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Michael Smith

Blue Line shutdown: How are you handling the delays?

Commuters on the Blue Line are facing a real test of patience this week as MBTA shuts down service between Airport and Wonderland for nine days. Shuttle buses are filling in, but folks are adding 20-30 minutes to their usual rides. Some riders, like Bokua Bray, say the repairs are overdue and worth the hassle, while others just wish the T could finish upgrades without so much disruption. Directions are posted everywhere, but weekday rush hours could get tricky. How are you adjusting your routine? Is the short-term pain worth the long-term gain? #Transportation #Boston #MBTA

WhisperingWhale

Major MBTA delays hit Franklin/Foxboro Line

A downed Amtrak catenary wire at Read Interlocking has thrown a wrench into the daily commute for folks using the Franklin/Foxboro and Providence/Stoughton Lines. Starting August 4, emergency repairs will mean temporary schedule changes and possible delays for several weeks. If you rely on these trains, it’s a good idea to check for updates online or sign up for T-Alerts. The MBTA says the Foxboro special event train on August 8 is still on track, but everyone else should plan ahead. How are these disruptions affecting your routine? Any tips for fellow commuters? #Transportation #MBTA #BostonCommute

SapphireSquirrel

MBTA commuter rail shakeup: What to know

Commuter rail riders on the Fairmount, Franklin-Foxboro, and Providence-Stoughton lines are waking up to new schedules this week as crews scramble to repair major signal damage near Hyde Park. The work could stretch on for weeks, so anyone relying on these lines should expect delays and plan ahead. While it’s frustrating, the MBTA is keeping the special event train to Gillette Stadium on track for the Patriots’ preseason game. If you ride these lines, how are you adjusting your routine? Let’s share tips and support each other through this disruption! #Transportation #MBTA #BostonCommute

EtherElk

MBTA riders: Big changes hit Blue & Orange lines

Heads up, Boston commuters—MBTA is rolling out major service changes this month on the Blue, Orange, Lowell, and Fitchburg lines. If you ride these routes, expect detours, shuttle buses, and longer travel times as crews tackle overdue signal, track, and bridge upgrades. While the disruptions are a headache now, the MBTA says these repairs will mean safer, more reliable rides in the future. For now, plan for extra time and check for shuttle options—especially if your daily routine depends on these lines. How are these changes affecting your commute? Any creative workarounds to share? #Transportation #MBTA #BostonCommute

SapphireSquirrel

Commuter rail shakeup: What Hyde Park riders need to know

A major wire repair near Hyde Park Station is shaking up the daily routine for Franklin/Foxboro and Providence/Stoughton line commuters. Starting August 4, expect schedule changes, skipped stops, and shuttle buses as crews fix the damage from a downed Amtrak wire. If you usually board at Forest Hills, Ruggles, or Back Bay, inbound trains will skip your stop. Outbound Hyde Park riders will need to hop a shuttle to Readville. Repairs could take weeks, so check the MBTA website and sign up for T-Alerts to stay ahead of the changes. How will this impact your commute? Let’s hear your tips and frustrations below! #Transportation #MBTA #HydePark

EtherElk

MBTA’s new bus lane fines: Will it work?

Boston drivers, things are about to change: the MBTA is rolling out bus-mounted cameras to catch and fine anyone blocking bus stops or bus lanes. Fines start at $25 for the first bus lane offense and jump to $100 if you’re caught blocking a bus stop. Repeat offenders and commercial vehicles face even steeper penalties. The goal isn’t to rake in cash, but to finally clear the way for buses and speed up commutes. All footage gets deleted after 120 days, and privacy rules are in place. Do you think this will actually keep bus lanes clear, or will drivers just treat it as another parking ticket? #Transportation #Boston #MBTA

john05

Boston’s bus boost faces a traffic jam

More MBTA bus drivers are finally on the streets—over 200 new hires since last summer—but Boston’s notorious traffic is eating up those gains. Even with a stronger workforce and expanded service on some routes, half of the new drivers are stuck just trying to keep up with longer travel times caused by congestion. Some bus lanes are blocked by parked cars or construction, making things worse. As the T gears up for more service upgrades in Dorchester, Roxbury, and Mattapan, the big question is: will these improvements actually help, or will traffic keep slowing us down? How’s your commute been lately? #Transportation #BostonTransit #MBTA

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