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Some T trains are sooo loud, sound meter finds

bostonglobe.com Transportation Boston

A sound level meter reveals the surprisingly high decibel levels of Boston's 'T' trains at various stations, prompting discussion on noise pollution and its impact on rider experience and health.

South Coast Rail adds fare-free weekday service through March

heraldnews.com Transportation Massachusetts

Massachusetts' South Coast Rail is launching with free weekday and weekend fares through March and April, respectively, to celebrate the return of passenger rail service after 65 years.

Tram festival coming up in Kolkata as Bengal govt looks to close transport service - The Hindu

thehindu.com Transportation India

Kolkata will host a four-day tram festival highlighting the importance of preserving trams and the Sunderbans mangrove ecosystem in the fight against climate change.

Meet Roberto D’Andrea, Kolkata tram’s strongest ally from Australia - The Hindu

thehindu.com Transportation India

Roberto D'Andrea, a former Melbourne tram conductor, has been instrumental in supporting Kolkata's tram system through the Tramjatra initiative, but worries about its future due to the West Bengal government's lack of support.

El descuento en el transporte público de Euskadi bajará al 40% a partir de julio | El Correo

elcorreo.com Transportation Spain

Starting in July, public transportation discounts in the Basque Country will decrease from 50% to 40%, a change driven by reduced government funding.

Long Island Bus - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

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.

New Bedford, Fall River MBTA Trains Experience Weekend Issues

wbsm.com Transportation Massachusetts

Initial South Coast Rail service between Boston and New Bedford/Fall River experienced delays and cancellations due to crew availability issues and a near-miss accident involving a school bus.

El Cercanías del Guadalhorce bate récord histórico de viajeros, que claman por su ampliación | Diario Sur

diariosur.es Transportation Spain

Record ridership on Málaga's C2 commuter rail line highlights the growing need for expansion due to increased population and limited road infrastructure.

Te felle fietslampen in het vizier: ‘Ik ben toch goed zichtbaar, klinkt het dan. Maar dat is niet het enige doel’ | De Morgen

demorgen.be Transportation Belgium

The article discusses the increasing problem of excessively bright bicycle lights in Belgium, highlighting the lack of clear regulations and the resulting safety concerns for other road users.

הכאוס התחבורתי הצפוי בירושלים: המקטע המרכזי של הרכבת הקלה יושבת בקיץ - אנרגיה ותשתיות

themarker.com Transportation Israel

Delays in completing Jerusalem's Red Line light rail extensions will cause significant transportation chaos this summer, as a key section of the line will be shut down for connection to the Green Line.

El Intercity a Madrid hace su viaje inaugural medio vacío y con 15 minutos de retraso hasta Miranda | La Rioja

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.

LI Bus changes its stripes - Newsday

newsday.com Transportation New York

Long Island Bus is switching from painting blue stripes on its buses to using vinyl decals, saving the MTA an estimated $375,000 annually and improving environmental friendliness.

Sydney fish market ferry plan troubles rowers, kayakers

smh.com.au Transportation Australia

A proposed new ferry route to the Sydney Fish Market is causing concern among rowers and kayakers in Blackwattle Bay due to potential safety hazards and lack of consultation.

List of long-distance bus services in Tayside, Fife and Stirling

thecourier.co.uk Transportation Scotland

This article details numerous long-distance bus services connecting Tayside, Fife, and Stirling to various destinations across Scotland and the UK, including newly launched routes to major airports.

MBTA weekend South Coast Rail trains canceled, causing delays

heraldnews.com Transportation Massachusetts

Multiple MBTA South Coast Rail trains were canceled due to staffing shortages, causing significant delays for passengers traveling to and from New Bedford and Fall River.

Neuer Anlauf: Ein Bus soll den Sundgau besser mit Basel verbinden

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.

MBTA commuter rail reduced fares: Who qualifies and how to apply

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.

Trotz Bahnhof-Sanierung Ottweiler: Lücke von Bahnsteig zu Zug

saarbruecker-zeitung.de Transportation Germany

Despite ongoing renovations at Ottweiler train station in Germany, a dangerous gap between the platform and trains remains a concern for passengers.

New bus service to link Dundee, Perth, Stirling and Glasgow Airport

thecourier.co.uk Transportation Scotland

A new Flixbus service will connect Dundee, Perth, and Stirling to Glasgow Airport, starting April 17th, with fares starting from £4.49.

Long Island Rail Road Ends Service to Belmont Park - The New York Times

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.

Gov. Hochul can finally fix Penn Station mess

nydailynews.com Transportation New York

Governor Hochul's halting of a Penn Station expansion plan presents an opportunity to address the station's underlying management issues, which stem from a lack of unified control among multiple agencies.

South Coast Rail canceled MBTA trains: How to sign up for alerts

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.

Return of Pullman-Moscow bus route?

dnews.com Transportation USA

Officials in Pullman and Moscow are exploring the possibility of reinstating an intercity bus route, facing challenges in securing funding and addressing potential concerns from local businesses.

Brussels-Nivelles service suspended for Easter weekend

brusselstimes.com Transportation Belgium

Rail service between Nivelles and Brussels will be completely suspended for the Easter weekend due to necessary track maintenance and upgrades.

Zürich: E-Scooter als Elterntaxis rufen die Polizei auf den Plan

nzz.ch Transportation Switzerland

Zurich police are addressing the increasing use of e-scooters by parents as a means of transporting their children to school, highlighting safety concerns and traffic regulations.

Overhead LIRR electrification a cheaper alternative, study says - Newsday

newsday.com Transportation New York

A new study proposes a cheaper method to electrify the Long Island Rail Road using overhead wires instead of a third rail, potentially saving billions of dollars but requiring a new train fleet.

Bus statt Bahn: Einschränkungen im Verkehr von der Schweiz nach Mailand bis 2027

nzz.ch Transportation Europe

Due to construction work, train routes between Switzerland and Milan will be disrupted until at least 2027, forcing passengers to use bus replacements.

South Coast Rail service disruption leaves riders stranded, skeptical of commuter line

bostonglobe.com Transportation Massachusetts

The newly launched South Coast Rail line in Massachusetts is facing significant service disruptions due to staffing shortages, leaving commuters stranded and skeptical of the system's reliability.

MTA: Long Island Bus faces deepest cuts - Newsday

newsday.com Transportation New York

Facing a $26 million funding shortfall, the Long Island Bus system is slated for drastic service cuts this spring, potentially halving its routes and impacting 100,000 daily riders.

Unreliable service plagues MBTA South Coast Rail's first month

boston.com Transportation Massachusetts

The MBTA's new South Coast Rail line has experienced significant issues during its first month, including cancellations, delays, and the frequent use of shuttle buses.