Transportation
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Shusterman Plan to Protect Region Tax Revenue Aims to Prevent Future SEPTA-Style Disputes
State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, who represents Chester County, is circulating a plan to protect Philadelphia region tax revenue and prevent future SEPTA-style funding disputes, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. Shusterman believes southeastern Pennsylvania should be making decisions regarding its own state tax revenue if rural Republican legislators end up refusing to fully fund SEPTA. “We…
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Amtrak’s Keystone Line, Sharing Route with Paoli-Thorndale Line, May Face Cancellation
U.S. Rep. Brendan Boyle warned earlier this week that if SEPTA implements its planned cuts, Amtrak may be forced to eliminate the Keystone Line, which shares a route with the Paoli-Thorndale line, write Julia Terruso and Thomas Fitzgerald for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The line connects Philadelphia, Harrisburg, and New York City. According to Boyle, Amtrak…
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How Will Upcoming Service Cuts Impact SEPTA Riders?
With the deadline for SEPTA to secure additional state funding having passed, major service changes are coming, writes Annie McCormick for 6abc. Months ago, SEPTA announced that if it failed to gain additional funding by mid-August, it would lead to heavy service cuts and increased fare. The service cuts are set to go into effect…
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E-Bike Violations on County Trails Now Carry Triple Fine in Montgomery County
The Montgomery County Board of Commissioners recently voted to increase the fine for e-bike violations on county trails from $100 to $300, writes Tim Jimenez for KYW Newsradio. The commissioners cited the accidents and injuries from the increased use of e-bikes on local trails as the reason for tripling the fine. “We’re being proactive by…
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SEPTA Funding Debate Divides Philadelphia Region and Rest of Pennsylvania
With major SEPTA service cuts approaching as Pennsylvania’s state budget enters its eighth week overdue, it has become clear that the battle is being waged between the Philadelphia region and the rest of the state, writes Gillian McGoldrick for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In his speech last week, Republican Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman, of Indiana…
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Chester County Democrats Rally to Urge State Senate for Approval of SEPTA and Mass Transit Funding
State Representative Chris Pielli was joined by Chester County House Democrats and other elected officials at the West Chester Transportation Center last week, urging the state Senate to approve funding for SEPTA and other mass transit systems in Pennsylvania. The news conference followed recent comments by SEPTA that it urgently requires funding to continue its…
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Philadelphia Traffic Ranking Improves to No. 21 Among Largest U.S. Metro Areas
It might not feel like it when stuck in traffic on I-76 during rush hour, but commuting in Philadelphia is improving at least compared to other metro areas, writes Jeff Tomik for PhillyVoice. ConsumerAffairs recently released its annual report ranking the 50 most populous metropolitan areas by worst traffic. Philadelphia dropped to No. 21 this…
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Robotaxi Company Waymo Set to Begin Test Run in Philadelphia
Waymo, the robotaxi company, will soon start hitting the streets in several new cities throughout the country as part of a test run with Philadelphia being one of them, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. While the autonomous cars will soon be seen downtown and on highways throughout the city, they will not yet…
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SEPTA Board Approves Plan to Reduce Services, Increase Fares As Budget Deficit Persists
SEPTA’s board of directors recently voted to approve major cuts in service and significantly increase fares, write Laura Fay, Raymond Strickland, CBS News Philadelphia Staff for CBS News Philadelphia. The vote came as SEPTA continues to deal with a major, $213 million budget deficit. “This is a vote none of us wanted to take,” SEPTA board chair…
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SEPTA Eyes 170-Unit Housing Development at Ambler Station
SEPTA has officially put out a call for developers to reimagine 3.4 acres next to Ambler train station for residential development, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The parking lot on Butler Pike is now being eyed for a transit-oriented development, blending housing, retail, and pedestrian-friendly features. The proposed Al is the result…
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State Officials Gather at Croydon SEPTA Station to Urge Critical Investment
Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. Austin Davis was among state officials who gathered outside Croydon SEPTA station, urging critical investment in the state’s mass transit system, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times. “I want to be clear: public transit isn’t optional,” said Davis. “It’s essential.” Around one million state residents rely on the public…
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Moving Forward Together, WCCCC Honors Leaders in Transportation at Gala on the Greene
It was another spectacular year at the Western Chester County Chamber of Commerce’s annual Gala on the Greene. The event welcomed business professionals and community leaders to the grounds of the historic Graystone Mansion for an evening of delicious food and drink, live entertainment by Joey Knouse, and excellent networking opportunities. Each year, WCCCC honors…
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Philadelphia Ranks Among the Toughest Commutes in the U.S., Find Out Why
Commuting throughout various cities throughout the United States can be quite tough, particularly in some regions compared to some others, writes Shallom Joe for Daily Fetch via MSN. While some cities continue to be among the toughest, there are others than have managed to improved things. According to a recent study, Philadelphia is the 12th…
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Threat to Paoli/Thorndale Line Raises Concerns for Main Line’s Transit-Oriented Growth
Potential SEPTA cuts that could lead to the elimination of the Paoli/Thorndale Line may adversely affect transit-oriented development in the area, writes Denali Sagner for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Stakeholders in the region have been pushing to embrace transit-oriented growth in recent years, a model that focuses on building residential buildings, offices, retail, and restaurants in…
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PA Turnpike to Remove Downingtown Tollbooth in New Tolling Plan
The Pennsylvania Turnpike will remove the Downingtown interchange tollbooth as part of a statewide shift to open-road tolling, writes David Mowery for The Citizens’ Voice. The PA Turnpike plans to replace toll plazas and cash tolls with open-road tolling (ORT). ORT introduces large overhead structures that scan EZ Passes or license plates for Toll-By-Plate transactions.…
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Critics Raise Concerns of SEPTA Using Paoli/Thorndale Line Closure Threat as Leverage
A new rumor circulating among commuters, “fund SEPTA” rallygoers, and attendees of public hearings suggests SEPTA is using the threat of a Paoli/Thorndale Line closure as leverage, writes Thomas Fitzgerald for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to the latest theory, SEPTA earmarked five Regional Rail lines for potential closure to exert pressure on Gov. Josh Shapiro…
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SEPTA Promotes Interim General Manager Scott Sauer to Permanent Role
Scott Sauer, who has served as interim general manager for SEPTA since November 2024, has been promoted as the transit authority’s permanent general manager, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. Sauer was named interim general manager after his predecessor Leslie Richards stepped down from the role in late 2024 after nearly five years. His career with…
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WCU Student Questions SEPTA Cuts, Cites Resident Impact at Public Hearing
The first round of public hearings on the proposed SEPTA cuts raised key questions and highlighted the potential impact on riders, writes Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza for WHYY. Dozens of SEPTA riders shared with the agency’s board on how the proposed service cuts would affect their lives. West Chester University (WCU) student Bonita Ty, who relies on…
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