The bumper sticker plastered to the rear of the pickup in front of me reads ‘please let me merge before I start crying’. Behind me, an angry mob are starting to sharpen their pitchforks and light their torches. The next stop beckons, and I’m not going to make it on time. There’s nothing I can do. For I am Bus …
Read More »Philadelphia Transit Cuts Take Hold, and Commuters Begin to Feel the Pain The New York Times SEPTA cuts have begun. What do you need to know about the changes? WHYY SEPTA riders scrambling to find alternate routes with cuts in effect 6abc Philadelphia Phillies fans slowed but not deterred by SEPTA service cuts Inquirer.com SEPTA service cuts take effect on Sunday: Here’s what you …
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SHREWSBURY, Pa. — A truckload of hot dogs spilled across a Pennsylvania interstate Friday after a crash that briefly clogged the heavily traveled artery in both directions. Crews were stuck with a job they did not relish — rolling up the scattered tube steaks for disposal. “Once those leave the truck and hit the road, that’s all garbage, and it’s …
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Severe weather and flooding impacted Thursday evening’s commute around the New York City area. Earlier Thursday afternoon, the potential for severe storms and flash flooding prompted New York Gov. Kathy Hochul to declare a state of emergency in several counties. Parts of Queens seemed to get the worst of it. MTA Chairman & CEO Janno Lieber and LIRR President Rob Free provided …
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