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Newsby StaffMay 21, 2012

Boston gets new senior transportation service

ITNGreaterBoston started by advocacy group Health Resources in Action, began providing rides to seniors in January, and will be expanding its service to other communities over the next several years.

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Newsby StaffMay 18, 2012

Iowa opens $137M multimodal project

The Historic Millwork District multimodal improvement project provides more transportation options and reconstructed the street networks to better serve a broad range of users, including drivers, public transportation, pedestrians, bicyclists, seniors, children and people with disabilities.

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ArticlesMay 17, 2012

Five Questions: IndyGo President/CEO Michael Terry

IndyGo president/CEO joined the agency in August 2003 as director, business development, responsible for marketing, communications, government and community relations, and planning and growth strategies.

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ArticlesMay 17, 2012

Operators, mechanics test skills at APTA’s bus Roadeo

The International Bus Roadeo, held in conjunction with APTA’s Bus and Paratransit Conference in Long Beach, Calif., gave operators and mechanics the chance to compete against the best.

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Newsby StaffMay 17, 2012

2012 APTA Bus & Paratransit Conference show highlights: Part 2

The final day featured info-packed sessions on coordinating paratransit service, sustainability, technology, a lively show floor and interactive safety sessions.

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Newsby StaffMay 16, 2012

METRO publisher promoted to VP

Frank Di Giacomo’s new title is part of the changes brought on by METRO parent Bobit Business Media’s recent acquisition of Newport Business Media.

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Newsby StaffMay 16, 2012

MV, First Transit win Sun Metro contracts

The total estimated cost for both contracts is $43.4 million. The contracts are for five-year terms, with an option for two additional years.

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Newsby StaffMay 15, 2012

2012 APTA Bus & Paratransit show highlights: Part 1

Days one and two packed with the International Bus Roadeo, Bus Display and informational sessions.

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Newsby StaffMay 15, 2012

APTA, BAF: Pass fully-funded transportation bill

Groups released a study predicting that record numbers of Americans will turn to public transportation as a cost-cutting measure in the face of volatile gas prices. To meet this impending surge in demand, they are calling on Congress to pass a multi-year, fully funded surface transportation bill.

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Newsby StaffMay 14, 2012

Erie, Pa. transit partners with colleges to boost ridership

The transit system, which projects serving 3.6 million riders in 2012 — a 32% increase, also credits restructured routes, improved customer service among other changes.

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