Archive for June, 2011

Service Diversions 06-16-11

I have just updated the Service Diversions with the latest planned work for the upcoming weekend, next week, & beyond (in some cases). Metro-North Railroad riders who use the Pascack Valley line, please be aware that buses will replace trains due to construction. Click here for complete information. For those using services near or plan […]


Mermaid Parade Service Advisory

This upcoming Saturday, the annual Mermaid Parade in Coney Island will be taking place. MTA NYC Transit issued a service advisory earlier today: The annual Mermaid Parade will be held this Saturday, June 18 on Coney Island from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. The best way to reach the ocean-themed celebration is by the D, […]


MetroCard Claims Now Available Online

If you are a regular rider of the NYC Subway, at one point or another you have had issues with a MetroCard. The problem might have been serious enough that you had to file a claim & if so, I don’t need to tell you how much of an annoying process that can be. However […]


New Metro-North Timetables Effective June 27th

Just a few minutes ago, the MTA Metro-North Railroad announced new timetables that will take effect on June 27th. Despite budget issues, the agency has added extra service on the Hudson Line & additional holiday weekend trains on the New Haven Line. Here are the complete details courtesy of the press release I received: MTA […]


Service Diversions 06-13-11

I have just updated the Service Diversions by removing all of the weekend work that wrapped up by a minute ago. The planned work for this week & beyond in some cases has been moved to the forefront. I suggest printing out a copy before heading to your destination. If you have an internet capable […]