LIRR
Amtrak: Track Problem To Blame For LIRR Derailment
A track issue was likely to blame for a derailment on the Long Island Rail Road that left hundreds of commuters stranded this week, Amtrak announced Wednesday.
Why So Many Derailments In The Tri-State Area Lately? Expert Weighs In
The train derailment that left tracks damaged and passengers stranded on the Long Island Rail Road last week was the fourth to make headlines in the Tri-State Area in a period of a month. An expert has weighed in on what might be causing the problems.
‘Near-Normal’ Commute Finally Expected, Over 24 Hours After LIRR Derailment
At long last, a “near-normal” commute was expected Wednesday, in the wake of a derailment that damaged tracks and switches.
Long Island Rail Road Train Derails Not Long After Leaving Penn Station
A Long Island Rail Road train headed to Hempstead derailed early Monday evening just after leaving Penn Station.
Report: 2 People Hit, Killed By LIRR Trains In Separate Incidents
Two people were killed by Long Island Rail Road commuter trains in separate incidents Saturday, according to a published report.
LIRR Expects Near-Normal Rush Hour After Work Trains Collide Near Hicksville
Five LIRR workers were hurt; three refused medical aid and two others were taken to nearby hospitals for non life-threatening injuries.
8 Years For Doctor In LIRR Disability Fraud Scheme
A Long Island doctor was sentenced to eight years in prison this week for his part in a massive scheme enabling Long Island Rail Road workers to collect disability fraudulently.
Express LIRR ‘Cannonball’ Service To Hamptons Begins Today
Starting Friday afternoon, the Long Island Rail Road will be running its new express service to the east end of the island.
LIRR Plans Non-Stop Express Service From Penn Station To The Hamptons
Trains will depart from Penn Station at 4:07 p.m. on Fridays and run nonstop to Westhampton. From there, the train will continue eastward, making stops at Southampton, Bridgehampton, East Hampton and Montauk.
NYPD Increasing Security At Prominent Locations Following Boston Marathon Blasts
NYPD Deputy Police Commissioner Paul Browne said the city is stepping up security at hotels and other prominent locations through deployment of the NYPD’s critical response vehicles.
LIRR Service Set To Return To Normal After Derailment
The Long Island Rail Road expects to resume regular service Monday, a week after a non-passenger train derailed at Rego Park, Queens, and destroyed nearly a mile of track.
LIRR Derailment Repairs Expected To Be Complete By Monday Morning Commute
Specialized machinery has been working to dig up the nearly 1,600 damaged concrete railroad ties to replace them with fresh ones.
‘Kegels’ Ad Offends Many Long Island Rail Road Riders
“Ladies, admit it. You’re doing kegels right now,” reads the ad for the health and wellness television channel Veria Living. Some commuters said they find the ad offensive and tasteless.
LIRR Derailment May Cause Morning Delays
Long Island Rail Road riders should allow extra time and expect delays and cancellations Tuesday morning, following a derailment.
LIRR President: Woodside Station Elevator Has ‘Vertical Urinal Problem’
An elevator at a Long Island Rail Road station was number one when it came to being inoperable last month — number one had a lot to do with it.
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