How will the Infrastructure Act benefit New York?

The infrastructure bill will bring billions of dollars to New York to help fund transportation projects statewide. This includes about $ 10.5 billion dollars earmarked for the MTA. Meanwhile, in a statement, Governor Hochul responded to the bill’s passage, saying, “New York will be able to make critical investments in our roads, bridges and transit. … Read more

Hochul presents plan to rebuild ‘Penn Station’

At a press conference Wednesday afternoon, Hochul announced a plan for the Midtown Transit Center that will include a new train lobby with entry to natural light, higher ceilings, new escalators, stairs and elevators, and a lobby. underground pedestrian that connects the station with Herald Square. The project will take four to five years to … Read more

Hochul makes first direct LIRR trip to Grand Central

Governor Hochul made the first direct trip from the Long Island Rail Road to Grand Central Station. The test drive began early in the morning in Nassau County and was accompanied by MTA leaders who introduced him to the project. The service to the public is expected to start next year, once the final details … Read more

Open Streets Program to Change Jackson Heights Roadway

The open streets program will bring big changes to the Jackson Heights neighborhood, according to a new plan from the Department of Transportation. According to Myrna Tinoco, organizer of Amigos del Parque Lineal on Avenida 34: “I think it is a good start but they have removed the barriers and have not changed aspects or … Read more

Assault in a car on the N line of the subway in Brooklyn

Police are searching for suspects in connection with a violent robbery inside a Brooklyn subway car on the N line. On Thursday, around midnight, two individuals approached a 60-year-old subject. One of the attackers took out a compressed air pistol and demanded his belongings. When the victim refused the order, the second individual hit him … Read more

Passenger released caused crash landing at LaGuardia

The passenger who forced a flight from Indianapolis to land due to suspected suspicious behavior will not face charges for what happened. Republic Airlines flight 4817 made an emergency landing yesterday, around 3 pm, on the LaGuardia airport runway. Authorities report that the passengers were concerned that the subject acted erratically while searching for their … Read more

Biden and dozens of other leaders in NY UN Assembly

For drivers like José, the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly – which took over Midtown East on Monday – has been, since the inauguration, a headache. “It is completely congested. We know that whenever the United Nations week is there, there is always congestion, but add to this the construction and repairs … Read more

MTA Announces Changes to Line D Service for Brooklyn

Starting today and for the next three months, subway users heading south to Brooklyn will find service changes. This is due to the works being carried out by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) to protect its infrastructure against future storms. Line D will not operate between Bay 50 Street and Coney Island-Stillwell Avenue stations. This … Read more

Renew MTA shuttle line on 42nd Street in Manhattan

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) inaugurated a renovated line shuttle that will serve between stations on 42nd Street, linking the Grand Central stops with Times Square. Among the improvements, a broader platform stands out. – This makes it easier for passengers to move inside and more accessible for people with wheelchairs. Officials also unveiled a … Read more

Vehicle Congestion Plan in Manhattan

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and the state and municipal Transportation departments announce that they received federal approval to begin the environmental assessment and public outreach processes for the call Vehicle Congestion Plan in Manhattan. This traffic congestion proposal requires a fee for vehicles traveling south of 60th Street in Manhattan. The MTA indicates that … Read more