I-91 exit numbers switching to mileage-based system starting today

CONNECTICUT (WFSB) - Starting Thursday, drivers on Interstate 91 anywhere from New Haven to the Massachusetts line will see the state switching exit numbers. The exit numbers will soon all be changed to mileage-based numbers to match federal standards. Drivers can expect lane and shoulder closures both northbound and southbound...

CRISI grants to fund passenger projects in Wisconsin, Massachusetts (updated)

WASHINGTON — Wisconsin and Massachusetts have received federal grants for significant passenger rail projects under the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements program, officials have announced. Grants were also announced for projects in Nebraska, Ohio, Missouri, and Alabama. The awards follow announcement of three other CRISI grants on Thursday, including one for another project in [...] Read More...

Multi-vehicle crash closes lanes on I-84 in Hartford

HARTFORD, Conn. (WFSB) - A multi-vehicle crash closed a couple of lanes on Interstate 84 westbound in Hartford late Wednesday morning. According to the state Department of Transportation, the left and center lanes were closed between exits 46 and 45. The CT DOT said the crash was first reported around...

$130 million in federal funding secured for West-East Rail in Massachusetts

New Hartford Line station at Windsor Locks, Conn., to open Oct. 18

WINDSOR LOCKS, Conn. — The new Windsor Locks station for CTrail Hartford Line and Amtrak service will open on Oct. 18, officials have announced. State and local officials participated in a ribbon cutting today (Oct. 13) to mark the station’s readiness for service. The $121.2 million project relocates rail and bus service from south of [...] Read More...

Route 66, Washington Street, closed in Middletown

The state Department of Transportation said Route 66, Washington Street, is closed between Camp Street and Old Mill Road.

MBTA's Red Line fleet replacement might not be finished until the 2030s

Replacing all of the MBTA's Red Line train cars could now take until at least the early 2030s, according to its latest spending plan. Why it matters: Supply chain problems, international economic winds and other tensions with the Chinese manufacturer have delayed the replacement cars that were originally expected to be in place by the end of the 2010s. State of play: The MBTA's FY2026 capital plan now puts the completion date within FY2032, meaning the T doesn't expect to close out the contract until 2031 at the earliest. New cars could be put in service before then, but the T is admitting the current deadline for an all-new Red Line by the end of 2027 is no longer achievable. Catch up quick: The MBTA awarded CRRC MA the contract in 2014 to replace a Red Line fleet that had far outlived its 30-year intended lifespan. An MBTA spokesperson told Axios CRRC is developing a revised delivery schedule for the cars. Catch up quick: The MBTA awarded CRRC MA the contract in 2014 to replace a Red Line fleet that had far outlived its 30-year intended lifespan. Zoom in: Several problems stacked up after the contract was awarded. COVID-19 shutdowns

Springfield construction disrupts local businesses

Construction projects in downtown Springfield are affecting parking and business for some local establishments, with owners and staff adjusting as work continues.

A Century Of Railroad History Follows You Along This 11-Mile Massachusetts Paved Trail

Pedaling this Massachusetts trail feels easy, but the route carries more history than its gentle curves suggest. The Nashua River Rail Trail follows a former railroad through shady woods, wetlands, and small towns, with roughly 11 miles of the path stretching across Massachusetts. Trains once moved along this corridor for...

Mailbox Blocked By A Parked Car. Here's What Massachusetts Residents Should Know About Delivery.

Massachusetts doesn't ban parking in front of mailboxes, but mail carriers won't always stop to deliver if a car's blocking the way. With post offices stretched thin and longer routes, that blocked mailbox could mean delayed mail.

A 3-day dangerous driving crackdown begins Tuesday across New England

Editor's Note: This is an excerpt from WBUR's daily morning newsletter, WBUR Today. If you like what you read and want it in your inbox, sign up here. Couldn't make it to the Topsfield Fair? You've still got a chance to see some giant gourds. Boston's "official pumpkin" arrives today at Boston Public Market at 11 a.m. And unlike the city's official Christmas tree, which comes from Nova Scotia, this gift has a shorter commute. Each year, pumpkin grower Art Kaczenski and Red Apple Farm in Phillipston donate a pumpkin to Boston Public Market. And in celebration of the harvest season here in New England, it's available to check out for free.

New train station to open near Bradley International Airport. Here's what to expect.

Windsor Locks is preparing to open a new train station that state and local leaders say will improve transportation access, support downtown development and strengthen connections to Bradley International Airport. The new station on Main Street will begin serving Amtrak and Hartford Line passengers this Sunday, marking the return of...

Road reconstruction projects begin this month in Chicopee

Construction is beginning in Chicopee as part of several roadwork projects aiming to improve infrastructure and traffic conditions.

This Unforgettable Connecticut Train Ride Takes You Through The Most Stunning Scenery

Somewhere in Thomaston, Connecticut, a vintage train is sitting at a beautiful brick station, and it’s waiting specifically for you. The Railroad Museum of New England offers one of the most genuinely enjoyable experiences in the entire state, and the best part is that it requires almost no effort on your part whatsoever.

MassDOT: Daytime and Overnight Construction Operations on I-90

BECKET, Mass. – The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing daytime and overnight bridge painting and repairs on I-90 eastbound and westbound in the towns of Becket, Montgomery, and Russell. All work is weather dependent and will take place at the following locations and times:. Becket:. Bridge painting...

Lane closed on I-90 eastbound in Montgomery/Russell for bridge repairs

Bridge repairs will be conducted on I-90 eastbound in Montgomery and Russell on Thursday.

Mass. schools struggle with rising costs to heat classrooms, transport students

Skyrocketing fuel prices are putting financial pressure on Massachusetts school districts, forcing officials to consider difficult budget decisions that could ultimately impact students and teachers. In Peabody, school officials expect to spend an additional $100,000 on diesel this school year if prices remain at their current levels. "With limited resources,...

Over 500 Users Successfully Enrolled on First Day of MBTA Car-Free Seniors Pilot Program

The MBTA today announced that 532 users were successfully enrolled in the MBTA’s Car-Free Seniors Pilot Program yesterday, its first day of availability. The new initiative provides free MBTA service to Massachusetts residents age 75 and older who no longer drive, which includes free travel across MBTA bus, subway, ferry, and Commuter Rail services. More information about the pilot program is on the MBTA website.