Archive for August, 2009
Service Diversions 08-28
I have just updated the service diversions page with the latest information for the weekend & upcoming week (beyond in some cases). Don’t forget to check in for any changes to the page. I also suggest printing out a copy of the page to use while riding the system. Have a safe & wonderful weekend! […]
168th/181st Street Station Updates
In the service diversions which you can see in its entirety by clicking here, you will notice that 1 train service between 137th & Dyckman Streets is suspended. The suspension is of course due to the brick facade collapse at the 181st Street station as well as work on a similar structure at the 168th […]
DesignLine Bus Podcast
Yesterday morning, I wrote about MTA New York City Transit’s latest initiative into improving their fleet as they are testing a turbine powered bus. Late last night I was informed of more information being available about the bus via podcast. I suggest you all take a listen by clicking here. xoxo Transit Blogger
MTA Going Forward With Appeal Plans
The drama between the MTA & Transport Workers Union Local 100 (TWU Local 100) continues as in a move that comes as no surprise, the MTA is asking a judge to toss the 11% raises awarded to union members by an arbitration panel. I first noted the agency was considering doing this 10 days ago […]
MTA NYC Transit Evaluating “DesignLine” Bus
The “DesignLine” is a turbine powered bus being tested by MTA New York City Transit. Photo courtesy of MTA New York City Transit. Even during these trying financial times, the MTA is continuing their initiative to upgrading their system especially in terms of evaluating new fleet for potential use. The latest comes from NYC Transit […]
