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fromBoston.com
4 weeks ago
Boston food

Rare good news for the T: Ridership is actually up

MBTA's fare revenue increased by $18 million this year due to growing ridership and improved service.
fromBoston.com
4 days ago
Boston food

MBTA plans to install cameras on buses to ticket cars in bus lanes

MBTA to introduce automated cameras on buses to enforce bus lane compliance, focusing on law adherence over revenue generation.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston food

South Coast Rail schedule has some readers 'deeply disappointed'

The MBTA's new South Coast Rail service is a historic advancement for South Shore commuters, but it has faced criticism from some regarding new schedules.
fromBoston.com
4 months ago
Boston

Here's how readers graded the MBTA in 2024

The MBTA has eliminated slow zones, but reader feedback reflects mixed satisfaction as the Track Improvement Program concludes.
fromBoston.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Tell us: How would you grade the MBTA?

The MBTA will remove speed restrictions for the first time in over 20 years, marking a significant milestone in transit improvement efforts.
fromBoston.com
4 weeks ago
Boston food

Month-long Red Line disruption starts Tuesday

Red Line service will be disrupted for maintenance from April 1-30, requiring riders to use shuttle buses and plan for longer commutes.
fromBoston.com
4 weeks ago
Boston food

Rare good news for the T: Ridership is actually up

MBTA's fare revenue increased by $18 million this year due to growing ridership and improved service.
fromBoston.com
4 days ago
Boston food

MBTA plans to install cameras on buses to ticket cars in bus lanes

MBTA to introduce automated cameras on buses to enforce bus lane compliance, focusing on law adherence over revenue generation.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston food

South Coast Rail schedule has some readers 'deeply disappointed'

The MBTA's new South Coast Rail service is a historic advancement for South Shore commuters, but it has faced criticism from some regarding new schedules.
fromBoston.com
4 months ago
Boston

Here's how readers graded the MBTA in 2024

The MBTA has eliminated slow zones, but reader feedback reflects mixed satisfaction as the Track Improvement Program concludes.
fromBoston.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Tell us: How would you grade the MBTA?

The MBTA will remove speed restrictions for the first time in over 20 years, marking a significant milestone in transit improvement efforts.
fromBoston.com
4 weeks ago
Boston food

Month-long Red Line disruption starts Tuesday

Red Line service will be disrupted for maintenance from April 1-30, requiring riders to use shuttle buses and plan for longer commutes.
more#public-transportation
#transit-police
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
Boston food

Transit police release photos of suspect in Red Line gunfire incident

Shots fired at Harvard Square Red Line platform, no injuries reported, investigation ongoing.
fromBoston.com
6 months ago
Boston

MBTA bus sideswipes multiple cars in the South End

A faulty safety latch caused an MBTA bus to sideswipe parked cars, damaging 10 vehicles but resulting in no injuries.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston food

Group of 'cowards' attacked teen at North Station, T police say

A 16-year-old was violently attacked and robbed by a group at North Station, prompting a police investigation and request for public assistance.
fromBoston.com
9 months ago
Boston

Man dies after stepping onto Red Line tracks at South Station

One person died in an apparent suicide incident at South Station, causing significant delays on the Red Line.
fromBoston.com
8 months ago
Boston

Man dies after being hit by commuter rail in Beverly

Trespassing on commuter rail tracks led to a man's death in Beverly, conveying the dangers of such actions.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
Boston food

Transit police release photos of suspect in Red Line gunfire incident

Shots fired at Harvard Square Red Line platform, no injuries reported, investigation ongoing.
fromBoston.com
6 months ago
Boston

MBTA bus sideswipes multiple cars in the South End

A faulty safety latch caused an MBTA bus to sideswipe parked cars, damaging 10 vehicles but resulting in no injuries.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston food

Group of 'cowards' attacked teen at North Station, T police say

A 16-year-old was violently attacked and robbed by a group at North Station, prompting a police investigation and request for public assistance.
fromBoston.com
9 months ago
Boston

Man dies after stepping onto Red Line tracks at South Station

One person died in an apparent suicide incident at South Station, causing significant delays on the Red Line.
fromBoston.com
8 months ago
Boston

Man dies after being hit by commuter rail in Beverly

Trespassing on commuter rail tracks led to a man's death in Beverly, conveying the dangers of such actions.
more#transit-police
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
Boston food

Here's what to know about the MBTA on Marathon Monday

MBTA adjusts services for the Boston Marathon to enhance commuter safety and manage crowd control.
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago
Alternative transportation

Those fancy new T fare vending machines? Don't use them, yet

New Charlie Card fare vending machines are being tested at Orange Line stations to enhance rider experience.
#public-safety
fromBoston.com
2 months ago
Boston

Commuter rail train strikes car in Concord, officials say

A commuter rail train crashed into a car in Concord, resulting in minor injuries to the driver but no severe incidents.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston food

3 men charged with kidnapping, assaulting 14-year-old on Orange Line train

Three men allegedly kidnapped and assaulted a 14-year-old on an MBTA train, stealing his cell phone.
fromBoston.com
6 months ago
Boston

Police looking for man accused of indecently assaulting teen on MBTA bus

Community vigilance is crucial in addressing crimes against minors.
The MBTA Transit Police are actively seeking information about a suspect in a serious incident report.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago
Boston

Commuter rail train strikes car in Concord, officials say

A commuter rail train crashed into a car in Concord, resulting in minor injuries to the driver but no severe incidents.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston food

3 men charged with kidnapping, assaulting 14-year-old on Orange Line train

Three men allegedly kidnapped and assaulted a 14-year-old on an MBTA train, stealing his cell phone.
fromBoston.com
6 months ago
Boston

Police looking for man accused of indecently assaulting teen on MBTA bus

Community vigilance is crucial in addressing crimes against minors.
The MBTA Transit Police are actively seeking information about a suspect in a serious incident report.
more#public-safety
#transportation
fromBoston.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

What to know about Healey's $8 billion transportation proposal

Governor Healey's $8 billion transportation plan aims to stabilize the MBTA without tax hikes, improving public transportation and infrastructure across the state.
fromBoston.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Complete slow zone elimination is just days away for the MBTA, says Eng

The MBTA's subways will be free of speed restrictions for the first time in over 20 years, marking a significant improvement in service.
fromBoston.com
3 months ago
Boston

Switch issues strand commuter rail rides for hours

Commuter Rail delays left hundreds of passengers stranded for hours due to switch issues.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston food

100 riders evacuated after MBTA Green Line trolley collides with another

No injuries or damage occurred after a Green Line trolley rolled backward into another trolley in Boston.
MBTA prioritizes safety and is investigating the incident.
fromBoston.com
3 months ago
Boston

MBTA Red Line dispatches shuttle buses after train becomes disabled

MBTA provided shuttle buses for Red Line service disruption due to a disabled train near Davis for almost four hours on Monday.
fromBoston.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Orange Line now without slow zones for the first time in 15 years, MBTA says

The MBTA is committed to eliminating speed restrictions, improving infrastructure, and ensuring long-term maintenance of its subway system.
fromBoston.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

What to know about Healey's $8 billion transportation proposal

Governor Healey's $8 billion transportation plan aims to stabilize the MBTA without tax hikes, improving public transportation and infrastructure across the state.
fromBoston.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Complete slow zone elimination is just days away for the MBTA, says Eng

The MBTA's subways will be free of speed restrictions for the first time in over 20 years, marking a significant improvement in service.
fromBoston.com
3 months ago
Boston

Switch issues strand commuter rail rides for hours

Commuter Rail delays left hundreds of passengers stranded for hours due to switch issues.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston food

100 riders evacuated after MBTA Green Line trolley collides with another

No injuries or damage occurred after a Green Line trolley rolled backward into another trolley in Boston.
MBTA prioritizes safety and is investigating the incident.
fromBoston.com
3 months ago
Boston

MBTA Red Line dispatches shuttle buses after train becomes disabled

MBTA provided shuttle buses for Red Line service disruption due to a disabled train near Davis for almost four hours on Monday.
fromBoston.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Orange Line now without slow zones for the first time in 15 years, MBTA says

The MBTA is committed to eliminating speed restrictions, improving infrastructure, and ensuring long-term maintenance of its subway system.
more#transportation
#red-line
fromBoston.com
3 months ago
Boston

Red Line branch's maximum speed increasing to 50 mph, MBTA says

The Red Line's Braintree branch will increase speeds to 50 mph due to recent track improvements.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

New report shows which lines benefited most from MBTA shutdowns

MBTA's Track Improvement Program has eliminated slow zones and improved travel times, especially on the Red and Orange lines.
fromBoston.com
8 months ago
Boston

Red Line suspension extended by a day through Aug. 26

The Red Line is closed for an extra day due to a crash involving maintenance vehicles, impacting service and ongoing track repairs.
fromBoston.com
7 months ago
Boston

One-day shutdown of Red Line's Ashmont Branch announced for Saturday

The Ashmont Branch of the Red Line will shut down Saturday for track work, coinciding with ongoing service issues on the Braintree Branch.
fromBoston.com
8 months ago
Boston

Red Line to close Monday for a week of repair work

The Red Line will be suspended for a week for track repairs and maintenance, starting August 21.
fromBoston.com
11 months ago
Boston

MBTA says it's removed 13 speed restrictions on Red Line

Maintenance work on the Red Line resulted in the removal of 13 speed restrictions and enhanced safety measures for passengers.
fromBoston.com
3 months ago
Boston

Red Line branch's maximum speed increasing to 50 mph, MBTA says

The Red Line's Braintree branch will increase speeds to 50 mph due to recent track improvements.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

New report shows which lines benefited most from MBTA shutdowns

MBTA's Track Improvement Program has eliminated slow zones and improved travel times, especially on the Red and Orange lines.
fromBoston.com
8 months ago
Boston

Red Line suspension extended by a day through Aug. 26

The Red Line is closed for an extra day due to a crash involving maintenance vehicles, impacting service and ongoing track repairs.
fromBoston.com
7 months ago
Boston

One-day shutdown of Red Line's Ashmont Branch announced for Saturday

The Ashmont Branch of the Red Line will shut down Saturday for track work, coinciding with ongoing service issues on the Braintree Branch.
fromBoston.com
8 months ago
Boston

Red Line to close Monday for a week of repair work

The Red Line will be suspended for a week for track repairs and maintenance, starting August 21.
fromBoston.com
11 months ago
Boston

MBTA says it's removed 13 speed restrictions on Red Line

Maintenance work on the Red Line resulted in the removal of 13 speed restrictions and enhanced safety measures for passengers.
more#red-line
fromBoston.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

T redoubles its efforts to reunite lost stuffed puppy with owner

The MBTA is working to reunite a lost stuffed puppy with its owner after it was found on the Red Line tracks.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Boston firefighters rescue man who was trapped under Orange Line train

A man deliberately put himself in front of an approaching train and was rescued by firefighters, remaining conscious during the incident.
Boston
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Boston
fromBoston.com
6 months ago

'We're a very different town': Arlington asks for improved bus service, Red Line stop decades after town blocked it

Arlington's bus service is deteriorating, prompting calls for the MBTA to reconsider Red Line extension plans to the area. Residents express growing frustration.
fromBoston.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

With slow zones conquered, MBTA is eyeing much faster speeds on the Red and Orange lines

The Red Line will increase speed to 50 mph, while the Orange Line will reach 55 mph as speed restrictions are lifted.
Boston
fromBoston.com
6 months ago

'We're a very different town': Arlington asks for improved bus service, Red Line stop decades after town blocked it

Arlington's bus service is deteriorating, prompting calls for the MBTA to reconsider Red Line extension plans to the area. Residents express growing frustration.
fromBoston.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

With slow zones conquered, MBTA is eyeing much faster speeds on the Red and Orange lines

The Red Line will increase speed to 50 mph, while the Orange Line will reach 55 mph as speed restrictions are lifted.
more#transit
fromBoston.com
3 months ago
Boston

Police look for Quincy man with dementia

Miguel Brito Estrada, a 62-year-old man with dementia, went missing from the Wollaston MBTA train station, prompting a police search.
fromBoston.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Here's what to know about T service diversions and commuter rail changes in January

MBTA is prioritizing critical infrastructure projects in January, impacting several transit lines and enhancing passenger experience.
fromBoston.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

9 unions reach deal with Commuter Rail operator after months of tension

Keolis reached a labor agreement with nine unions, ensuring pay and benefits retroactive to July 2023, improving worker satisfaction.
#bus-network-redesign
fromBoston.com
4 months ago
Boston

The MBTA is rolling out 'major' bus route changes. Here's what to know.

The MBTA will improve bus efficiency and frequency with changes beginning Dec. 15.
fromBoston.com
4 months ago
Boston

Reminder: bus route changes go into effect Sunday

Bus route changes effective Sunday aim to enhance service and connectivity as part of MBTA's redesign efforts.
fromBoston.com
4 months ago
Boston

The MBTA is rolling out 'major' bus route changes. Here's what to know.

The MBTA will improve bus efficiency and frequency with changes beginning Dec. 15.
fromBoston.com
4 months ago
Boston

Reminder: bus route changes go into effect Sunday

Bus route changes effective Sunday aim to enhance service and connectivity as part of MBTA's redesign efforts.
more#bus-network-redesign
fromBoston.com
4 months ago
Boston

The latest Green Line shutdown has begun. Here's what to know.

The Green Line will experience service disruptions from Dec. 6 to 20 due to track work, requiring alternative transportation for riders.
fromBoston.com
4 months ago
Boston

Woman under the influence drove at 'high rate of speed' down Green Line tracks, say T police

A woman was arrested for DUI after driving onto MBTA tracks at high speed, but no injuries occurred.
fromBoston.com
4 months ago
Boston

Woman hospitalized after car hit by commuter rail in Abington

A woman was hospitalized after her car collided with a commuter rail train, but her injuries were non-life-threatening.
#investigation
fromBoston.com
6 months ago
Boston

10 MBTA employees on leave amid criminal investigation at South Boston yard

MBTA investigates employees' misuse of resources for private vehicle work during hours, highlighting the seriousness of the allegations.
fromBoston.com
5 months ago
Boston

Woman stabbed near Orange Line station Monday afternoon

The woman was stabbed near the Forest Hills Orange Line station but her injuries were not life-threatening.
fromBoston.com
5 months ago
Boston

Four MBTA employees fired in connection with investigation at Cabot Yard

Four MBTA employees were fired amid ongoing investigation into misconduct involving private vehicle work during hours.
Ongoing investigations into misconduct at Cabot Yard lead to significant actions by MBTA.
fromBoston.com
5 months ago
Boston

2 more MBTA workers fired amid Cabot Yard investigation

MBTA investigating employees for misconduct related to private vehicle work on the clock, leading to multiple firings and administrative leaves.
fromBoston.com
6 months ago
Boston

10 MBTA employees on leave amid criminal investigation at South Boston yard

MBTA investigates employees' misuse of resources for private vehicle work during hours, highlighting the seriousness of the allegations.
fromBoston.com
5 months ago
Boston

Woman stabbed near Orange Line station Monday afternoon

The woman was stabbed near the Forest Hills Orange Line station but her injuries were not life-threatening.
fromBoston.com
5 months ago
Boston

Four MBTA employees fired in connection with investigation at Cabot Yard

Four MBTA employees were fired amid ongoing investigation into misconduct involving private vehicle work during hours.
Ongoing investigations into misconduct at Cabot Yard lead to significant actions by MBTA.
fromBoston.com
5 months ago
Boston

2 more MBTA workers fired amid Cabot Yard investigation

MBTA investigating employees for misconduct related to private vehicle work on the clock, leading to multiple firings and administrative leaves.
more#investigation
fromBoston.com
6 months ago
Boston

Family of man killed by bus announces plans to file lawsuit against MBTA

Residents demand accountability and safety improvements after a tragic accident involving an MBTA bus in the Forest Hills area.
#public-transit
fromBoston.com
6 months ago
Boston

MBTA launches pilot program giving bus drivers turn-by-turn directions for routes

The MBTA is launching a navigation pilot program to enhance bus drivers' navigation and improve service reliability for riders.
fromBoston.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Green Line train was going 36 mph in a 10 mph zone when it derailed, NTSB report finds

The Green Line trolley derailed due to excessive speed and ignoring signals, posing significant safety concerns for transit operations.
fromBoston.com
7 months ago
Boston

A diamond ring? $10K in cash? These are some of the oddest items left behind on MBTA trains.

Clothing is the most common item turned into South Station's lost and found, despite unusual finds like cash and drones.
fromBoston.com
6 months ago
Boston

MBTA launches pilot program giving bus drivers turn-by-turn directions for routes

The MBTA is launching a navigation pilot program to enhance bus drivers' navigation and improve service reliability for riders.
fromBoston.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Green Line train was going 36 mph in a 10 mph zone when it derailed, NTSB report finds

The Green Line trolley derailed due to excessive speed and ignoring signals, posing significant safety concerns for transit operations.
fromBoston.com
7 months ago
Boston

A diamond ring? $10K in cash? These are some of the oddest items left behind on MBTA trains.

Clothing is the most common item turned into South Station's lost and found, despite unusual finds like cash and drones.
more#public-transit
fromBoston.com
6 months ago
Boston

The MBTA is looking for riders to help test its app

MBTA seeks rider feedback to refine its real-time transit tracking app, MBTA Go, enhancing commuter experiences with reliable service information.
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