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smh.com.au • Transit • Australia
Sydney's Metro M1 line is experiencing higher-than-expected morning peak patronage, exceeding initial forecasts and demonstrating the line's success in altering commuter behavior.
web.archive.org • Transportation • New York
The MTA Long Island Bus, serving Nassau County and parts of Suffolk County and Queens, underwent significant changes including privatization and a name change to NICE in 2012.
lasprovincias.es • News • Spain
An elderly couple's medical appointment is jeopardized by insufficient public transportation in Chiva, Spain, highlighting the community's response to systemic failures.
larioja.com • Transportation • Spain
The inaugural trip of a new Madrid-Logroño train line experienced significant delays and low ridership, prompting mixed reactions and political commentary.
heraldnews.com • Transportation • Massachusetts
The MBTA offers reduced fares on commuter rail services to various eligible groups, including seniors, people with disabilities, and those receiving state assistance.
heraldnews.com • Transportation • Massachusetts
South Coast Rail experienced train cancellations due to crew shortages, inconveniencing riders during a free weekend promotion, prompting the MBTA to encourage the use of alerts for service updates.
bzbasel.ch • Transportation • France
A new Interreg project is exploring the feasibility of an express bus service to improve connections between the Sundgau region in France and Basel, Switzerland, addressing the current heavy reliance on cars for commuters.
nytimes.com • Transportation • New York
The Long Island Rail Road's discontinuation of direct train service to Belmont Park significantly impacts the racetrack's attendance and revenue, highlighting broader public transportation cuts in the New York region.
nytimes.com • Transit • New York
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority's proposed budget cuts, including ending free student rides, face significant backlash from city officials and advocates.
irishtimes.com • Transportation • Ireland
Irish Rail is implementing fare changes and zonal adjustments, impacting commuters across Dublin and beyond due to the National Transport Authority's new fares determination.
bostonglobe.com • Transportation • Massachusetts
The initial rollout of the South Coast Rail line has been plagued by service disruptions due to crew shortages, raising concerns about the effectiveness of public transit investments and the contractor's performance.
nytimes.com • Transit • New York
The MTA is investing $3 million in a rebranding effort to unify its image and improve rider understanding of its diverse transportation services.
elfinancierocr.com • Transportation • Costa Rica
The closure of the 7-10 bus terminal in San José, Costa Rica, has forced seven bus companies to relocate, highlighting challenges in public transportation infrastructure.
rosenheim24.de • Transportation • Germany
Deutsche Bahn employees, including administrative staff, participated in a large-scale cleaning initiative at Rosenheim train station, investing €6 million as part of a broader €100 million cleanliness campaign across Bavaria.
hotair.com • Transit • San Francisco
A complete BART system shutdown in San Francisco highlights the city's ongoing public transportation struggles, stemming from declining ridership and insufficient funding.
bostonglobe.com • Transportation • Massachusetts
Phil Eng, the general manager of Boston's MBTA, has dramatically improved the system's performance and public perception, despite inheriting a legacy of disrepair and facing significant challenges.
bangordailynews.com • Transportation • Maine
The opening of the Acadia Gateway Center, a new transit hub designed to alleviate traffic congestion in Acadia National Park, has been delayed until the end of July due to unforeseen logistical challenges.
chiemgau24.de • Transportation • Germany
A delayed train in Germany left passengers stranded at Rosenheim station after their connecting bus departed before their arrival, highlighting the lack of a formal waiting policy for connecting services.
actu.fr • Transportation • France
Tisséo, the public transport authority in Toulouse, is permanently closing several physical agencies in metro stations due to a shift towards digital services and the impact of ongoing construction projects.