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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.
Will South Coast Rail’s ‘full build’ ever happen?
A faster, cleaner train route to Boston is still on the drawing board — but the state hasn’t funded it and isn’t talking about it.
Fall River/New Bedford Line slowly recovers from weather impacts
Trains were back to normal Tuesday after snow and cold temperatures caused widespread disruptions for the past week.
2025 in review: South Coast Rail in the spotlight, and other top transportation stories
In 2025, the South Coast entered a transportation renaissance.
Signs suggest South Coast Rail is boosting tourism, development
The extension has brought more visitors, and it seems to be attracting more developers to build here. But it’s too early to say if it’s helping business or job-seekers.
Commuter rail ridership surges with South Coast Rail
Weekday commuters are driving the numbers, The Light’s data analysis found.
Construction ramps up to replace I-195/Route 18 interchange
It’s the start of a yearslong project to modernize the “obsolete” structure, built 60 years ago.
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