Tag: LIRR

OpEd: Because of our dedicated workforce, we’re keeping a clean, safe system day in and day out for our returning customers.

LIRR President: Riding public transportation remains a safe way to get around. We’re doing our part to keep it that way.

LIRR President: We need major federal funding. Now. Our future lies in the balance.

Those riding on Long Island Rail Road trains, subways and buses, where bare faces are currently banned as it is, will now face a $50 fine if they further refuse to wear a mask, according to transit agency officials and Gov. Andrew Cuomo.

The Long Island Rail Road has restored service on all branches after crews cleared tracks of trees downed by Tropical Storm Isaias and repaired equipment damage.

LIRR President: Even as the novel coronavirus slammed New York and affected our own ranks, we’ve been working creatively to embrace new ways to get work done efficiently. 

LIRR President: As we ramp up service to coincide with phased reopenings across Long Island and New York City, the LIRR workforce is working around the clock to keep customers and employees safe.

The Long Island Rail Road released a new feature in the TrainTime app that tells commuters where to stand on the platform if they want to avoid crowding on the train coming into their station.

LIRR President: Since joining the Long Island Rail Road, my focus has been on improving the customer experience while delivering a safe, reliable and comfortable trip.

The Long Island Rail Road will soon offer mothers the privacy of a lactation pod to breastfeed their young children in Penn Station, officials said.