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New Brunswick NJ, as NJ Transit debates how to avert its budget shortfall, a majority of New Jerseyans oppose cutting transit services or raising fares to stabilize funding and close the fiscal gap, according to the latest Rutgers-Eagleton Poll.
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Clifton NJ, a pedestrian was struck and killed by a NJ Transit train Wednesday morning in Passaic County, according to NJ Transit officials .
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Ridgewood NJ, join the Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce at the Grand Opening of the Farmers’ Market this Sunday, June 25th at 8:30 am at the Ridgewood Train Station on the West Side of Town. Any questions please email us at info@ridgewoodchamber.com or call 201-445-2600.
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Ridgewood NJ, NJ TRANSIT is launching a campaign entitled “Know Your ABCs,” which encourages customers to be familiar with their “alternates, backups and contingencies” should there be a disruption on their usual mode of travel. For example, if a customer normally takes the train from Penn Station New York to New Jersey, they are encouraged to also know which bus routes from the Port Authority Bus Terminal in New York could be an alternative to, or near, their home station.
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Ridgewood NJ, the “Summer Vibes” continue to roll for NJ TRANSIT with enhanced rail and bus service heading down the Shore! Additional weekend shuttle trains between Long Branch and Bay Head and express bus service from Philadelphia to Wildwood and Cape May join a great assortment of deals and discounts for customers to enjoy fun in the sun. Details for all summer promotions can be found at www.njtransit.com/summer.
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Ridgewood NJ, NJ TRANSIT is utilizing June, designated as “National Safety Month” by the National Safety Council, to launch an educational campaign for customers and employees. This year’s theme is “Don’t Be Hasty, Observe Safety.” The month will feature tips and reminders to reinforce safety on and near the transit system throughout New Jersey. While the campaign will run during June, safety is a core value at NJ TRANSIT and it remains the highest priority throughout the year.
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Ridgewood NJ, NJ TRANSIT is honoring the brave men and women who are serving in the United States Armed Forces with complimentary rides throughout the system during Fleet Week 2023. Today through May 30, active-duty and reserve members of the military and National Guard ride for free on NJ TRANSIT while in uniform or by displaying a Military ID. For more information, please visit njtransit.com/fleet.
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BetMGM Meadowlands Rail Line Service Will Operate For Concerts by Morgan Wallen on May 19-20, Taylor Swift on May 26-28, and Ed Sheeran June 10-11
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Ridgewood NJ, Fans attending the upcoming Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran and Morgan Wallen concerts at MetLife Stadium in May and June are encouraged to purchase their round trip tickets in advance through NJ TRANSIT’s mobile app. For this series of concerts, NJ TRANSIT will operate its convenient BetMGM Meadowlands Rail Line service between Secaucus Junction and MetLife Stadium. Customers can simply take any NJ TRANSIT train that stops at Secaucus, including from Penn Station New York just one stop away, and transfer to the BetMGM Meadowlands Rail Line!
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New York NY, commuting nightmare hits NY Penn Station on Thursday evenings rush hour when authorities temporarily suspended NJ Transit rail service to and from Penn Station in Manhattan, New York, New York, May 11 due to a signal issue at the Portal Bridge that spans the Hackensack River in Hudson County, New Jersey. Officials did not immediately provide an estimate as to when service would resume. NJ Transit authorities have said that NJ Transit rail tickets and passes are being cross-honored by NJ Transit buses and the Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) transit system at Newark Penn Station, Hoboken, and 33rd Street, New York. Amtrak train services have also experienced delays due to “signal issues and rail congestion” in the New York metropolitan area.
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Secaucus NJ, yesterday at 5:26 pm rail service into and out of Penn Station New York was suspended due to an Amtrak pedestrian strike near Secaucus Junction. NJ TRANSIT rail tickets and passes are being cross-honored by NJ TRANSIT bus and PATH at Newark Penn Station, Hoboken and 33rd Street.
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Ridgewood NJ, In celebration of Earth Day, NJ TRANSIT is continuing its mission to advance sustainable transportation and environmental responsibility through new and ongoing initiatives. This year, NJ TRANSIT is offering new customers an opportunity to Try TRANSIT free – and will also launch its first ever Bicycle, Scooter and Pedestrian Access Survey. The survey aims to gather information and assist NJ TRANSIT in supporting safer access to public transit for cyclists, scooter riders, and pedestrians.
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“Cash in App” Feature Allows Customers to Use Cash at Participating Retailers to Load Value for Purchasing NJ TRANSIT Mobile Tickets
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Ridgewood NJ, NJ TRANSIT is bringing the convenience and flexibility of its Mobile App to more customers with the introduction of a new cash payment option. Customers who prefer to use cash or don’t have a debit or credit card can now take advantage of all of the benefits of the NJ TRANSIT Mobile App with the new Cash in App feature. Customers can utilize more than 1,000 convenient participating network retailers in New Jersey like 7-Eleven, Walgreens, CVS, Family Dollar and more to convert cash directly to digital balances in the NJ TRANSIT Mobile App which can then be used to purchase electronic NJ TRANSIT tickets and passes.
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Ridgewood NJ ,Want to go green for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations? Leave the driving to NJ TRANSIT and help the environment! NJ TRANSIT is ready for the season of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations around the region over the coming weeks including the New York City parade and festivities in Belmar, Asbury Park, Atlantic City and Pearl River.
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Ridgewood NJ, on February 20, 2023, NJ TRANSIT Rail service will operate an enhanced weekend schedule for Presidents’ Day. The enhanced weekend schedule includes additional trains during the morning and afternoon/evening “peak” periods. See shaded trains in timetables and printable schedules and check footnotes for operating dates. Select NJ TRANSIT bus routes will operate on a special holiday or weekend schedule. Some routes will operate on a regular weekday schedule or will not operate.
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