LIRR: the busiest U.S. commuter rail, 24/7 service under MTA; ridership 2025 ~336k/day; freight through NY&A.
The Maisons-Alfort Wildlife Veterinary Hospital has been caring for injured and orphaned animals, including a young fox found with minor injuries. The hospital emphasizes careful rehabilitation to prepare animals for return to the wild. The story highlights ongoing efforts to protect urban wildlife amid increasing human activity.
Unions representing Long Island Rail Road workers have not reached a new contract after days of talks. Negotiations are ongoing with the MTA and the National Mediation Board stepping in as commuters face disruptions and alternative travel options are being arranged by state authorities.
A two-alarm fire on a Amtrak work car in a Hudson River tunnel has injured five rail workers and disrupted Amtrak, NJ Transit and LIRR service into and out of Penn Station. Officials say overhead wires were damaged and service is expected to be heavily delayed through the morning rush.