BOSTON — Former Lynn Mayor Thomas M. McGee has been appointed by Gov. Maura Healey to be the next chair of the … [Read more...] about Thomas M. McGee to chair MBTA board
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Today’s page 1: 10-16-24
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Lynn illuminates railroad underpasses
Paul Halloran
LYNN – The City is spending $100,000 to install lighting on five railroad bridge underpasses, providing for … [Read more...] about Lynn illuminates railroad underpasses
Today’s page 1: 10-11-24
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Marblehead still not in MBTA compliance
Kelan Flynn
MARBLEHEAD — After Town Meeting members voted in May to reject the plan that would have put them in compliance … [Read more...] about Marblehead still not in MBTA compliance
The MBTA might need a bigger boat
Sophia Harris
BOSTON — Passengers on the MBTA's ferries were expected to experience some small delays for a big reason on … [Read more...] about The MBTA might need a bigger boat
MassDOT plans (hopes) to make Sumner Tunnel closure stress-free
Emily Rosenberg
LYNN — Representatives from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation are encouraging commuters to “ditch … [Read more...] about MassDOT plans (hopes) to make Sumner Tunnel closure stress-free
Today’s page 1: 5-7-24
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Lynn ferry service returns Monday
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Commuting from Lynn to Boston will get appreciably easier Monday when ferry service returns. The first boat … [Read more...] about Lynn ferry service returns Monday
Lynn ferry springs into service
Sidnee Short
LYNN — The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority has announced upcoming improvements to the Lynn ferry … [Read more...] about Lynn ferry springs into service
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Today’s page 1: 4-18-24
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No trains, no boats, but we got buses
Brianna McCadden
LYNN — The MBTA will suspend service for the Newburyport/Rockport Commuter Rail from April 20 through April … [Read more...] about No trains, no boats, but we got buses
Today’s page 1: 4-15-24
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Expanded ferry service setting sail for Lynn
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Ferry service is returning to Lynn in 2024, with a longer season and, for the first time ever, a weekend … [Read more...] about Expanded ferry service setting sail for Lynn
Lynn receives grant to upgrade MBTA Commuter Rail station
Sidnee Short
LYNN — Moving the River Works commuter rail station a third of a mile north of its present location and making … [Read more...] about Lynn receives grant to upgrade MBTA Commuter Rail station
Lynn receives $500K grant towards improving public transportation
Sidnee Short
LYNN — Lynn has received a $561,000 grant to "reimagine" the River Works commuter rail station by moving it … [Read more...] about Lynn receives $500K grant towards improving public transportation
MBTA service changes coming in March on Newburyport/Rockport line
Joel Barnes
The MBTA has announced service changes that will take effect in March on the Commuter Rail's … [Read more...] about MBTA service changes coming in March on Newburyport/Rockport line
MBTA looks to cut fares in half for low-income riders
Joel Barnes
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority and Department of Transitional Assistance are proposing a … [Read more...] about MBTA looks to cut fares in half for low-income riders
MBTA to provide free service after 8 p.m. on New Year’s Eve
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The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) announced Friday that free service on all modes will be … [Read more...] about MBTA to provide free service after 8 p.m. on New Year’s Eve
Commuter Rail service returns to Lynn
James Jennings
LYNN — MBTA Commuter Rail service returned to Lynn on Monday. Commuters returned to the temporary platforms … [Read more...] about Commuter Rail service returns to Lynn