A portion of the Green Line will shut down for nearly a month at the end of the summer, and the planned extension into Medford has been delayed until November, MBTA General Manager Steve Poftak announced Friday.
with the beleaguered transit system's decision, with some saying the T should have made the repairs during the height of the pandemic when ridership was lower.
Poftak acknowledged on Friday that the Orange and Green Line shutdowns are disruptive, but says these closures allow the T to make big changes and provide a better experience by the end of it. Poftak also announced the opening of the extension into Medford — the Medford/Tufts Branch — has been delayed from sometime this summer until November. Poftak attributed this delay to the need to re-test the"Medford Branch's power systems."
The mayors of Melrose, Malden and Medford have requested the MBTA provide more express buses and run the commuter rail more frequently during the shutdowns. The T says it is considering it.
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
This New Line of Solar-Powered Catamarans Want to Take the Place of SuperyachtsThe three new models are not only outfitted with glitzy amenities: They're solar-powered, too.
Read more »
Green Lantern's 'Justice League' Construct Is His Coolest EverGreenLantern pulls off one of his most impressive constructs ever as he summons the entire JusticeLeague with his Power Ring.
Read more »
Green Critics Say Manchin Side Deal Equals 'Climate Disaster''Creating new wind and solar tax credits while giving fossil fuel polluters a green light is the ultimate devil's bargain,' said jimrwalsh of foodandwater.
Read more »
Seahawks o-line coach Andy Dickerson drops surprising name when discussing RTIn the 2022 NFL Draft the Seattle Seahawks used two of their first four selections on offensive tackles in Charles Cross and Abe Lucas. That, of course, led optimistic fans to seize on the...
Read more »
More than a million could die waiting for green cards as U.S. immigration buckles amid COVIDDelays processing millions of visas, work permits, green cards, naturalization petitions and cases languishing in immigration courts are so severe that experts say they can't be resolved without significant reforms.
Read more »