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Founded in 1983, Metro-North Railroad is a commuter rail service managed by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), an authority of New York State. Metro-North goes to 120 different stations in seven counties in New York and two counties in Connecticut. According to its website, the average weekday ridership is 270,000. Roughly 49% of those riders are commuters to Manhattan.  Show more »
Founded in 1983, Metro-North Railroad is a commuter rail service managed by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), an authority of New York State. Metro-North goes to 120 different stations in seven counties in New York and two counties in Connecticut. According to its website, the average weekday ridership is 270,000. Roughly 49% of those riders are commuters to Manhattan.  « Show less

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    Oct 31, 2011 |Story| WPIX-LTV

  1. Rare, Deadly October Storm Hangs On In Northeast

    REUTERS
    One of the darkest Halloweens ever loomed for roughly 2.8 million households left without power on Sunday by a rare October snowstorm in the Northeast that bedeviled transportation and killed at least eight people. Jack-o'-lanterns peeked through record-...

    Tags: Air Transportation Industry, Colchester, Milford (New Haven, Connecticut), Environmental Issues, Pedro E. Segarra

    2. Aug 26, 2011 |Story| WPIX-LTV

  2. Bloomberg Orders Mandatory Evacuations For Low-Lying Areas Of NYC

    New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg isn't taking any chances with Hurricane Irene, ordering a first-ever mandatory evacuation for all New Yorkers living in low-lying areas of the city.
    New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg isn't taking any chances with Hurricane Irene, ordering a first-ever mandatory evacuation for all New Yorkers living in low-lying areas of the city. Bloomberg said residents living in Zone-A SEE ALL NEW YORK CITY...

    Tags: Natural Disasters, New York, Disasters, Health, Manhattan (New York City)

    3. Aug 29, 2011 |Story| WPIX-LTV

  3. Most MTA Subway, LIRR Service Restored Monday

    While an exact time for complete MTA service to be restored is unknown, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and MTA Chairman Jay Walder announced that restoration will begin at 6 a.m. Monday.
    Staff reporter
    While an exact time for complete MTA service to be restored is unknown, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and MTA Chairman Jay Walder announced that restoration will begin at 6 a.m. Monday. The restoration plan will have some lines on the subways, buses and...

    Tags: Staten Island (New York City), Long Beach (Nassau, New York), Hicksville, Subway Transportation, Bronx (New York City)

    4. Jan 18, 2011 |Story| WPIX-LTV

  4. Tired of snow? New York area adds sleet, freezing rain to rush-hour commute

    A mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain iced over roads, driveways and sidewalks from Delaware up into New England on Tuesday, making for a slippery and messy morning commute.
    Associated Press
    A mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain iced over roads, driveways and sidewalks from Delaware up into New England on Tuesday, making for a slippery and messy morning commute. Patricia Ricciardi, 49, used a tissue to wipe sludge off the cuffs of her...

    Tags: Vermont, Commuting, Weather, New Jersey, Vehicles

    5. Jan 12, 2011 |Story| WPIX-LTV

  5. MTA: Service Changes On Railroads; Subway, Bus Service Normal

    The Metropolitan Transportation Authority announced several service changes Wednesday due to the New York City's declaration of a weather emergency for the overnight snow storm that hit the Tri-State area. The MTA is urging all sommuters to allow for extra travel time.
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    The Metropolitan Transportation Authority announced several service changes Wednesday due to the New York City's declaration of a weather emergency for the overnight snow storm that hit the Tri-State area. The MTA is urging all sommuters to allow for...

    Tags: New York, Bronx (New York City), Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Connecticut, Railway Transportation

    6. Jan 27, 2011 |Story| WPIX-LTV

  6. MTA Service Update for Afternoon Rush Hour

    The MTA has been working hard to restore full service in the aftermath of a storm that dumped nineteen inches of snow on New York City and more than a foot of snow in other parts of the region. While we have restored service across the entire system, recovery efforts are ongoing and customers may still experience some delays and cancellations. While the storm has passed, we continue to urge all of our customers to walk carefully on platforms and stairs, and to take special care when boarding or exiting buses or trains.
    The MTA has been working hard to restore full service in the aftermath of a storm that dumped nineteen inches of snow on New York City and more than a foot of snow in other parts of the region. While we have restored service across the entire system,...

    Tags: Staten Island (New York City), Subway Transportation, Trips and Vacations, New York, Danbury

    7. Aug 11, 2010 |Story| WPIX-LTV

  7. Mocker: MTA Buying 270 Luxury Watches For Retirees

    Just as the MTA is preparing to lay off another 200 transit workers, and it's telling New Yorkers to get ready for fare hikes, the cash-strapped authority is looking to spend a small fortune on fancy goodbye gifts for 270 select employees.
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    Just as the MTA is preparing to lay off another 200 transit workers, and it's telling New Yorkers to get ready for fare hikes, the cash-strapped authority is looking to spend a small fortune on fancy goodbye gifts for 270 select employees. According to a...
    8. Aug 12, 2010 |Story| WPIX-LTV

  8. Mocker: Bad Timing for MTA to Purchase Pocket Watches?

    Friday morning, 200 transit workers will be getting pink slips. As they turn in their badges and uniforms, the MTA is standing by a tradition of giving pocket watches to Metro North retirees.
    Friday morning, 200 transit workers will be getting pink slips. As they turn in their badges and uniforms, the MTA is standing by a tradition of giving pocket watches to Metro North retirees. PIX 11 News Reporter Greg Mocker learned of the procurement...

    Tags: Retirement, Career and Workplace, Long Island Rail Road, Transportation, Railway Transportation

    9. Aug 31, 2010 |Story| WPIX-LTV

  9. Mocker: There's Always More to MTA's Money Stories

    As the Metropolitan Transportation Authority is taking steps to save money on bottled water and roll out a new fare payment system, PIX 11 News reporter Greg Mocker discovered the MTA failed to mention pricey details about both deals.
    As the Metropolitan Transportation Authority is taking steps to save money on bottled water and roll out a new fare payment system, PIX 11 News reporter Greg Mocker discovered the MTA failed to mention pricey details about both deals. This week, as MTA...

    Tags: Metropolitan Transportation Authority

    10. Oct 11, 2010 |Story| WPIX-LTV

  10. Columbus Day Parade Street, Business Closures

    The New York City Department of Transportation has closed several streets in Manhattan for the City's annual Columbus Day Parade on Monday. Several government agencies and businesses are also closed for the holiday.
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    The New York City Department of Transportation has closed several streets in Manhattan for the City's annual Columbus Day Parade on Monday. Several government agencies and businesses are also closed for the holiday. The 66th Annual Columbus Day Parade...

    Tags: NYSE, Emergency Planning, New York, Foreign Aid, Manhattan (New York City)

    11. Feb 26, 2010 |Story| WPIX-LTV

  11. Big Storm

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    An amputee missing both legs was arrested Thursday after police said he was wheeled into a busy New York City train station and planted a bomb. Police found the bomb before it could detonate, but the discovery interrupted regional train lines briefly and...

    Tags: Unrest, Conflicts and War, New York, New York City, Metropolitan Transportation Authority

    12. Jan 15, 2010 |Story| WPIX-LTV

  12. New MTA Chief Announces Major Overhaul Plans

    Jay Walder, the new chief executive of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, has marked his first 100 days in office by releasing a 24-page report outlining his plans for a major system overhaul on Friday.
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    Jay Walder, the new chief executive of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, has marked his first 100 days in office by releasing a 24-page report outlining his plans for a major system overhaul on Friday. "We will do what every business in the...

    Tags: Long Island Rail Road, Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Railway Transportation, Transportation, Travel

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