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Newsby StaffApril 25, 2013

MTA track worker struck, killed by train

The victim, a 58-year-old, was pronounced dead at the scene and trains were delayed during the investigation.

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Newsby StaffApril 25, 2013

NJ Transit introduces mobile ticketing pilot

MyTix allows customers to purchase one-way tickets and monthly passes securely on their mobile devices for travel on the Pascack Valley Line, as well as between Penn Station New York and the Meadowlands Rail Station for special events.

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Newsby StaffApril 25, 2013

Calif.’s VTA promotes Bike to Work Day with contest

Agency partnered with a local bike shop for a bicycle giveaway. To enter, a person has to like VTA on Facebook and submit an entry form with a photo of the entrant using VTA, and a short note about why he or she would like to win the bicycle.

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Newsby StaffApril 25, 2013

30 MTA subway stations to offer wireless service

Allows users to make and receive cell phone calls, send text messages, stream music and play online mobile games. It also enables security services such as E911 that allow dispatchers to know when a call is being placed from an underground platform and the forthcoming Help Point Intercom system.

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ArticlesApril 24, 2013

Q&A with Denver RTD's Phillip A. Washington

Prior to Washington's transportation industry experience, he had a storied 24-year military career, retiring as a decorated active-duty U.S. Army soldier, having attained the rank of Command Sergeant Major.

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ArticlesCover StoryApril 24, 2013

Denver RTD Generating Innovative Ideas to Fuel Expansion

Initiatives pursued include boosting sales tax revenue, maximizing assets and creating a pooled savings account, while leadership programs and partnerships have helped bolster its workforce.

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ArticlesApril 24, 2013

Grand Central Terminal Endures as Transportation Icon

The “gateway to America” survived the threat of the wrecking ball, decline and disrepair, to emerge revitalized as a popular destination and lasting monument to New York City’s rebirth.

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ArticlesApril 24, 2013

Wulkan donates $50K to APTA Foundation

New scholarship will be known as the American Public Transportation Foundation (APTF) Business Member/Janie Wulkan Memorial Scholarship, in honor of his wife who died last summer.

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ArticlesApril 24, 2013

Tailored services take fans out to the ballpark

L.A. Metro is offering its Dodgers Stadium Express bus service for free to ticket holders, while Minneapolis’ Metro Transit brought fans to Target Field for the third year.

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Articlesby Nicole SchlosserApril 24, 2013

Transit agencies partner to prevent sexual assault

Teaming with advocacy groups to empower riders to stop sexual assault and harassment, using new campaigns and communication tools.

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