Lance Detweiler Lance Rae Detweiler, 41, of Charleston died May 21, 2022 in Alabama. He was a truck driver for Marrlin Transit, but spent most of his life in the oilfield. Lance loved his Oilfield family and would have done anything for them. He was a member of the ArmyRead More →
BERLIN (AP) — Travelers to Germany will be able to criss-cross the country for less than $10 a month this summer under a government program to combat runaway inflation, high fuel prices and climate change. The catch: the new “9 euro tickets” going on sale on Wednesday only apply toRead More →
Remembrance Day 2022 is Monday, May 30. It is an American holiday dedicated to honoring the men and women who have died serving in the United States military, and it is always celebrated on the last Monday in May. Traditions typically include participating in parades and family barbecues. Originally knownRead More →
The first Art Moves program kicks off Friday at the Bridgeport Bus Loop between 3 and 5 p.m. For blues musician Murray Porterit was two long years without feeling “the energy of the crowd”. Although he performed live online via Facetime and other digital platforms during the COVID-19 lockdowns, it’sRead More →
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania – A group of employees from PennDOT and other state departments received the Governor’s Achievement Awards for the Development of Find My Ride (FMR) Applyan online tool that allows residents of most of Pennsylvania to apply for transportation assistance programs. FMR Apply was developed through a collaboration withRead More →
Fans traveling to 2022 World Games can ‘ride the line’ BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, USA – A fleet of shuttles will be deployed to efficiently and safely transport spectators to and from 2022 World Games events. The shuttles – which will carry passengers for free – are part of a transport planRead More →
When the pandemic started, offices moved to virtual work and schools moved online. People stopped moving and Metro Transit ridership plummeted. New data shows people have started taking buses and trains again. According to Metro Transit, ridership is about 52% of what it was before the pandemic. The agency hopesRead More →
Compatibility standards at a glance: Any property that is zoned or used as single-family (to the right of this city graph) controls the height of nearby commercial properties. These need to be at least 200 feet apart before they can get 50 feet high, which is higher than the standardRead More →
California Avenue has seen more than its share of changes in recent years, as Palo Alto leaders spearheaded a streetscape renovation, built a six-level garage, saw an exodus from longtime establishments like Antonio’s Nut House and The Counter and decided to close the street to cars. One proposed change, however,Read More →
Our site is entering the ninth week of our Q&A feature in which SaultOnline poses a community question to the Mayor and Councillors. In addition, the list of sponsors now includes anyone who has announced their intention to run in the fall municipal elections. As always, the question is askedRead More →
May 13, 2022 3:11 p.m. Post : May 13, 2022 3:11 p.m. KENNEWICK, Wash. – Between public demand, summer travel and a fiscal boost from state legislation, Ben Franklin Transit (BFT) has decided to launch the “Youth Ride Free” program which will allow all users aged 18 and under toRead More →
WEIRTON — Members of the board of directors of Weirton Transit Corp. are continuing their efforts to grow the transit provider, including planning to move their operations to a new location. Weirton Transit currently has offices in the Weirton Municipal Building, parking buses in the Municipal Square andRead More →
The Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA) and its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Benonita Bismarck, were honored at the inaugural Responsible Business and Leadership Excellence Awards (RBLEA) ceremony in Accra. The authority was named ‘Responsible Government Regulator of the Year 2021’ while CEO Ms Bismarck was honored for her outstanding contribution toRead More →
PHILIPPINE STAR/EDD GUMBAN Delayed tariff adjustments prompt international court claim THE government has maintained its silence on the filing by the private operator of Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) of a request for arbitration with the International Chamber of Commerce for the company’s disputes with the Department of TransportRead More →
As COVID-19 transmission increases heading into summer, mask mandates remain patchy across the Sacramento area, though some resources remain in place for testing and vaccination regardless of health status. insurance or citizenship. When a judge in Florida rescinded federal government guidelines mandating masks on public transport on April 18, heRead More →
Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has given his approval in principle to a proposed mass transit system to facilitate the movement of pilgrims between Mathura and Vrindavan, MP Hema Malini said on Wednesday. The planned mass transit system, the BJP leader said, will help alleviate traffic congestion betweenRead More →
RAPID CITY, SD — Although the new transit plan released by Rapid City transit officials is not a plan of action, it will guide them on what to do once funding and resources are available. essentials will be available. According to long-term planner Kelly Brennan, the main goals were toRead More →
As Dakota County’s transportation coordinator specializing in services for the elderly and disabled, Robyn Bernardy is sometimes transit’s biggest advocate. Bernardy of St. Paul’s Highland Park introduces new riders to bus and light rail options, and many are pleasantly surprised at how easy it is to save money by runningRead More →
While the state has a surplus of nearly $9.3 billion, the Legislature has plenty of ideas — and money — to address transportation issues. Whether any of these ideas will come to fruition remains to be seen. Republican and Democrat-Farmer-Labour lawmakers disagree on how best to handle travel, and theRead More →
The recall, from the executive director of the health emergencies program, came in response to Elon Musk’s purchase of Twitter. Meanwhile, a study links exposure to online misinformation to issues of vaccine hesitancy and refusal early in the pandemic. Bloomberg: Elon Musk buying Twitter urges WHO to warn against CovidRead More →
Elon Musk takes part in a long-running discussion – how to best evacuate New Orleans when a hurricane is looming. He took to Twitter – a social media platform he buys – over the weekend and suggested tunnels as a way to improve traffic conditions around the world. Baton Rouge-basedRead More →
Personal correspondent Sun Apr 24 2022 12:00 AM Last updated on: Sun Apr 24 2022 9:44 AM Just like in pre-pandemic times, tourists are rushing to get tickets at Kamalapur railway station ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr. The people pictured waiting to buy tickets have their trip scheduled for April 27. TheRead More →
FILE – Travelers wearing face masks as a precaution against the spread of the coronavirus move through a terminal at Philadelphia International Airport in Philadelphia, April 19, 2022. Airlines have banned several thousand passengers since the start of the pandemic for refusing to wear masks. Now they want to pickRead More →
Bus driver Jesus Rivera inspects his bus before beginning service on Route 22, which serves Palo Alto, at VTA North Yard in Mountain View. Embarcadero Media file photo by Michelle Le. A ruling Monday by a federal judge in Florida overturning mask mandates on public transportation does not appear toRead More →
Open the audio article player By Staff | on April 17, 2022 Presented by Beltone – A leader in audience Health care. On the recommendation of the CDC, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will extend the safety guidelines and emergency amendment requiring mask wearing on public transportation and transportation hubsRead More →
Indian citizens, without transit or a regular Schengen visa, cannot travel to the UK via European Union airlines such as Lufthansa, KLM and Air France, as they are stopped at origin airports in India same. As the United Kingdom is no longer part of the European Union,Read More →
BART and the Valley Transportation Authority increased patrols on trains and light rail stations on Tuesday following the Brooklyn subway attack that injured at least 29, officials said. “We have increased our presence in our system. So every man and woman wearing a BART Police uniform is in the systemRead More →
The white Transit van that fills your car’s mirrors may be more than a minor irritation – it’s probably greener than you. Ford has started shipping early production versions of the E-Transit, the all-electric version of the company’s popular cargo van. At a celebratory event at the company’s Gölcük plantRead More →
With more workers returning to the office and gas prices higher than ever, it’s no surprise that there is a growing interest in public transport, as evidenced by the rise in the number of users. Now, transit managers face the challenge of finding more drivers to get people where theyRead More →
As we welcome spring, the City is hosting a number of virtual community engagement sessions on key projects that are building our city. Write a review Mississauga! We want to hear your ideas and opinions on projects that are transforming Mississauga. Here are the upcoming April and May engagementRead More →
My mission as President and CEO of the MTA is to ensure that we leverage every part of the system to make public transportation more accessible and equitable for New Yorkers. While subways and buses tend to be the modes of choice for most city residents, some might see greaterRead More →
SUBWAY Vancouver Transit Police are investigating the discovery of multiple debit/credit card skimmers inserted into Compass Vending Machines (CVMs) at Canada Line stations. All skimmers were discovered by Canada Line technicians in the line of duty.Transit Police are posting photos of card skimmers and askingRead More →
This meeting will take place on Thursday, March 31 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the H. Lee Dennison Building in Hauppauge. Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone announced that the county will host a public information meeting as part of the next round of updates and feedback on theRead More →
Find your dream job or move on to the one you’ve always wanted. ST. LOUIS — Looking for a new job? Several job fairs are taking place this week. JobNewsUSA job fair Thursday More than 70 companies are slated to fill hundreds of positions at a major JobNewsUSA.com job fairRead More →
SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — Calling it a “once-in-a-generation milestone,” Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp on Friday touted the completion of a $973 million project. expansion of the shipping channel connecting the Port of Savannah to the Atlantic Ocean as an achievement that will provide a lasting boost to commerce in theRead More →
End of restrictions on international travel to facilitate the transit of buyers at the IHGF-Delhi show New Delhi, March 25 (KNN) The Indian government’s decision to lift restrictions on international travel from March 27 is expected to ease the transit of buyers at the Indian Handicrafts and Gifts Fair (IHGF-Delhi).Read More →
Researchers at McMaster University are soliciting input from older immigrants in Hamilton with the goal of improving transportation services and removing barriers that prevent them from using public transit. The study hopes to receive input from anyone 55 and older living in Hamilton who has immigrated to Canada in theRead More →
03/22/2022 Cortland Transit is seeking feedback from the campus community on the look and name of its transit system that serves SUNY Cortland and surrounding areas. A brief six-question survey can be completed in line. Responses are anonymous. In February, Cortland Transit created a new route that makes stops onRead More →
Itineraries will have slight adjustments to arrival times from Monday Some changes are being made starting Monday to four Iowa City Transit bus lines. (Justin Wan/The Gazette) IOWA CITY — Four Iowa City Transit routes have minor changes to arrival times starting Monday. The changes will include one to fourRead More →
Some observers at tonight’s school board meeting changed their names to various statements against mask mandates. Freeyourface, No Mask4Me, SayNO 2FaceDiapers and Smiling Faces over Masks are just some of the statements. Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board staff and administrators could see the names, the same way they could read signsRead More →
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WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) – Metro Ride and the Wausau Area Metropolitan Planning Organization are seeking input on the future of public transit in the Wausau metropolitan area. The survey is part of a five-year transit plan to develop transportation strategies in the region. “It is very important to have theRead More →
For transit riders, motorists, business owners, and anyone else who has ideas about Metro Transit’s plans for a rapid bus line that would run along Hennepin Avenue, now is the time to s ‘to express. The Metropolitan Council, which oversees the transit agency, last week approved a recommended corridor planRead More →
The latest updates on the coronavirus pandemic for Saturday, March 12, 2022. INDIANAPOLIS – Here are the latest updates from Saturday on the coronavirus pandemic, including the latest on COVID-19 vaccinations and testing in Indiana. Vaccine registrations are now open for Hoosiers 5 and up via the Indiana State DepartmentRead More →
In major news from Europe, the Middle East and Africa today, McDonald’s chief financial officer predicted the fast-food chain would lose $50 million a month, or 5-6 cents a share for the closure of its Russian restaurants, and Visa is collaborating with Abu Dhabi-based FinTech Multi Level Group on aRead More →
By Arjay L. Balinbin, Senior Reporter The PANGILINAN Group’s toll and infrastructure conglomerate, Metro Pacific Investments Corp. (MPIC), set its capital expenditure (capex) for this year at around 136 billion pesos, compared to 78 billion pesos last year. “For group-wide capital expenditure, it’s about 136 billion pesos – obviously theRead More →
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Chris Bellissimo and his family ride the TTC a lot more these days, and you don’t have to be a math whiz to figure out why. It costs him and his wife $3.20 each to get on a bus near the bungalow they rent in Scarborough and travel to anyRead More →
DePaul students raised concerns about campus safety at the Student Government Association’s first public safety town hall meeting in more than a year. Questions had to be submitted before the event via the Google Form. Public figures including Ald. Michele Smith and representatives from CTA and CPD addressed student concernsRead More →
In recent years, shared electric scooters (e-scooters) have taken cities around the world by storm. But how do people use this new mode of transport? Seeking to understand the potential impacts of e-scooters on land use, infrastructure and sustainability goals, researchers have some exciting new data to share about e-scooterRead More →
NORWALK — The Norwalk Transit District will schedule additional trips on the WHEELS Route 11 bus line to replace the Norwalk Commuter Shuttle that previously provided service to Norwalk Community College students and staff, officials said. Norwalk Transit District CEO Kimberlee Morton presented a new proposal to the community collegeRead More →
CAIRO (AP) — Cash-strapped Egypt on Tuesday raised transit fees for ships passing through the Suez Canal, one of the world’s most crucial waterways, with hikes of up to at 10%, officials said. The Suez Canal Authority said on its website that the increases were “in line with significant growthRead More →
NEW DELHI: Ukraine announced on Sunday it would hold talks with Russia on its border with Belarus, near the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone, after a phone call between President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko . A statement from Zelenskyy said a delegation will meet with Russia for talks, withoutRead More →
(CNN) — Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and aviation bans are creating huge no-go zones in the skies, with major implications for long-haul carriers that normally ply the skies of Eastern Europe in route to Asia. All of this could have significant consequences for passengers, airlines and the cost of flyingRead More →
Details By Jenna Kunze February 24, 2022 The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration this week announced $8.75 million in competitive grant funding for rural tribal communities for improved public transport services. Funding comes from President Biden Bipartisan Infrastructure Actsigned into law in November 2021, which includes a totalRead More →
Content of the article Wallaceburg residents can voice their opinions on a new transit service that will operate within the community. Content of the article The Municipality of Chatham-Kent has launched a survey of www.letstalkchatham-kent.ca on the future urban transport service. A press release indicates that this public transport serviceRead More →
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Sarah Taylor, middle, with her son Theo and husband Sebastian, is a member of the Accessibility Advisory Committee which helps develop strategies for a barrier-free Clarington for people with disabilities. Over the past two years, government has taken on an important role in how we work, shop and enjoy life.Read More →
On Thursday, the Student Government Association (SGA) discussed presidential research, preliminary plans to help parents of students, and the need for a reminder and mask policy despite student complaints. From Paul affirmed they will continue to recommend KN95 and N95 masks and double masking. Cloth masks alone no longer meetRead More →
Fun long weekend in West K Photo: Pixabay There’s plenty of fun to be had in West Kelowna this Family Day long weekend, including scavenger hunts and free public skating. Municipal offices will be closed on Family Day, but arenas, aquatic center, parks, playgrounds and trails are open. Emergency andRead More →
Chaun Reynolds, 41, walks near his home in Imperial Beach on February 16, 2022. Reynolds uses public transportation but does not have a credit or debit card. / Photo by Adriana Heldiz Chaun Reynolds spent decades working as a cook in restaurants before injuring his back and ending up onRead More →
Earlier this week, Austin, Texas-based Oracle, a provider of cloud applications and cloud platform services, introduced new features for its Oracle Fusion Cloud Supply Chain & Manufacturing (SCM) offering, which connects shipper supply networks with an integrated suite of cloud-based business applications. Oracle officials said the updates affect subsets ofRead More →
By Gene Pereira Published on February 15, 2022 at 10:52 am Enjoy a family visit or craft at the Oakville Museum at Erchless Estate on Family Day. OAKVILLE TOWN PHOTO This Monday (February 21), families in Oakville and across Ontario will enjoy Family Day. A day with the family, inRead More →
Five Westchester and Hudson Valley organizations have joined to push the New York State Legislature to pass bills that could help create more housing in many communities. The organizations are: the Building and Realty Institute of Westchester (BRI) and Mid-Hudson Region; the Westchester and Hudson Valley Building Industry Council; theRead More →
Breadcrumb Links Local News Transit riders at the Chinook CTrain station bus loop were photographed Sunday, January 16, 2022. Calgary Transit is adjusting some routes starting Monday. Photo by Gavin Young /Postmedia Content of the article Calgary Transit will adjust several routes starting Monday as part of a quarterly systemRead More →
Unifor says it plans to ‘intensify’ efforts to bring employers back to the bargaining table Since the Sea to Sky transit strike began on Jan. 29, Whistler resident Jimmy Cheng has settled into a regular routine. Every day, he sends a new email to local and provincial elected officials askingRead More →
Photo by ATXN. Cap Metro CEO/Executive Director ATP Randy Clarke Thursday February 10th, 2022 by Jo Clifton At least 165 community members participated Tuesday night in the first of two virtual meetings designed to gather feedback on the future of Austin’s Connect project, which is currently in the design phase.Read More →
Greensboro City Manager Tai Jaiyeoba held his first “Talk with Tai” listening session at the Smith Active Adult Center on Fairview Street on Tuesday, February 8 at 12:15 p.m. As with many similar events over the years, the media and city staff outnumbered the people who were there to speakRead More →
The Runway Artists London office team:(left to right) Dotun Bolaji, Heather Mosselson, Matt Hanner, (in front) Steve Backman, Amy Greig. Not pictured: Glasgow-based Craig Wylie. Independent booking agency Runway Artists has expanded its team with four new hires and launched a new live showcase event for the music industry, calledRead More →
Construction of the Maryland Purple Line is scheduled to resume after the Maryland Public Works Board approved $3.4 billion for the construction of the 16-mile rail line, which is intended to carry passengers between Montgomery and Prince George counties. The construction hit a snag five years ago due to aRead More →
Entergy Arkansas reported that 4,038 customers across the state were without power in wintry weather just before 2:30 p.m. Friday. More than 73% of these outages were concentrated in two eastern Arkansas counties: Phillips County, with 2,188 outages, and Arkansas County, with 774 outages. Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas reports thatRead More →
The Black Girls Do Bike ride brought together around 2,000 bikers in June 2020. (Photo: Jonathan Maus/BikePortland) Hey alla! The arrival of February brings many important events, including Black History Month and the Winter Lights Festival. Below, our selection for this weekend. For even more ideas, check out our calendarRead More →
DELAND – Volusia County Council is moving forward with a plan to sell naming rights to the beach approaches and has selected a consultant to start the process. At its meeting on Tuesday, the board unanimously selected the only company to respond to the request for proposals, the Ohio-based SuperlativeRead More →
Mark McGowan AGAIN changes Western Australia border rules just weeks after banning the whole country from entering the state WA Premier Mark McGowan announced further changes to state borders Returning international students have until 11:59 p.m. Friday to arrive in WA Students planning to start a course in 2022 areRead More →
amNewYork Metro, in conjunction with the MTA, is proud to bring back “Ask the MTA,” a column where MTA officials answer your questions about transit service in New York City. If you have a question for the MTA about subways, buses, commuter trains and more, email askthemta[@]amny.com. Q: It seemsRead More →
Photo provided A new program in Monroe County will help connect residents to transportation resources such as Monroe County Public Transportation. Buckeye Hills Regional Council’s mobility manager will open an office inside the former Safe Auto building in Woodsfield in March. WOODSFIELD — Buckeye Hills Area Council officials are workingRead More →
The investigation found 339 advertisements and publications offering at least 5,547 kg of sea cucumber and fish maw on 33 online sites. The volume of goods could be “several times higher” than it recorded, according to the report, as some online sites claimed they could supply large quantities of seafoodRead More →
Capital Area Transit and rabbittransit cut service due to employee shortage Updated: 3:26 PM EST January 26, 2022 Two transit companies in the Susquehanna Valley have announced service cuts due to staffing shortages. Rabbittransit’s fixed-route service reductions in Adams and York counties will begin Feb. 6. Capital Area Transit (CAT)Read More →
This year, showrooms will have more new electric vehicle models on sale – at least 20 – than any year in history. Automakers and their dealers will say that everyone changes the world. But not all electric vehicles are equal when it comes to their impact on the climate. ThisRead More →
Surrey Police have thanked the public for their help in locating a public transport van which was stolen from an address in the Epsom area over the weekend. In a social media plea for help, police said the bespoke Ford van was a ‘lifesaver’ for Harvey and shared photos ofRead More →
The Scottish Government has published its master plan for future transport investment, which highlights projects such as a public transport system for Aberdeen The second Review of strategic transport projects (STPR2) makes 45 recommendations under six key themes that aim to make transport in Scotland more sustainable. Recommendations include- PublicRead More →
By Marcus Uhe The generosity of Casey Cardinia residents showed up this Christmas with over $17,000 in gifts and non-perishable food items donated to the Casey Cardinia Libraries (CCL) “Deliver Joy” campaign, nearly doubling the amount raised in 2020. “Deliver Joy” issued a call to action for people who wantRead More →
The subway board is considering approving Alternative 3 as the initial route for the project and making Union Station the eventual terminus of the light rail line. Metro is planning a new light rail line that will connect southeast Los Angeles County to downtown Los Angeles, known as the WestRead More →
FILE – MARTA CEO Jeffrey Parker speaks during a press conference at the Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. offices in downtown Atlanta, Friday, May 21, 2021. The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority said Parker had passed away. The agency said Parker took his own life on Friday, January 14, 2022, but providedRead More →
Content of the article Brant County offers a new service that gets employees back to work following a successful pilot project. Content of the article The pilot project, which began in November 2020 with Rembos Inc., in Cainsville, is delivered by Brant Transit. County officials are now looking to provideRead More →
A Salisbury man has been banned from driving for a year and fined after being caught driving drugs in a van. Homeless Philip Andrew Grigg, 39, pleaded guilty to drug driving in Salisbury Magistrates’ Court on January 4, 2022. The court heard that at 11:30 p.m. on July 5, 2021,Read More →
The COVID-19 virus. OPB Oregon health officials reported on Monday that 18,538 new confirmed or suspected cases of COVID-19 were identified over the weekend. The state has a positive test rate of just over 22% as the highly contagious variant of omicron spreads. The number of people hospitalized with COVID-19Read More →
PHUKET: Sandbox tourists traveling to Phuket, including those coming to stay in Phang Nga and Krabi, are not allowed to transit through Bangkok, an official announcement released by the Royal Thai Embassy in Berlin has revealed. The announcement, titled “Thailand Entry Measures for Thais and Foreigners Wishing to Travel toRead More →
The novel coronavirus pandemic, Midway Mall and community violence were on the discussion table on January 8 as part of a 22nd annual Speak-Up and Speak-Out program. The annual forum invites leaders from local communities and social service agencies to answer questions from the people they serve. Sponsors included LorainRead More →
MetroBus bus stop at U and 15th streets, NW. by Elvert Barnes under a Creative Commons license. It turns out that a public transportation system can catch the coronavirus. The question is, can it be vaccinated? WMATA announced this week that bus services will have to be significantly reduced yetRead More →
Despite what you may read elsewhere in this issue and beyond, I’ll double my optimism from last week’s column: I’m increasingly convinced that we are past the worst time of the COVID-19 pandemic, even if the coming weeks still require our vigilance and our emergency care. So, by all means,Read More →
LIKE As part of the Highway 99 tunnel program, construction is underway to modernize the Highway 99 corridor to make public transit more reliable and cycling more accessible. “The extension of the dedicated shoulder bus lanes will make public transport travel faster and more reliable,” Rob Fleming, Minister of TransportRead More →
Notorious Eritrea-Netherlands human trafficker arrested in Kenya NAIROBI, Kenya – Notorious Eritrean-Dutch human trafficker arrested in Kenya’s capital Nairobi, International Police [INTERPOL] confirmed, a few days after his arrest, to put an end to the long search for his fate. John Habeta, 53, has been linked to a string ofRead More →