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Ridgewood NJ, Northeast Corridor rail service is suspended in both directions, North Jersey Coast Line is suspended between Long Branch and Penn Station New York and Raritan Valley Line service will originate/terminate at Newark Penn Station due to Amtrak overhead wire issues near Newark Penn Station. Eastbound Midtown Direct service is being diverted to Hoboken.
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Continue reading Newark Penn Station Bull Secured Shelter at the Skylands Animal Sanctuary
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Newark NJ, Amtrak has entered into a contract with Alstom to manufacture 28 cutting-edge high-speed trains, slated to replace the existing fleet serving Amtrak’s premium Acela service.
Continue reading New Amtrak Acela Fleet to Travel at Speeds of 160 mph
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Ridgewood NJ, Students heading back to class for the spring 2024 semester via NJ TRANSIT’s bus, rail or light rail systems can save money through the return of the “Buy 3 Months, Get 1 Month Free” Student Pass promotion. This special promotion offer is in addition to the cost-saving program, which provides a 25-percent discount off the already discounted monthly passes when purchased on the NJ TRANSIT mobile app, and is back by popular demand beginning with February passes for students traveling to and from the campuses of participating regional colleges and universities. In addition to full-time students, part-time degree-seeking students taking at least two courses are also eligible for the Student Pass fare.
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Continue reading New Jersey Transit Police Celebrate 41 Years
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Newark NJ, on Thursday December 14th, a Texas longhorn steer captured the hearts of people throughout the tri-state area and animal lovers everywhere. The bull, named Ricardo, wandered onto the train tracks at Newark Penn Station while police officers and animal rescue workers attempted to safely corral him.
Ricardo was safely captured and transported to Skylands Animal Sanctuary & Rescue in Sussex County where he was seen by a veterinarian and is now resting comfortably.
photos courtesy of NJ Transit Police
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Continue reading NJ Transit Police Throw a little More Bull on the Bull Story at Newark Penn Station
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Newark NJ, Newark officials said the 800-pound steer was tranquilized before he was taken to Skylands Animal Sanctuary and Rescue in Sussex County, where they named him Ricardo.
Continue reading Bull Delays NJ Transit Traffic Out of Newark Penn Station
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Newark NJ, New Jersey Transit Police Outreach Officers met a stranded family with a baby. The family was far from home in a time of need. Their destination was 2,000+ miles away; and they were at Newark Penn Station. Lacking shelter, funds for travel and food, the family was in a rough spot.
Continue reading Missing at Risk Man Found Safe by New Jersey Transit Police
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Jackson Twp NJ, NJ TRANSIT and Six Flags are teaming up to make it easy and affordable to get to the fun at Six Flags Great Adventure or Hurricane Harbor! Thrill seekers planning a visit to the park this season can avoid driving by taking advantage of NJ TRANSIT’s discounted travel packages for express bus service. This year, for the first time, customers can purchase their packages, which include round trip bus travel and park admission, all in the NJ TRANSIT Mobile App, making it more convenient than ever!
Continue reading NJ TRANSIT OFFERS SPECIAL SAVINGS TO SIX FLAGS!
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Newark NJ, NJ TRANSIT is taking steps toward enhancing Newark Penn Station by making key upgrades to the station’s air conditioning system. NJ TRANSIT’s Board of Directors has approved a contract to replace two chillers and two cooling towers, which will provide reliable cooling for the foreseeable future. Chillers at this station provide air conditioning for all interior spaces, including electrical equipment rooms necessary for station operations.
Continue reading Newark Penn Station To Get Major Air Conditioning System Upgrade
