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United celebrates turnaround at Newark Liberty International, outlines future ROI-NJ.com, September 17, 2025 Summit to Cut Ribbon on New Bike Depot Tapinto.net, September 16, 2025 Seaside Heights’ Central Avenue Streetscape, Bike Lane Project Aims for 2027 Construction ShoreBeat.com, September 16, 2025 NJTPA MENTION PAC Launched by Locals to Promote Alternative Transportation Statewide Has a Tall Order jcitytimes.com, September 15, 2025 NJ Congressman proposes cash compensation for select delayed, cancelled flights PIX 11, September 15, 2025 NJ Transit takes over River LINE operation CentralJersey.com September 14, 2025 Solutions Sought for ‘Mysterious Crack’ that Split Smith Street in Woodbridge Tapinto.net September 14, 2025 Regional Roundup A roundup of transportation news from daily, weekly and online outlets. County launches study to expand electric vehicle infrastructure NewJerseyHills.com September 13, 2025 - Somerset County has begun a comprehensive 12-month study aimed at reducing emissions and expanding electric vehicle charging infrastructure throughout the region, positioning itself as a leader in sustainable transportation initiatives. Fifth Avenue Road Project to Begin on Monday September 15 tapinto.net September 12, 2025 A long-anticipated infrastructure project will soon be getting underway along Fifth Avenue, as the Mayor and Council announced that work is set to begin on or about Monday, September 15. The improvements will stretch between Main Street and C Street and will include both road resurfacing and extensive upgrades to underground utilities Experience New Jersey’s Top Attractions with New Jersey’s Transit’s Modernized Rail Services travelandtourworld.com September 12, 2025 New Jersey Transit is advancing its modernisation strategy by finalising a procurement for 200 additional Multilevel III commuter rail cars and 12 ALP-45 dual-power locomotives, securing the order from Alstom for a total expenditure of USD 1 billion. NY Waterway’s “Shades of Autumn” Fall Foliage Tours Offer Spectacular Views Along the Hudson River patch.com September 12, 2025 Tickets are on sale now for NY Waterway’s “Shades of Autumn” Fall Foliage Tours, offering passengers unique on-water views of the spectacular fall scenery along the Hudson River. The weekend tours begin October 11 and run through November 2, with departures from the Midtown/West 39th Street and Port Imperial/Weehawken ferry terminals. Middlesex County and NJ TRANSIT to Enter Construction Phase on New Brunswick Train Station Renovations The Sun Newspapers, 9/11/2025 — Middlesex County, in partnership with NJ TRANSIT that they are entering the construction phase on the long-anticipated, nearly $70 million revitalization of the New Brunswick Train Station Late Night Drivers Fed Up with Nonstop Red Lights in New Jersey nj1015.com September 11, 2025 I can't be the only one who feels this way about the traffic lights here in New Jersey. More specifically with the way they're timed. Yes, this can be frustrating during the daytime hours. One Year Study: Powering Ahead to Cut Somerset County Emissions, Boost Electric Vehicle Infrastructure TAP inot Sommerville, 9/11/2025, NJTPA MENTION —Powering Ahead for Somerset County, a 12-month study funded by the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority, will focus on reducing emissions, identifying electric vehicle (EV) charging corridors, and determining which county-owned properties can support the installation of EV charging stations for public and county-owned vehicles. How buses will move tens of thousands of World Cup soccer fans at MetLife Stadium NJ.com, 09/09/2025 (PAYWALL) - Work is underway to build NJ Transit’s Transit bus-based rapid transit system that will be counted on to provide transportation to thousands of soccer fans attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford. Piscataway company to complete work on Carteret waterfront walkway project MyCentralJersey.com, 09/09/2025 — A Piscataway company that build the first phase of the riverwalk has been awarded a contract to continue the boardwalk from Waterfront Park to Noes Creek. 2 N.J. rail lines spared from cuts under SEPTA plan that borrows an NJ Transit idea NJ.com, 09/09/2025 (PAYWALL) — Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro approved a plan that will restore all Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority cuts by Sept. 14 by allowing the agency to use $394 million for major capital projects to cover operating costs. NJ Transit buys 200 more multilevel rail cars as it phases out aging single-level cars ROI-NJ.com, 09/09/2025 - As part of its ongoing effort to modernize its rail fleet, enhance service reliability and improve the customer experience, NJ Transit said Sept. 9 it has exercised a contract option with Alstom Transportation Inc. for the purchase of 200 additional multilevel rail cars. The cars will be built by Alstom and cost about $1.055 billion. E-bikes are everywhere. N.J. congressman proposes new laws as injuries soar NJ.com 09/08/2025 — U.S. Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-NJ, came to Hackensack High School on the first Friday of the school year to urge New Jersey municipalities to enforce a state law that requires e-bike riders under 17 to wear a helmet. News Archive Get the weekly Regional Roundup of news sent to you by subscribing to the NJTPA E-list. Research Transfers Some recent research postings from InTransition magazine. Shared Micromobility Trips Hit Record High in North America Shared micromobility trips across North America set a record for the second consecutive year, up 31 percent and eclipsing 225 million in 2024. Leading Pedestrian Intervals in New York City Reduced Injuries A seven-second head start for pedestrians crossing the street reduced injuries in New York City by a third, according to a study of more than 6,000 intersections. Walking and Biking Accounts for <10% of Trips in Most of the U.S. Walking and biking accounts for less than 10 percent of trips in more than two-thirds of U.S. counties, according to a new report. Issues & Insights A list of links to recent articles, reports and announcements relating to transportation policy, legislation and research. The Great Freight Recession WBUR, September 10, 2025 - The trucking industry, and more broadly the freight industry, still hasn't fully recovered from the business impacts of COVID. What's behind that? These Cargo Bike-Share Experiments Are Taking Off in Montreal Next City, September 8, 2025 - Cargo bikes can be helpful for carrying groceries, moving kids to soccer practice or even hauling odd jobs around the city — but they’re often expensive, bulky and hard to store securely. One-Way Streets Are the Wrong Way to Tame Downtown Traffic CityLab, September 4, 2025 - In the 1950s, US traffic planners thought unidirectional arterials were better for moving cars through urban areas. Now many cities are having second thoughts. No Way-mo: Opposition to NYC's robot car pilot grows Gothamist, August 27, 2025 - Waymo, a taxi app company owned by Google’s parent-company Alphabet, got the green light from the city transportation department to operate eight autonomous vehicles in the city through September. Dear Cities: Let’s Make FIFA Count Planetizen, August 18, 2025 - It’s not just about the venue. It’s about public transit, a mix of surrounding uses, open spaces, bike trails, stormwater management, and how all these components stitch together. Read More...