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transportation1 year ago

Amtrak Faulted for Major NJ Transit Disruptions After Power Line Issues

A fallen overhead wire in Kearny, NJ, caused a major disruption on Amtrak and New Jersey Transit trains, halting service between Manhattan and Newark and affecting thousands of commuters. The incident, which led to delays of over four hours and forced many to use expensive ride-hail services, highlights the consequences of decades of underinvestment in the rail system. Despite recent federal funding, Amtrak is still catching up on necessary improvements.

via The New York Times|
#amtrak#commuter-disruption#infrastructure
us-news1 year ago

Penn Station Train Services Disrupted by Downed Power Lines

A power outage caused by fallen electrical wires in New Jersey halted Amtrak and New Jersey Transit services along the Northeast Corridor, stranding thousands of commuters and travelers from New York to Washington. The disruption began at 5:05 p.m. and led to significant delays and cancellations, with some trains terminating in Philadelphia. Service resumed later in the evening, but residual delays were expected to continue into Thursday.

via The New York Times|
#amtrak#new-jersey-transit#northeast-corridor
transportation1 year ago

"NJ Transit Approves 15% Fare Hike Despite Protests and Pleas"

New Jersey Transit has approved a 15% fare hike for railroads, bus routes, and light rail lines starting in July, with monthly passes for some lines increasing to $342. This comes as New York plans to impose a $15 daily toll on drivers, sparking concerns about the financial burden on commuters. NJ Transit's financial struggles are expected to worsen, with deficits projected to reach nearly $780 million by 2026. Meanwhile, New Jersey politicians are challenging New York's congestion fee in court, arguing that it unfairly targets New Jersey commuters.

via New York Post |
#commuters#congestion-toll#fare-hike
business-politics1 year ago

"Murphy's Proposal: New Tax on Top Businesses to Fund N.J. Transit"

Governor Philip D. Murphy of New Jersey is set to propose reinstating a corporate business tax of 11.5 percent for companies with profits exceeding $10 million, up from the previous threshold of $1 million, in an effort to address the financial challenges of New Jersey Transit. The tax, if adopted, is expected to apply to 600-700 companies and generate approximately $800 million annually, with the revenue earmarked for New Jersey Transit starting in mid-2026. Murphy views this as a "corporate transit fee" and not an alternative to the fare increases planned by New Jersey Transit.

via The New York Times|
#business-politics#business-tax#corporate-surcharge
transportation2 years ago

"Amtrak and NJ Transit Resume Service After Signal Issues Cause Delays"

Amtrak and New Jersey Transit rail service in and out of New York City resumed after being suspended due to a GPS server issue causing communication problems with signals and switches. Commuters were advised to expect delays, and while service had resumed by noon, it was subject to disruptions. The suspensions caused havoc during the Friday morning commute, with passengers expressing frustration over the lack of announcements and information provided.

via WABC-TV|
#amtrak#delays#new-jersey-transit