In The News Newsroom > In The News > Transportation News Print Transportation News Latest Headlines The top transportation news stories, updated daily and kept on this page for one week. NJ Transit is heading to its new HQ space. But there's little elbow room northjersey.com February 6, 2025 Two major NJ Turnpike widening projects move forward at opposite ends of the state NJ.com - February 5, 2025 (PAYWALL) After NJ warehouse building boom, there's now a growing vacancy issue NorthJersey.com, 2/3/2025 New Jersey’s oldest bus company to close after 155 years NJ.com - February 3, 2025 N.J. takes steps to protect deaf drivers during police stops NJ.com - February 3, 2025 Gateway awards $1.8B to dig a key part of the new rail tunnel between NJ and NYC NorthJersey.com - February 3, 2025 There’s a new rule for N.J. student drivers. It starts today. nj.com February 2, 2025 Regional Roundup A roundup of transportation news from daily, weekly and online outlets. Ferry service from Middlesex County to Wall Street begins MyCentralJersey.com, 2/1/2025 - NY Waterway is starting weekday direct ferry service from South Amboy to Wall Street. The Wall Street stop is in addition to the ferry's stops on Brookfield Place and West 39th Street in Manhattan. North Arlington's Safety Stick Initiative to Boost Pedestrian Safety tapinto.net January 31, 2025 - In an effort to reduce the number of incidents involving blind corners and unsafe parking, Police Chief Michael Horton said his traffic bureau is preparing for the installation of Safety Sticks at targeted “no parking zones” and timed parking spots throughout the municipality. Port Authority touts record air travel at area airports njbiz.com January 31, 2025 - The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey announced this week that 2024 marked the busiest year ever at the agency’s commercial airports. Last year, a total 145.9 million air passengers flew through Newark Liberty International (EWR), John F. Kennedy International (JFK), LaGuardia (LGA), and New York Stewart International (SWF) airports. NJ Transit engineers strike looms as union rejects proposal over wage dispute newjerseymonitor.com - January 30, 2025 - The union that represents NJ Transit’s train engineers has rejected a settlement recommended by a federal board overseeing its wage dispute with the state transit agency, clearing the path to a possible strike in March. NY Waterway Offering Savings During Month-Long Hoboken PATH Closure nj1015.com - January 30, 2025 - Hoboken PATH rail station will temporarily close beginning Jan. 31 for safety repairs and improvements, but NY Waterway is trying to soften the blow from Jan. 31 through Feb. 24. Thursday was last day of PATH service at Hoboken Terminal until Feb. 25 NorthJersey.com - January 30, 2025 - PATH workers spent the day at Hoboken Terminal Thursday alerting commuters and other riders of the train service between North Jersey and lower Manhattan that starting Friday, PATH service will be halted at the terminal until Feb. 25 because of a major construction project. Solberg-Hunterdon Airport master plan public meeting is Feb. 5 MyCentralJersey.com - January 29, 2025 - Solberg-Hunterdon Airport will host a second public information meeting as part of its process in drafting a new master plan from 6-8 p.m. on Feb. 5 at Readington Middle School. If school is closed because of inclement weather, the meeting will be held the following week on Feb. 12. Township officials are expecting a large public turnout. Input Wanted On Transportation Issues Jersey Shore Online - January 29, 2025 - NJTPA MENTION - The North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority is crafting a 25-year strategy on improving various forms of transportation. It might be hard to imagine what 2050 will look like, but assuming we don’t have flying cars yet, they want to know how to improve roads, bus service, and more. Can NJ fix these 10 deadliest intersections? NJ Spotlight News, 1/28/2025 - The list includes three intersections along US 1&9 in Elizabeth, two each on Route 129 in Trenton and Route 9 in Old Bridge and three along Route 27, two in Franklin in Somerset County and one in Roselle in Union County. All are slated to be upgraded with smart-signal technology or other measures designed to reduce accidents. Could Trump executive order hold up money for NJ Transit projects, Gateway tunnel? nj.com January 27, 2025 NJTPA MENTION One of President Donald Trump’s day-one executive orders has already caused chaos and confusion — and could jeopardize billions of dollars in New Jersey transportation projects. Could hundreds more buses cram into the Lincoln Tunnel at rush hour? How AI might help. NJ.com 1/26/2025 - The hundreds of commuter buses that run in a conga line on Route 495 bus lane to the Lincoln Tunnel could move faster and fit in more vehicles under a concept the Port Authority received a $805,000 federal grant to study. Ferry To NYC Will Be $3 During Month-Long Closure Of Hoboken PATH Station patch.com January 23, 2025 - HOBOKEN, NJ — Hoboken's PATH train station, a major conduit between the mile-square city and Manhattan, is closing for upgrades from Jan. 31 through Feb. 25. The Port Authority is offering transit alternatives in conjunction with other agencies — including $3 ferry rides when bought in person or via an app. Commissioner Rich Attends NJTPA Meeting To Discuss Future Transportation Projects tapinto.net January 23, 2025 FLEMINGTON, NJ On January 13th, Hunterdon County Commissioner and liaison to North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority (NJTPA) Board of Trustees, Zach Rich, attended a meeting focused on seeking public input for the future of transportation in the region. 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. Study Questions Benefit of Right Turn on Red Right turn on red movements are generally unsafe for pedestrians, bicyclists, and drivers while only “marginally beneficial” in lowering emissions and only under certain contexts, according to a new study. Speed, Signage Impact Yielding to Pedestrians A study of Minnesota intersection crossings found that speed, signage, and wide, multi-lane roads strongly correlate with drivers yielding to pedestrians. Washington Ranks 1st for Bicycle Friendliness Washington returned to the top stpo as the most bicycle friendly state, according to the League of American Bicyclists. Issues & Insights A list of links to recent articles, reports and announcements relating to transportation policy, legislation and research. Senate EPW Leaders Set Transportation Priorities for 2025 AASHTO, February 5, 2025 - Sen. Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), chair of the EPW committee, and Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), ranking member of the EPW committee, both highlighted their good working relationship and mutual desire to maintain a “bipartisan focus” as work begins on the next federal surface transportation reauthorization funding package. Fewer Young People Are Getting Driver's Licenses, But Our Transportation Remains So Car-Centric Teen Vogue, January 29, 2025 - According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, approximately one-third of the nation’s residents don’t have driver’s licenses. In her 2024 book “When Driving is Not an Option: Steering Away from Car Dependency,” disability advocate Anna Zivarts argues that not only is America’s car-centric infrastructure harmful to the climate, it also fails to meet the everyday needs of many Americans. Michigan Kills Plan to Road Test Replacement for Gas Taxes Governing, Jan. 23, 2025 - Like other states, Michigan is seeing declining revenues due to electric vehicles. It's pulled a pilot program to try out a fee system based on miles traveled due to lack of funding, which critics call short-sighted. Can American Drivers Learn to Love Roundabouts? Bloomberg, January 6, 2025 - They save lives, reduce traffic delays and cut emissions. Still, communities often resist them. Can cities get drivers to turn the corner on circular intersections? NYC DOT Authorizes On-Street 'Microhub Zones' to Combat Negative Environmental and Safety Effects of Truck Deliveries New York City DOT, Jan 16, 2025 - New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez today announced that the agency will establish on-street 'microhub zones,' as part of a local delivery hub pilot to address the negative environmental and public safety effects of truck deliveries. Microhub Zones were officially authorized today by administrative rule Read More...