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NewsJanuary 22, 2026

Researchers Identify Top Risk Factors for Pedestrian-vehicle Crashes at Massachusetts Bus Stops

While their comprehensive analysis of bus stops focused on Massachusetts, the researchers are excited about the generalizability of the findings and application to other locations.

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Commuter rail riders wait on a station platform.
Newsby StaffJanuary 2, 2026

MBTA Activates New Commuter Rail Fare Gates at Boston’s South Station

Commuter rail fare gates are being introduced to passengers incrementally, with more fare gates expected to be in service following testing.

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Five people in business attire lined up shoveling dirt.
Newsby StaffNovember 10, 2025

Amtrak Breaks Ground on Multiple Yard Modernization Projects

New maintenance facilities and other yard upgrades will support state-of-the-art Airo trains set to enter service in 2027.

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Officials and community advocates cut a purple ribbon at Franklin Station.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 22, 2025

Boston's MBTA Celebrates Accessibility Upgrade at Franklin Station

The agency's innovative mini-high platform design brings level boarding to the Franklin/Foxboro Commuter Rail.

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A purple commuter train at the North Wilmington Station.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 6, 2025

Boston's MBTA Celebrates New North Wilmington Station

The new North Wilmington Station enhances accessibility, safety, and sustainability with modern amenities, community-driven design, and eco-conscious construction.

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An MBTA Orange Line passenger train driving through a station.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseAugust 25, 2025

Boston's MBTA Orange Line Reaches 55 MPH for First Time

Due to track upgrades, MBTA Orange Line trains will faster than before.

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An MBTA fare engagement representative looks on while a woman pays for her subway fare.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseAugust 22, 2025

Boston's MBTA To Launch Fare Checks This September

The agency's fare engagement representatives will issue warnings and citations to ensure a consistent fare payment systemwide.

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Newsby StaffMarch 25, 2025

Boston Celebrates Opening of South Coast Rail

For the first time in over 65 years, the cities and towns of southeastern Massachusetts will now have a passenger rail service to and from downtown Boston.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 9, 2025

Massachusetts Lands $102M in Federal Grants

The funding will benefit projects in communities across the state, including Longmeadow, Adams, North Adams, Williamstown, Pittsfield, Southbridge, Quincy, Boston, Somerville, and Revere.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseNovember 6, 2024

MBTA Successfully Completes Critical Track Work on Orange Line

The last nine speed restrictions were removed from the Orange Line, making it restriction-free for the first time in nearly 15 years.

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