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Boston
fromBoston.com
4 hours ago

MBTA announces service changes, suspensions for various lines throughout May

May brings multiple service suspensions on the Red Line, Green Line, Blue Line, Mattapan Line, and some Commuter Rail lines.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

They rode the T to every single station in one fell swoop. Here's how long it took.

A group of friends completed a challenge to ride all MBTA subway lines in one day, taking over 10 hours.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

What to know about the MBTA's free and discounted commuter rail plans for summer

MBTA introduces summer discounts to encourage commuter rail use during busy events, including the World Cup, while offsetting schedule changes.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

She knit an MBTA-themed sweater inspired by her commutes. The internet is loving it.

Megan Lam created a hand-knit MBTA-themed sweater inspired by Boston's public transit and her personal experiences.
Boston
fromBoston.com
4 hours ago

MBTA announces service changes, suspensions for various lines throughout May

May brings multiple service suspensions on the Red Line, Green Line, Blue Line, Mattapan Line, and some Commuter Rail lines.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

They rode the T to every single station in one fell swoop. Here's how long it took.

A group of friends completed a challenge to ride all MBTA subway lines in one day, taking over 10 hours.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

What to know about the MBTA's free and discounted commuter rail plans for summer

MBTA introduces summer discounts to encourage commuter rail use during busy events, including the World Cup, while offsetting schedule changes.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

She knit an MBTA-themed sweater inspired by her commutes. The internet is loving it.

Megan Lam created a hand-knit MBTA-themed sweater inspired by Boston's public transit and her personal experiences.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Op-Ed | How public-private partnerships can fast-track subway accessibility | amNewYork

Public-private partnerships are enhancing subway accessibility for New Yorkers with disabilities, improving efficiency and reducing costs for infrastructure projects.
#red-sox
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 day ago

Bob Hall has died. The father of wheelchair racing made Boston Marathon history.

Bob Hall was the first official wheelchair champion of the Boston Marathon, advocating for inclusivity in wheelchair racing.
Public health
fromHarvard Gazette
2 days ago

How 3 mayors are combating homelessness - Harvard Gazette

Homelessness in the U.S. has increased by 18%, affecting public safety and health, prompting mayors to seek collaborative solutions.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Faneuil Hall needs 'a shot of adrenaline,' its businesses say - and they want to be part of the plan

Business owners at Faneuil Hall seek involvement in revitalization plans as Mayor Wu aims to rejuvenate the marketplace for downtown growth.
Food & drink
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Framingham hot dog cart for sale as owner returns to tech career

Roland Houle is selling his hot dog cart business, hoping the next owner values its goodwill and customer base as much as he does.
London
fromianVisits
2 days ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport faces potential disruptions due to strikes and ongoing issues with passenger safety and service upgrades.
Higher education
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

A Mass. university again made Forbes's 'New Ivies' list

Tufts University is recognized for effectively preparing students for a challenging job market, making the 'New Ivies' list for two consecutive years.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

LAX's long-awaited train to hit the rails as testing begins

"It's really exciting, because not only is it a big milestone for the project, but it's going to be a really visible milestone for all of our guests," Adams said of the testing.
Los Angeles
Toronto startup
fromBusline News
3 days ago

New York City's MTA To Take Delivery Of Its 1,000th Prevost Coach - Busline News

Prevost will deliver its 1,000th coach to the MTA in 2026, marking a significant milestone in their partnership.
London food
fromianVisits
3 days ago

Fewer trains to call at Wandsworth Town station during step-free upgrade works

New lifts at Wandsworth Town station will cause fewer trains to stop there during summer 2026.
#boston-marathon
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

The Paris Marathon just went cup-free. Is Boston next?

The Boston Marathon is testing reusable silicone cups for hydration stations, moving away from single-use cups for its Boston 5K.
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

The Paris Marathon just went cup-free. Is Boston next?

The Boston Marathon is testing reusable silicone cups for hydration stations, moving away from single-use cups for its Boston 5K.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

Soccer fans spending hundreds on World Cup tickets have another problem: sky-high transit fares

FIFA World Cup fans face significantly higher transit costs to stadiums, with prices soaring up to eight times normal rates.
Careers
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Where are new grads finding job opportunities

The hiring market for new grads is challenging, with increased competition and a rise in unemployment rates.
Brooklyn
fromBusline News
4 days ago

Sign Of The Times: Improving The Rider Experience Continues At Cincinnati Metro - Busline News

Cincinnati Metro is replacing 3,700 bus stop signs to enhance rider experience and modernize transit communication over the next 24 months.
fromBusline News
4 days ago

ENC Named To Washington State DES Statewide Transit Bus Contract - Busline News

Being named to the Washington State DES contract is a significant milestone for ENC and a testament to the strength of our product portfolio. This contract gives transit agencies across the region a streamlined path to American-made, Altoona-tested heavy-duty buses in every major propulsion category.
Alternative transportation
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Bay Area transit agencies are seeing ridership climb as gas prices rise, weather improves

Bay Area transit agencies are experiencing a significant increase in ridership, nearing pre-pandemic levels.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog USA
5 days ago

"Why Do We Do This Bill?": Preparing Congressional Staff for Surface Transportation Reauthorization - Streetsblog USA

Federal surface transportation reauthorization lacks institutional knowledge, leading to skepticism about its effectiveness and the need for reevaluation.
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

Person wanted by ICE 'nearly crushed' agent with car in Quincy, officials say

The incident occurred when ICE agents attempted to make a 'targeted arrest' on Bigelow Street in Quincy just after 11 a.m. Agents stopped the person's vehicle and exited their own. The person who they pulled over then tried to 'evade arrest' and 'nearly crushed a special agent' with their vehicle.
Washington DC
Boston Red Sox
fromOver the Monster
1 day ago

Tigers at Red Sox with Tarik Skubal on the hill; Lineups, TV Info

The Sox face Tarik Skubal, a strong Cy Young contender, while Brayan Bello aims to build on his recent performance.
Boston food
fromTasting Table
2 days ago

How Molasses Caused One Of History's Strangest Disasters In A Boston Neighborhood - Tasting Table

The Great Molasses Flood in Boston in 1919 resulted from a tank burst, causing 21 deaths and significant destruction.
Environment
fromHarvard Gazette
1 week ago

Why are communities pushing back against data centers? - Harvard Gazette

Concerns over data centers include rising power rates, water use, environmental issues, and questionable economic benefits despite claims of job creation.
Boston Celtics
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Celtics to face Philadelphia 76ers in first round of NBA playoffs

Boston Celtics will face the Philadelphia 76ers in the first round of the 2026 NBA playoffs.
#public-transit
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago
New York City

Op-ed | Let's provide free subway and bus fares for those who need them most | amNewYork

The City Council proposes making bus and subway fares free for one million low-income New Yorkers to alleviate financial burdens.
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
4 days ago
San Francisco

AC Transit, Muni, Caltrain Predict Service Collapse Without More Funding - Streetsblog San Francisco

BART and other transit agencies face severe service cuts without additional funding from Bay Area voters.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Op-ed | Let's provide free subway and bus fares for those who need them most | amNewYork

The City Council proposes making bus and subway fares free for one million low-income New Yorkers to alleviate financial burdens.
London food
fromianVisits
4 days ago

California Dreaming: Belmont station revamp ahead of plans to double train services

Upgrades to Belmont station aim to double train services by 2027, enhancing accessibility and infrastructure for residents and visitors.
Boston real estate
fromSFGATE
5 days ago

Real Estate Market Trends in Boston, MA: Prices Fall

Boston's real estate market is competitive with a median listing price of $966,250, despite a 12% year-over-year drop.
#mta
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
5 days ago

The MTA just announced major accessibility improvements are coming to 11 subway lines this spring

Elevator upgrades across 11 subway lines aim to improve accessibility, but will cause temporary outages during the replacement process.
New York City
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

MTA will bring modern fare gates to more subway entrances, board says

MTA will install modern fare gates at every entrance of 20 stations by year-end to reduce fare evasion and improve accessibility.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog Empire State
5 days ago

ANALYSIS: MTA Example Case For Hochul's Insurance Plan Does Not Hold Up To Scrutiny - Streetsblog Empire State

A driver caused severe injuries to two pedestrians, leading to a liability dispute where the MTA may pay damages due to the driver's lack of insurance.
Boston Red Sox
fromOver the Monster
1 day ago

Red Sox 1, Tigers 0 F/10: Walk-off Greens do it again

Fenway Greens achieved a walk-off victory, showcasing strong pitching and clutch plays despite offensive struggles against Casey Mize.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

'That comes with a price tag': How snow removal is busting town budgets

Massachusetts municipalities face severe budget shortfalls due to record snowfall and climate change-related extreme weather events.
#world-cup
Boston food
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

This Boston neighborhood is seeing the biggest Airbnb surge ahead of the World Cup

Dorchester sees a 122% surge in Airbnb bookings for the World Cup in Boston, driven by fan demand.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Don't want an $80 train ticket to the World Cup? How about a $95 bus ticket?

Boston Stadium Express Bus Service offers a premium transportation option for World Cup attendees from Boston to Foxborough.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

This Boston neighborhood is seeing the biggest Airbnb surge ahead of the World Cup

Dorchester sees a 122% surge in Airbnb bookings for the World Cup in Boston, driven by fan demand.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Don't want an $80 train ticket to the World Cup? How about a $95 bus ticket?

Boston Stadium Express Bus Service offers a premium transportation option for World Cup attendees from Boston to Foxborough.
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Search of Mass. pond uncovers decades-old truck

A fisherman detected a submerged vehicle using sonar equipment, leading to the discovery of a 1982 Volkswagen pickup truck in Rochdale Pond.
London food
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

Janno Lieber Op-Ed: Hochul's Insurance Plan Is a Pro-Transit Plan - Streetsblog New York City

Gov. Hochul's auto insurance reform aims to lower rates while supporting public transit, despite concerns about compensation for crash victims.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Mamdani ran on fast and free buses. A new plan addresses the 'fast' part of his pitch.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to reduce bus commute times by 20% across 45 corridors in the city.
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

More homes are staying in the family - is yours one of them?

A growing share of homes in the U.S. are being transferred through inheritance due to housing affordability challenges.
Boston
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Columbia Agrees to Fund 125th Street Subway Elevator - But Leaves MTA Holding the Bag - Streetsblog New York City

Columbia University will pay $33 million for escalators and one elevator at the 1 train station, while the MTA covers the remaining costs.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
1 week ago

MTA Insiders Give Talk on the IBX at the Transit Museum

The proposed 14-mile light rail route will connect Brooklyn and Queens, featuring 19 stations and integrating with existing transit options.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Boston man charged with attacking, gouging MBTA officer's eyes during booking process

A Boston man faces multiple charges after violently attacking an MBTA police officer, including gouging his eyes during a struggle.
fromOver the Monster
3 days ago

There's a shortstop battle brewing for the Red Sox between Marcelo Mayer and Trevor Story

Trevor Story's recent play illustrates his declining range at shortstop. He can still reach the ball, but not cleanly enough to finish a highlight reel play.
Boston Red Sox
#boston
Boston food
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 weeks ago

Where Was The Drama Filmed? A Look at the Boston Locations for the Unconventional Rom-Com

The Drama is a romantic comedy-turned-thriller set in Boston, exploring a couple's relationship before their wedding.
Boston
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

New rules just kicked in for delivery drivers in Boston. Here's what to know.

Boston requires delivery companies to obtain permits to enhance pedestrian safety and manage traffic congestion.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Rodney Marshall appointed new fire commissioner, becomes first Black leader in department history

Rodney Marshall has been appointed as Boston's first Black fire commissioner after a 35-year career in the Boston Fire Department.
fromOver the Monster
5 days ago

Red Sox News & Links: Garrett Crochet says he's healthy after disastrous start

"In the second inning, I felt like I was throwing the ball better and the results were worse. I don't really have one thing to point to."
Boston Red Sox
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

The secret life of Boston's street corner fire alarm boxes

Boston's telegraph-based fire alarm system, operational since 1852, remains functional today, providing reliable emergency communication independent of modern technology.
Boston
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Markey, Healey get high marks in new Suffolk/Globe poll

Sen. Ed Markey leads Rep. Seth Moulton in the Democratic primary, with strong job approval ratings for both him and Gov. Maura Healey.
Boston
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Fire prompts patient transfers at Boston Medical Center in Brighton

A fire at Boston Medical Center led to the transfer of 25 patients, including ICU patients, to ensure their safety and continuity of care.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

City Council requests 5 years' worth of BPD body camera footage

Boston City Council requests five years of body camera footage from police incidents to increase transparency after a fatal shooting.
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Mass. soccer coach plans to give back after $1M lottery win

A Ludlow soccer coach won $1 million in the lottery and plans to donate part of it to local youth sports programs.
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

School bus with 26 students crashes into tree in Mashpee after driver suffers medical emergency

A school bus carrying 26 students crashed after the driver suffered a medical emergency, but no serious injuries were reported among the students.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

This Massachusetts commute ranks as the most stressful, poll finds

A new poll from personal injury law firm Munley Law, polled more than 3,000 workers across the U.S who drive to work. They were asked to identify the roads in their state that "consistently raise their blood pressure" and leave them "angriest behind the wheel due to congestion, bottlenecks, aggressive driving, or unpredictable delays."
Boston food
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Boston Sand & Gravel says pedestrian deaths 'inevitable' if housing complex moves forward

Boston Sand & Gravel is suing to stop a proposed apartment complex, citing safety risks from mixing pedestrian traffic with heavy truck operations.
Boston
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

Mass. 4th grader struck, killed by car

A 10-year-old girl named Marleigh Guevara died after being struck by a car in Webster.
Boston
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

Person killed in early-morning hit and run at Mass. and Cass

A hit-and-run incident at Mass. and Cass resulted in one death, with the driver fleeing the scene before police arrived.
US politics
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

MBTA Communities Act: What's next for your town

The MBTA Communities Act requires Massachusetts towns near MBTA service to allow higher-density housing and meet specific compliance deadlines under state oversight.
Renovation
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Renovations to Back Bay station are now underway: Here's what to know

Back Bay Station will undergo phased interior and exterior renovations to expand capacity, accessibility, amenities, and retail, with completion of the final phase expected in April 2027.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Boston man charged with sexually assaulting MBTA bus driver

Michael Vandenbroeke faces multiple charges for allegedly sexually assaulting an MBTA bus driver, with a history of violent offenses since 2005.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

'BPS transportation is failing us': School bus delays have Boston parents calling for change

Thousands of students face delays in school transportation despite claims of improved on-time performance by Boston Public Schools.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Middleton loses $2 million state grant after failing to comply with MBTA Communities Act

As a result, the town has been deemed noncompliant by the state and was sued last week by Attorney General Andrea Campbell, alongside eight other municipalities. The grant was awarded in October 2024 through the Healey-Driscoll administration's Community One Stop for Growth program and administered by the Executive Office of Economic Development. In its award letter, the EOED warned that no contract would be executed if the town remained noncompliant with Section 3A of Chapter 40A, the MBTA Communities Act. The EOED declined to comment.
US news
Boston real estate
fromBostonGlobe.com
2 months ago

Mass. public health department will be latest state agency to move out of Downtown Crossing - The Boston Globe

DPH will relocate from 250 Washington St. to 100 Cambridge St., reducing office space to save about $2 million annually.
#red-line
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Weekend commuter rail disruption will now leak into Fridays

The MBTA will suspend commuter rail service at North Station on four weekends in March and April for signal upgrades, with shuttle buses replacing trains on most lines except during Boston Marathon weekend.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

MBTA bus crashes into parked cars, home in Medford

An MBTA bus crashed into parked cars and a home's front steps in Medford after the driver lost control on black ice, narrowly missing the homeowner inside.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month 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.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

MBTA to (mostly) resume normal weekday service after historic blizzard

MBTA service resumes normal operations Wednesday after a major snowstorm, except for the Fall River/New Bedford Commuter Rail line operating on a modified schedule.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Signal issues cause multiple delays and cancellations on at least 6 commuter rail lines

The commuter rail was significantly delayed by a signal issue on Wednesday, with some lines faced with cancellations, the MBTA said. All 12 commuter rail lines experienced delays beginning Wednesday morning due to a signal issue, with some trains delayed up to 50 minutes, the MBTA said. More than 25 trains were canceled on Wednesday.
Boston
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