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Transportation

A person looks out of a SEPTA Regional Rail train
Urban Planning

SEPTA adjusts Regional Rail train schedules ahead of fall season

The majority of Regional Rail routes will see changes under the new schedule.

3 years ago

Leslie Richards speaking at a podium
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

Fix real-time tracking and countdown clocks on SEPTA? Insiders say it’ll take a ‘massive shift’ toward customer service

the collapse of public transit,” said a local software developer, “everyone’s job description’s got to be rewritten.”

3 years ago

Fairfax County Public School buses are lined up at a maintenance facility
Education

Philly schools will pay $300 a month to parents who drive their kids to school

The program aims to help combat a bus driver shortage.

3 years ago

This photo shows an Amtrak train following a crash Sunday, April 3, 2016, in Chester, Pa. Amtrak said the train was heading from New York to Savannah, Ga., when it struck a backhoe outside of Philadelphia. (Glenn R. Hills Jr via A
Courts & Law
6abc

Families of 2 Chester children file lawsuit against Amtrak after fatal crash

Police say 9-year-old Jahaad Atkinson and 12-year-old Ahyir Womak were both killed in the incident.

3 years ago

Philadelphia Naked Bike Ride 2018. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Community

‘Flesh and fun’: Philly Naked Bike Ride returns for its 14th year

The 14th Philly Naked Bike Ride takes place Saturday at 2 p.m. There’s no need to sign up and it’s free to ride.

3 years ago

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ribbon cutting
Urban Planning

SEPTA unveils accessibility upgrades at Susquehanna-Dauphin station

The station underwent a nearly $24 million upgrade with two new elevators installed to accommodate travelers with special needs.

3 years ago

SEPTA bus passes through the intersection of N 17th and JFK Boulevard.
Community

City of Philadelphia employees are the latest to join free SEPTA Key program

The city hopes the move will help prioritize mass transit, reduce traffic congestion, and improve service reliability.

3 years ago

SEPTA turnstile
Community
Billy Penn

SEPTA is piloting contactless payments like Apple Pay and credit card taps

It’s not clear when this will be available to the general public — but you can apply to test it out now.

3 years ago

The scene at Shelmire Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard Friday afternoon after one SEPTA bus crashed into another.
Community
Billy Penn

FTA probe of SEPTA marks just the third time the agency has initiated this kind of safety inspection

After the concerning spate of crashes this summer, the Philly regional transit authority is already taking some remedial steps.

3 years ago

SEPTA's Route 15 historic trolleys will return on Sept. 10. The vehicles will be ADA accessible and cost roughly $250,000 each to restore. (Provided courtesy of SEPTA)
Community

SEPTA’s Route 15 historic trolleys to return Sept. 10

The trolleys will be ADA accessible and have been completely updated with new frames, floors, windows, wheelchair lifts, and HVAC units.

3 years ago

SEPTA bus
Community

Seeing red: More red bus lanes coming to Philly streets after initial success

The red painted lanes serve as a deterrent to keep other drivers from using them. SEPTA officials say the trial has been successful in improving travel times.

3 years ago

30th Street Station
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

SEPTA and Amtrak are reconnecting their train stations at 30th Street

The below-ground connection used to exist, and it’s coming back thanks to a huge, federally funded renovation.

3 years ago

A SEPTA bus in front of City Hall.
Urban Planning

After series of crashes, SEPTA’s safety training may cause bus and trolley delays

The goal is to prevent accidents in the wake of a series of crashes involving public transit vehicles throughout the region.

3 years ago

A mini-transit bus is shown, with DART Connect written on the side.
Urban Planning

Newark replaces Unicity with DART Connect’s on-demand transportation for better accessibility

DART Connect replaces Unicity in Newark with affordable, accessible on-demand service, with reduced wait times and connections.

3 years ago

A SEPTA bus travels down a street in Philadelphia
Community

6 people hurt after 2 SEPTA buses crash in South Philly

It’s the tenth crash involving a SEPTA vehicle so far this year, and the third reported this week.

3 years ago

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