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NJ Transit Reports $3.9M Deficit from FIFA World Cup Operations at MetLife Stadium

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Lower Ridership and Penn Station Shutdowns: The Real Cost of NJ Transit’s World Cup Service

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Ridgewood NJ, New Jersey Transit posted a net financial loss of nearly $4 million while providing transit services during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, though agency leadership noted the tournament performed far better financially than standard special events at MetLife Stadium.

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Travel Warning: Six Weeks of Major Disruptions Coming for NJ Transit and Amtrak Riders in Early 2026

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Heads Up, Commuters: New Portal Bridge Work Will Force Major Rail Service Changes

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Ridgewood NJ, Commuters relying on NJ Transit and Amtrak between New Jersey and New York Penn Station face significant travel disruption in early 2026. The cause? The final, complicated stage of construction on the new $2.3 billion Portal North Bridge over the Hackensack River.

NJ Transit President and CEO Kris Kolluri confirmed that a critical construction phase, known as the “cutover,” will likely require rerouting or canceling trains over an estimated period of up to six weeks.

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Fresh Look for Commuters: Mahwah NJ Transit Station Gets a Major $2.4M Facelift

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Big Changes in Mahwah: NJ Transit Completes Critical Exterior Station Upgrades

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Ridgewood NJ, Good news for Bergen County commuters! NJ Transit announced this week the successful completion of an extensive exterior renovation project at the Mahwah Station. The upgrades are part of a larger, system-wide commitment to modernize facilities and enhance the daily travel experience for customers.

Referred to as “safety and aesthetic upgrades,” the comprehensive work improves both the station’s functionality and its structural integrity. The project, which cost $2.4 million, was completed without any interruption to regular train service on the Bergen County and Main lines.

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