News Archive 2012
Monday, December 31, 2012 - 06:00
Happy New Year!
It's one of the best nights of the year, when we say good-bye to the old and welcome the new. Friday, December 28, 2012 - 06:00
Know Before You Go with MTA Subway Time™
The MTA has released a test version of an app that allows riders on seven subway lines to know precisely when trains are expected to arrive at stations. Thursday, December 27, 2012 - 06:00
'Tis the Season to Take the Train - and the LIRR Is Adding Extra Service for Extended New Year's Holiday Weekend
MTA Long Island Rail Road will provide additional trains to and from Penn Station during the extended New Year's holiday period beginning Friday afternoon December 28 through New Year's Day, Tuesday, January 1. Thursday, December 27, 2012 - 06:00
MTA Bridges And Tunnels Prepared For Winter
With 9,000 tons of deicer on hand and a fleet of 98 snow and ice-fighting vehicles standing by, MTA Bridges and Tunnels is ready for the upcoming winter weather. Tuesday, December 25, 2012 - 06:00
MTA Prepares for Winter Storms
With the forecast of this season's first winter storm, MTA agencies are following well-established plans designed to keep the MTA region's transportation services operating smoothly. Monday, December 24, 2012 - 06:00
Holiday Service on Tap for Christmas
MTA subways, buses and railroad service will operate on a Sunday or holiday schedule on Christmas. Monday, December 24, 2012 - 06:00
MTA Brings Marilyn Monroe to 42nd Street
The image of Marilyn Monroe stepping over a subway grate as a gust of wind sends her skirt twirling is the very definition of the phrase "iconic image". Friday, December 21, 2012 - 06:00
'R' Restored Between Brooklyn and Manhattan
After more than a month of around-the-clock work in one of the most storm-ravaged sections of the MTA transit system, <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/r.png" alt="R Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> trains resumed service through the Montague Tube, which connects Brooklyn Heights with Lower Manhattan on Friday morning, December 21.
Wednesday, December 19, 2012 - 06:00
MTA Adopts Fare Increases for 2013
The MTA Board has approved the agency's 2013 budget and four-year financial plan, preserving the continuing roll-out of subway, bus and railroad service increases identified last spring, and adopting a fare and toll increase that was proposed in October and amended over recent weeks in response to public comment. Wednesday, December 19, 2012 - 06:00
MTA Chairman Resigns
Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Joseph J. Lhota is resigning from his positions at the MTA, effective at close of business on Dec. 31st. Wednesday, December 19, 2012 - 06:00
'Tis the Season to Take the Train -; and the LIRR Is Adding Extra Service Friday, Dec. 21 & Christmas Eve, Dec. 24
MTA Long Island Rail Road has unwrapped a holiday schedule featuring 10 extra trains to help customers heading home early Friday afternoon, December 21, and again on Monday, Christmas Eve. The additional service from Penn Station will begin each day at 12:46 PM and run through 3:48 PM on six branches of the Railroad. Wednesday, December 19, 2012 - 06:00
MTA Adopts Fare and Toll Increases for 2013
The MTA Board has approved the agency's 2013 budget and four-year financial plan, preserving the continuing roll-out of subway, bus and railroad service increases identified last spring, and adopting a fare and toll increase that was proposed in October and amended over recent weeks in response to public comment. Monday, December 17, 2012 - 06:00
Make Merry with Metro-North's Special Holiday Service
Celebrating, shopping, sightseeing or visiting, Metro-North keeps you moving Monday, December 17, 2012 - 06:00
MTA New York City Transit Expands FASTRACK Program for 2013
Successful Subway Maintenance Program Moves to Upper Manhattan, the Bronx and Queens Friday, December 14, 2012 - 06:00
Rockaway Transfer Window Extended
To make traveling easier for commuters who live in the Rockaways but need to travel to other parts of Queens, to Brooklyn or Manhattan, MTA Bus Company, New York City Transit and Nassau Inter-County Express (NICE) have made the necessary software changes to allow three legged (one-fare) transfers and a three-hour transfer period between some buses and subways. Friday, December 14, 2012 - 06:00
MTA Continues Offering MetroCard Advertising
Don't be surprised if you get a MetroCard swathed in green this holiday season. It means your MetroCard carries one of the second crop of advertisements to appear under the MTA's new effort to raise revenue by selling ad space on MetroCards. Friday, December 14, 2012 - 06:00
Transit Museum Donates To Rockaway Rebuilding
In a ceremony at the current terminal of the temporary free H subway shuttle, Gabrielle Shubert, the Director of the New York Transit Museum, and Darren Kornblut, Manager of the Museum's online store presented a check worth $15,000 to The Graybeards, a not-for-profit organization working to rebuild the Rockaways after extensive damage suffered during Hurricane Sandy. Thursday, December 13, 2012 - 06:00
Free Transfer for Staten Island Veterans
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority announced today that, beginning Monday, December 17, it will add a free transfer to the B70 bus from the S53 to provide Staten Island veterans access to the Brooklyn VA Hospital without having to pay an additional fare. Tuesday, December 11, 2012 - 06:00
Weekend at Work: December 7-10, 2012
<p>This weekend, we repaired tracks south of 167th Street on the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/d.png" alt="D Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> in the Bronx.</p>
Monday, December 10, 2012 - 06:00
Lost or Stolen MetroCard? File a Claim Online
The MTA is making it easier to file a claim if the 30-day unlimited MetroCard<sup>®</sup> or 7-day Express Bus Plus MetroCard you purchased with a credit or debit card at an MTA vending machine is ever lost or stolen. Wednesday, November 21, 2012 - 06:00
LIRR Restores Weekday & Weekend Electric Train Service on Long Beach Branch
LIRR Restores Weekday & Weekend Electric Train Service on Long Beach Branch Wednesday, November 21, 2012 - 06:00
Take a Ride on the Holiday Nostalgia Train!
It's back by popular demand! Subway customers can once again take a ride back in time between Queens and Lower Manhattan along the
<img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/m.png" alt="M Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> line through the holiday season.
Wednesday, November 21, 2012 - 06:00
Holiday Shopping at Grand Central Terminal
Grand Central Terminal: Your 1st Stop for Holiday Shopping Wednesday, November 21, 2012 - 06:00
Transit Museum Holiday Train Show
Transit Museum Holiday Train Show Tuesday, November 20, 2012 - 06:00
MTA Continues Work to Restore R Service Through the Montague Tube
The high winds and deep swirling waters generated by the most severe storm to ever hit the region drove hundreds of millions of gallons of salt water into the most vulnerable segments of the largest, most complex subway system in North America. The effects were devastating. Tuesday, November 20, 2012 - 06:00
Weekend at Work: November 16-19, 2012
<p>This weekend, we replaced concrete ties between Jamaica and Queens Village. More: <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/mtaphotos/sets/72157632053493184/">http://www.flickr.com/photos/mtaphotos/sets/72157632053493184/</a></p>
Monday, November 19, 2012 - 06:00
Free H Shuttle Provides Rockaway Service
Beginning Tuesday, Fare-Free H Shuttle Replaces Portion of A Line in Rockaways. Monday, November 19, 2012 - 06:00
MTA Boosts Employee Protection Program
The MTA has launched an ad campaign promoting a new program that offers rewards of up to $2,000 to transit riders or others who offer details to police after witnessing a crime against a transit employee. Saturday, November 10, 2012 - 06:00
LIRR Operates Regular Weekend Service
LIRR Operates Regular Weekend Service Saturday, November 10, 2012 - 06:00
One Lane At Hugh L. Carey Tunnel Reopens To Cars
One Lane At Hugh L. Carey Tunnel Reopens To Cars Saturday, November 10, 2012 - 06:00
LIRR Operating on Weekday Schedule with Some Canceled trains in the AM & PM Rush
LIRR Operating on Weekday Schedule with Some Canceled trains in the AM & PM Rush Saturday, November 10, 2012 - 06:00
Queens Midtown Tunnel Reopens to Truck Traffic
Queens Midtown Tunnel Reopens to Truck Traffic Saturday, November 10, 2012 - 06:00
Hugh L. Carey Tunnel Has Reopened 24/7
Hugh L. Carey Tunnel Has Reopened 24/7 Saturday, November 10, 2012 - 06:00
LIRR Operating Weekday Schedule
LIRR Operating Weekday Schedule Saturday, November 10, 2012 - 06:00
LIRR Restores Limited Weekday Train Service on Long Beach Branch
LIRR Restores Limited Weekday Train Service on Long Beach Branch Friday, November 9, 2012 - 06:00
MTA Restores 'L' Line Service to Manhattan
The MTA restored limited <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/l.png" alt="L Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> train service between Brooklyn and Manhattan Thursday afternoon after days of difficult work dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.
Friday, November 9, 2012 - 06:00
MTA Real-Time Bus Tracking Comes to the Bronx
The MTA's live bus tracking service, MTA Bus Time™, has expanded to all bus routes serving the Bronx. Friday, November 9, 2012 - 06:00
Service Emergency Proves Digital Displays' Value
The MTA's live bus tracking service, MTA Bus Time™, has expanded to all bus routes serving the Bronx. Friday, November 9, 2012 - 06:00
MTA Restores A to Howard Beach
The MTA to Restore A to Howard Beach; Add Connecting Bus Shuttle to the Rockaways Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - 07:00
New York City Transit's Wonder Train Car!
New York City Transit's Wonder Train Car! Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - 07:00
Transit Museum Launches Rockaway Relief Collection
Transit Museum Launches Rockaway Relief Collection Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Working to Restore Transit Service in Wake of Historic Storm Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - 07:00
Verrazano-Narrows Project Awarded
Verrazano-Narrows Project Awarded Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - 07:00
Chairman Lhota Testifies in Washington on Aid for Sandy Recovery
Chairman Lhota Testifies in Washington on Aid for Sandy Recovery Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - 07:00
R Service Extended to Whitehall Street
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo has announced that Broadway R service will be extended to Whitehall Street beginning at 6 a.m. Monday, December 3rd. Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - 07:00
Miss Subways Return via NY Transit Museum
Miss Subways Return via NY Transit Museum Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - 07:00
MTA's 'Weekender' App Comes to Android Devices
MTA's 'Weekender' App Comes to Android Devices Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - 07:00
Ride LIRR Free & Save Money Too on Tickets to Some of the Best Holiday Shows
Ride LIRR Free & Save Money Too on Tickets to Some of the Best Holiday Shows Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - 07:00
WiFi Advances in Grand Central Terminal
WiFi Advances in Grand Central Terminal Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - 07:00
Hugh L. Carey Tunnel Back To Normal Operation
Hugh L. Carey Tunnel Back To Normal Operation Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - 07:00
MTA's Vintage Bus Fleet to Hit the Road Again
MTA's Vintage Bus Fleet to Hit the Road Again Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - 07:00
LIRR Operates Full AM & PM Rush Hour Service Starting Monday, December 10
LIRR Operates Full AM & PM Rush Hour Service Starting Monday, December 10 Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Working to Restore Transit Service in Wake of Historic Storm Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - 07:00
Cashless Tolling at the Henry Hudson Bridge Begins
Cashless tolling is coming to the Henry Hudson Bridge toll plaza at 11 pm on Saturday, November 10. Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - 07:00
"Whispering Gallery" Renovations Complete
"Whispering Gallery" Renovations Complete Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - 07:00
Metro-North Touts Station Enhancement Program
Labor-management cooperation gets results at Bedford Hills and elsewhere as part of the railroad's new, interdepartmental effort to better maintain its stations on a regular schedule. Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - 07:00
LIRR Continues on Modified Schedule Friday, Nov. 9
Riverhead-Greenport Weekday Train Service Restored; Long Beach Branch Busing Expanded to Long Beach Station Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - 07:00
Metro-North Continues Repairs After Hurricane Sandy
Metro-North Continues Repairs After Hurricane Sandy Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - 07:00
Queens Midtown Tunnel Reopens
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced that the MTA's Queens Midtown Tunnel, which was flooded during Hurricane Sandy, will reopen for drivers in time for the Friday morning rush hour. Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - 07:00
QMT Will Have Three Lanes Into Manhattan For Morning Peak
QMT Will Have Three Lanes Into Manhattan For Morning Peak Sunday, October 28, 2012 - 07:00
MTA System-wide Shutdown Saturday, October 27, 2012 - 07:00
East Coast "Superstorm" Prompts Governor Cuomo to Direct MTA to Prepare for Service Suspensions
Eyeing the possibility that Hurricane Sandy will continue on its path toward the New York City metropolitan area, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today directed the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) to begin planning for an orderly suspension of all subway, bus and commuter railroad service. Saturday, October 27, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Bridges & Tunnels Prepared For Storm
MTA Crossings Remain Open Sunday Friday, October 26, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Prepares for Hurricane Sandy
Customers are urged to monitor mta.info, media outlets and call 511 for latest transportation information. Thursday, October 25, 2012 - 07:00
New York City's Subway Turns 108
October 27th marks the 108th anniversary of the opening of New York City's subway, and since the first Interborough Rapid Transit (IRT) train rolled uptown, the subway has become the essence of a growing city, nourishing skyscrapers, developing residential neighborhoods and just shortening the time it takes to get around. Wednesday, October 24, 2012 - 07:00
Battery Tunnel Renamed For Governor Hugh Carey
MTA Chairman and CEO Joseph J. Lhota, Lt. Gov. Robert Duffy, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, past and present elected officials and 27 members of the Carey family attended a ceremony formally renaming the Brooklyn-Battery Tunnel in honor of the late Gov. Hugh L. Carey. Wednesday, October 24, 2012 - 07:00
Metro-North Railroad Hosts Community Blood Drive
Convenient Location in Grand Central Makes it Even Easier to Give Monday, October 22, 2012 - 07:00
Weekend at Work: October 19-22, 2012
<p>This weekend, we replaced switches in Hicksville, where the LIRR's Port Jefferson Branch and Ronkonkoma Branch merge, and rehabilitated tracks on the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/7.png" alt="7 Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> subway line between Grand Central and Vernon Jackson, at Court Square, and at Queensboro Plaza.</p>
Friday, October 19, 2012 - 07:00
Fastrack Returns to the 8th Avenue Line
<img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/1.png" alt="1 Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/2.png" alt="2 Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/3.png" alt="3 Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> trains resumed their normal routes this morning after completion of MTA New York City Transit's latest round of 'FASTRACK' closures along the Broadway/7th Avenue Line.
Monday, October 15, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Announces Proposals for Fare and Toll Increases
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has unveiled proposals that would increase fares and tolls to raise additional, vitally needed revenue to support the New York region's transportation system. Monday, October 15, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Announces Proposals for Fare Increases
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has unveiled proposals that would increase fares and tolls to raise additional, vitally needed revenue to support the New York region's transportation system. Monday, October 15, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Announces Proposals for Fare Increases
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has unveiled proposals that would increase fares and tolls to raise additional, vitally needed revenue to support the New York region's transportation system. Monday, October 15, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Announces Proposals for Fare Increases
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has unveiled proposals that would increase fares and tolls to raise additional, vitally needed revenue to support the New York region's transportation system. Friday, October 12, 2012 - 07:00
FASTRACK Returning to the 1, 2 and 3 Lines Wednesday, October 10, 2012 - 07:00
Nostalgia Train for Yankee Fans
Fans choosing the smart way to travel to the Yankees first home American League Divisional Series (ALDS) playoff game against the Baltimore Orioles will get the chance to travel back in time by riding a vintage IRT train that first hit the rails a few years before the original stadium first opened its doors. Monday, October 8, 2012 - 07:00
Cashless Tolling Starting At Henry Hudson Bridge Monday, October 8, 2012 - 07:00
New Cables for Metro-North's Harlem River Lift Bridge Sunday, October 7, 2012 - 07:00
Front-Facing Advertising Debuts on MetroCards
MetroCards displaying a front-facing advertisement went on sale for the first time in early October. Friday, October 5, 2012 - 07:00
New Dey Street Entrance Opens
Customers in Lower Manhattan will enjoy a new amenity as the MTA opens the Dey Street entrance on the 45 lines on Monday, October 8 at 6:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 3, 2012 - 07:00
LIRR Station Waiting Room Hours Expanded
Pilot Program Extending Hours at 41 Stations Resulted from Collaborative Effort between the Railroad and LIRR Commuters Council Wednesday, October 3, 2012 - 07:00
Building 300 New Subway Cars, Creating Jobs Wednesday, October 3, 2012 - 07:00
LIRR Opens New High-Tech Train Wash
LIRR officially opens its new $25.5 million, state-of-the-art train wash facility located in the Village of Babylon. Monday, October 1, 2012 - 07:00
Trip Planner+ Now Shows Real Time Service Info
The MTA's TripPlanner+ now gives you real-time information about any service disruptions that could affect the subways, buses or railroad trains you'd need to use on your trip. Monday, October 1, 2012 - 07:00
Metro-North is Adding 79 Trains Each Week!
With the new October 14, 2012 timetable, train service on weekends and off-peak periods will get a big boost with the addition of 79 trains each week. Friday, September 28, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Announces Proposals for Toll Increases
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has unveiled proposals that would increase fares and tolls to raise additional, vitally needed revenue to support the New York region's transportation system. Friday, September 28, 2012 - 07:00
BW Bronx Approach Project Completed Early
The $212 million Capital project to reconstruct the Bronx approach roadway at the Bronx-Whitestone Bridge, providing drivers with wider 12-foot lanes and new safety shoulders, is now complete with work finishing two months ahead of schedule. Thursday, September 27, 2012 - 07:00
Second Avenue Subway Casting Call Thursday, September 27, 2012 - 07:00
Subway Night Map 2.0 Thursday, September 27, 2012 - 07:00
Special Archive Photos Part of City Exhibit
Photos from the Bridges and Tunnels Special Archive collection taken as the Verrazano-Narrows was being built are part of a new exhibit at the Museum of the City of New York entitled "From Farm to City: Staten Island 1661-2012." Tuesday, September 25, 2012 - 07:00
Traffic Signal Priority Pilot on M15 SBS
With a goal of further improving speeds and efficiency along Select Bus Service (SBS) corridors, the MTA is launching a Traffic Signal Priority (TSP) system pilot on the M15 SBS route. MTA New York City Transit is seeking Board approval for this contract. Tuesday, September 25, 2012 - 07:00
Sports and Subways Just Go Together
With a goal of further improving speeds and efficiency along Select Bus Service (SBS) corridors, the MTA is launching a Traffic Signal Priority (TSP) system pilot on the M15 SBS route. MTA New York City Transit is seeking Board approval for this contract. Tuesday, September 25, 2012 - 07:00
New Transfer Opens at Bleecker Street
The new transfer between the Bleecker Street <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/6.png" alt="6 Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> Station uptown platform and the Broadway-Lafayette Street <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/b.png" alt="B Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/d.png" alt="D Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/f.png" alt="F Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/m.png" alt="M Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> Station is now open.
Monday, September 24, 2012 - 07:00
Customers Report Satisfaction with MTA Services
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) today released results from its annual series of customer satisfaction surveys conducted for all MTA services. Monday, September 24, 2012 - 07:00
Survey: 93% of Metro-North Customers Are Satisfied
Satisfaction Rebounds in 2012; Ties Highest Rating Ever Monday, September 24, 2012 - 07:00
LIRR Customer Satisfaction Jumps 8 Percentage Points in 2012 Survey
Eighty-six percent of Long Island Rail Road customers say they're satisfied or very satisfied with the commuter line's overall performance in 2012, an 8 percentage point improvement over last year when major storms and service reductions impacted customer satisfaction. Monday, September 24, 2012 - 07:00
2012 Survey Shows 85 Percent Satisfied With B&T
Customer satisfaction at MTA Bridges and Tunnels' seven bridges and two tunnels rose five percentage points to 85 percent in 2012 thanks to increases in safety and security, road signs and road conditions. Monday, September 24, 2012 - 07:00
Weekend at Work - September 21 - 23, 2012 Monday, September 24, 2012 - 07:00
Weekend at Work - October 6 - 7, 2012 Friday, September 21, 2012 - 07:00
Help Points Coming to 102 Subway Stations
Help Points Coming to 102 Subway Stations Thursday, September 20, 2012 - 07:00
Sandhogs Join LIRR's New Manhattan Tunnel to Its New Queens Tunnels
Sandhogs working on the East Side Access megaproject -; the largest transportation infrastructure construction project in the nation -; have broken through the final piece of reinforced concrete separating newly built tunnels in Queens from newly built tunnels in Manhattan. Wednesday, September 19, 2012 - 07:00
LIRR Adding Extra Late Night Train Service for Fans Leaving New Barclays Center
MTA Long Island Rail Road is adding trains to its late-night, eastbound schedule from Atlantic Terminal in Brooklyn to serve customers heading home after major sports and entertainment events at the new Barclays Center. Monday, September 17, 2012 - 07:00
Weekend at Work: September 14-;17 2012
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In Manhattan this weekend, we repaired track north of 47-50 Sts on the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/b.png" alt="B Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/d.png" alt="D Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/f.png" alt="F Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/m.png" alt="M Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> Line and south of 14 St-Union Square on the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/n.png" alt="N Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/q.png" alt="Q Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/r.png" alt="R Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> Line. In Brooklyn, we repaired track on the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/3.png" alt="3 Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> Line at New Lots Av and at the Pitkin Yard where we store <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/a.png" alt="A Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> and <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/c.png" alt="C Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> trains.</p>
Friday, September 14, 2012 - 07:00
Harlem Globetrotters Say, 'LIRR Is the Way to See Us Play at Barclays Center in Brooklyn'
For the world famous Harlem Globetrotters, it was "All aboard!" MTA Long Island Rail Road to tell Long Islanders that the LIRR is the best way get to the new Barclays Center in Brooklyn to see the team entertain on Sunday, October 7 at 5 PM. Thursday, September 13, 2012 - 07:00
New Subway Transportation Chief Named
Herbert E. Lambert, with more than 30 years of service in MTA New York City Transit's Department of Subways, has been named to the position of Chief Transportation Officer, Rapid Transit Operations. Thursday, September 13, 2012 - 07:00
Additional Safety Measures Implemented on 72nd Street
Review of the August 21 incident has been completed and blasting will resume on 72nd Street at Second Avenue Subway Site. Tuesday, September 11, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Staten Island Railway is looking for Conductors
MTA Staten Island Railway has an exam filing for Conductor. <a href="http://www.mta.info/nyct/hr/appexam.htm">Click here to learn more</a>
Monday, September 10, 2012 - 07:00
We're Holding Four Community Forums in the Bronx
In cooperation with the Bronx Borough President's Office, MTA Metro-North Railroad is hosting information sessions regarding a proposal to introduce railroad service in the east Bronx along Amtrak's right-of-way. Monday, September 10, 2012 - 07:00
Damaged on 9/11, NYC Transit Bus a Restored Phoenix of Red, White and Blue
MTA New York City Transit express coach 2185 is a living tribute to 9/11 responders and the MTA's determination to rebuild in the wake of the terrorist attacks. Monday, September 10, 2012 - 07:00
Take the LIRR to U.S. Open Tennis Men's Finals
The LIRR is providing service to the U.S. Open Tennis Men's Finals today (Sept. 10) with trains stopping at Mets-Willets Point Station, which is just a short walk to the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. Friday, September 7, 2012 - 07:00
Another Round of 'FASTRACK' Completed on the Lexington Ave. Line
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An army of maintenance workers wrapped up yet another successful <em>FASTRACK </em>effort completing an ambitious schedule of work.</p>
<p>Click <a href="http://www.mta.info/nyct/service/fastrack/456_index.html">here</a> for more information.</p>
Friday, September 7, 2012 - 07:00
Oldest MTA New York City Transit Subway Cars Getting Their Final Makeover
Maintenance on our R32s cars will keep them on the rails until new R179 cars are delivered. Thursday, September 6, 2012 - 07:00
LIRR & Metro-North Extend Ticket Validity & Refund Periods
Effective September 4, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority extended the validity of one-way and round-trip tickets on the Long Island Rail Road and Metro-North Railroad from 14 days to 60 days. Thursday, September 6, 2012 - 07:00
Metro-North & LIRR Extend Ticket Validity & Refund Periods
Effective September 4, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority extended the validity of one-way and round-trip tickets on the Long Island Rail Road and Metro-North Railroad from 14 days to 60 days. Thursday, September 6, 2012 - 07:00
IND Subway Line Turns 80
If you wanted to catch the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/a.png" alt="A Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> train on September 9th, 1932, you would have been out of luck. It started running a day later. That's right, the Eighth Avenue Subway, at times also known as the Independent, IND or Municipal Subway, celebrates 80 years of operation on September 10th.
Wednesday, September 5, 2012 - 07:00
E-ZPass 'On-the-Go': 100,000 Sold In Cash Lanes
Sales of E-ZPass 'On-the-Go' tags at MTA's seven bridges and two tunnels reached a milestone figure on Sept. 4th, topping more than 100,000 tags sold since June 2011. Tuesday, September 4, 2012 - 07:00
Weekend at Work: Aug. 31-;Sept. 4, 2012
<p>This Labor Day weekend, we replaced track panels on the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/2.png" alt="2 Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/5.png" alt="5 Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> Line in the Bronx and repaired tracks and switches on the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/f.png" alt="F Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> Line in Queens and on the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/n.png" alt="N Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/q.png" alt="Q Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/r.png" alt="R Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> at Union Square.</p>
Monday, September 3, 2012 - 07:00
Select Bus Service has arrived on S79
The distinctively wrapped Select Bus Service or SBS buses began providing passenger service along the S79 Sunday, ushering in a new type of service for Staten Island. Friday, August 31, 2012 - 07:00
Select Bus Service Coming to Staten Island
New Select Bus Service will bring dedicated bus lanes to Hylan Boulevard's S79 line as well as other bus routes along the boulevard. Thursday, August 30, 2012 - 07:00
Lexington Ave. Line to be "FASTRACKed"
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Beginning Monday, September 3, segments of the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/4.png" alt="4 Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/5.png" alt="5 Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/6.png" alt="6 Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> lines will be shut down from 10 p.m. until 5 a.m., suspending all Lexington Avenue Line service between Grand Central-42nd Street and Atlantic Avenue in both directions for three consecutive weeknights.</p>
Thursday, August 30, 2012 - 07:00
LIRR's eTicket Sales Test a Big Hit With Customers
Online Test Conducted with L.I. Tech Firm CooCoo Shows Customers Like Mobile Ticketing Option Thursday, August 30, 2012 - 07:00
New LIRR Schedules Take Effect Sept. 4
Changes Include Service Restorations on the Ronkonkoma & Huntington Branches & Improved Service to Atlantic Terminal and Barclay's Center Arena in Brooklyn Thursday, August 30, 2012 - 07:00
Trash Can Free Station Pilot Expands
Due to positive results shown over the past several months, MTA New York City Transit is expanding the pilot program to remove trash cans from stations. Monday, August 27, 2012 - 07:00
Weekend at Work: August 24-;27, 2012
<p>This weekend, we replaced tracks and switches on the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/3.png" alt="3 Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> Line in Brooklyn.</p>
Thursday, August 23, 2012 - 07:00
Payroll Mobility Tax Vital to Region's Economy Thursday, August 23, 2012 - 07:00
Easy Ride to World's Toughest Tennis
Whether you're pulling for Federer or Murray, Serena or Maria, there's no easier way to the U.S. Open than taking the train. Thursday, August 23, 2012 - 07:00
LIRR Offers Frequent Service to U.S. Open Tennis
Tennis, anyone? The LIRR is providing frequent service to the U.S. Open Tennis with trains stopping at Mets-Willets Point Station, which is just a short walk to the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. Thursday, August 23, 2012 - 07:00
Payroll Mobility Tax Vital to Region's Economy Thursday, August 23, 2012 - 07:00
Payroll Mobility Tax Vital to Region's Economy Wednesday, August 22, 2012 - 07:00
Verrazano Employees' Actions Saved Man's Life
A group of employees from the Verrazano-Narrows are credited with saving the life of a man who passed out in his car in the facility parking lot after suffering an apparent heart episode. Wednesday, August 22, 2012 - 07:00
Initial Findings Released in 2nd Ave Subway Explosion Investigation
While the MTA continues its rigorous investigation, here are some preliminary findings: Monday, August 20, 2012 - 07:00
A Weekend at Work: August 17-20, 2012
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Knickerbocker Avenue M Station to Close for Rehab
MTA New York City Transit announces the renewal of five stations on the Myrtle Avenue <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/m.png" alt="M Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> line set to begin with Knickerbocker Avenue.
Friday, August 17, 2012 - 07:00
Historic Tarrytown Station Building Offered For Lease
The building is in tip-top shape after renovation and available for rent under a competitive bidding process. Friday, August 17, 2012 - 07:00
LIRR's Extra Service is Easiest Way to See Barclays PGA TOUR
Go Green to the Black at Bethpage State Park August 21-26 on the LIRR. Friday, August 10, 2012 - 07:00
A Weekend at Work: August 11-12, 2012
Work in Brooklyn, Manhattan and the Bronx included pouring new concrete and repairing tracks as well as structural work repairing station columns. Friday, August 10, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Storm Preparations
In preparation for the possibility of heavy rains and high winds this weekend, the MTA is making the following preparations: Thursday, August 9, 2012 - 07:00
Enjoy Governors Island
If you have yet to visit historic Governors Island……well, you should. Thursday, August 9, 2012 - 07:00
Henry Hudson Bridge Navigation Lights Shine
The red and green "Star Wars" looking lights emanating from beneath the Henry Hudson Bridge may seem like an attempt to reach out to other-worldly beings but they are actually navigation lights required by the U.S. Coast Guard to help guide maritime traffic.
Wednesday, August 8, 2012 - 07:00
Buy LIRR Tickets Online for The Barclays at Bethpage Black
For the first time, LIRR customers are able to buy their train tickets online and print them out or display it on a smart phone under a new pilot program with CooCoo. Monday, August 6, 2012 - 07:00
A New Option Continues for Access-A-Ride Customers
MTA New York City Transit's Paratransit Division has extended its pilot program for Access-A-Ride (AAR) customers to use a pre-paid Chase Visa Card to pay for yellow taxi service on regularly scheduled, pre-planned trips. Friday, August 3, 2012 - 07:00
Building a Subway Line on Second Avenue: It's Really a Blast!
Work continues on the Second Avenue Subway as we inch closer to the December 2016 completion date. Watch how we're blasting our way through Manhattan schist to create the future 72nd Street station. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ovdbSemvRLw">Click here to watch the video.</a>
Friday, August 3, 2012 - 07:00
Photographer O. Winston Link Part of B&T History
Famed photographer O. Winston Link may be better known for his 1950's black and white photographs of steam powered railroad cars but he also played an important role at Bridges and Tunnels, chronicling its bridges throughout the 1960s. Wednesday, August 1, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Re-Opens A,C Station Mezzanine Connection to Southbound J,Z Platform at Fulton Street Station
The MTA has re-opened the connection between the Fulton Street <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/a.png" alt="A Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/c.png" alt="C Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> Station mezzanine and the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/j.png" alt="J Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/z.png" alt="Z Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> Station southbound platform to the public.
Wednesday, August 1, 2012 - 07:00
The MTA and the Yankees Honor Bus Operator Steve St. Bernard
Nothing against Yankees centerfielder Curtis Granderson, but on Monday, July 16th, it was New York City Transit Bus Operator Stephen St. Bernard who made the catch of a lifetime. Wednesday, August 1, 2012 - 07:00
Emergency Repairs Will Soon Begin on Grand Central Viaduct
Metro-North Railroad has initiated an emergency repair project to rebuild and reinforce the Grand Central Terminal viaduct, which was damaged by a wayward truck on Tuesday. Wednesday, August 1, 2012 - 07:00
Rehabilitation of Seven West End D Line Stations in Brooklyn Now Complete
This week, the MTA marked the completion of work to rehabilitate seven stations along the West End <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/d.png" alt="D Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> Line in Brooklyn with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Bay Parkway Station.
Tuesday, July 31, 2012 - 07:00
15th Annual Chairman's Safety Awards Recipients Announced
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) recognized agency-wide contributions to a safer work environment at the 15th annual Chairman’s Safety Awards earlier this week. Tuesday, July 31, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Seeks Proposals to Manage 65,000 Sq. Ft. of Retail Space at Fulton Center
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is seeking proposals from experienced developers and retail operators for the long-term master leasing of the Fulton Center. Monday, July 30, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Wins With Apple Store
The addition of the Apple Store to Grand Central is the latest step in the ongoing rejuvenation of Grand Central that was fostered by MTA Metro-North Railroad’s rehabilitation of the Terminal in the 1990s. Friday, July 27, 2012 - 07:00
'FASTRACK' Wraps Up Week on 6th Avenue Line
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<p>Once again, hundreds of Transit workers inspected, repaired, maintained, cleaned and painted subway infrastructure in stations and tunnels between 59th Street-Columbus Circle and West 4th Street.</p>
Wednesday, July 25, 2012 - 07:00
Tunnel Boring Completed on All MTA Megaprojects
Seven Machines Have Dug 13 Miles of New Tunnels Under New York City Tuesday, July 24, 2012 - 07:00
Transit Bureau Beefs up Patrols
Responding to an increase in subway crimes, specifically robbery, the NYPD Transit Bureau is stepping up enforcement by placing uniformed officers on board trains during overnight hours. Tuesday, July 24, 2012 - 07:00
Four Tense Hours Results In Heroic Rescue At VN By Bridge and Tunnel Officer
Bridge and Tunnel Officer Eddie N. Fung spent four hours trying to keep a despondent man from jumping off the upper level of the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge -; and succeeded. Yet he doesn't consider himself a hero. Tuesday, July 24, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Budget Remains Balanced, But Long-Term Challenges Persist
The MTA has released its 2013 Preliminary Budget and July Financial Plan for 2013-2016. The budget remains balanced, but long-term challenges persist. Monday, July 23, 2012 - 07:00
NYC Transit Eagle Team Set to Patrol Local Buses
In an effort to reduce incidents of fare evasion on MTA New York City Transit buses, the NYC Transit Department of Security is increasing the Eagle Team force to deploy enforcement personnel along problem bus routes. Friday, July 20, 2012 - 07:00
'FASTRACK' Returning to B D F M Lines
<p>New York City Transit is bringing FASTRACK back to the 6th Ave. Line on Monday, July 23. The <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/b.png" alt="B Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/d.png" alt="D Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/f.png" alt="F Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/m.png" alt="M Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> lines will be shut down from 10 p.m. until 5 a.m., suspending service between 59th Street-Columbus Circle and West 4th Street in Manhattan in both directions for four consecutive weeknights.</p>
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Thursday, July 19, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Announces Service Investments
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The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is adding and extending service on almost 40 bus, subway and commuter rail lines to better serve its customers.</p>
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Thursday, July 19, 2012 - 07:00
LIRR Announces Service Investments
The LIRR announced a series of service enhancements that will provide increased off-peak Ronkonkoma Branch service, added rush hour trains on the Montauk, Long Beach and Port Jefferson Branches, extension of late-night Atlantic Terminal service, and added evening service on the Montauk Branch. Thursday, July 19, 2012 - 07:00
Metro-North to Add 230 New Trains a Week
Metro-North is making service investments in new weekend and off-peak trains to accommodate growing ridership. It's the largest service expansion since the railroad's inception in 1983. Wednesday, July 18, 2012 - 07:00
Want to Reach a Big Audience? Advertise on MetroCards
We are relaunching our program that allows advertisers to <a href="http://mta.info/nyct/AdvertiseonMetroCard.html">buy space on MetroCard<sup>®</sup></a>.
Tuesday, July 17, 2012 - 07:00
Hero Bus Operator Saves Girl Falling From Window
Another day...another hero. This time, 10-year veteran bus operator Steve St. Bernard comes to the rescue saving a girl falling from a window Monday afternoon in Brooklyn. Monday, July 16, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Mobile Website Now Faster, Easier and More Clear
We've enhanced the functionality and clarified the design of <a href="http://m.mta.info/">m.mta.info</a> our website for customers using mobile devices.
Monday, July 16, 2012 - 07:00
Weekend at Work: July 13-16 on the D Line
<p>This weekend, we rehabilitated tracks on the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/d.png" alt="D Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> Line in Brooklyn.</p>
Thursday, July 12, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Metro-North Railroad To Test Smartphone Ticketing This Summer
Images on screens of iPhones, Androids and Blackberries will let people buy their train tickets anywhere, anytime and never have to hold a piece of paper! Thursday, July 12, 2012 - 07:00
Grand Central Terminal's "Whispering Gallery" To Be Renovated
Don't Worry: Acoustical anomaly will not be affected while Metro-North repairs the ceiling tiles in Grand Central Terminal's famous "whispering gallery." Thursday, July 12, 2012 - 07:00
All Metro-North peak hour trains now have a Quiet Car!
The LAST car on all AM peak trains and the FIRST car on all PM peak trains are for customers who don’t want to hear cell phones, loud conversations, beeps, buzzes or oddball ringtones. Wednesday, July 11, 2012 - 07:00
A MetroCard<sup>®</sup> or Train Ticket for Your Thoughts
Want to help improve your commute? We are looking for customers who will register to complete online surveys up to several times a year. Wednesday, July 11, 2012 - 07:00
Doing the Right Thing: Bus Operator Returns Lost Wallet to Customer
When Elisabeth Ponsot left her wallet aboard a QM6 earlier this week, she thought she would never see it again. Luckily, she regularly rides a bus operated by Paul Liguori. Monday, July 9, 2012 - 07:00
Weekend at Work: July 6-9 2012
<p>This weekend, we replaced sections of track at 125 St on the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/4.png" alt="4 Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/5.png" alt="5 Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/6.png" alt="6 Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> Line and along the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/d.png" alt="D Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> Line in Brooklyn.</p>
Saturday, July 7, 2012 - 07:00
Swipe Your MetroCard<sup>®</sup> and Enjoy Randall's Island
Swipe your MetroCard<sup>®</sup> and hop on a <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/4.png" alt="4 Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/5.png" alt="5 Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/6.png" alt="6 Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> train to 125th Street and transfer for the M35 to Randall's Island.
Thursday, July 5, 2012 - 07:00
Summer Scorcher: Time to Hit the Beach!
The dog days of summer are here, and there's no better time to swipe your MetroCard<sup>®</sup> and head to the beach...and you have plenty of options.
Thursday, July 5, 2012 - 07:00
'FASTRACK' Returning to the Eighth Avenue Line
Beginning Monday July 9 and running for four consecutive weeknights, the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/a.png" alt="A Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/c.png" alt="C Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/e.png" alt="E Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> Lines will be affected from 10 p.m. until 5 a.m., suspending Eighth Avenue service between 59th Street-Columbus Circle and Jay Street-MetroTech in both directions.
Thursday, July 5, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Police Officer John Barnett Released from Hospital
Greeted by fellow officers, MTA Police officer John Barnett leaves Jamaica Hospital Thursday. Monday, July 2, 2012 - 07:00
Weekend at Work: June 29-July 2 2012
<p>This weekend, we replaced panels of track in Brooklyn, on the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/b.png" alt="B Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/q.png" alt="Q Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> Line, and near Central Av on the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/m.png" alt="M Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> Line.</p>
Monday, July 2, 2012 - 07:00
New Artwork at Avenue U Honored as Best Public Artwork in USA
The art installation at the Avenue U station on the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/q.png" alt="Q Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> Line was named one of the best public artworks in the United States at the 2012 Americans for the Arts Convention held in June. <a href="http://flic.kr/s/aHsjAnsoTo">Click here for photos of the artwork.</a>
Monday, July 2, 2012 - 07:00
Nearly 65,000 Sold! That's E-ZPass 'On-the-Go' Tags, Not Burgers
In the year since the program to sell E-ZPass<sup>®</sup> 'On-the-Go' tags in cash lane began, nearly 65,000 tags have been sold, with most sold in just the last three months after the program was expanded to include all nine MTA crossings.
Monday, July 2, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Police Officer Stabbed: Suspect Shot And Killed
An officer with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority Police Department was stabbed Wednesday while on patrol at the Jamaica Station of the Long Island Rail Road while attempting to disarm an emotionally disturbed man holding a knife. Friday, June 29, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Bus Time<sup style="font-size:70%;">®</sup> Coming to the B61
Beginning July 1st, MTA Bus Time<sup style="font-size:70%;">®</sup> will be available to customers who ride the B61 in Brooklyn.
Friday, June 29, 2012 - 07:00
FASTRACK Completed on 1 2 3 Lines
MTA New York City Transit completed another round of FASTRACK work on June 29. Hundreds of workers were busy in tunnels and stations performing a four-night blitz of inspections, repairs and maintenance jobs, as well as cleaning and painting. Friday, June 29, 2012 - 07:00
LIRR Employees Reunite Customer with Lost Engagement Ring
The quick action and team work of two MTA Long Island Rail Road employees resulted in a customer being reunited with her two-carat, sapphire and diamond engagement ring that was lost on a morning rush hour train. Thursday, June 28, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Music Under New York Artists to Perform at Free Summer Concert Series
Catch the best musicians the MTA has to offer all summer long starting July 4. Tuesday, June 26, 2012 - 07:00
The Rockaways Whimsical Little Bridge Turns 75
The Marine Parkway-Gil Hodges Memorial Bridge, which sparked the growth of the Rockaways and turned an isolated area into a recreational destination, is turning 75 on July 3rd. Monday, June 25, 2012 - 07:00
Free WiFi Through September at Six Subway Stations
Free WiFi is available through September 7 in six subway stations in Manhattan's Chelsea neighborhood. Friday, June 22, 2012 - 07:00
'FASTRACK' Back on the 1 2 3 Lines
The Broadway/Seventh Avenue corridor is next up for 'FASTRACK'. For four consecutive weeknights beginning Monday, June 25th, more than 800 maintenance workers will replace, inspect, repair, paint and clean subway infrastructure on the line segment between 34th Street-Penn Station and Atlantic Avenue-Barclays Center. Friday, June 22, 2012 - 07:00
The MTA Proudly Introduces the Flexibles
Teachers and first grade students at the Speyer Legacy School made a special request. Wednesday, June 20, 2012 - 07:00
New Series of Posters Warn Customers to Stay Back from the Platform Edge
The posters (car cards) have begun appearing in subway cars this week, rotating through three different themes. Wednesday, June 20, 2012 - 07:00
Bridges and Tunnels Introduces New MTA EZTravel App
Want to know how traffic is moving at MTA crossings or how long it will take to reach a connecting highway? The information is just a tap away with Bridges and Tunnels' new MTA EZTravel app, now available for free download at the Apple store. Wednesday, June 20, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Seeking Company to Manage Columbus Circle Retail
In a move to more effectively manage its real estate portfolio, the MTA is accepting proposals from real estate companies seeking to master lease the 13-store retail concourse at the recently renovated 59 St-Columbus Circle subway complex. Tuesday, June 19, 2012 - 07:00
Beating the Heat
A heat wave slated to hit the metropolitan area can impact your commute if the MTA must reduce power consumption as required by contracts with our power suppliers. Monday, June 18, 2012 - 07:00
MetroCard<sup>®</sup> and Baseball: Perfect Together
Minor league baseball is back as the Brooklyn Cyclones and the Staten Island Yankees are back in action. Use your MetroCard to get to the ballpark for affordable minor league baseball and some breathtaking ocean views. Friday, June 15, 2012 - 07:00
Another Productive Round of FASTRACK Completed Along the Lexington Avenue Line
Friday morning saw the wrap-up of another successful and productive round of FASTRACK. Friday, June 15, 2012 - 07:00
Real Time Travel Signs Are a Hit With Customers
Motorists appreciate real time travel and traffic information. Thursday, June 14, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Receives Award for 'On the Go!' Touch-Screen Travel Stations
New technology...another award! Wednesday, June 13, 2012 - 07:00
Great One-Day LI Getaways
The LIRR is introducing four new Long Island Getaways to its lineup of over 20 escorted sightseeing tours, travel packages and deals available through the summer offering discounts galore. Monday, June 11, 2012 - 07:00
'The Weekender' Is Now an iPhone App
Now you can get updated weekend subway service diversions right on your iPhone. Saturday, June 9, 2012 - 07:00
MTA LIRR Gets You to the Puerto Rican Day Parade Sunday June 10
Alcoholic Beverages Prohibited at Stations, Platforms and Trains. Friday, June 8, 2012 - 07:00
More Trains Added to the L Line
MTA New York City Transit announced today the addition of 98 weekly round trips on the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/l.png" alt="L Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> Line.
Friday, June 8, 2012 - 07:00
Air Quality Data for Second Avenue Subway Construction Now Posted Online
Metropolitan Transportation Authority Capital Construction has posted additional Second Avenue Subway air quality monitoring data on the MTA website. Wednesday, June 6, 2012 - 07:00
Enterprise Shuttles Beneath Several MTA Bridges
A historic journey for the space shuttle that will permanently call New York home. Wednesday, June 6, 2012 - 07:00
Assemblywoman Sandy Galef and colleagues Honor Metro-North
for the outstanding achievements of being the first American railroad to win the coveted International Brunel Award. Monday, June 4, 2012 - 07:00
Seven New Peregrine Chicks Call MTA Bridges Home
Talk about a room with a view! Seven new peregrine falcon chicks are living in their parents' nesting boxes high atop three MTA bridges Monday, June 4, 2012 - 07:00
LIRR Running Extra Trains to See Triple Crown Bid at Belmont
The MTA Long Island Rail Road has your ticket to see history in the making as Triple Crown contender "I'll Have Another" makes his run for the 144th Belmont Stakes this coming Saturday, June 9. Thursday, May 31, 2012 - 07:00
25 Performers and Groups Win Entry into MTA's Music Under New York
Congratulations to all our winners! Twenty-five individuals and groups had been accepted into the Music Under New York (MUNY) program after performing at the program's 25th annual auditions held on May 16. Wednesday, May 30, 2012 - 07:00
East Side Access Completes Third Queens Tunnel Ahead of Schedule
Third Tunnel of Four Underneath Sunnyside Yard Completed in Nine Weeks Tuesday, May 29, 2012 - 07:00
LIRR Launches Summer Service to LI's East End
Whether your destination is the Hamptons or Montauk Point on the South Fork or such North Fork destinations as Mattituck and Greenport, the LIRR is dedicated to making the journey convenient and comfortable, while you save time, money and energy getting there. Tuesday, May 29, 2012 - 07:00
MetroCard Bus/Van at a Location Near You
MTA New York City Transit wants customers to know that there are two kinds of traveling MetroCard Service Centers: the MetroCard Bus and the MetroCard Van. Both vehicles make regularly scheduled stops in all five boroughs each month. Tuesday, May 29, 2012 - 07:00
Presley Law Enforcement Award
Bridge and Tunnel Officer Anthony Presley was honored by Kings County District Attorney Charles J. Hynes at his annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Day Awards. Friday, May 25, 2012 - 07:00
Paint Project Underway On Bronx Side of Throgs Neck
Have you seen the oversized white cocoon enveloping the Throgs Neck Bridge near Ferry Point in the Bronx? Friday, May 25, 2012 - 07:00
Historic, Just-Restored Waiting Room Offered for Rent at Poughkeepsie Train Station
MTA Metro-North Railroad hopes to attract a restaurant tenant to the historic Poughkeepsie Station, which has undergone $40 million in restoration and passenger facility improvements. Friday, May 25, 2012 - 07:00
LIRR Getaways to World-Class Beaches on LI
The LIRR offers money-saving special Beach Getaways to 12 of Long Island's finest beaches -; including Jones Beach State Park, Long Beach and an assortment of Fire Island beaches to suit everyone's tastes. Friday, May 25, 2012 - 07:00
Weekend at Work: June 22-25, 2012
<p>This weekend, we rehabilitated in the Bronx and Brooklyn and four stations on the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/1.png" alt="1 Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> Line.</p>
Thursday, May 24, 2012 - 07:00
Two Officers Who Saved the Lives of Three
The MTA honored two police officers for saving the lives of three Long Islanders in April. Monday, May 21, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Seeking Two New Restaurants for Grand Central
For 15 years, the value of real estate in Grand Central Terminal has soared four-fold, and now, as the building prepares to turn 100 years old, the MTA has created two large new spaces to lease for the first time ever. The spaces are envisioned for sit-down restaurants. Monday, May 21, 2012 - 07:00
Subway Elevator and Escalator Reliability Continues to Improve
Elevator reliability is at 98.1 percent during the first quarter in 2012, up from 96.7 percent in 2010. Escalator reliability is at 96.2 percent, up from 91.6 percent in 2010. Monday, May 21, 2012 - 07:00
Staten Island Bus Customers To Get SBS
In a continuation of the ongoing effort to improve and upgrade bus travel throughout the City, the MTA will roll out Select Bus Service (SBS) along the S79 this September. Friday, May 18, 2012 - 07:00
MTA's Eagle Team
This week, New York City Transit's Eagle Team members were presented with a 2011 Unit Citation for the excellent work they performed throughout the year. Wednesday, May 16, 2012 - 07:00
LIRR Recognizes Charter Members of Mail&Ride
During the bustle of the evening commute at Penn Station, LIRR President Helena Williams recognized two 37-year, charter members of Mail&Ride -; the LIRR's widely-popular monthly ticket home-delivery service. Wednesday, May 16, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Holds 25th Annual Auditions for Music Under New York
The sound of harmonious voices and musical instruments from across the globe echoed into the granite halls of Grand Central today as the MTA held its 25th annual auditions for its Music Under New York program. Monday, May 14, 2012 - 07:00
Toll Booths Get Makeover In MTA Blue
Taking a page from the past, 150 toll booths at all nine MTA crossings will once again be a uniform color, MTA blue. Monday, May 14, 2012 - 07:00
FASTRACK Returns to the Sixth Avenue Line
MTA New York City Transit is bringing FASTRACK back to the Sixth Avenue Line. Beginning Monday, May 14, the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/b.png" alt="B Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/d.png" alt="D Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/f.png" alt="F Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/m.png" alt="M Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> Lines will be shut down from 10 p.m. until 5 a.m.
Monday, May 14, 2012 - 07:00
Weekend at Work: May 11-14, 2012
<p>This weekend, we rehabilitated tracks and signals on the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/4.png" alt="4 Subway Line Symbol" border="0"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/5.png" alt="5 Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> Line near Borough Hall and continued rehabilitating the Dyckman St station on the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/1.png" alt="1 Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> Line.</p>
Friday, May 11, 2012 - 07:00
Six B&T Employees Honored As Heroes For Saving Two Lives
Six Verrazano-Narrows employees were honored for their heroic acts in saving the lives of two people in separate suicide attempts at the bridge. Friday, May 11, 2012 - 07:00
Far Rockaway-Mott Av. Station Rehabilitation Now Complete
Far Rockaway residents now have access to a fully rehabilitated and ADA compliant station. Friday, May 11, 2012 - 07:00
Cross Bay Turns 42? Or Is It 73? Or 122?
The Cross Bay Veterans Memorial Bridge is turning 42 this Memorial Day or is it really 73? Maybe, it's 122? It's all a matter of perspective. Thursday, May 10, 2012 - 07:00
5th Annual National Train Day Arrives at Grand Central Terminal Saturday May 12
Free events from 11:00 a.m. -; 4:00 p.m. includes live entertainment, exhibits, kids' activities, model train displays and tours of Amtrak equipment, freight, private and Metro-North trains. Thursday, May 10, 2012 - 07:00
Rails Being Delivered for the 7 Extension
The <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/7.png" alt="7 Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> Extension Project, now 65 percent complete, has just received its first set of rails.
Thursday, May 10, 2012 - 07:00
Grand Central Terminal is named a national historical civil engineering landmark
GCT joins the Erie Canal and Hoover Dam on the American Society of Civil engineers' list of civil engineering landmarks. Thursday, May 10, 2012 - 07:00
Protecting Our Transit Workers
One of the MTA's top priorities is keeping its workers safe. Thursday, May 10, 2012 - 07:00
New LIRR Timetables Take Effect May 14
New MTA Long Island Rail Road timetables will take effect on Monday, May 14. The new schedules include the restoration of half-hourly, midday service on the Port Washington Branch on weekdays, as well as adjustments to schedules or midday busing in place of trains on various branches to support the summer track construction work. Wednesday, May 9, 2012 - 07:00
Take LIRR to Tall Ships Spectacular in Greenport
MTA Long Island Rail Road will provide extra train service between Ronkonkoma and Greenport on Saturday, May 26 and Sunday, May 27 when the beautiful seaside village of Greenport plays proud host to a breathtaking array of sailing ships participating in the annual Tall Ships Challenge. Tuesday, May 8, 2012 - 07:00
Bridge And Tunnel Officers Corral Parole Violator
A team of MTA Bridge and Tunnel Officers is credited with arresting a parole violator with several outstanding felony warrants after corralling him inside the Brooklyn-Battery Tunnel. Monday, May 7, 2012 - 07:00
Weekend at Work: May 4-7, 2012
This weekend, track workers poured concrete around newly laid track just north of the Atlantic Av-Pacific St station on the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/d.png" alt="D Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/n.png" alt="N Subway Line Symbol" border="0"> lines.
Friday, May 4, 2012 - 07:00
Cyclists: Ride With the MTA to the Five-Boro Bike Tour
This Sunday, May 6, New York City will host the TD Bank Five Boro Bike Tour. The best way to get to the tour is by train. Here are some tips. Wednesday, May 2, 2012 - 07:00
MTA New York City Transit Takes Delivery of New Diesel-Electric Locomotive
Work equipment plays a vital role in maintaining safe, reliable service across the entire subway system. Wednesday, May 2, 2012 - 07:00
QMT'S 37th Street Entrance Reopened To Cars Weekdays
In an effort to keep traffic moving, the 37th Street entrance to the Queens Midtown Tunnel is being reopened to cars only weekdays between 11 a.m. and 11 p.m. Tuesday, May 1, 2012 - 07:00
Brooklyn-Battery Tunnel Celebrating 62 Years
On May 25th, the Brooklyn-Battery Tunnel celebrates its 62nd anniversary, but did you know that if Robert Moses had his way, the tunnel wouldn't have been built at all? Monday, April 30, 2012 - 07:00
First Metro-North Facility Achieves LEED Silver Certification
For the first time, a Metro-North Railroad facility has achieved LEED Silver certification from the U.S. Green Building Council for its 525 North Broadway office building in North White Plains. Monday, April 30, 2012 - 07:00
Upgrades to Grand Central Terminal To Cut Energy Consumption 30%
MTA's largest energy efficiency project with New York Power Authority ever will save $3 million a year. Monday, April 30, 2012 - 07:00
Weekend at Work: April 27-30, 2012
This weekend, we replaced sections of track on the Q Line between Avenue U and Sheepshead Bay.
Thursday, April 26, 2012 - 07:00
Another Successful Round of FASTRACK on the A C E
MTA New York City Transit wrapped up yet another successful FASTRACK line segment closure completing an ambitious schedule of work on the Eighth Avenue Line. Thursday, April 26, 2012 - 07:00
LIRR Teams Up with Mets & Strawberry's Grill for Mail & Ride
MTA Long Island Rail Road has teamed up with the New York Mets and former Mets great Darryl Strawberry to provide new LIRR Mail&Ride customers with two free game tickets and a $15 gift card to Strawberry's Sports Grill, Darryl's restaurant in Douglaston, Queens. Thursday, April 26, 2012 - 07:00
The Results are in: New York has the Top-Ranked Transit System in the Country
Walk Score, a group that tells you how easy it is to get places from your home on foot, now ranks which U.S cities have the best transit. Guess who came out on top? Thursday, April 26, 2012 - 07:00
'Poetry in Motion' Expands to NYC Taxi Fleet
Last month, we brought poems back to the subway. Now they're coming to taxis too. Thursday, April 26, 2012 - 07:00
Saying Farewell to an Old Friend
An historic agreement was reached this week among the City, the MTA, and academic institutions to transform NYC Transit's former headquarters into the NYU Center for Urban Science and Progress. Wednesday, April 25, 2012 - 07:00
LIRR's 'Belmont Special' Is On Track for Spring Racing Season
The MTA Long Island Rail Road's 'Belmont Special' is off and running to beautiful Belmont Park for the spring racing season starting Friday, April 27. Tuesday, April 24, 2012 - 07:00
LIRR Achieves Record On-Time Performance
The LIRR has recorded its best first quarter On-Time Performance (OTP) ever -; with 96.17 percent of all trains system-wide running on schedule during the first three months of 2012. Monday, April 23, 2012 - 07:00
FASTRACK is Back on the 8th Avenue Line
FASTRACK returns to the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/a.png" alt="A Line Subway Icon"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/c.png" alt="C Line Subway Icon"><img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/e.png" alt="E Line Subway Icon"> this week. It remains clear that FASTRACK is a safer and more efficient way to maintain a 24/7 system.
Monday, April 23, 2012 - 07:00
Weekend at Work: April 20-23, 2012
This weekend, we renewed tracks and switches on the <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/2.png" alt="2 Line Subway Icon"> <img src="/siteimages/subwaybullets/3.png" alt="3 Line Subway Icon">, the Sea Beach Line and the Staten Island Railway.
Monday, April 23, 2012 - 07:00
National Work Zone Awareness Week April 23rd-27th
With the start of National Work Zone Awareness Week, MTA Bridges and Tunnels is urging drivers to pay attention to work zone laws and drive with care when traveling through these areas. Monday, April 23, 2012 - 07:00
Throgs Neck Bridge LED Necklace Light Project Finished
Just in time for Earth Day 2012, Bridges and Tunnels crews finished replacing 142 old mercury vapor lights with new high-efficiency LED lights at the Throgs Neck Bridge. Sunday, April 22, 2012 - 07:00
Each Trip on the MTA Keeps More Than 10 Lbs. of Carbon Out of the Air
Every trip you make on an MTA train, subway or bus prevents an average of more than 10 pounds of carbon from entering the atmosphere,according to a new report.
Wednesday, April 18, 2012 - 07:00
All MTA Crossings Now Selling E-ZPass ON-THE-GO Tags
It's official. No matter what bridge or tunnel you use, you can now pick up an E-ZPass On-the-Go tag in any cash lane at all nine MTA crossings. Monday, April 16, 2012 - 07:00
Train Time expands to West Hempstead Branch
The LIRR is expanding <a href="http://mta.info/lirr/TrainTime">Train Time</a> -; a digital service that provides real-time train arrival status to customers -; to its West Hempstead Branch beginning Monday, April 16.
Monday, April 16, 2012 - 07:00
Buses Replace Trains Speonk to Montauk April 24-27
LIRR train service between Speonk and Montauk will be replaced by buses for 72 hours Tuesday through Friday, April 24-27 - as the Railroad carries out the next phase of the $22.4 million rehabilitation of three East End bridges. Monday, April 16, 2012 - 07:00
Weekend at Work: April 13-15, 2012
This weekend, we continued to rehabilitate the Dyckman St Station on the 1 Line. Friday, April 13, 2012 - 07:00
Another Successful Round of FASTRACK on the 1 2 3
MTA New York City Transit wrapped up yet another successful FASTRACK line segment closure completing an ambitious schedule of work on the Seventh Avenue Line. Thursday, April 12, 2012 - 07:00
Take the Nostalgia Train to the Yankees Home Opener
First pitch today against the Angels is at 1:05 pm, and as an added treat, fans can ride to the game in New York City Transit's special "Nostalgia Train." Thursday, April 12, 2012 - 07:00
Check out 2011 Ridership Data!
The NYC Transit ridership pages on www.mta.info have been updated to include 2011 ridership for both buses and subways. Thursday, April 12, 2012 - 07:00
Take the Nostalgia Train to the Yankees Home Opener
First pitch tomorrow against the Angels is at 1:05 pm, and as an added treat, fans can ride to the game in New York City Transit's special "Nostalgia Train." Thursday, April 12, 2012 - 07:00
Four Metro-North Employees Honored as Heroes by Red Cross
A trespasser who climbed a power pole on the New Haven Line and was seriously injured by 13,000 volts of electricity was safely evacuated thanks to Metro-North employees. Wednesday, April 11, 2012 - 07:00
Rockaway Resident Toll Rebate Program Reinstated
Thanks to $4 million in funding provided in the State budget, tolls for eligible residents using the Cross Bay Veterans Memorial Bridge will once again be fully rebated by the MTA. Monday, April 9, 2012 - 07:00
FASTRACK is Back on the 7th Avenue Line
FASTRACK returns to the 1, 2 and 3 Lines this week. It remains clear that FASTRACK is a safer and more efficient way to maintain a 24/7 system. Friday, April 6, 2012 - 07:00
BW Bronx Approach Project Enters Final Stage
Roadway work on the four-year, nearly $200 million project to reconstruct the Bronx-Whitestone Bridge's Bronx approach is entering the final phase of construction, which will result in wider 12-foot lanes and new safety shoulders for drivers. Friday, April 6, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Bus Time<sup style="font-size:70%;">®</sup> has arrived on M34/34A SBS Crosstown
MTA New York City Transit reminds customers that, effective Sunday, April 8; MTA Bus Time<sup style="font-size:70%;">®</sup> will be phased into the M34/M34A Select Bus Service crosstown bus route.
Friday, April 6, 2012 - 07:00
Bridges and Tunnels Highway Officer Saves Man At Verrazano
Bridges and Tunnels Officer Edward Grimm is being hailed a hero for his quick-thinking actions in saving the life of a man who recently attempted to jump from the lower level of the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge. Tuesday, April 3, 2012 - 07:00
Bronx-Whitestone Celebrates 73 Years Of Service
On April 29, the Bronx-Whitestone Bridge turns 73 years old. Tuesday, April 3, 2012 - 07:00
It's a Power Play Wrap on the Shuttle!
Novel forms of advertising continue to pop up in the subway as part of the MTA's efforts to increase revenue from advertising. Monday, April 2, 2012 - 07:00
Court Square on the No.7 Line Re-Opens
No. 7 trains have resumed making station stops at the Court Square station in Long Island City. Monday, April 2, 2012 - 07:00
A Weekend at Work: March 30-April 2, 2012
This weekend, we rehabilitated the Dyckman Street, 225 Street, and Van Cortlandt Park-242 Street stations on the 1 Line. Friday, March 30, 2012 - 07:00
There's Never Been a Better Time to Try Metro-North's Trains to Yankee Stadium!
The Yankees return to the Bronx on Friday, April 13, for the 2012 home opener against the Los Angeles Angels. And Metro-North Railroad is back for its fourth year of train service to Yankee Stadium! Friday, March 30, 2012 - 07:00
Metro-North Quiet Cars Expand to All Peak Trains on April 2
"CALMmute," comes to all rush hour trains on Monday, April 2. In time for the spring timetable change. Thursday, March 29, 2012 - 07:00
Digital "Urban Panels" Debut at Manhattan Subway Entrances
Another creative way the MTA is maximizing the revenue it receives from its real estate assets. Thursday, March 29, 2012 - 07:00
Catch the LIRR to 2012 Mets Baseball
The New York Mets have returned to Citi Field for their 50th anniversary season with a lineup led by David Wright, Ike Davis and Lucas Duda. Wednesday, March 28, 2012 - 07:00
Governor Cuomo Announces $600 Million MTA Investment in Upstate Manufacturing
MTA chooses Bombardier for $600 million order for 300 subway cars resulting in more than 500 jobs Tuesday, March 27, 2012 - 07:00
Safety First! MTA Adding More Onboard Bus Video Surveillance Cameras
In continuing to enhance both customer and employee security, the MTA is purchasing and installing Bus Camera Security Systems (BCSS) for an additional 1,150 buses. Tuesday, March 27, 2012 - 07:00
Poetry in Motion Is Back
Back by popular demand, poems are returning to the subway after a four-year hiatus. We have joined with the Poetry Society of America to restore Poetry in Motion, the popular program that brought thought-provoking poems and poetry excerpts to the subway between 1992 and 2008. Tuesday, March 27, 2012 - 07:00
LIRR Expands Quiet Car Pilot Program
The LIRR is expanding its Quiet Car pilot program to include all peak hour trains on the Far Rockaway Branch and select rush hour trains on the Hempstead, Long Beach and West Hempstead branches beginning Monday, April 2. Monday, March 26, 2012 - 07:00
MTA Bus Time<sup style="font-size:70%;">®</sup> Coming to the M34/M34A SBS Crosstown
MTA New York City Transit announced today that, effective April 8, 2012; MTA Bus Time<sup style="font-size:70%;">®</sup> will be phased into the M34/M34A Select Bus Service crosstown bus route.
Monday, March 26, 2012 - 07:00
This Month More than 7,000 E-ZPass 'On The Go' Tags Sold in Cash Lanes
The ease and convenience of buying an E-ZPass 'On The Go' tag in cash lanes at MTA crossings is proving to be extremely popular with customers. Monday, March 26, 2012 - 07:00
Bleecker Street Platform Shifts
As part of the project to build a free transfer between the uptown 6 train and the B, D, F and M Lines, the Bleecker Street platform on the 6 Line has moved south 300 feet! Monday, March 26, 2012 - 07:00
Weekend at Work: March 23-26, 2012
This weekend on the 7 Line, we built tracks connecting Times Square to the line's extension, installed panels of track between Court Square and Queensboro Plaza, and rehabilitated the Vernon-Jackson Station. Thursday, March 22, 2012 - 07:00
Take LIRR & Metro-North to Auto Show April 6-15 & Save
If your destination is the 2012 New York International Auto Show during the week of April 6-15, then the MTA is an easy and cost saving way to get there. Thursday, March 22, 2012 - 07:00
Early-Morning Track Inspection on Pt. Washington Branch Sat., March 24
Bus and van service will replace four early-morning LIRR trains on the Port Washington Branch Saturday, March 24 at three stations - Manhasset, Plandome and Port Washington - in order to allow overnight track inspections. Thursday, March 22, 2012 - 07:00
100th Street Depot Now Renamed as the Tuskegee Airmen Bus Depot
MTA's 100th Street Bus Depot has been renamed The Tuskegee Airmen Bus Depot in honor of the World War II African-American military pilots and support personnel. Thursday, March 22, 2012 - 07:00
Midday Track Inspections on Pt. Jefferson Branch March 28 & 29
Bus service will be provided in place of midday trains between Huntington and Port Jefferson following the morning rush on Wednesday, March 28 and Thursday, March 29 while rail inspections are performed. Thursday, March 15, 2012 - 07:00
New York's Largest Art Museum, In Your Pocket
Our new mobile app allows users to browse through more than 200 works of contemporary art found throughout the New York City Subway, Long Island Rail Road, Metro-North Railroad, and MTA Bridges and Tunnels. Wednesday, March 14, 2012 - 07:00
MTA New York City Transit Bus Operator Earns Coveted Public Service Award
Jefrick Dean is an MTA bus operator, an iconic New York City job that he performs with pride, dedication, dignity and an unswerving concern for his customers and fellow workers. Monday, March 12, 2012 - 07:00
Weekend at Work: March 9-12
This weekend, we replaced track panels on the 7 Line and rehabilitated track at High Street. Friday, March 9, 2012 - 06:00
Initial Round of Fastrack Complete
Hundreds of tasks completed in days rather than months improving both efficiency and worker safety. Friday, March 9, 2012 - 06:00
Henry Hudson Bridge Moves To Next Phase Ahead Of Schedule
A new construction work zone will be in place beginning Tuesday, March 13th. Friday, March 9, 2012 - 06:00
World Class: Metro-North Wins the International Brunel Award for Design
From March 19-30, MTA Metro-North Railroad, winner of the Brunel Jury Prize for design excellence, hosts an exhibit in Grand Central Terminal's Vanderbilt Hall of contest entries from railways around the world Thursday, March 8, 2012 - 06:00
LIRR Employee Triumphs at APTA ‘Call Center Challenge'
Gabrielle Rodriguez, Manager of Long Island Rail Road's Travel Information Center is winner of the national Call Center Challenge competition sponsored by the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) Monday, March 5, 2012 - 06:00
Pilot To Sell "On The Go" Tags In Cash Lanes A Hit Expanded To Two More Bridges
The pilot program to sell E-ZPass "On The Go" tags in cash lanes is such a hit that it was expanded to the Bronx-Whitestone and Throgs Neck Bridges. Monday, March 5, 2012 - 06:00
Weekend at Work: March 2-5, 2012
This weekend, we rehabilitated the 7 Line's tunnel under the East River, and 7 Line stations at Court Square and Hunters Point Av.
Monday, March 5, 2012 - 06:00
LIRR & Metro-North Discount Package to GLBT Expo at Javits
The LIRR and Metro-North are offering discount rail and admission packages with savings of up to 30% to the Original Gay Lesbian Bi-Sexual Transgender Expo Expo to be held on Saturday, March 17 and Sunday, March 18 at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in Manhattan. Monday, March 5, 2012 - 06:00
Take the LIRR and Save on Some Great Deals
Are you looking to jazz up your winter weekends? Then MTA Long Island Rail Road is your ticket for a ride out to Long Island Wine Country where you can uncork the best at a popular vineyard as well as the very best in jazz music. Friday, March 2, 2012 - 06:00
Authentic Wooden Subway Benches Available
Our familiar wooden subway benches have been an iconic part of the subway experience for more than 30 years. Monday, February 27, 2012 - 06:00
LIRR & Metro-North Discount Packages to 2 Shows at Javits
The LIRR and Metro-North are offering discount rail and admission packages with savings of up to 30% to The New York Times Travel Show (March 3-4) and the Original GLBT Expo (March 17-18) at the Jacob Javits Convention Center. Monday, February 27, 2012 - 06:00
Weekend at Work: February 24-27
This weekend, we repaired tracks near Montrose Av on the L line. Monday, February 27, 2012 - 06:00
Subway Ridership at Highest Levels Since 1950!
In 2011, customers swiped their MetroCards 1.64 billion times, the highest annual subway ridership since 1950. Monday, February 27, 2012 - 06:00
FASTRACK a Success on the 6th Avenue Line
This week marks the completion of the third line segment closure to perform inspection and maintenance critical to providing reliable subway service. Thursday, February 23, 2012 - 06:00
4th Avenue East Side Station House Reopens
MTA New York City Transit has reopened the 4th Avenue-9th Street station house on the F/G line at the east side of 4th Avenue between 9th and 10th Streets. Thursday, February 23, 2012 - 06:00
Like Cash? Use MTA Reload Card And Save With E-ZPass®
If you like to use cash to pay for MTA toll crossings but want the savings and convenience of E-ZPass, the new MTA Reload Card is the answer. Wednesday, February 22, 2012 - 06:00
Multiple Daily Lifts At Marine Parkway Extended
Multiple daily bridge lifts at the Marine Parkway-Gil Hodges Memorial Bridge will continue through mid-April as a result of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers marsh islands restoration project in Jamaica Bay. Friday, February 17, 2012 - 06:00
FASTRACK a Success on the 1 2 3
New York City Transit wrapped up its second FASTRACK line segment closure successfully completing an ambitious schedule of work on the Seventh Avenue. Wednesday, February 15, 2012 - 06:00
New Cortlandt Station Expansion Is Complete
On Feb. 15, MTA, local and state officials celebrated the completion of a major project to improve and renovate the Cortlandt Station. Tuesday, February 14, 2012 - 06:00
Enforcement of NYS Smoking Ban on LIRR & Metro-North Outdoor Platforms Begins February 15
Metro-North and Long Island Rail Road customers are reminded that the MTA Police will begin enforcing the New York State law banning outdoor smoking at stations on Wednesday, February 15. Tuesday, February 14, 2012 - 06:00
FASTRACK on the 1, 2, and 3
FASTRACK moved to the 1, 2 and 3 Lines this week and with the first night completed, it remains clear that FASTRACK is a safer and more efficient way to maintain a 24/7 system. Monday, February 13, 2012 - 06:00
MTA Builds Support for Transit in Albany
MTA Chairman & CEO Joseph J. Lhota joined transit advocates in Albany this week in support of public transportation. The message was clear. The MTA helps to drive the region's economy. Wednesday, February 8, 2012 - 06:00
'FASTRACK' Coming to the 1, 2, and 3 Lines
MTA New York City Transit is bringing 'FASTRACK' to the Seventh Avenue Line this month following its successful implementation on the Lexington Avenue Line in January. Tuesday, February 7, 2012 - 06:00
The Latest Subway Artwork Was Inspired by 'Missed Connections' Ads
Sophie Blackall, who created the latest artwork now appearing in the subway, was inspired by missed connections ads. This video from Etsy shows us behind the scenes as the work is in progress. Monday, February 6, 2012 - 06:00
Weekend at Work: February 3-6
This weekend, we renewed tracks at 168th Street on the A line. Monday, February 6, 2012 - 06:00
MTA Is Your Best Way to Get to Giants Parade
Going to the parade? The MTA will get you there faster than an Eli Manning touchdown pass. Friday, February 3, 2012 - 06:00
Heroic B&T Officer Honored By Brooklyn Beep
MTA Bridges and Tunnels Officer Anthony Presley was recently honored for his heroic actions taken during an armed robbery last April. Friday, February 3, 2012 - 06:00
Metro-North's Lost & Found is a "New York Customer Experience Star"
Global consulting firm Peppers & Rogers Group (PRG) surveyed its worldwide client base (such as T-Mobile, Hewlett-Packard and BMW) about the best customer experiences they've had in New York City! Thursday, February 2, 2012 - 06:00
'Embark NYC,' Multi-Purpose Navigation App, Wins MTA App Quest
The judges judged. You, the public, voted. And the results are in. Thursday, February 2, 2012 - 06:00
Henry Hudson Bridge Project Pushing Ahead
Work to remove and replace the original 1930's-era steel curb stringers supporting the upper level roadway of the bridge is continuing. Thursday, February 2, 2012 - 06:00
Last Of The Decommissioned VN Toll Booths Torn Down
Just a few swings of the giant demolition claw, and it was all over. The last three decommissioned toll booths at the Verrazano-Narrows Brooklyn-bound toll plaza were torn down overnight on Feb. 1-2. Wednesday, February 1, 2012 - 06:00
The MTA Hosts Regional Meeting to Address Bus Operator Assaults
MTA New York City Transit has made an aggressive push to reduce or eliminate the number of attacks on bus operators. Monday, January 30, 2012 - 06:00
Limited Quantities Available of our First Late Night Map
We've released the first-ever map showing the scheduled overnight service of the subway system, when three subway lines don't run, three lines become shuttle trains, Monday, January 30, 2012 - 06:00
Weekend at Work: January 27-30
This weekend, we rehabilitated tracks on the 1/2/3 Line at 14 St, on the B/Q at Atlantic Av, and on the 7, and we rehabilitated the 7 Line's Court Square Station. Thursday, January 26, 2012 - 06:00
MTA Customers Can Now Refill Unlimited-Ride MetroCards
Compounding the already impressive convenience of MetroCard, customers can now refill their 7-day and 30-day unlimited-ride cards. Wednesday, January 25, 2012 - 06:00
LIRR's Storm Recovery Timetables Now Available on Website
The LIRR is working to improve communications with customers during service disruptions caused by severe storms. An important part of that effort is the posting of special Storm Recovery Timetables on our website. Tuesday, January 24, 2012 - 06:00
VNB Toll Plaza Improvement Project Rolls On
The next phase of work on the Verrazano-Narrows toll plaza improvement project, which includes removing the last three unused Brooklyn-bound toll booths, is set to begin. Monday, January 23, 2012 - 06:00
Weekend at Work: January 20-23, 2012
This weekend, workers rehabilitated the Court Square and Vernon-Jackson stations on the 7 Line, fighting snow on the elevated portion of the line as they worked. Monday, January 23, 2012 - 06:00
LIRR Improves Train Performance in 2011
The LIRR's train performance improved in 2011, with 93.71 percent of our trains operating on time. This represents nearly a full percentage point increase over 2010, when on-time performance (OTP) was 92.76 percent. Monday, January 23, 2012 - 06:00
MTA Bus Time<sup style="font-size:70%;">®</sup> to Expand to the Bronx
The 1,025 buses serving the Bronx will be the next to offer MTA Bus Time<sup>®</sup>, a popular digital system that allows Staten Island customers to track the real-time location of buses via the Internet, smart phone or text message.
Monday, January 23, 2012 - 06:00
Metro-North & Long Island Rail Road Unveil "Pledge to Customers"
MTA Long Island Rail Road and MTA Metro-North Railroad have each unveiled a formal "Pledge to Customers" promising to provide safe and reliable service and putting it in writing for the first time. Monday, January 23, 2012 - 06:00
Long Island Rail Road & Metro-North Unveil "Pledge to Customers"
MTA Long Island Rail Road and MTA Metro-North Railroad have each unveiled a formal "Pledge to Customers" promising to provide safe and reliable service and putting it in writing for the first time. Monday, January 23, 2012 - 06:00
New Access-A-Ride Vehicle Debuts
The MTA has purchased 30 new MV-1 vans for use by the Paratransit Division in order to determine their suitability as replacement vehicles for older Access-A-Ride vans. Monday, January 23, 2012 - 06:00
Metro-North Railroad Ridership Tops 82 Million in 2011
MTA Metro-North Railroad provided 82 million rides last year, up 1.4% over 2010, with ridership gains on all lines and in all markets from traditional AM inbound commutation to discretionary trips such as nights, weekends, middays and holidays. Sunday, January 22, 2012 - 06:00
Stay Alert
The MTA has posted an informative public service announcement produced by the NYPD, warning customers to "Stay Alert" and safeguard their personal electronic devices when riding the subway. Saturday, January 21, 2012 - 06:00
MTA Weathers the Storm
Despite significant snowfall throughtout the metropolitan region, the MTA was able to provide service without any major weather-related delays. Tuesday, January 17, 2012 - 06:00
Weekend at Work: January 13-16, 2012
This weekend, workers rehabilitated the trackbed at Atlantic Av on the B/Q Line. Tuesday, January 17, 2012 - 06:00
Multiple Daily Lifts At Marine Parkway For A Month
There will be multiple daily lifts at the Marine Parkway-Gil Hodges Memorial Bridge beginning Thursday, Jan. 26th through the month of February. Tuesday, January 17, 2012 - 06:00
MTA Storm Wrap-Up
The MTA continues to monitor operations following Saturday's storm. At this time there are no significant weather-related delays. Personnel have been deployed, snow-fighting equipment has been put into service to keep rails free of ice and snow, and bus tires have been chained for additional traction. Friday, January 13, 2012 - 06:00
B&T Launches New Spanish Features For E-ZPass Customers
Habla Espanol? If you do, signing up for an E-ZPass, checking your account or making changes is easier than ever. Friday, January 13, 2012 - 06:00
MTA Completes FASTRACK
It's the MTA's new, innovative way to keep the subway system in a state of good repair. Wednesday, January 11, 2012 - 06:00
Metro-North Customers Save on Top Broadway Hits
A night on the town was never easier or a better deal with three special Getaways offers from Metro-North Railroad, which takes you direct to midtown - just a few blocks' walk from New York City's theater district. Wednesday, January 11, 2012 - 06:00
MTA Bus Time<sup>®</sup> Arrives on Staten Island
For bus riders who have ever wondered: "Where is my bus and when will it get here?" The answer has arrived: <strong>MTA Bus Time</strong><sup>®</sup>! Wednesday, January 11, 2012 - 06:00
Ride the LIRR to Broadway with money-saving offers
The hip-hooray and ballyhoo ...ahh, the lullaby of Broadway. This winter is a great time to ride the LIRR for special discounts to a collection of great Broadway hits. Wednesday, January 11, 2012 - 06:00
Hop on Metro-North for Skiing at Thunder Ridge
Can't quite make it to Killington, Vail, or Gstaad to ski? Try Patterson, New York - less than two hours from Grand Central Terminal. Metro-North makes it easy to get away for a day of winter fun and savings, too! Tuesday, January 10, 2012 - 06:00
FASTRACK on the Lexington Avenue 4, 5, 6 Line
It's a faster, less disruptive way to do subway work. Monday, January 9, 2012 - 06:00
Weekend at Work: January 6-9, 2012
This weekend, workers repaired and replaced tracks at 8 St and 28 St on the N/R/Q Line, 14 St on the 1/2/3 Line, Jackson Av on the 2/5 Line, and 161 St on the B/D Line. Monday, January 9, 2012 - 06:00
LIRR Announces 2012 New York City Getaway Packages
MTA Long Island Rail Road has unveiled its 2012 package of New York City Getaways featuring two brand new Manhattan sightseeing attractions as well as many perennial favorites Sunday, January 8, 2012 - 06:00
FASTRACK Coming to the Lexington Avenue 4, 5, 6 Line
It's a faster, less disruptive way to do subway work. Thursday, January 5, 2012 - 06:00
Let Metro-North Take You to the Boat Show, Motorcycle Show and NYC Restaurant Week
It's January, which means it's time for three great events in NYC: the New York Boat Show, the Progressive International Motorcycle Show, and NYC Restaurant Week! Thursday, January 5, 2012 - 06:00
Let the LIRR Take You to the Boat Show, Motorcycle Show and NYC Restaurant Week
It's January, which means it's time for three great events in NYC: the New York Boat Show, the Progressive International Motorcycle Show, and NYC Restaurant Week! Thursday, January 5, 2012 - 06:00
Film Production in the Subways
Nothing embodies New York City more than an authentic subway car. Wednesday, January 4, 2012 - 06:00
Metro-North Sets Record for On-time Performance in December: 98.6%
December 2011 was the best month of 2011 and the best December in the 29-year history of Metro-North Railroad in terms of on-time performance - with 98.6% of all trains operating on time. Monday, January 2, 2012 - 06:00
MTA 2011 Highlights: Mega Projects Taking Shape
In 2011, the MTA focused on delivering on some long-promised benefits for our 8.5 million customers. This is the last in a daily series that recaps the best of 2011. Sunday, January 1, 2012 - 06:00
MTA 2011 Highlights: Atlantic Avenue Viaduct
In 2011, the MTA focused on delivering on some long-promised benefits for our 8.5 million customers. This is the tenth in a daily series that recaps the best of 2011.