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Newsby StaffJuly 29, 2013

Report: N.Y. subway stations not always wheelchair accessible

Many have gaps greater than three inches between the platform and the train door. N.Y. MTA designers are working on options to mark disabled boarding areas and filling the gaps with higher platforms.

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Newsby StaffJuly 29, 2013

N.Y. MTA to sell naming rights to subway stations

The first-of-its-kind plan comes amid projected deficits of $240 million a year through 2016.

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Newsby StaffJuly 18, 2013

16 transit systems awarded TSA ‘Gold Standard’ rating

Assessment includes a review of topics such as an agency's security plans, security training, drills/exercise programs, public outreach efforts and background check programs. Systems honored include N.Y. MTA, Boston’s MBTA and San Francisco’s BART.

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Newsby StaffJuly 15, 2013

San Francisco MTA unveils TEP draft report

Initiatives under the TEP Draft Implementation Strategy include travel time reduction proposals, service changes and associated systemwide infrastructure, terminal and transfer points improvements, overhead wire expansion and long-term studies.

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Newsby StaffJuly 11, 2013

Md. MTA to continue some commuter service

The decision follows vocal support from more than 100 passengers and elected officials, who testified or offered written comments in support of the service, during a series of public hearings held in early June.

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Newsby StaffJuly 3, 2013

MTA, Metro-North unveils Grand Central mobile app

Seamlessly integrates real-time Metro-North train status and track updates, along with the definitive guide to Grand Central’s retail, dining and event locations.

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Newsby StaffJuly 2, 2013

N.Y. MTA to swap out hybrid bus engines for diesel

The main reason for the swap is financial, as warranties expire on the hybrid engines, the city will have to take on the added cost of maintaining hybrid systems.

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Newsby StaffJune 27, 2013

N.Y. MTA's Kupferman dies

At various times in her career, Kupferman served the MTA as deputy executive director for policy, planning and capital programs; chief operating officer; member of the MTA board; president of MTA, bridges and tunnels; and senior advisor to the chairman.

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Newsby StaffJune 21, 2013

Prendergast confirmed as N.Y. MTA chairman/CEO

He has served as the MTA interim executive director since January 2013. He replaces Joseph Lhota.

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Newsby StaffJune 17, 2013

MTA awards 10th Second Ave. Subway contract

Valued at approximately $208.3 million, the contract was awarded to the 86th Street Constructors Joint Venture, a joint venture of Schiavone Construction Co. LLC and John P. Picone Inc.

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