Archive for November, 2009
Service Diversions 11-05
I updated the service diversions page with the latest information for the upcoming weekend & following week (beyond in some cases) on the rails. I also suggest printing out a copy of the page to use while riding the system. Have a safe & wonderful time this weekend! xoxo Transit Blogger
Extra LIRR Service For Yankees Parade
Earlier today, the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) announced it will be providing extra trains in anticipation of the many Long Islanders who will be attending the New York Yankees Ticker Tape Parade. Here are the complete details courtesy of a press release sent to me: The MTA Long Island Rail Road will provide extra […]
Transit Service For Yankees Ticker Tape Parade
With the New York Yankees fresh off winning their 27th World Series, tons of fans will be flocking to the “Canyon of Heroes” for the Ticker Tape Parade tomorrow. MTA New York City Transit issued a press release to talk about service information for the event. Here are the details: Fresh from rooting their beloved […]
MTA Announces New NYC Transit President
Newly named NYC Transit President Thomas F. Prendergast. Photo courtesy of the NY Daily News. Last night, I wrote an entry about the shocking resignation of MTA New York City Transit President Howard H. Roberts effective December 1st. It did not take long for new MTA Chairman & CEO Jay H. Walder to name his […]
NYC Transit Responds To Straphangers’ Awards
Shortly after the NYPIRG Straphangers’ Campaign announced its 2009 award winners for the slowest & poorest bus service, MTA New York City Transit responded with a statement. Here is what they said courtesy of a press release sent to me: Buses were introduced to New York City more than 100 years ago and despite being, […]
