BROADWAY STATION - In a last minute festive move, the MBTA has rebranded the slow zone-plagued Red Line as a “Tunnel Of Love” in honor of Valentine’s Day. “Today, the slow zones are completely intentional,” says an MBTA spokesperson. “We want to give riders the chance to spend extra time underground, enjoying the romantic ride with their date. For single riders, who knows, … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day In Boston: MBTA Rebrands Red Line’s Slow Underground Commute As “Tunnel Of Love’
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MBTA Train Left In The Dust By 5-Year-Old On Tricycle
The child, who reportedly just learned to ride her tricycle today, received multiple desperate requests from late commuters on the train hoping to hitch a ride on the far faster vehicle. … [Read more...] about MBTA Train Left In The Dust By 5-Year-Old On Tricycle
Green Line Extension FINALLY Bringing Shitty, Sporadic T Service To Somerville And Medford
MEDFORD—The long-anticipated Somerville/Medford Green Line Extension opened on Monday, fulfilling a decades-old promise to finally bring shitty, sporadic T service to East Somerville, Medford, and Tufts University. The project suffered several years of construction delays and cost overruns before it was able to eventually deliver on the MBTA’s long-term goal of bringing … [Read more...] about Green Line Extension FINALLY Bringing Shitty, Sporadic T Service To Somerville And Medford
Circles Of Hell In Dante’s Inferno Translated Into Orange Line Train Wait Times
1st Circle: Limbo Hey guy, I know these circles. I’ve been riding the Orange Line alone since I was a kid. What’s ya name? Oh, Virgil, that had to be tough growing up. I’m fine. I don’t need a guide down here. How long could limbo be? Nice red shirt though. Go find someone else with a question. 2nd Circle: Lust Whoa that new train has some nice looking cars. I … [Read more...] about Circles Of Hell In Dante’s Inferno Translated Into Orange Line Train Wait Times
Green Line Extension Delayed Another Six Months Due To Single Leaf On Tracks
“As you can see, the leaf looks extra crunchy, so we are taking special precautions. We’re currently drafting a Leaf Removal Plan (LRP) and will then be seeking proposals from contractors to find the right partner to solve this crisis,” explain the MBTA PR director. “Safety is our number one concern at the MBTA. Our track record shows that.” … [Read more...] about Green Line Extension Delayed Another Six Months Due To Single Leaf On Tracks