Metro-North

Metro-North is on track to receive $4 billion in federal COVID relief, money that will put off cuts to services and staff. “This takes layoffs off the table for 2021 and we’re thrilled about that,” said Catherine Rinaldi, president of MTA Metro-North. Employees said the lifeline is critical. “Feeding our families again and keeping the economy going, by keeping us…

Metro-North ridership has been down dramatically during the pandemic, but now the railroad will be able to keep running through 2021 after receiving $4 billion in aid from the federal government.

Police have identified the person killed in a car crash on Route 8 North in Beacon Falls on Monday. The highway was closed Monday afternoon after a serious crash in the area of exit 23. State police said a car was traveling north on Route 8 when it lost control for an unknown reason and veered off the roadway to…

Route 8 North is shut down in Beacon Falls after a serious crash and state police said the initial report is that a vehicle landed on the railroad tracks below. Rail service is also shut down and traffic is being diverted, according to state police. State police said Route 8 North is closed in the area of exit 24 and…

Metro-North is shutting service down early on Wednesday due to the forecast for snow. Connecticut is expected to get up to 16 inches of snow between tonight and Thursday and Metro-North said the railroad will implement an early shutdown of its services. They said Metro-North employees will spread salt and clear platforms and stairs of snow and ice, keep signals,…

U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal says Metro-North faces an existential crisis amid the COVID-19 pandemic, called it a “fiscal tsunami” and is urging Congress to provide for relief for the Metropolitan Transit Authority. The Metropolitan Transit Authority said it is considering laying off thousands of employees and making deep reductions to subway service and a news conference was held in...

Moderna says its COVID-19 vaccine was 94.1% effective during trials and that they will submit a request for emergency use authorization to the FDA.

When COVID-19 hit the U.S., event and wedding planners had to pivot fast. Instead of packed corporate halls and crowded wedding dance floors, they were suddenly producing virtual ceremonies and intimate outdoor receptions. Even once the pandemic is over, some of these trends may last. NBCLX contributor Alex Wohleber talked to event planners about how their industry has changed.

Without another stimulus effort from Washington, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority is prepared to decide on “draconian” service cuts and layoffs after sounding the alarm for months of a multi-billion dollar shortfall brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Significant budget-saving measures could be decided on as soon as next month and approved by December, MTA Chairman Pat Foye said Friday. “Our…

Metro-North is accepting cash payments on all trains again. The rail service stopped accepting cash on trains because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Customers can also use cash to purchase tickets at Metro-North ticket vending machines. Tickets can also be purchased electronically on MTA eTix.  Metro-North customers and employees are required to wear a face mask or covering on all...

While the morning and evening commute still doesn’t look the same during the pandemic, more trains are being added back into service in Connecticut. On Monday, there will be more CT Rail Hartford Line trains departing Hartford and New Haven, and between those cities and Springfield too. Customers can now sign up for service alerts by text or email,...

CT Rail and Metro North Will both offer more trains for riders beginning on Monday.

As Phase Two of reopening Connecticut approaches, Metro-North is getting back up and running, too. Union Station in New Haven said they are taking steps to keep up with the increase in passengers, especially with New York beginning Phase One of reopening. Here’s what you need to know before coming to any of the Connecticut or New York train...

As Phase Two of reopening Connecticut approaches, Metro North is getting back up and running, too. Union Station in New Haven said they are taking steps to keep up with the increase in passengers, especially with New York beginning Phase One of reopening.

As more businesses that closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic begin to open, Metro-North has made some changes that will affect the way people commute. Face masks or face coverings are required on Metro-North property and floor decals have been added to give a visual indication of social distancing space at some locations. The changes come as Phase One of…

Starting Friday, employees and customers of Metro-North will be required to wear face masks or coverings while riding in New York state, in keeping with the executive order issued by New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo earlier this week. Connecticut customers are also urged to wear a face covering. There will be exceptions allowed for those who cannot wear a covering…

Metro-North is changing their schedule to operate hourly starting Monday, April 13. The decision comes after a reduction in ridership by more than 95 percent as customers are staying at home as a precaution against COVID-19, according to Metro-North. The change will impact the Hudson, Harlem and New Haven Lines seven days a week. “We would like to remind customers…

Metro-North Railroad will begin an amended Saturday schedule, called “Essential Service,” beginning Friday, March 27. The new schedule will be in place on the Hudson, Harlem and New Haven lines until further notice, the railroad announced Thursday. As part of the new schedule, additional trains will be running in the morning and afternoon peak periods, with hourly service during off-peak…