Appleton
Appleton, NY · Traffic & Transit
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Inside Look: University at Buffalo Puts First 8 Electric Buses Into Stampede Service
The University at Buffalo has introduced eight battery-electric buses into its campus transit service. This marks the start of a four-year plan to shift the university’s fleet from diesel to electric vehicles. The transition is part of UB's broader sustainability efforts to reduce carbon emissions on campus. The University...
ubspectrum.com
UB cuts the ribbon on new electric bus fleet
Eight out of 17 UB Stampede buses will now run solely on electricity. The university’s parking and transportation department held a ribbon cutting ceremony for these battery-electric buses Monday afternoon. This electricity-fueled fleet is only one of the physical manifestations of the University’s pledge to have net zero emissions...
Democrat and Chronicle
Finger Lakes transportation needs highlighted in NY plan
The New York State Department of Transportation is establishing long-term improvements to transportation and pedestrian infrastructure with the New York State Transportation Master Plan 2050. The master plan is a performance-based plan that identifies six goals developed by transportation partners, stakeholders, and residents across NYS to achieve the community-centered vision: Safe transportation for all Community responsive and resilient transportation system Reliable and efficient transportation network Accessible and affordable transportation choices Environmental stewardship and protection Strengthen economic competitiveness Transportation needs identified in the Finger Lakes Region Ten distinct regions have been identified with unique transportation needs influenced by local drivers, environmental conditions, and other community characteristics. Regional profiles look at key transportation infrastructures and various data such as how residents commute to work. The 10 regions include Western New York, Finger Lakes, Central New York, North County, Mohawk Valley, Southern Tier, New York City, Capital Region, Mid-Hudson and Long Island. In the Finger Lakes, several infrastructures have been identified across various modes of transportation including: Major Airport: Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport Rail: Amtrak (1 station) Major Highways: New York State Thruway to I-90 & I-490 Major Bicycle Routes/Trails: Empire State Trail and New York State Bike Route 14 Transit
WKBW-TV
'Extremely important': Buffalo school board approves $80M NFTA bus contract for students amid cost concerns
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — The Buffalo Board of Education unanimously approved an $80 million, five-year contract with the Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA) to provide bus passes for eligible students, but the vote was met with concerns about cost. Wednesday's vote, approved at a special board meeting just one...
WKBW 7 News Buffalo
Concerns raised over deteriorating railroad bridge in Hamburg
News 4 Buffalo
First Student urges drivers to slow down, use caution as school buses return to roads
CHEEKTOWAGA, N.Y. (WIVB) — As students prepare to return to school, drivers across Western New York will soon be sharing the roads with more school buses. First Student General Manager Rob Hummel is urging motorists to slow down, pay attention, and be prepared for frequent stops. “When you see a school bus, keep in mind […]
wnypapers.com
Travel advisory: Closure of Kensington Expressway ramps to Scajaquada Expressway
Submitted by the New York State Department of Transportation. The New York State Department of Transportation is advising motorists that the Kensington Expressway (state Route 33) ramps in both directions to the Scajaquada Expressway (Route 198) in the City of Buffalo will be closed beginning at 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, until 6 a.m. Friday, Aug. 21, to facilitate paving. Drivers should expect delays and follow the posted detours.
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Travel advisory: Grand Island Boulevard closure in Town of Grand Island
Submitted by the New York State Department of Transportation. The New York State Department of Transportation is advising motorists that Grand Island Boulevard (state Route 324), in the Town of Grand Island, will be closed between Whitehaven Road and Long Road beginning at 6 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, for approximately two weeks, to facilitate culvert replacements. Drivers should follow the posted detour using Baseline Road and Long Road.
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Two crashes backing up traffic on 190N