Tag: Metropolitan Transportation Authority

Huntington/Port Jeff Branch Busiest for LIRR

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The Huntington/Port Jefferson branch recorded the most trips in the Long Island Rail Road system this year, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority said this week. The branch had 10.8 million trips, according to the report. The report also said that the LIRR station with the most Read More …

MTA to Add More Cars to Ease LIRR Train Overcrowding

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The MTA is adding extra cars to crowded Long Island Rail Road trains, starting Monday, to address commuter complaints about overcrowding that arose last week with the opening of Grand Central Madison service. Gov. Kathy Hochul directed  the LIRR to increase rush hour service to Read More …