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MTA LIRR presented with the APTA Gold Award for Security Operations at the 2025 APTA Rail Conference in San Francisco.
The seven agencies awarded an APTA Rail Safety and Security Award were evaluated based on the effectiveness, benefit level, innovation and transferability of some their projects...
July 2, 2025
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A rendering of the M-9A passenger railcars.
The M-9A cars are needed to replace Metro-North Railroad's M-3 cars that are beyond their service life and allow the LIRR to retire its M-3 cars.
June 24, 2025
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rendering of botanical garden station with new platform and canopy
The stations will be upgraded with new elevators, renewed staircases and modernized platforms.
June 20, 2025
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MTA Metro-North Railroad train.
Metro-North Railroad saw a 100 percent on-time performance day across all three train lines for the 21st time on March 9 while Long Island Rail Road has seen a 2025 year-to-date...
March 13, 2025
Metropolitan Transportation Authority
MTA officials cut the ribbon on new SC42-DM locomotives
The new locomotives will travel much farther under electric power than the current P32 locomotives.
Nov. 5, 2024
Long Island Rail Road
The new entrance is part of a public-private partnership in which BXP is redeveloping the site, which housed the MTA’s headquarters building from 1979 to 2014.
The agency is working to make traveling independently for people with disabilities a reality by giving blind, low vision and deaf or blind customers the ability to navigate its...
Oct. 2, 2024
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Haverstraw-Ossining Ferry.
The pilot set a record of 822 trips on July 21.
Aug. 1, 2024
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First segment of MTA Metro-North Railroad Park Avenue Viaduct replaced.
This first step in the viaduct replacement process will work towards ensuring the railroad continues to provide safe and reliable Metro-North Railroad train service.
June 13, 2024
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OMNY logo.
The MTA is utilizing OMNY as its contactless fare payment system to give subway and bus customers a simpler way to pay for their fares using credit or debit card, smartphone, ...
May 22, 2024
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Upgrades have been completed at MTA’s Metro-North Railroad’s vital maintenance and operations hub at Croton.
The new 400,000 square foot facility, known as the Harmon Shop, will allow MTA Metro-North Railroad to be able to maintain train reliability and meet the maintenance needs of ...
May 13, 2024

Blogs

Larry Penner
Larry Penner
There is always an agreed upon baseline construction schedule between the MTA and the construction contractor.
Oct. 18, 2024
Larry Penner
Larry Penner
Depending upon where you live, consider the public transportation alternative. Try riding a local or express bus, paratransit or commuter van, ferry, light rail, commuter rail...
Sept. 20, 2024
Larry Penner
Larry Penner
It is unfair to keep asking commuters to pay a higher fare and continue to see so many who routinely go unpunished for not paying their fare.
Aug. 30, 2024
Larry Penner
Larry Penner.
The number one priority for the MTA should always be to reach and maintain a state of good repair.
July 12, 2024
Larry Penner.
On June 11, FTA Acting Administrator Veronica Vanterpool sent an official 15-day notification letter to Congress for her intent to execute a $6.88 billion CIG New Starts FFGA ...
June 21, 2024
Larry Penner
Work needs to be completed on the Portal Bridge North, followed by the start and completion of Portal Bridge South.
May 24, 2024
Larry Penner.
Project cost containment, along with fast tracking procurements and contract change orders for the MTA is sometimes easier said than done due to other significant obstacles.
Feb. 2, 2024
Larry Penner.
The final price tag for the project might grow beyond $3.1 billion
Jan. 12, 2024
Larry Penner.
Some key information is missing from the MTA's 2025 - 2044 Twenty Year Capital Needs Assessment Plan.
Oct. 13, 2023
Larry Penner
Commuters and taxpayers may never know the true final cost for OMNY for several more years after the system is in full use agency wide.
Aug. 25, 2023

Articles

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The transition to zero-emission technology on the bus side is well documented, yet significant challenges remain for passenger rail agencies to make a similar net-zero transition...
Feb. 18, 2025
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Transit agencies, state DOT’s come together to celebrate See Tracks? Think Train® Week.
The week was launched by OLI in 2017 to focus attention on the importance of making safe choices when driving or walking near railroad tracks and trains.
Sept. 27, 2024
Kendel Ortiz, MBA
Kendel Ortiz, MBA.
Kendel Ortiz, MBA, Deputy Director, Maintenance of Way, Operations Training, MTA Metro-North Railroad.
Aug. 20, 2024
Ray Raimundi / MTA
A pilot program to enhance the reach of MTA Metro-North Railroad to Orange and Rockland Counties as an alternative to driving to New York City will operate through Nov. 11, 2024.
The pilot will see Metro-North begin service on the Haverstraw-Ossining ferries, as well as provide significant ticket and parking discounts.
May 14, 2024
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MTA's laser train.
Metro-North Railroad, NJ Transit and SEPTA have recently started using new equipment to manage slippery rail conditions.
Dec. 19, 2023
Mass Transit
APTA recognized its 2023 Rail Safety, Security and Emergency Management Awards winners at its Rail Conference that was held in Pittsburgh, Pa.
The awards, which added a new emergency management category this year, recognize transit organizations’ proactive safety and security efforts.
June 15, 2023
Metropolitan Transportation Authority/Patrick Cashin
APTA awarded a Gold Award to Long Island Rail Road as part its Rail Safety Awards.
The annual recognition honors transit agencies for innovative and proactive safety and security programs.
Sept. 23, 2020
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Both railroads remain on schedule to have PTC fully operational throughout the networks by the end of the year.
Aug. 21, 2020

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MTA has unveiled its Climate Resilience Roadmap.
The roadmap is comprised of a Climate Vulnerability Assessment and 10 core climate resilience goals targeted to address the magnitude of climate threats facing MTA infrastructure...
April 26, 2024
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MTA Metro-North Railroad’s Hudson Rail Link to accept OMNY as fare payment method.
Hudson Rail Link users will now be able to join riders of the other services to tap and go with their smart device with a digital wallet, contactless credit or debit card or OMNY...
Jan. 30, 2024
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MTA celebrates first year of Grand Central Madison service.
Since implementation of full service in February, MTA has sold a combined 81,444 tickets for Grand Central Madison between LIRR and Metro-North Railroad.
Jan. 24, 2024
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Locmotive No. 211.
The rebranding of locomotive No. 211 is the third locomotive to be rebranded to highlight the railroad’s 40 years of service.
Nov. 14, 2023
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Metro-North Railroad has begun reconstruction work on 130-year-old Park Avenue Viaduct.
The first phase of the Park Avenue Viaduct Replacement project, which will cost $590 million and last through 2026, will replace major segments of the elevated steel structure...
Oct. 30, 2023
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MTA's Metro-North Railroad returns to near-normal schedule after mudslide incident in Scarborough Oct. 21.
Metro-North is adjusting schedules and canceling four of the 158 trains the railroad operates on the line daily to reduce the potential for congestion-related delays.
Oct. 24, 2023
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The MTA has outlined a plan to rebuild, improve and expand its system over 20 years.
“The Future Rides With Us,” MTA’s 20-Year Needs Assessment, takes a look into the system’s infrastructure needs and reveals both challenges and opportunities for the future of...
Oct. 5, 2023
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MTA unveils its Courtesy Counts campaign.
The campaign is a multi-agency campaign that consists of 34 illustrations that remind customers to follow the MTA’s Code of Conduct and treat fellow riders and public spaces with...
Oct. 4, 2023
Siemens Mobility
Siemens Mobility Dual Mode locomotives.
The order builds upon the initial purchase of 27 Siemens Mobility Dual Mode locomotives in 2020.
Sept. 27, 2023
Larry Penner
Don't be surprised to wait until 2028 or 2029 before boarding the first Metro-North New Haven branch Bronx East train to Penn Station.
Aug. 18, 2023
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On Aug. 3, a MTA LIRR eight-car passenger train derailed east of Jamica that resulted in 13-non life threating injuries
The investigation, which is still ongoing, indicates the eight-car passenger train derailed after traveling eastbound over a switch intended for a straight move that was misaligned...
Aug. 15, 2023
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Metro-North Railroad has rebranded a second locomotive with special colors and designs as a Heritage Series to highlight the railroad’s 40 years of service to the public.
Skilled craft workers at Metro-North’s North White Plains Shop applied a vinyl wrap to Metro-North’s locomotive No. 201 that pays tribute to Conrail, the railroad which is Metro...
Aug. 14, 2023
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MTA's new app is currently in Beta testing and will eventually succeed the MYmta app.
The app, which is currently in Beta testing and will eventually succeed the MYmta app, features schedules, service alerts and more for subways, buses, Long Island Rail Road and...
Aug. 9, 2023
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MTA Metro-North Railroad has completed the Avalon Harrison transit-oriented development project.
The project is Metro-North Railroad’s first transit-oriented development project and features approximately 27,000 square feet of retail/commercial space and two landscaped public...
Aug. 8, 2023
Larry Penner
The ADA was signed into law by former President George H.W. Bush on July 26, 1990; the FTA has done an excellent job during this period when it comes to improving public transit...
July 28, 2023
MTA Metro-North Railroad
MTA's Metro-North Railroad has fully reopened services after the historic rainfall and flooding that hit the region on July 9.
The restoration of services on the Metro-North Railroad comes three days after historic rainfall and flooding hit the region on July 9.
July 13, 2023
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MTA Metro-North Railroad has begun partial restoration of train service on the Hudson Line due to storm damage.
The storms left behind rushing high water, trees, boulders and other debris on sections of Metro-North track north of Croton-Harmon.
July 11, 2023
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MTA staff and police partners worked to inform motorists and pedestrians about grade-crossing safety as part of International Level Crossing Day.
The stationed teams distributed grade crossing safety brochures and materials to drivers at 10 railroad crossings in the Hudson Valley, Long Island and Connecticut as part of ...
June 21, 2023
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The MTA Board approved a contract that will allow Metro-North Railroad to outfit a second train to use lasers to help fight the negative impact of fallen leaves on railroad tracks and minimize the number of cars taken out of service during the fall season.
The approval follows a successful pilot program that operated during fall of 2022; the lasers help fight the negative impact of fallen leaves on railroad tracks.
May 26, 2023
Larry Penner
Contract negotiations between the MTA and NYC TWU 100 have officially begun.
May 26, 2023
Amtrak
Amtrak is collaborating with MassDOT and CTDOT to add two additional Amtrak Northeast Regional trains serving Springfield Union Station on June 5.
Amtrak Northeast Regional trains offer customers single seat rides and direct access from Springfield to New York City in 3.5 hours and connections to the Northeast Corridor.
May 24, 2023
City of New Rochelle
The city of New Rochelle has selected FXCollaborative to transform the train station and transit center in downtown New Rochelle.
The New Rochelle train station is the busiest stop on the MTA's Metro-North New Haven line and currently sees more than 6,000 outbound riders per weekday and is the only Amtrak...
May 17, 2023
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The MTA Metro-North Railroad will make schedule adjustments on the Hudson, Harlem and New Haven lines to support state of good repair work.
The new schedule, which goes into effect March 26 and lasts through June 10, will support ongoing infrastructure improvements happening on all three of the railroad’s East of ...
March 23, 2023
MTA Metro-North Railroad
Due to track improvements on the New Canaan Branch Line this summer, CTDOT is implementing substitute bus service on all train services.
The track improvements and bus substitution will begin May 30 and is estimated to run through August.
March 17, 2023
MTA
Officials formally open Grand Central Madison LIRR full service.
The new schedules provide increased service levels by 41 percent and offer direct access to Midtown east, provide more frequent, reliable service and true reverse-peak service...
Feb. 27, 2023
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The MTA has revealed the results of the fall 2022 bi-annual Customer Satisfaction Survey for NYC Transit, Metro-North Railroad and LIRR.
The survey is used to gauge MTA customer satisfaction by soliciting detailed feedback from customers on their experience across the authority’s agencies.
Feb. 22, 2023
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The MTA celebrated the 110th anniversary of Grand Central Terminal.
Grand Central Terminal has gone through many renovations throughout its history, but it’s also been the hub of New York’s mass transit system.
Feb. 3, 2023
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Bikes on the sidewalks in New York City.
The action plan, Extending Transit’s Reach, provides a framework to improve integration between the transit system and bicyclists, pedestrians and users of micromobility devices...
Jan. 12, 2023
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Metro-North has made dramatic advances in service, safety and accessibility
Jan. 4, 2023
The contract represents the first phase of a long-term project to improve labor efficiency and reduce costs on capital projects without compromising worker pay or safety.
Jan. 3, 2023
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MTA Chair & CEO Janno Lieber, NYCT President Richard Davey and Acting Chief Customer Officer Shanifah Rieara recognize Bronx resident Sasha Salazar as the one billionth subway rider of 2022 during a ceremony at the 161 St. Yankee Stadium station on Dec. 27, 2022.
The milestone marks the first time the NYC subway has carried one billion customers in a calendar year since 2019.
Dec. 28, 2022
Following approval by the MTA Board, $2.5 billion will be invested in infrastructure projects through 19 different procurements.
Dec. 21, 2022
The approved grants were awarded through a competitive process, based upon criteria such as key safety messages, target audiences and evaluation methods.
Dec. 2, 2022
The original plans will be used to work on the two stations, both of which are more than 100-years old.
April 6, 2022
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New elevators, additional new and upgraded features will make the stations accessible and improve the customer experience.
March 28, 2022
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The nearly six-month project reinforced and renewed all four tracks through the area.
March 24, 2022
The feature first became available through the Metro-North Train Time app in November 2020 for most trains operating on electric portions of the Harlem and Hudson Lines, and has...
Dec. 3, 2021
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Mta Waterbury Branch
The upgrade enables service increases and reaffirms the commitment to rail service for Naugatuck Valley communities.
Nov. 24, 2021
Metro-North
Metro North
Metro-North says it is the first commuter railroad to provide a companion smartphone app.
Oct. 25, 2021
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The Metro-North Hudson Line includes three stations with access to the Fjord Trail: Cold Spring, Beacon, and, once reopened, the Breakneck Ridge station.
The improvements are in preparation for the station reopening and the start of Fjord Trail construction.
Oct. 13, 2021
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View of the new platform facing Northwest.
The station fully accessible station was given a modern feel with updated platform design including new artwork inspired by the history of Port Jervis.
Oct. 6, 2021
Train service is increasing to 82 percent of pre-pandemic levels, with full restoration of pre-pandemic weekend service.
Aug. 16, 2021
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This is the fourth bridge opened by the authority in Mt. Vernon in three years.
Aug. 11, 2021
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Enhancements include better drainage, new pavement and pavement markings.
Aug. 9, 2021
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Metro North
Ferry resumption will coincide with train service Increasing to 83 percent of pre-pandemic levels just before Labor Day.
July 20, 2021
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This introduction on the New Haven Line follows earlier installations on the Harlem and Hudson Lines in 2020.
June 8, 2021
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The reopening of the 10th Avenue Bridge further knits the Mount Vernon downtown area together and marks the public completion of a project that began in March 2019.
June 3, 2021
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The project is now moving forward after a pause due to COVID-19.
May 20, 2021
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The milestone was reached eight days ahead of a federally mandated deadline to have the safety overlay system functioning on all required lines and locomotives.
Dec. 28, 2020
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The project is a multi-year effort to upgrade customer communications at Grand Central and outlying stations.
Dec. 16, 2020
The railroad has not only increased its disinfecting regime but has also completed major PTC milestones.
Nov. 23, 2020
The new passenger count feature was developed through the Hackathon and is expected to rollout this fall.
Sept. 23, 2020
MTA Metro-North
Customers can now buy KN95 masks, bottled hand sanitizer and gloves at the machines.
PPE vending machines have been installed in 12 stations for customers to easily access items for purchase.
July 13, 2020
Rendering courtesy of MTA Metro-North
Proposed highland street bridge.
The construction will enhance safety, reliability and vertical clearance of the bridges.
June 12, 2020
MTA Flickr
Improvements include a high-level platform to help with better boarding.
The crew continues to work on time with visible site results.
May 6, 2020
The wayside installations now cover 189 routes miles across Metro-North as PTC progress continues.
March 18, 2020
Metro-North Instagram
The project will bring Metro-North Railroad service into Penn Station by 2024.
Bidders will be invited to demonstrate their ability to deliver a project in record timeframe and mitigate construction impacts on commuters and local communities.
Feb. 12, 2020
The upgrades are coming to Williams Bridge, Woodlawn and Wakerfield Stations.
Jan. 9, 2020
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The railroad meets key benchmarks in enhancing safety, service, infrastructure and customer communication.
Nov. 13, 2019
Metro-North now runs the safety technology on 268 trains a day and 90 route miles.
Nov. 6, 2019
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The Metro-North Railroad platforms throughout Grand Central Terminal will be upgraded with energy-efficient LED lighting through Metropolitan Transit Authority’s (MTA) partnership...
July 24, 2019
MTA Metro-North Railroad announced Way Ahead, a roadmap for the railroad’s future that details actions to enhance safety, service, infrastructure, communications, and transform...
Oct. 29, 2018
This year, Grand Central Terminal celebrated two significant milestones that changed the course of history for the landmark building: the 40th anniversary in June.
July 9, 2018
MTA Metro-North Railroad has announced that a full-scale renewal project that will bring state of the art improvements to the White Plains station is underway.
April 2, 2018
Metro-North Railroad has announced that new Harlem Line schedules and minor changes to Hudson Line schedules take effect on Sunday, March 18. There are no changes to New Haven...
Feb. 27, 2018
Metro-North has announced that the railroad completed comprehensive infrastructure improvement projects to the Port Jervis Line, between Port Jervis and Harriman, which got underway...
Nov. 16, 2017
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left to right, Susan G. Metzger, Chair Metro-North Railroad Committee; Andrew Seicol, Assistant Fire Chief, GCT Fire Brigade; James Tipa, Fire EMS Officer, GCT Fire Brigade; Jonathan Lee, Chief, GCT Fire Brigade; Danielle Bonge, Metro-North Railroad Engineer; John O'Brien, Metro-North Railroad Conductor; Catherine Rinaldi, Acting President, Metro-North Railroad.
MTA Metro-North Railroad announced that three first responders from the railroad’s Grand Central Terminal Fire Brigade, a Metro-North engineer and a Metro-North conductor were...
Sept. 27, 2017
MTA Metro-North Railroad has announced that to ensure the on-going reliability and safety of the Port Jervis Line, crews will make infrastructure improvements between Port Jervis...
Sept. 4, 2017
MTA Metro-North Railroad has announced that it will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, August 23, inviting customers to comment on a plan to permanently increase service levels...
Aug. 2, 2017
An SUV driver’s actions are the probable cause of a deadly 2015 collision between the SUV and a Metro-North commuter train at a grade crossing in Valhalla, New York, the National...
July 26, 2017
MTA Metro-North Railroad has announced that to ensure the ongoing safety and reliability of the Danbury Branch, crews will perform track improvement work on the branch this weekend...
July 5, 2017
MTA Metro-North Railroad has announced plans to work with the Philipstown Depot Theatre, housed in the former Garrison Station building, to improve and upgrade a 4,500-square-...
June 26, 2017
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(Left to Right) Michele Salvatore, Metro-North President Joseph Giulietti, Jeff Ballard, Jeffrey Boyle, Andrew McClellan, Brendan Szabo, MTA Police Chief Owen Monaghan, MTA Board's Metro-North Railroad Committee Chair Susan Metzger.
MTA Metro-North Railroad has announced that five of its employees were recognized for saving a colleague who suffered a heart attack at the railroad’s Brewster Yard last month...
April 24, 2017
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Board recently approved an order for at least 60, and up to a total of 94 additional new M8 rail cars that provide train service...
Nov. 17, 2016