April 14, 2020 | Commuter Rail, Headlines
(Source: Philadelphia Inquirer, April 9, 2020) PHILADELPHIA — SEPTA is looking to pay tribute to its employees who have died from the coronavirus by way of an updated logo. Full story: Philadelphia Inquirer
April 14, 2020 | Commuter Rail, Headlines
(Source: Progressive Railroading, April 13, 2020) The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) last week published answers to frequently asked questions (FAQ) regarding recommended transit workforce protections during the pandemic, including personal protective equipment...
April 14, 2020 | Commuter Rail, Headlines
(Source: SHNS, April 13, 2020) BOSTON — With much of the economy shut down and many workers staying home, the MBTA’s subway system is currently carrying roughly 8.5 percent of its typical ridership and the peak commuting times have shifted to align with shift changes...
April 14, 2020 | Headlines, Teamsters
(Source: Teamsters Local 120 press release, April 13, 2020) SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — One hundred and sixty employees at a YRCW Freight call center are frightened their workplace could be the next hot spot. Despite a confirmed COVID-19 case, the call center has continued...
April 14, 2020 | Accident, Headlines
(Source: Railway Track & Structures, April 13, 2020) NEW YORK — Most readers are very aware of the massive impact that the coronavirus has had on passenger rail operations, both transit and Amtrak. Amtrak released information about its service plan on Friday,...
