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  • Much-Needed Pedestrian Plaza Is Coming To Southeastern Queens

    Much-Needed Pedestrian Plaza Is Coming To Southeastern Queens

    By Joseph Morales To most, Southeastern Queens comprises of Queens south of the Grand Central Pkwy and east of the Van Wyck Expwy(I-678). While it is less densely populated than most of Western Queens, people in many parts of the area still rely on walking and transit to get around. In the two Community Board Read more

  • ​​Could Trolleys Come Back in New York City?

    ​​Could Trolleys Come Back in New York City?

    By Joseph Morales Trolleys were once a widespread and reliable means of getting around New York City and many other cities in the United States. Trolley lines were once just as widespread as today’s bus routes across cities. Since most Americans in cities took mass transit to work, trolleys had plenty of riders and the Read more

  • Bus Service To Six Flags Slashed Ahead of Theme Park Season

    Bus Service To Six Flags Slashed Ahead of Theme Park Season

    By Joseph Morales Six Flags Great Adventure is by far one of the most popular amusement parks in the Northeast. Located about 70 miles from NYC, the park is known for its jaw-dropping roller coasters and fantasy-themed rides. In 2021 according to AECOM, Six Flags Great Adventure attracted more than 2.9 million visitors, making it Read more

  • Could The Nostrand Avenue Line Be Extended?

    Could The Nostrand Avenue Line Be Extended?

    By Joseph Morales The Nostrand Avenue Line is a busy subway line in Brooklyn. The line runs from Franklin Ave-Medgar Avenue College and Flatbush Av-Brooklyn College and is served by the 2 and 5 lines. The Nostrand Avenue Line connects several densely populated neighborhoods in Central Brooklyn, such as Midwood, Flatbush, and Prospect Lefferts Gardens. Read more

  • Could There Be More Bronx Express Bus Changes?

    Could There Be More Bronx Express Bus Changes?

    By Joseph Morales      Express buses are critical transportation assets for residents of the outer boroughs. In areas far from Manhattan, subway service, or both, express buses are often the only direct mass transit link between many communities and Manhattan. As congestion pricing nears, many may turn to express buses to avoid the even higher Read more

  • How Can Transit Be Improved Between Rockland/ Orange Counties and Manhattan?

    How Can Transit Be Improved Between Rockland/ Orange Counties and Manhattan?

    By Joseph Morales *Rail service in Rockland/Orange County is run by NJ Transit through a contract with the MTA Metro-North Railroad. Hence, the rail stations in both counties are Metro-North stations despite being served by NJ Transit.        Rockland and Orange Counties are two densely populated suburban counties on the west side of the Hudson Read more