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Governor Signs the Motorbus and Passenger Rail Service Employee Violence Prevention Act

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Trenton NJ,  Governor Murphy today signed the Motorbus and Passenger Rail Service Employee Violence Prevention Act (S4701) to create new tools for protecting transit workers throughout the state. In addition to upgrading the penalty for all assaults on a motorbus or autobus operator, an operator’s supervisor, or a rail passenger employee, the bill enables NJ TRANSIT and other carriers to suspend or prohibit from ridership individuals who commit assaults against employees and ensures NJ TRANSIT and private bus companies equip all buses and trains with communications systems to quickly contact law enforcement in an emergency.

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New Jersey Transit Police Locate Missing Child at Secaucus Junction Station

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Secaucus NJ, on Thursday 12/30/2021, NJTPD Lieutenant Fallon and Officer Tevnan were on foot patrol at Secaucus Junction Station. The officers were actively scanning traveling crowds to identify suspicious behavior or any potential threats. They noticed a young juvenile passing through the station and determined he was traveling alone.⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣

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The End of the Commuter Model and the Rise of the Digital Nomad

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Ridgewood NJ, it’s been two years since the Covid-19 pandemic sent everyone home from work, and for many workers 2022 will begin and end in the same way: working from home Infront of a screen .

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NJ TRANSIT OFFERS EXTRA SERVICE AND SAVINGS FOR CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEARS WEEK

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Children 11 years and under Ride for Free December 17th through January 3rd; Holiday Promotions offered for New Riders and Special Destinations

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Ridgewood NJ, NJ TRANSIT is offering extra service this holiday season. Customers will have more travel options and flexibility for attending special events, family gatherings and other festivities with additional service offered on buses, trains and light rail lines.

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NJ TRANSIT LAUNCHES HOLIDAY TRAVEL PROMOTIONS

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Ridgewood NJ, The holiday season is here for NJ TRANSIT! To celebrate, NJ TRANSIT is offering several promotional discounts beginning today and running through the rest of 2021. Both new and current customers can save on holiday travel by using various promotional codes in the NJ TRANSIT mobile app, including an invitation for new customers to “Try NJT” to take a free ride, “Buy One, Get One” deals, as well as discounts to Newark Liberty International Airport and MetLife Stadium for NFL football.  In addition, the family SuperSaver fare, which allows kids 11 and under to ride for free, will be extended from December 17th through January 3rd!  Full details are available at njtransit.com/holiday.

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NJ TRANSIT OFFERS RAIL SERVICE TO ARMY-NAVY GAME AT METLIFE STADIUM DECEMBER 11th

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Customers Purchasing Rail Tickets on Mobile App Prior to Dec 5 Can Take Advantage of Special Discounts

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Ridgewood NJ,  Fans planning to attend the iconic Army-Navy game at MetLife Stadium on Saturday, December 11, can get there safely and securely by using NJ TRANSIT’s special Meadowlands rail service. Customers who use the Mobile App to purchase rail tickets now through December 5th will receive up to a 20% discount.

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Thanksgiving  is the Busiest Travel Time of the Year, be Safe

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Ridgewood NJ, you may notice an increased presence of New Jersey Transit Police Officers during your holiday travels. While New Jersey Transit Police continue to harden and protect the system, they ask that you remain vigilant. Let them know if you see something that doesn’t look right. Text us 24/7 at 65873 or call us at 1-888-TIPS-NJT (1-888-847-7658).⁣

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NJ TRANSIT is Adding Additional Service for Thanksgiving weekend and Kids Ride Free

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Ridgewood NJ, NJ TRANSIT is adding additional service this Thanksgiving weekend to help take the stress out of holiday travel as the Garden State embarks upon the beginning of the most wonderful time of the year. No matter what your Thanksgiving plans are rest assured NJ TRANSIT can help get you and your family there with kids riding free the entire long weekend!

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New Jersey Transit Police Department’s Office of Emergency Management ,First responders , and Law enforcement Conduct a Training Exercise at Wayne Route 23 Transit Center

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Wayne NJ, the New Jersey Transit Police Department’s Office of Emergency Management (OEM), together with additional law enforcement and emergency response partners, conducted a training exercise on Saturday, November 20th at the Wayne Route 23 Transit Center. The exercise began around 9 am and continued for approximately 3 hours.

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NJ Transit Installs Upgraded Ticket Machines Providing Faster, Improved Customer Experience

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Ridgewood NJ, NJ TRANSIT has completed the installation of 558 new, modernized ticket vending machines (TVMs) throughout the system, offering faster transaction times and contactless payment options.

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NJ Transit Police Officers Revive Unconscious Woman Suffering Overdose at Newark Penn Station

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Newark NJ, a near fatal incident resulted with a lifesaving rescue by New Jersey Transit Police. The officers were on a night shift patrol at Newark Penn Station. Following an anonymous tip, the officers located an unresponsive woman on a nearby sidewalk. A citizen was unsuccessfully attempting to perform CPR.

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NJ TRANSIT TECHNICAL SPECIALIST WINS “BUILD A BETTER MOUSETRAP” COMPETITION

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Ridgewood NJ, an NJ TRANSIT Bus Operations employee has taken top prize in the important “Build a Better Mousetrap” competition for his invention which assists in the installation and maintenance of a new snow chain system being tested on buses.  The competition seeks out new, innovative and efficient ways to improve the quality and safety of transportation projects. Technical Specialist Marc Franco from the Bus Material and Technical Support division is the first winner from NJ TRANSIT in the competition’s history.

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NJ Transit’s Bergen County Line Could Face some Delays due to Construction in Glen Rock

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Glen Rock NJ,  NJ Transit officials announced , that bridge work near the Glen Rock-Boro Hall  station could delay some trains by up to 15 minutes over the next two weekends.

 

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Knife Wielding Man Threatens Conductor at Glen Rock Boro Hall Station

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Glen Rock NJ, a maskless adult male commuter train passenger displayed a knife and threatened a NJ Transit conductor who had asked him to put on a mask as the train entered Glen Rock Boro Hall Station, Glen Rock on Wednesday morning, 10/20. The suspect disembarked the train, fleeing the area on foot, and subsequently sought shelter nearby in the home of an acquaintance. An alert Glen Rock Police supervisor observed the individual enter the home and placed a radio call for back up. The home was quickly surrounded by Glen Rock Police and Ridgewood Police officers, who ensured the suspect remained in place until NJ Transit Police officers arrived. Two (2) NJ Transit Police officers placed the individual under arrest shortly after their arrival and transported him to an undisclosed location for processing.

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