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1 week ago

Free MBTA bus program extended - for now

Three MBTA bus routes in Mattapan, Dorchester, and Roxbury will remain fare-free through June while long-term funding remains undecided.
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3 weeks ago

Man dies after being struck by MBTA commuter rail train in Haverhill

An adult man intentionally entered MBTA commuter rail right-of-way in Haverhill and was fatally struck, prompting investigations and causing major Haverhill Line delays and cancellations.
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3 weeks ago

Green Line service suspended between Park Street and Government Center after train derails

Green Line service between Park Street and Government Center was suspended after a trolley derailed; the train was rerailed and inspections and platform repairs continued.
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1 month ago

Minivan stuck on tracks during storm hit by commuter rail in Belmont

A minivan stuck on MBTA commuter rail tracks in Belmont was struck by a train; two people were hospitalized with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
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1 month ago

Gov. Healey, MassDOT provide update on travel ahead of snowstorm

WESTON, MASS. - Governor Maura Healey and the members of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation are urging residents to stay off the roads ahead of Sunday's snowstorm. Yesterday, Healey activated the state's emergency operation center and declared Monday a "work from home day." "Stay indoors as much as you can if you got to go outdoors, make sure you don't have any exposed skin," she said. "Make sure today you have everything that you need."
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2 months ago

Former MBTA cleaner charged in theft of more than $120,000 in equipment

Investigators say that on Sept. 18, transit police responded to the agency's IT department at Park Plaza after 40 Cisco network modules - which help carry data and are valued at approximately $3,069 each - were reported missing. According to Hayden, an investigator traced the stolen equipment to Batista-Sales after searching eBay listings for the missing modules. That search led to an account under the username "marcbatist27," which investigators say sold 51 Cisco network modules.
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2 months ago

MBTA police issue plea for cold case info 17 years after teen's murder

17 years ago this month 16y/o Devonte Franklin was brutally murdered on an #MBTA bus in Dorchester. His murder remains unsolved. PLEASE someone knows who his killer is. Devonte & his family deserve justice. Call our CIU w/any info u have. U can remain anonymous. 617-222-1050. TY pic.twitter.com/52LodY4cre- MBTA Transit Police (@MBTATransitPD)
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2 months ago

Reminder: The Green Line shutdown is here

Green Line trains are suspended through Dec. 22 between North Station, Kenmore, Babcock Street, and Heath Street; shuttle buses and alternate routes are in place.
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3 months ago

Man fatally struck by commuter train on North Shore

A man intentionally trespassed onto Rockport line tracks in Manchester-by-the-Sea and was fatally struck, prompting shuttle-bus replacement service.
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Boston
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4 months ago

Frights and delights: A look at some of Boston's stand-out Halloween costumes

Boston residents, officials, transit workers, police and athletes celebrated Halloween with creative, locally themed costumes and community trick-or-treat events across the city.
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4 months ago

MassDOT chief steps down; MBTA GM Phil Eng named interim transportation secretary

Phil Eng will serve concurrently as MBTA General Manager and interim Massachusetts Transportation Secretary following Monica Tibbits-Nutt's immediate departure, with Tibbits-Nutt advising through year-end.
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4 months ago

Mass. Senate considers bill to place Narcan at all MBTA stations

S.2398 would place naloxone at every MBTA Blue, Green, Orange, and Red subway station with monitored boxes and program oversight to mitigate opioid overdose deaths.
fromBoston.com
4 months ago

What to know about the dead pigeons at the MBTA's JFK/UMass station

"It might only be a pigeon, but that was disgusting," says Stacie Delzingo, the founder of Safe Hands. "And it's cruelty."
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5 months ago

Harvard Square tunnel could be a music venue in the next decade

Cambridge is pursuing conversion of the long-abandoned Harvard Square tunnel into an underground music venue pending MBTA, MassDOT, stakeholder approvals, feasibility study, and funding.
fromBoston.com
5 months ago

Federal transportation chief calls on MBTA to curb crime or risk loss of funding

"While local leaders seem intent on putting the needs of criminals first, we're not waiting for the next Iryna," Duffy said in a statement. "Chicago and Boston are on notice to take actions that enhance safety and reduce the crime affecting their riders and transit workers - or risk federal support. This is about standing up for American families who deserve a safe and clean transportation system."
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5 months ago

This City Just Ranked No. 1 for Public Transit-and No, It's Not New York City

Boston ranks as the best U.S. city for public transportation for travelers, offering dense station coverage and multiple transit modes.
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6 months ago

Person stabbed at Davis Square T station

A male was stabbed at the Davis Square MBTA station, and police arrested a suspect shortly after.
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6 months ago

Boston firefighters rescue man from underneath Blue Line train

Boston firefighters rescued a man trapped beneath a Blue Line train at Government Center station after he intentionally entered the train's right of way.
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7 months ago

Hundreds evacuated after Blue Line train gets stuck under Boston Harbor

Boston firefighters evacuated 500 people from a stuck train under the harbor.
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7 months ago

2 'knuckleheads' illegally dumped trash in Somerville, police say. It apparently did not go according to plan.

Two men illegally dumped trash on MBTA property and got stuck; police are seeking charges and restitution for cleanup.
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8 months ago

14-year-old girl, with group of teens, fatally struck by commuter rail train in Worcester

A 14-year-old girl was hit and killed by a train while trespassing on the Framingham/Worcester Line.
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8 months ago

'We know this morning was frustrating for many': Reopened Blue Line hobbled by signal problems

MBTA announced free fares due to signal issues causing delays on Blue Line after service interruption.
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8 months ago

Watch: Brookline native Conan O'Brien spotted riding the bus in Cambridge

Conan O'Brien publicly thanked a bus driver while riding the MBTA in Cambridge, showcasing his appreciation for local service.
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9 months ago

MBTA to expand bus service to Houghton's Pond this summer

MBTA Route 716 will provide Saturday service to Houghton's Pond for summer recreation starting June 21.
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9 months ago

Police seek suspect in 'unprovoked' Red Line pepper spray attack

The unprovoked attack on a Red Line train occurred at approximately 10 p.m. near Central Square station, leaving the victim in distress and demanding urgent public assistance.
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10 months ago

Transit police release photos of suspect in Red Line gunfire incident

Shots fired at Harvard Square Red Line platform, no injuries reported, investigation ongoing.
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