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Newsby StaffDecember 30, 2008

Maryland transit announces service cuts

The commuter service reductions, the largest in MTA’s recent history, were required in order for MTA to reduce its budget in response to dramatic declines in revenue to the Maryland Transportation Trust Fund.

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Newsby StaffDecember 30, 2008

Colorado Railcar to fold

The company was attempting to rejuvenate passenger railcar manufacturing in the U.S., and featured diesel multiple-unit equipment options, but actual purchases were limited.

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Newsby StaffDecember 30, 2008

Washington Metro to honor safety

The “Night of the Stars” event will recognize the accomplishments of Metro’s front-line employees who have reached significant milestones in the safe operation of the Metro transit system.

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Newsby StaffDecember 29, 2008

NYCT rider report cards released for M Line

NYCT received 900 Rider Report Cards from riders rating the M service. Out of those responses, 848 returned via mail and another 52 responses were received through the Internet.

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Newsby StaffDecember 29, 2008

Signs to be installed at 86 DC Metro stations

The new signs, which have begun to be installed this week, are customized for each station entrance and address prohibited activities in the Metrorail system.

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Newsby StaffDecember 23, 2008

Welbes named new FTA executive director

In his new position, Welbes will be accountable for providing executive leadership and continuity for the day-to-day administration and operation of the full range of FTA's responsibilities.

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Newsby StaffDecember 23, 2008

NYCT rolls out ‘new technology’ cars

Features include computer-monitored throttles and speedometers for better control and smoother ride and an onboard, computerized diagnostic system that allows quicker repair when a failure does occur.

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Newsby StaffDecember 23, 2008

METRO Briefs

Motorcoach company loaning insurance. Charter service selling luxury inauguration train trip. Fare hackers team with MBTA.

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Newsby StaffDecember 22, 2008

FRA to create positive train control regulations

Developing the new rules is a necessary first step to specify how the technically complex PTC systems must function and describe how FRA will assess a railroad’s PTC implementation plan before it can become operational.

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Newsby StaffDecember 22, 2008

Calif. High-Speed Rail deputy director named ‘Woman of the Year’

Annual award honors “a woman who is an outstanding role model and has contributed to the advancement of women and minorities in transportation.”

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