All articles tagged with #lirr
Originally Published 23 days ago — by The New York Times
Starting January 4, Metro-North and LIRR passengers who repeatedly activate their mobile tickets after train departure will face an $8 fine, following a series of warnings, as part of new policy enforcement by the MTA to encourage timely ticket activation.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Gothamist
The Long Island Rail Road has avoided a strike until at least May after unions requested federal intervention, which delays any potential strike for eight months, ensuring continued service for its 300,000 daily riders amid ongoing contract negotiations.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Gothamist
Five unions representing nearly half of the Long Island Rail Road's workforce may strike as early as September 18 due to failed contract negotiations with the MTA, potentially disrupting service for nearly 300,000 daily riders. The MTA plans to implement shuttle buses and other measures to mitigate the impact, but warns that full service cannot be replaced. The dispute centers around wage increases and work rules, with unions demanding higher pay and the MTA citing already high salaries and cost concerns. A strike could significantly affect regional traffic, economy, and daily life.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
An LIRR rider was slashed in the face on a train in Queens in a horrifying attack, which was caught on video. The incident occurred when a 27-year-old man tried to board a Long Island Rail Road train and was confronted by a 32-year-old male suspect. The suspect repeatedly assaulted and slashed the victim with a box cutter, even using his own sneaker as a weapon, before being taken into custody. The victim was hospitalized, and the MTA condemned the attack, emphasizing that weapons have no place on trains. This comes after a separate violent incident on the subway where a man pulled out a gun, resulting in him being shot in self-defense.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by News 12 Long Island
An LIRR equipment train derailed near Queens Village, impacting service on the Hempstead, Huntington/Port Jefferson, Oyster Bay, and Ronkonkoma branches. Limited service is available in both directions, with delays and cancellations expected. Some trains are now being rerouted to their destinations.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WABC-TV
At least seven minor injuries have been reported after a Long Island Rail Road train derailed in Queens, east of Jamaica Station. The FDNY stated that eight cars of the train derailed, and the MTA is bringing in a rescue train to transport passengers to Jamaica Station. Eastbound trains are bypassing certain stations, and NYC Transit is cross-honoring on select buses.