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East River Tunnel repairs could upend LIRR commutes. Here's why Amtrak and the MTA are feuding.
The two tunnels pegged for repairs — known as Line 1 and Line 2 — are primarily used by Amtrak, which runs trains up to Boston over the Hell Gate Line that begins in Queens, and NJ Transit, which ...
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Officials unveil Mastic-Shirley LIRR station’s $7.5 million renovation
new station signage, a LIRR system map, new benches, granite seating and a granite planter. “We are thrilled to welcome ...
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LIRR pushes back against Amtrak for May 23 closure of East River Tunnel lines
The MTA fired back at Amtrak on Thursday after the federal rail network held a media tour of an East River tunnel to explain ...
LIRR hit with disruptions into Penn Station due to Amtrak work near East River Tunnel
The LIRR said the issues stemmed from an Amtrak power problem in a tube of the East River Tunnel. Amtrak said crews were ...
LIRR trains into Penn Station experienced delays, cancellations due to tunnel power issue
Long Island Rail Road passengers faced delays and cancellations heading to Penn Station on Wednesday morning, the rail agency ...