Archive for June, 2010
Internal Report Reveals Action Before Death
Almost 2 months ago, the MTA NYC Transit family lost track supervisor James Knell after he came into contact with the electrified third rail at the Beach 90th Street A S Station in Queens. Two days after his death, a report in the New York Daily News revealed his death could have been avoided had […]
Subway Conductor Busted In Web Sex Sting
In a story that we can agree is completely disgusting & disturbing, a MTA NYC Transit Subway Conductor was busted in a web sex sting. The culprit in question is 31 year old Louis Velez who was busted after arriving to meet a 14 year old girl he setup a sexual encounter with over the […]
Jamaica El Slated For Facelift
NYC Council Member Elizabeth Crowley pointing out a sample of how the Jamaica El is falling apart. Photo courtesy of Elizabeth Crowley’s official website. If you have ever taken a ride on the J while running along the Jamaica el, you will notice how horrible of a shape it is in. One local official, New […]
Service Diversions 06-18-10
I have just updated the “Service Diversions” page with the latest information for the weekend & following week (beyond in some cases). For riders going near the Broadway-Nassau & Fulton Street stations, do not forget to read this entry to see what service is affected. I suggest you print out a copy of the diversions […]
MTA Statement On Student MetroCards
In my previous post, I opined on the potential deal between the MTA & lawmakers which would save Student MetroCards for at least a year. A few hours after my entry, the MTA sent me an official statement about this very topic: The economic downturn has created a fiscal crisis for the State, City and […]
