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SRTA buses to remain fare-free through summer 2027
“We are confident that we’ll be over four million trips for the first time ever.” — Erik Rousseau, administrator of SRTA, on increased bus ridership in recent years.
Is South Coast Rail bringing ‘a bunch of rich people’ to New Bedford?
There’s no sign that South Coast Rail is gentrifying the city, say people who watch New Bedford’s housing market closely.
Maps: See the most crash-prone areas in New Bedford
The number of crashes in the city has risen over the past year — 1,174 during the first quarter of this year, compared to 844 crashes during the same period last year.
Airport design ready for takeoff
Airport officials will soon make critical decisions about what the new tower and terminal will look like.
Summer savings and reduced schedules coming to South Coast Rail
The MBTA is offering deep discounts for the next three months. Here’s how to take advantage, and the schedule changes you should know about.
Mass. Uber, Lyft drivers certify first statewide ride-hailing union amid automation fears
The move is a milestone in the growing effort to organize gig-economy workers.
No expansion for New Bedford MBTA station shuttle – at least for this year
A lack of state funding leaves New Bedford’s main train station without a direct connection to downtown.
South Coast Rail benefits low-income and non-minority residents, analysis finds
The federally required analysis shows the South Coast is whiter and has lower incomes compared to the rest of the MBTA service area.
South Coast Rail pedestrian bridge earns international design award
Boston-based Fennick McCredie Architecture was recognized for designing the new bridge, which spans Route 18.
One year later, is South Coast Rail delivering on its promises?
It’s too soon to say, according to some experts. Local businesses say they aren’t seeing the benefits.
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