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fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 days ago

Albert Bridge closed to pedestrians and cyclists after 'slight movement' detected

A bridge closure was announced due to detected movement, with repairs expected to cost 8.5 million and take a year.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Silvertown Tunnel is 'tackling chronic congestion'

The Silvertown Tunnel has reduced congestion and improved journey times, but has also displaced traffic to other routes.
London food
fromianVisits
1 week ago

Berrylands station to close for four months this summer

Berrylands station will close for four months for £6 million upgrades, including new platforms and improved facilities.
SF parents
fromNewsday
2 weeks ago

Part of Northern State Parkway in Nassau closes overnight for repaving

A section of the eastbound Northern State Parkway will be closed overnight for repaving for three weeks.
London
fromianVisits
4 days ago

Inside the closure of London's second-busiest road - the A40 Westway

The A40 Westway is undergoing major repairs due to wear and tear from heavy traffic, necessitating the replacement of road joints.
Canada news
fromThe Globe and Mail
2 weeks ago

Officials urge people to take transit or work from home to avoid World Cup congestion

Toronto is implementing a comprehensive transportation plan for the World Cup to prevent congestion and ensure smooth movement of crowds.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Toronto plans to increase transit, close roads to keep people moving around city during FIFA World Cup | CBC News

Sharon Bollenbach, executive director for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Toronto Secretariat, emphasizes the city's commitment to ensuring a positive experience for visitors, residents, and businesses during the event.
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UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago

London travel news LIVE: M25 traffic chaos as motorway closed after three-lorry crash

The M25 clockwise is closed between junctions 27 and 28 near Brentwood due to a three-lorry crash causing diesel spillage across three lanes, with closure expected throughout the afternoon for resurfacing.
#albert-bridge
London
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

With Albert Bridge now shut for a year, what is going on with London's crossings?

Albert Bridge, a fragile structure, requires £8.5 million in repairs and is expected to reopen within a year.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Albert Bridge closes to traffic as 'precaution'

Albert Bridge in west London is closed to vehicles after inspection raised concerns; engineers are analysing findings while pedestrians retain access and traffic is diverted.
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Albert Bridge remains closed to traffic after cracks found

Albert Bridge, opened in 1873 and over 150 years old, is closed to vehicles for safety inspections while remaining open to pedestrians.
London
fromTime Out London
2 weeks ago

This major London bridge will be shut to cars until 2027 - here's how to avoid the disruption

Albert Bridge will be closed to vehicles for repairs until 2027 due to structural issues, but remains open for pedestrians and cyclists.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

With Albert Bridge now shut for a year, what is going on with London's crossings?

Albert Bridge, a fragile structure, requires £8.5 million in repairs and is expected to reopen within a year.
#road-closure
London
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

A40 to shut for more than a month for safety works

The A40 Westway in west London will close for over a month from March 20 to late April for critical safety maintenance on the flyover structure, affecting up to 96,000 daily vehicles.
London food
fromTime Out London
3 weeks ago

One of south London's busiest train stations will finally reopen next week after being closed for 10 months

Cutty Sark DLR station reopens March 23 with four new escalators after a 10-month closure to replace repeatedly failing equipment.
#tfl
fromTime Out London
2 weeks ago
London

13 London bus routes are getting reduced - full list of service changes

TfL is adjusting bus timetables to address declining passenger numbers and current traffic levels.
fromTime Out London
2 months ago
UK news

Six popular London bus routes could get axed, cut short or re-routed

TfL proposes major changes and cuts to several north, west and central London bus routes to match lower post-pandemic demand and reduce overlapping services.
London
fromTime Out London
2 weeks ago

13 London bus routes are getting reduced - full list of service changes

TfL is adjusting bus timetables to address declining passenger numbers and current traffic levels.
fromNewsday
1 month ago

Kennedy Airport to see road closures, traffic delays due to construction until Thursday

motorists and anyone using for-hire vehicle services should plan ahead for delays or reroutes due to detours or closures of parts of the airport roadway network until Thursday. It strongly advised customers to use mass transit, such as the Long Island Rail Road, to reach Kennedy Airport during these dates.
New York City
fromTime Out London
3 weeks ago

This major London train station will be hit by a six-day closure over the 2026 Easter bank holiday weekend

Euston will close from April 3 (Good Friday) through to Wednesday April 8. During this six-day period, all Avanti West Coast or London Northwestern Railway services south of Milton Keynes Central will be replaced by buses. Customers are advised that all trips to the northwest from Euston will likely take longer and be busier, as well as involve either more changes and/or rail replacement buses.
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London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Croydon tram network hit by track blockages

South London tram users experience repeated delays from vehicles blocking tracks, with central Croydon's narrow streets particularly affected, causing disruptions ranging from minutes to 46-minute blockages.
London
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

East London's new railway station - Beam Park finally approved after years of delays

Beam Park station in East London has received final approval, enabling thousands of new homes in the area.
UK politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

London council using LTNs to raise money is illegal, says judge

A High Court judge quashed six Low Traffic Neighbourhood schemes in Croydon, ruling the council unlawfully implemented them primarily to generate revenue rather than improve safety and air quality.
London
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago

Ticket gates to be relocated at Lewisham station in bid to cut congestion

Upgrade works at Lewisham station aim to reduce congestion on Platform 1 by relocating ticket barriers and improving station layout.
London food
fromTime Out London
4 weeks ago

Watch out, Londoners, three major tube lines will be shut this weekend

Major London transport closures on March 14-15 will affect Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan lines, DLR, Elizabeth line, and Liverpool Street station, with RMT strikes planned through May.
London
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago

South Kensington tube station upgrade finally getting started

Upgrade works at South Kensington tube station will increase capacity and improve accessibility with new lifts and revamped ticket hall.
London food
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

TfL has revealed plans for a new express bus service in south London

TfL approved the SL15 Superloop service linking Clapham Junction and Eltham, launching in 2027, with 91% of consultation respondents supporting the route.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Bay Street and College Street intersection to be closed Monday until mid-April | CBC News

Bay Street and College Street in downtown Toronto will close from Monday until mid-April for streetcar track renewal and sewer pipe replacement.
fromianVisits
1 month ago

Charing Cross station to be hit by three-weeks summer closure warns Southeastern

During the 22-day closure, Southeastern trains into central London will continue to run, but many trains will be diverted to alternative terminals. Most services that would normally use Charing Cross will instead run to London Victoria, London Cannon Street or London Blackfriars, with some trains terminating at London Bridge.
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London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago

London travel news LIVE: Hammersmith & City line part suspended with severe delays after trespasser incident

Hammersmith & City line eastbound service suspended between Hammersmith and Edgware Road due to a trespasser incident at Barking, with alternative transport options available.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Action urged over violence against transport staff

Nearly 10,500 cases of workplace violence against London transport staff were recorded annually, causing serious injuries including broken bones and noses, with many incidents unreported.
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Here's how Gardiner Expressway, Don Valley Parkway closures could impact you this weekend | CBC News

Major closures on the Don Valley Parkway and Gardiner Expressway will disrupt driving routes in and out of downtown this weekend.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Delays, cancellations for GO trains on Kitchener, Lakeshore East lines due to unplanned track work | CBC News

According to GO Transit's website, several early morning trains between Kitchener Go and Union Station have been cancelled due to track repairs. It said an eastbound train will run from Acton Go from 8:45 a.m., making all stops to Union except at Etobicoke North GO, and another eastbound train will run from Mount Pleasant Go around 8:42 a.m.
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fromianVisits
2 months ago

Warning of four day closure on parts of the Metropolitan and Chiltern Railway next week

Metropolitan line and Chiltern Railways services north of Harrow on the Hill will be suspended from 19–22 February for signalling works; replacement buses will operate and journeys may be much longer.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 weeks ago

London travel news LIVE: Waterloo trains to Portsmouth delayed after track inspection

South Western Railway services between London Waterloo and Portsmouth face up to 20-minute delays due to a safety track inspection near Hilsea with temporary speed restrictions in effect until end of day.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

London travel news LIVE: Lewisham signalling failure sparks delays and cancellations until 9am

A fault with the signalling system at Lewisham is causing disruption to services this morning, with trains running through the station subject to cancellations, delays or revisions until around 9am. The issue means services from Hither Green towards central London are currently unable to use platform 1 at Lewisham. As a result, trains heading towards central London from Sidcup and Sevenoaks are unable to call at Lewisham.
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US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Fire near Euston station sparks major disruption to UK rail services

A commercial building fire near London's Euston has blocked the West Coast Main Line, causing widespread rail cancellations, delays and a large emergency response.
US news
fromnj
1 month ago

NJ Transit apologizes after canceling 27 trains. Riders advised to work from home during bridge project.

NJ Transit canceled 27 trains during a month-long service reduction to place one track of the new Portal Bridge into service.
#rail-engineering
fromianVisits
1 month ago

TfL warns of widespread rail and Tube disruption throughout March

We're sorry for any disruption caused by the planned engineering works taking place on the Elizabeth line and London Overground in March. These essential upgrades will help us maintain a safe, reliable service for our customers. We advise customers to check your journey before travelling, using the TfL Go app or at TfL.gov.uk, and allow a little extra time where needed.
UK news
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Protest calls to fully reopen Hammersmith Bridge

Campaigners demand Hammersmith Bridge be reopened to vehicles after a seven-year closure, citing major bus route cuts and severe local congestion; no reopening timetable exists.
fromnj
1 month ago

Controlled chaos on first major commuting day of NJ Transit's month-long cut to service

The first full commuting day of NJ Transit's reduced service to put a new Portal North Bridge track in service was a scene of controlled chaos in the Hoboken Terminal Tuesday morning. Crowds of commuters swarmed Hoboken Terminal during the heart of Tuesday morning's rush, where all Midtown Direct trains that would have gone to New York will be sent until March 15. A platoon of NJ Transit customer service workers directed lines of commuters, some who were unfamiliar with where PATH trains
New York City
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Over 100 evacuated from building site after crane collapses in west London

A spokesperson for the company said that the incident involved the jib of a tower crane becoming detached from its fixing. The site will remain closed until the incident is fully investigated, the company added. The area will be cleared and deemed safe before construction can be resumed.
London
#rail-disruption
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Water main break causing delays on Gardiner Expressway: Toronto police | CBC News

Toronto police are warning of traffic delays on the Gardiner Expressway due to a water main break early Monday morning. Around 4:15 a.m., a water main broke in the area of the Gardiner Expressway and Grand Avenue in Etobicoke, police said in a post on X. Police said they are assisting with traffic, with eastbound and westbound lanes reduced following the break. They said drivers should expect delays in the area and consider alternate routes.
Canada news
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
2 months ago

G Train Shake-Up: 2026 Signal Upgrades Trigger Brooklyn Weekend Shutdowns

BROOKLYN, NY - Brooklyn straphangers, heads up: G train weekend service changes loom for 2026 signal upgrades that could disrupt your commute. Service will end between Bedford-Nostrand Aves. and Church Ave. on select weekends in 2026, from 9:30 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday, the MTA announced. The Crosstown Line's original signals, installed over 90 years ago, are well past their useful life, causing frequent delays for 160,000 daily passengers, NYC Transit says.
New York City
UK politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

1million redesign of junctions by Putney Bridge branded a 'disaster'

A £1 million road redesign near Putney Bridge prioritizing pedestrians and cyclists increased congestion, gridlocked roads and displaced traffic onto side streets.
#central-line
UK news
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

Trains at London's busiest station will be majorly disrupted for an entire month

Liverpool Street station will have whole-station weekend closures throughout March affecting Elizabeth line, London Overground, Greater Anglia and c2c services.
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

The London Underground's Piccadilly line will be hit by strikes this week - dates, times and how much services will be disrupted

If you're taking the Piccadilly line this week, prepare for potential delays, disruptions and even cancellations due to the strikes. Here's everything you need to know. RECOMMENDED: Strikes have been called for the Overground this month. When are the Piccadilly line strikes? The strikes aren't actually on the Piccadilly line, rather at the depot that serves the service. RMT members working at the Northfields Depot in Ealing are on strike from the evening of Sunday February 15 until the morning of Saturday February 21.
London politics
#eglinton-crosstown
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Eglinton Crosstown had emergency braking issues, but problems not 'safety critical,' Metrolinx says | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Eglinton Crosstown had emergency braking issues, but problems not 'safety critical,' Metrolinx says | CBC News

fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Rail services shut down as huge fire breaks out at south London station

Rail services were halted after a massive fire broke out on train tracks between Peckham and Bermondsey on Tuesday evening, causing travel chaos for Londoners. The fire broke out between Queen's Road Peckham and South Bermondsey railway stations. Three fire engines and approximately 15 firefighters were rushed to the scene, trains were stopped in both directions and power was cut. In videos shared to social media, the huge fire can be seen illuminating the night sky.
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Eight injured as bus crashes into tree on Old Kent Road in south London

We were called at 10.15am on 24 February to reports of a road traffic collision in Old Kent Road, SE15. We sent three ambulance crews, two paramedics in fast response cars and an incident response officer to the scene. The first paramedic arrived in around seven minutes. We treated eight patients at the scene and took them to hospital.
London
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Signal issue at Union Station causing mass GO Transit delays | CBC News

A signal issue at Union Station is causing mass train delays Monday morning, GO Transit says. Crews are working on repairs, but there may be delays of up to two hours, according to a GO Transit online alert. All lines through Union Station are affected, and trains will be unable to travel through the station until the issue is resolved.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Toronto's Little Jamaica in state of emergency' due to Eglinton-Crosstown construction: BIA | CBC News

Our identity has really been changed in Little Jamaica and it's all due to the Metrolinx construction for the last 16 years,
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UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Travel disruption at London Waterloo as weekend engineering works set to begin

Weekend works at London Waterloo will disrupt South Western Railway services, close Queenstown Road, alter calling patterns, and require passengers to check and plan journeys.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Why did one of Britain's busiest tunnels have to close?

An oversized vehicle entered the smaller Dartford tunnel, damaging critical safety systems and forcing a 30-hour closure and major northbound delays.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Toronto's first pothole repair blitz of the year gets underway | CBC News

The winter is tough, the weather goes up and it goes down and the temperature fluctuates and it causes havoc in the roads, Chow said at a news conference.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Insufficient rail screws behind days-long GO disruptions, Metrolinx CEO says | CBC News

A preliminary investigation into the incident found the derailment happened because nine screws holding down rail fastenings on part of the track leading into Union Station gave way under fatigue, Metrolinx CEO Michael Lindsay said. These lag screws should be fastened by four screws in the plate. At this particular location they were fastened by two, he said, citing the latest track standards, updated in 2016.
Canada news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

M25 crash latest: 'Multiple-vehicle' collision brings traffic to halt as drivers face hour-long delays

Severe delays are expected on the M25 this afternoon following an earlier crash near the London commuter town of Brentwood. The crash happened at around 1.40pm just beyond Junction 28 (A12, Brentwood/Brook Street Roundabout), bringing the M25 anticlockwise to a standstill. Queues are stretching back to Junction 29 (Romford), and severe delays are expected. Emergency services have been contacted for comment about the earlier crash.
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London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Huge fire breaks out at southwest London recycling centre disrupting trains to Heathrow

A recycling centre in Southall caught fire, burning 15 tonnes of waste and causing partial closure and major disruption on the Great Western Main Line.
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

London travel news LIVE: Major Stansted Express disruption after signalling fault

A signalling fault at Stansted Airport has blocked all lines this morning, causing major disruption and rail replacement buses being arranged; allow extra travel time.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Fire in Primrose Hill sparks travel disruptions across the country

Fire at former Primrose Hill station in Camden caused major rail disruption, mobilised about 10 fire engines and 70 firefighters, with no reported injuries.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Euston services disrupted by fire in north London

All railway services between Euston and Watford Junction are disrupted by a Chalk Farm commercial building fire; expect delays until at least 14:00 GMT.
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

London travel news LIVE: Southern and Thameslink trains cancelled as 'major disruption' hits rush hour

Major signalling fault between Norwood Junction and London Bridge/Blackfriars blocks Southern and Thameslink lines, disrupting morning commuter services until around 8am.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

London travel news LIVE: Windrush line facing severe delays due to faulty track

There are severe delays on the Windrush line this morning due to an earlier faulty track.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

London travel news LIVE: Major disruption on the DLR due to Poplar signal failure

Signal failure in Poplar causes partial DLR standstill, suspending service between Stratford and Canary Wharf and between Stratford International and Canning Town, with severe delays elsewhere.
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Nightmare for passengers as Tube station platforms to close for months for repairs

Barons Court will close each platform separately for extensive roof repairs replacing around 800 glass panes; alternate routes advised and platforms open for Queen's Club.
UK news
fromianVisits
2 months ago

London Overground strike called by RMT for next month

RMT strike action will affect London Overground's Windrush line on 26 Feb, 26 Mar and 23 Apr, potentially disrupting services and some Friday mornings.
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