to Begin at Noon Tomorrow
Hurricane Warning
August 26, 2011
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo this morning directed MTA officials to begin immediately implementing a hurricane plan designed to protect the safety of New Yorkers before, during and after the expected impacts of Hurricane Irene, with latest forecasts showing dangerous conditions reaching the area as early as Saturday evening.
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Friday, August 26, 2011
System Shutdown to Begin at Noon Tomorrow
Hurricane Warning
August 26, 2011
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo this morning directed MTA officials to begin immediately implementing a hurricane plan designed to protect the safety of New Yorkers before, during and after the expected impacts of Hurricane Irene, with latest forecasts showing dangerous conditions reaching the area as early as Saturday evening.
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Thursday, August 25, 2011
MTA Statement on Hurricane Irene
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Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Update to Metro-North's Response to Heat-Related Incidents on the New Haven Line
Metro-North President Howard Permut outlines the railroad's response to customer concerns about on-board communications with an open letter and action plan based on customer forum last week .. read more
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Update on Earthquake
There have been no earthquake-related service disruptions on the MTA network. Operating personnel have conducted preliminary inspections and have not observed any immediate indications of damage. Out of an abundance of caution, field engineers have begun a more thorough inspection process that will focus on elevated structures and tunnels and is expected to last into the overnight hours. .. read more
Monday, August 22, 2011
LIRR Offers Frequent Service to U.S. Open Tennis, Aug. 23-Sept. 11
The LIRR is serving up aces with its frequent service to the U.S. Tennis Open. Trains will stop at the Mets-Willets Point Station for the qualifying rounds through the finals. .. read more
Monday, August 22, 2011
A Weekend at Work: August 19-22, 2011
Workers from MTA New York City Transit renewed a section of track near Hoyt-Schermerhorn in Brooklyn and replaced sections of track at the Burke Av. station on the 2 and 5 line in the Bronx. .. read more
Friday, August 19, 2011
LIRR Gets You to Meadowlands for Giants & Jets Football
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Friday, August 19, 2011
Verrazano-Narrows Tower Legs Getting Fresh Paint
The Verrazano-Narrows towers are getting a "leg lift," thanks to a two-year, nearly $19 million project. .. read more
Friday, August 19, 2011
MetroCard Summer: The Bronx Zoo
The latest in a series throughout the summer highlighting how you can use your MetroCard to enjoy all that New York has to offer brings us to the world’s largest urban zoo. .. read more
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Metro-North's Hartsdale Station Is Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Historic news from MTA Metro-North Railroad! .. read more
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Use Your Credit/Debit Card to Purchase Tickets Aboard Select LIRR Trains
LIRR has launched a pilot program using hand-held Ticket Issuing Machines that allow customers to purchase tickets on board trains with all major credit and debit cards. .. read more
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Metro-North Prepares for Customer Forum
Metro-North Railroad has reviewed its actions in response to a number of heat-related incidents on July 22, 2011 on the New Haven Line. The results of that review are in this report. .. read more
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
LIRR Offers Tour To Long Island's North Fork Wine Region
LIRR Wine Country Getaway tour this Saturday, August 6 .. read more
Monday, August 15, 2011
Metro-North's Newest Maintenance Shop Wins International Award for Design Excellence
The Croton-Harmon Locomotive and Coach Shop was designed for employee safety and comfort, as well as energy and operational efficiency. Now it has been recognized as the best in the world. more .. read more
Monday, August 15, 2011
MTA Capital Program
Ensuring reliable service, building for the future, and creating economic growth in New York State. .. read more
Tuesday, August 09, 2011
Full F, Q Service Restored to Coney Island
Following the replacement of track panels, sections of fiberglass walkway and wood track ties damaged in a signal room fire at the W. 8th St station, crews were able to restore full F and Q service between the Coney Island-Stillwell Avenue Terminal and the Avenue X and Brighton Beach stations. .. read more
Friday, August 12, 2011
MetroCard Summer: Summer Streets
The latest in a series throughout the summer highlighting how you can use your MetroCard to enjoy all that New York has to offer focuses on "Summer Streets." .. read more
Thursday, August 11, 2011
This Day in History
Riis Park, on the Rockaway Peninsula, was named for Danish-born photo journalist and social reformer Jacob August Riis, who once lived in Queens. .. read more
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Dyckman Street Station Rehabilitation Project Switches Sides
No.1 Line customers using the Dyckman Street Station should take note that the downtown platform will be closed beginning Monday, August 15. .. read more
Monday, August 08, 2011
Take the MTA to the West 125th Street Farmer's Market
Getting there is only a MetroCard swipe, or dip away. The farmers market is easily reachable by the 2, 3, A,B,C and D trains or the M2, M3, M7, M10, M60, M100, M101 and Bx15 buses, or Metro-North Railroad to Harlem-125th Street. .. read more
Friday, August 05, 2011
Governors Island
If you have yet to visit historic Governors Island...well, you should. .. read more
Tuesday, August 02, 2011
Improvements Coming to the Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
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Monday, August 01, 2011
New Entrance at Fulton Street Opens
The Fulton Street Transit Center continues to take shape with the opening of a new entrance at 135 William Street. .. read more
Monday, August 01, 2011
A Weekend at Work: July 29 - August 1, 2011
Another busy weekend of subway system maintenance work wraps up .. read more
Friday, July 29, 2011
Customers Snapping Up On The Go Tags
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Thursday, July 28, 2011
Time to Hit the Beach!
The latest in a series throughout the summer highlighting how you can use your MetroCard to enjoy all that New York has to offer brings us to the City's beaches. .. read more
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
MTA Releases 2012 Preliminary Budget
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Tuesday, July 26, 2011
App of the Week: myBus NYC
Our App of the Week is myBus NYC, which was launched in June to help bus riders find bus stops, route info and upcoming schedules. .. read more
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Tunnel Boring Machine Finds Final Resting Place
Its work complete, one of two 200-ton, 22-foot-tall tunnel boring machines digging the tunnels and caverns that will bring Long Island Rail Road trains into Grand Central Terminal is being buried this week, 14 stories below Park Avenue. .. read more
Monday, July 25, 2011
A Weekend at Work: July 22-25, 2011
This weekend, workers replaced track panels on the 2/5 Line at Jackson Avenue, and replaced rails north of 57th Street on the N/Q/R Line. .. read more
Friday, July 22, 2011
Randall's Island
The latest in a series throughout the summer highlighting how you can use your MetroCard to enjoy all that New York has to offer brings us to Randall’s Island. .. read more
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Making Every Dollar Count in Capital Program
We have announced plans to generate a total of $4 billion in savings for the current five-year Capital Program while maintaining its benefits. .. read more
Monday, July 18, 2011
A Weekend at Work: July 15-18, 2011
This weekend, workers replaced sections of track at West Farms Sq.-E. Tremont Av. on the 2/5 Line in the Bronx and contractors replaced cables along the L Line in Brooklyn. .. read more
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Take the LIRR to Long Island's Famous North Fork Wine Region
First of four LIRR Wine Country Getaway tours offered this Saturday, July 16 .. read more
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Got an E-ZPass Yet? It's One of the Best Things About America!
E-ZPass has just made Fortune magazine's top 100 list of Great Things About America, coming in at No. 66. .. read more
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Batter Up!
Hot dogs, green grass and a great atmosphere for families -- use your MetroCard to get to the ballpark for affordable minor league baseball and some breathtaking ocean views. .. read more
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
MTA's Flagship Robert F. Kennedy/Triborough Bridge Celebrating 75 Years
Watch a historical video montage here .. read more
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
MTA Seeking the Next Great App
Attention tech developers! Got an idea for an app that will help your fellow transit riders? Put your expertise to work through our MTA App Quest challenge. .. read more
Monday, July 11, 2011
A Weekend at Work: July 8-11, 2011
Workers restored tracks on the B/C line at 103rd Street in Manhattan and on the G at Hoyt-Schermerhorn in Brooklyn. .. read more
Monday, July 11, 2011
Urban Canvas Adds to Second Avenue Landscape
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Friday, July 08, 2011
MTA Bridges and Tunnels Wins Award
B & T was honored by Intelligent Transportation Society of America with a Smart Solution Spotlight award for two travel time programs that help drivers avoid congestion. .. read more
Friday, July 08, 2011
Saddle Up Partner!
Equestrian enthusiasts don't have to travel far to hop on a horse. Use your MetroCard to get to some of the best horse-riding and equine centers in the City. .. read more
Wednesday, July 06, 2011
App of the Week: Dadnab
This week's App of the Week, Dadnab, provides point-to-point travel directions on any phone that offers SMS text messaging. .. read more
Monday, July 04, 2011
MTA's Flagship Robert F. Kennedy/Triborough Bridge Celebrating 75 Years
Despite being a septuagenarian, MTA's flagship bridge, the Robert F. Kennedy/Triborough Bridge is ready for a celebration! .. read more
Monday, June 27, 2011
A Weekend at Work: July 2, 2011
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Friday, July 01, 2011
Customers Love Convenience Of Buying E-ZPass On The Go Tags At Henry Hudson Bridge Cash Lanes
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Monday, July 04, 2011
City Island
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Thursday, June 30, 2011
Independence Day Edition
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Wednesday, June 29, 2011
App of the Week: Brayne Trainz: Metro-North
You'll be able to stow away your paper Metro-North timetables if you use Brayne Trainz: Metro-North, our App of the Week. .. read more
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Ticket Window Hours and Cleaning Crews Retained Under Agreement between LIRR & Ticket Clerks' Union
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Tuesday, June 28, 2011
E-ZPass On The Go Has Successful Debut At Henry Hudson Bridge Cash Lanes
Customers are embracing the ease of picking up an E-ZPass On The Go tag in cash lanes at the Henry Hudson Bridge. On Monday, the first day they were offered, 70 tags were sold. .. read more
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
MTA Bridges and Tunnels Ready for July Fourth Weekend Traffic
The MTA will suspend routine maintenance work at its seven bridges and two tunnels beginning Noon Fri., July 1st through the end of the morning rush on Tuesday, July 5th. .. read more
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Camping in the Big City
The first in a series throughout the summer highlighting how you can use your MetroCard to enjoy all that New York has to offer brings us to Floyd Bennett Field. .. read more
Monday, June 27, 2011
"It's Happening in Harrison"
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Monday, June 27, 2011
A Weekend at Work
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Friday, June 24, 2011
Life's A Beach! – and the LIRR Has Just the Right Ticket to Get You There
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Wednesday, June 22, 2011
App of the Week: MTA Information
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Thursday, June 16, 2011
This Date in History
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Monday, June 20, 2011
Need a kids' adventure that's easy for parents? Try the Mid-Hudson Children's Museum in Poughkeepsie!
.. read more
Friday, June 17, 2011
Fulton Street Transit Center is Taking Shape
.. read more
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Bridges and Tunnels Launches Oral History Project To Capture Memories Of RFK/Triborough Bridge
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Thursday, June 16, 2011
Clearwater's Great Hudson River Festival Revival
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Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Extending the No. 7 Line
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Wednesday, June 15, 2011
eFIX: The New and Easy Way to Correct MetroCard Problems
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Wednesday, June 15, 2011
App of the Week: HopStop
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Thursday, June 09, 2011
MTA Police Canine Team Deemed Best at Detecting Explosives
.. read more
Tuesday, June 07, 2011
LIRR 'Summer Getaways' Offer Great Deals for Attractions on Long Island
New Destinations Include Polo Matches, Oyster Bay Village Tour, and the North Fork's Hallockville Fall Festival .. read more
Tuesday, June 07, 2011
App of the Week: MyCitiapp
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Tuesday, June 07, 2011
Take the LIRR to the Belmont Stakes on Saturday, June 11
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Monday, June 06, 2011
Long Island Getaway Deals
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Friday, June 03, 2011
New Transfer at Court Square
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Wednesday, June 01, 2011
LIRR 'Summer Getaways' Offer Great Deals for Attractions on Long Island
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Wednesday, June 01, 2011
Life's A Beach! – and the LIRR Has 12 Discounted Beach Getaways to Get You There
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Tuesday, May 31, 2011
App of the Week: InTime NYC
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Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Oh Baby!
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Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Built in New York: New MTA Buses Boost Upstate Economy
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Wednesday, May 25, 2011
On This Day in 1974
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Wednesday, May 25, 2011
MTA Wishes A Safe Holiday Weekend To All
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Wednesday, May 25, 2011
MTA LIRR Special Summer Service to Hamptons, Montauk & Greenport
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Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Life's A Beach! – and the LIRR Has 12 Discounted Beach Getaways to Get You There
.. read more
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Welcome to the New MTA Website!
.. read more
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
MTA Security Efforts Earn Top Industry Award
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Tuesday, May 24, 2011
App of the Week: Bus New York City
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Tuesday, May 24, 2011
MTA Wishes Drivers A Safe Memorial Day Weekend
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Sunday, May 22, 2011
An update on the 7 subway extension project that will bring the Flushing Line to Manhattan's West Side.
.. read more
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
LIRR Offers Discount Travel Packages to the Most Broadway Shows Ever!
.. read more
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Weekend Construction Vital to Keep Subways Running
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Monday, May 16, 2011
Special Delivery at the Verrazano
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Friday, May 13, 2011
App of the Week: RailBandit
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Friday, May 13, 2011
Take Metro-North to Rye Playland
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Friday, May 13, 2011
New LIRR Timetables In Effect Monday, May 16
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Friday, May 13, 2011
LIRR Operating Full Peak Service
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Thursday, May 12, 2011
LIRR Operating Reduced Rush Hour Service
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Thursday, May 12, 2011
LIRR Operating Reduced Rush Hour Service
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Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Avoid High Gas Prices: Take the Train or Bus and Save!
.. read more
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
LIRR To Operate Reduced PM Service
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Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Reduced LIRR Rush Hour Service To Continue
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Tuesday, May 10, 2011
LIRR Service Impacted through at least Wednesday, May 11
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Tuesday, May 10, 2011
LIRR rush hour service impacted through at least Wednesday, May 11 due to Amtrak derailment
.. read more
Monday, May 09, 2011
Amtrak Derailment in East River Tunnel expected to impact LIRR service through Wednesday, May 11
.. read more
Sunday, May 08, 2011
Amtrak Derailment Causes Service Reductions for LIRR Monday Morning
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Friday, May 06, 2011
"If You See Something, Say Something"
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Wednesday, May 04, 2011
App of the Week: iTrans
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Tuesday, May 03, 2011
Three-Year Construction Project At Henry Hudson Bridge Begins Thursday, May 7th
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Monday, May 02, 2011
"If You See Something, Say Something" Campaign Relaunched
.. read more
Friday, April 29, 2011
Verrazano-Narrows Gets Ready For Cyclists
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Tuesday, April 26, 2011
App of the Week: TheNextTrain
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Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Belmont Park Train Service Resumes
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Friday, April 22, 2011
B&T Cleaner and Brighter Agency Thanks To Green Efforts
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Friday, April 22, 2011
More MTA = Less CO2
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Thursday, April 21, 2011
Let Us 'Drive' You to the Auto Show
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Tuesday, April 19, 2011
"If You See Something, Say Something" Campaign Relaunched
.. read more
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
MetroCard and LIRR Deals for Mets Fans
.. read more
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
No. 5 Service Suspended Beginning at 10 a.m Today Between 149th Street-Grand Concourse and East 180th Street
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Monday, April 18, 2011
Pageantry, Heraldry and Chivalry Abound at the Robin Hood Springtime Festival, MTA Metro-North Railroad's Newest Getaway Package
.. read more
Friday, April 15, 2011
MTA Police Rescue Train-Riding Dog from Torrential Rainstorm
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Thursday, April 14, 2011
App of the Week
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Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Experience the Magic of Harry Potter
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Tuesday, April 12, 2011
B&T Replacing 1.2 Million E-ZPass Tags This Year
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Monday, April 11, 2011
Darryl Irick Named Head of MTA's Bus Divisions
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Monday, April 11, 2011
State-of-the-art Computerized Signal and Switch System successfully installed on Babylon Branch
.. read more
Sunday, April 10, 2011
Customers Can Expect Normal AM Peak Service Monday on Babylon & Montauk Branches
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Sunday, April 10, 2011
Customers Can Expect Normal AM Peak Service Monday on Babylon & Montauk Branches
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Thursday, April 07, 2011
Going to See the Mets? Be Sure to Take the Train to the Game
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Wednesday, April 06, 2011
Shuttle Bus Service Provided between Freeport & Babylon this Weekend – April 9-10
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Tuesday, April 05, 2011
Help Points Debut at Two Subway Stations
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Monday, April 04, 2011
Work on Extending the No. 7 Line Continues to Progress
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Saturday, April 02, 2011
LI Bus Service Reductions Averted
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Friday, April 01, 2011
Catch the Long Island Rail Road – and Maybe a Fly Ball! – With Mets 2011 Baseball
.. read more
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Real Travel Time Information for Motorists
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Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Dynamic Advertising to Increase MTA Revenue
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Monday, March 28, 2011
Tunneling for Second Avenue Subway Continues
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Friday, March 25, 2011
MTA Police Capture Bank Robbery Suspect
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Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Spring Means Pinstripes, Baseball, and Metro-North Trains to Yankee Stadium!
.. read more
Monday, March 21, 2011
Fulton Street Transit Center Continues to Take Shape
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Friday, March 18, 2011
Tunneling to Begin in Queens for East Side Access Project
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Thursday, March 17, 2011
POMPEII - Life and Death in the Shadow of Vesuvius
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Thursday, March 17, 2011
Emergency Reconstruction of the Danbury Branch Completed Train Service Resumes
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Thursday, March 17, 2011
23rd Street-Ely Avenue Station becomes Court Square
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Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Mother Nature Keeping MTA Crews and RoadPatcher Trucks Busy
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Tuesday, March 15, 2011
What Luck! Metr O'North Adds Train Service For Saint Patrick's Day Parade
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Tuesday, March 15, 2011
MTA is the Best Way to Get to the St. Patrick's Day Parade
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Monday, March 14, 2011
Take the LIRR to St. Patrick's Day Parades
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Saturday, March 12, 2011
Weekend Work Restores Full Flushing Line Service
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Saturday, March 12, 2011
Weekend No. 7 Service Disrupted
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Friday, March 11, 2011
Weekend No. 7 Service Disrupted
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Friday, March 11, 2011
March 11-14 Weekend Suspension on #1 Line In Upper Manhattan and Bronx
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Wednesday, March 09, 2011
Countdown Clocks Go Express.....or Local
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Wednesday, March 09, 2011
New Traffic Pattern on the Throgs Neck Bridge
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Wednesday, March 09, 2011
Public Hearing March 23: MTA's service reduction proposals for LI Bus local bus and Able-Ride services
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Tuesday, March 01, 2011
New M-8 Cars Debut on the New Haven Line
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Monday, February 28, 2011
POMPEII - Life and Death in the Shadow of Vesuvius
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Friday, February 25, 2011
List of Places to Find Real-Time Service Information Continues to Grow
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Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Gate Free E-ZPass on the Henry Hudson Reducing Travel Time
.. read more
Sunday, February 20, 2011
President's Day Service
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Friday, February 18, 2011
Metro-North is Going CooCoo
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Friday, February 18, 2011
Enjoy a Winter Break with an LIRR NYC Getaway...
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Friday, February 11, 2011
Second Avenue Is Open For Business
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Monday, February 07, 2011
Long Island Rail Road Commuters Get Special Preview of Fashion Week 2011
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Friday, February 04, 2011
Excavation of West Tunnel for Second Avenue Subway Complete
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Wednesday, February 02, 2011
An Important Message From Metro-North President Howard Permut On Reduced New Haven Line Service
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Tuesday, February 01, 2011
MTA Bus Time Hits Brooklyn
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Friday, January 28, 2011
MTA Re-Affirms Commitment to Making Every Dollar Count
.. read more
Monday, January 24, 2011
MTA LIRR Begins Environmental Review for Proposed Colonial Road Improvement Project
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Monday, January 24, 2011
Bundling Up For Cold Commute
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Thursday, January 20, 2011
E-ZPass Gates Come Off As New Tolling Pilot Begins At Henry Hudson Bridge
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Tuesday, January 18, 2011
From the B&T Archive: The Robert Moses Building
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Friday, January 14, 2011
MTA Schedules for Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday
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Tuesday, January 11, 2011
(Cashless) All-Electronic Tolling Pilot Moves Forward
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Friday, January 07, 2011
Rebuilding the Culver Viaduct
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Thursday, January 06, 2011
Vicki Trepicione is LIRR’s Most Senior Engineer
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Monday, January 03, 2011
Thunder Ridge Ski Trails Begin on MTA Metro-North Railroad
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Monday, January 03, 2011
Looking Good! Throgs Neck Bridge Turns 50
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Monday, January 03, 2011
Winter Weather & How it Affects Your Commute
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Monday, January 03, 2011
Take the LIRR to See the King Tut NYC Exhibit
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Thursday, December 30, 2010
Make the MTA Your Designated Driver: Extra Service for New Year's Eve
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Thursday, December 30, 2010
MTA LIRR To Provide Additional New Year's Holiday Service On Dec. 30 & 31 And Jan. 1
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Thursday, December 30, 2010
Make Metro-North Your Designated Driver: Extra Service for New Year's Eve
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Thursday, December 30, 2010
After the Storm
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Thursday, December 23, 2010
During Construction, Fulton Street and Second Avenue are Open for Business
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Sunday, December 26, 2010
Two Rockaway Station Platforms Reopen As Line Overhaul Continues
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Thursday, December 23, 2010
Revenue Collection Agent a Hero for Coming to the Aid of Mobility-Impaired Customer
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Tuesday, December 21, 2010
The Clock Strikes 100!
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Tuesday, December 21, 2010
New Bridge and Tunnel Tolls in Effect 2 AM Thurs., Dec. 30th
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Thursday, December 16, 2010
MTA New York City Transit to Equip 426 Buses with Video Surveillance Cameras
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Thursday, December 16, 2010
MTA New York City Transit to Equip 426 Buses with Video Surveillance Cameras
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Wednesday, December 15, 2010
A New Option for Access-A-Ride Customers
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Tuesday, December 14, 2010
MTA LIRR Prepares for Winter
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Tuesday, December 14, 2010
It's Cold Out There! MTA Prepares for Winter
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Tuesday, December 14, 2010
MTA New York City Transit Prepares for Winter Weather
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Tuesday, December 14, 2010
MTA Metro-North Railroad's Winter Weather Guide
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Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Winter Weather Preparations Underway
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Friday, December 10, 2010
Welcome to the New Jay Street/MetroTech Station!
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Wednesday, December 08, 2010
Catenary Improvements Continue on Metro-North's New Haven Line
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Wednesday, December 01, 2010
Wind Sensors Help Keep Motorists Safe
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Wednesday, December 01, 2010
MTA New York City Transit Adds Service for the Holidays and Runs Nostalgia Specials
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Monday, November 29, 2010
Grand Central is Holiday Central, With Fun Galore
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Sunday, November 28, 2010
MTA LIRR Partnering With 'NYC Community Cleanup' to Remove Graffiti from Railroad Property
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Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Giving Thanks To Our Employees
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Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Official Audio Tours of Grand Central Terminal Offered for First Time MTA Metro-North Railroad Offers Entertaining, Informative History of the Terminal
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Tuesday, November 23, 2010
MTA Bridges and Tunnels Suspends Routine Construction for Thanksgiving Holiday
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Monday, November 22, 2010
MTA Offers Extra Service for Thanksgiving Holiday Travel
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Friday, November 19, 2010
LIRR Offers Extra Thanksgiving Weekend Service; Off-Peak & Family Fares In Effect
.. read more
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Camera Enforcement Of Bus Lanes Along 1st &2nd Avenues Now Underway
.. read more
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Get the Most Out of the Holidays with the LIRR Discount Packages
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Tuesday, November 16, 2010
More Customers Are Using E-ZPass
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Sunday, November 14, 2010
New LIRR Timetables in Effect Nov. 15
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Friday, November 12, 2010
LIRR Completes Major Clean-Up of Track Area in Jamaica
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Friday, November 12, 2010
Queens Midtown Tunnel Turns 70
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Tuesday, November 09, 2010
Fulton Street Transit Center Continues to Take Shape
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Tuesday, November 09, 2010
State-of-the-Art Computerized Signal and Switch Control System installed at busy Jamaica Station Complex
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Tuesday, November 09, 2010
The Stars in the Sky are Shining Bright - Again: Grand Central's Famed Constellations Get High-Tech Twinkle
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Monday, November 08, 2010
MTA Helps Make Marathon a Success
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Monday, November 07, 2011
LIRR Expects Normal Weekday Service Monday Following Successful Completion of Weekend Switch & Signal Work
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Wednesday, November 03, 2010
Prepping for the NYC Marathon
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Wednesday, November 03, 2010
Verrazano Gets Ready for NYC Marathon
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Wednesday, November 03, 2010
Extremely Limited LIRR Train Service this Weekend (November 6-7) during final cutover to new system at Jamaica
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Monday, November 01, 2010
Metro-North Railroad Honored for Corporate Citizenship
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Monday, November 01, 2010
LIRR Modernization Project Brings New Technology to Centralized Signaling and Switch Control at Jamaica
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Friday, October 29, 2010
MTA Bridges and Tunnels to Introduce New E-ZPass Cash Reload Card
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Friday, October 29, 2010
Quieter Buses
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Tuesday, October 26, 2010
LIRR Modernization Project Brings New Technology to Centralized Signaling and Switch Control at Jamaica
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Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Major Clean-Up of LIRR Track Area Under Way in Jamaica
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Tuesday, October 26, 2010
M15 Select Bus Service is Faster Way to Travel the East Side
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Monday, October 25, 2010
MTA New York City Transit Bus Operator Makes an Unexpected Pick Up
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Monday, October 25, 2010
LIRR Expects 30 Minute Delays on PM Peak Trains Departing Penn StationDue to NJ Transit Derailment
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Monday, October 25, 2010
Workers at Croton-Harmon Shop Save Fellow Employee's Life
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Sunday, October 24, 2010
LIRR Expects Normal Weekday Service Monday After Successful Weekend Switch & Signal Work
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Sunday, October 24, 2010
Improving Second Avenue
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Thursday, October 21, 2010
Extremely Limited LIRR Train Service November 6-7 Weekend
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Thursday, October 21, 2010
Slippery Rail & How it Affects Your Commute
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Monday, October 18, 2010
LIRR Modernization Project Brings New Technology to Centralized Signaling and Switch Control at Jamaica
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Monday, October 18, 2010
Take MTA Metro-North Railroad to the American League Championship
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Friday, October 15, 2010
Take the Train to the Game!
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Friday, October 15, 2010
Take MTA Metro-North Railroad to the American League Championship
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Thursday, October 14, 2010
Bus Arrival Information at Your Fingertips
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Sunday, October 10, 2010
SBS Brings Better Bus Service to 1st & 2nd Avenues
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Thursday, October 07, 2010
Get on board Metro-North's "Yankee Clipper" to the Playoffs
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Tuesday, October 05, 2010
New Technology Helps Keep Customers Informed
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Wednesday, September 29, 2010
(Cashless) All-Electronic Tolling Pilot Moves Forward
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Tuesday, September 28, 2010
New Subway Station Intercoms
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Monday, September 27, 2010
MTA Targets Overtime, Saving $54 Million in 2010
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Friday, September 24, 2010
New Ads on LIRR Train Exteriors Will Help Boost MTA Revenue
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Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Video Ads in the Subway and Ads on Sides of LIRR Cars Are Latest MTA Effort to Increase Revenues
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Monday, September 20, 2010
Subway Security Cameras Continue to Pop Up
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Friday, September 10, 2010
Remembering and Rebuilding After 9-11
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Wednesday, September 08, 2010
100 Years and Still Going Strong
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Wednesday, September 08, 2010
Better Signs
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Tuesday, September 07, 2010
Convenient Customer Service for Metro-North Riders
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Tuesday, September 07, 2010
Take Metro-North to See Eminem and Jay-Z at Yankee Stadium!
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Saturday, September 04, 2010
Hero
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Wednesday, September 01, 2010
Prepping for Earl
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Wednesday, September 01, 2010
Preparing for Hurricane Earl
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Thursday, August 26, 2010
New Ridgewood Intermodal Terminal
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Thursday, August 26, 2010
Trendy Shops in the Subway
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Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Cross Bay Veterans Memorial Bridge Celebrates 40 Years
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Tuesday, August 17, 2010
New Milestone For The Fulton Street Transit Center
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Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Tracking the Capital Program
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Friday, July 30, 2010
Ramping Up Accessibility While Lowering Costs
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Wednesday, July 28, 2010
MTA Unveils 2011 – 2014 Financial Plan
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Thursday, July 22, 2010
MTA NYC Transit Takes Delivery of Final Set of New Subway Cars
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Thursday, July 15, 2010
New "Gap Rap" Video Targets Gap Safety; Rappin' LIRR Doc & School Kids Take It to the Streets (and Trains)
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Thursday, July 15, 2010
New Milestone for No. 7 Subway Extension Project
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Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Changes to Rockaway Resident Toll Rebate Program Begin Friday, July 23 at 12:01 AM
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Friday, July 09, 2010
Beating the Heat
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Thursday, July 01, 2010
Consolidation to Save MTA $10 Million
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Monday, June 28, 2010
Three Construction Projects Completed In Time for Summer Driving
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Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Step Into the Past—with the Press of a Brass Button
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Wednesday, June 16, 2010
New Subway Map is Here
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Wednesday, June 16, 2010
"Countdown Clocks" Continue to Pop Up on Subway Platforms
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Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Life's a Beach on Long Island; The MTA LIRR is the "Greenest Way" to a Summer in Blue Ocean and White Sand Luxury
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Friday, June 11, 2010
New Milestone for No. 7 Subway Extension Project
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Thursday, June 03, 2010
Select Bus Service Coming to Manhattan's East Side
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Thursday, June 03, 2010
Sun, Surf and Clean Energy at Coney Island
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Friday, May 28, 2010
Major Deck Reconstruction Completed As Cross Bay Bridge Marks 40th Birthday
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Friday, May 28, 2010
MTA Launches Smart Card Pilot Program
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Friday, May 28, 2010
Just in Time for Memorial Day: Departure Signs at Coney Island
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Friday, May 28, 2010
The LIRR's Best Friend
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Wednesday, May 26, 2010
MTA Finalizes Hudson Yards Deal
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Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Brooklyn-Battery Tunnel: Vital NYC Link for 60 Years
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Friday, May 21, 2010
LI Bus Helps the Census Count
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Friday, May 21, 2010
MTA Targets Overtime for Cost Savings
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Friday, May 14, 2010
Reducing Costs at MTA Bridges &Tunnels
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Friday, May 14, 2010
Tunneling Begins Under Second Avenue
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Friday, May 14, 2010
We're Fixing Up Our Front Door(s)
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Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Now, Text 'CooCoo' for LIRR Fare Info
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Friday, May 07, 2010
MTA Cost Cutting Continues
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Wednesday, May 05, 2010
Looking for the Next Great App
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Tuesday, May 04, 2010
Weather Sensors Keep B&T Customers Safe
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Monday, May 03, 2010
MTA LIRR Now Making Street &Highway Crossings A "Grade" Above
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Monday, May 03, 2010
If You See Something, Say Something
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Thursday, April 29, 2010
Sweeping Subway Reorganization
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Monday, April 26, 2010
Construction of New Bridges Over Powell Creek and Hog Island Channel Heads Toward Spring Completion
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Friday, April 23, 2010
MTA Capital Program 2010-2014
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Thursday, April 22, 2010
200-Ton Cutter Head for Second Avenue Subway's Tunnel Boring Machine Arrives
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Wednesday, April 21, 2010
LIRR: EARTH DAY "GREEN" YEAR-ROUND
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Tuesday, April 20, 2010
The MTA and New York's Low Carbon Footprint
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Monday, April 19, 2010
"We Make Trash an Asset" MTA New York City Transit Goes Green
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Monday, April 19, 2010
Bidding Farewell to the Verrazano-Narrows Defunct Toll Booths
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Monday, April 19, 2010
Earth Day 2010
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Friday, April 16, 2010
Bus Operator Pulls Man from Burning Car
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Wednesday, April 14, 2010
MTA Continues to Reduce Costs
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Friday, April 09, 2010
Overhauling How the MTA Does Business
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Thursday, April 08, 2010
Here's How Yankee Fans ALWAYS Come out a Winner
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Tuesday, April 06, 2010
Major Track Surfacing Work Weekend of April 17-18 Means Buses Replace Trains on Hempstead Branch &Reduced Port Jefferson Branch Train Service
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Monday, April 05, 2010
Sneak Peek at 96th Street
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Monday, April 05, 2010
New RFK Bridge Ramp Eases Travel from Bronx to Randall's Island
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Friday, April 02, 2010
Get Your Piece Of Transit History
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Thursday, April 01, 2010
MTA LIRR Hits a Homer with Frequent Service to Mets Home Games
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Wednesday, March 31, 2010
LI Bus' Battery Energy Storage System
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Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Where Too Much Information is Never Too Much
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Thursday, March 18, 2010
Chairman Walder Meets with Students
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Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Continued Progress on the Fulton Street Transit Center as the Rehabilitation of the 4/5 Station Commences
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Monday, March 15, 2010
Repair Crews and the Self-Contained RoadPatcher Pothole Repair Truck Trying to Keep Up With Mother Nature
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Monday, March 15, 2010
MTA Looks to Bring Wi-Fi to Railroads
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Friday, March 12, 2010
Weekend Work on the Flushing Line Completed Ahead of Schedule
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Tuesday, March 09, 2010
Grand Central's Respect for History Is From The Ground Up
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Tuesday, March 09, 2010
MTA LIRR Sets On-Time Performance Record for 3rd Consecutive Year
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Tuesday, March 09, 2010
2,500 Attend Region-Wide Hearings
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Thursday, February 25, 2010
Snowstorm Preparations
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Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Construction of New Bridges Over Powell Creek and Hog Island Channel Heads Toward Spring Completion
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Thursday, June 24, 2010
Service Change Details
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Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Busy Winter Days at Marine Parkway Bridge
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Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Signs of our Digital Times
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Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Crew Sets Record For Number of Railroad Ties Put Down in a Day
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Thursday, February 11, 2010
MTA Service Remains Nearly Normal Throughout Storm
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Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Keeping Service Moving During the Snowstorm
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MTA New York City Transit Keeps Trains Rolling During Winter Weather
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Snow Removal Goes High Tech
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LIRR Partners with CooCoo to Provide Timely Travel Information Via Text Messaging
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Newest Rail Cars Arrive in New Haven
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MTA NYC Transit Introduces New Articulated Bus into SBS service; Three Doors – Less Waiting
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Building the New LIRR Terminal Beneath Grand Central Terminal
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Contract Awarded to Remove Brooklyn-bound Toll Booths at Verrazano-Narrows Bridge
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Proposed Changes in Levels of Service, Student Fares, and Crossing Charges
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Long Island Bus's Four-door Fleet
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All-Electronic Tolling Coming to the Henry Hudson Bridge
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MTA NYC Transit Bus Arrival Info Here Now on 34th Street Crosstown
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LI Bus Introduces the Eco-friendly Orion VII
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More Countdown Clocks Coming to Subway Stations
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EasyPayXpress Takes Fare Payment Online
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Efficiency is in High Gear at MTA Bus Company
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Metro-North Train Time ™ Puts Train Schedules and Status in the Palm of Your Hand!
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LIRR Has a New Home in Brooklyn
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First Phase of 7 Line Subway Extension Construction Complete
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Weather Sensors Keep Bridges and Tunnels Safe
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