This past Monday, the MTA released a test version of their app, MYmta. Let’s see if it does us any good. In an effort to bring the MTA into the 21st century, New York’s main transport system has released an...
It’s official. As of this week, Central Park below 72nd Street is now a car free zone. In April, Mayor de Blasio’s office announed that the city would be “prioritizing people over cars,” and we a...
The MTA is taking a cue from our brothers and sisters across the pond and is planning on doubling up city buses this year. On Monday, the New York City Transit confirmed that they will be testing their first double-deck...
The MTA has teamed up with Spotify this week to pay tribute to David Bowie. A creative installation at the Broadway-Lafayette subway station which promotes the “David Bowie Is” exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum...
Ask any New Yorker to tell you their worst subway commute story and they probably have a few lined up. With all the construction and delays on the subways commuting can be a nightmare. You can never really be certain th...
The train’s service schedules on weekdays and weekends can differ immensely, depending on which lines you need most. Train lines you’re used to relying on can switch routes, or shut down completely for the weekend...
New Yorkers have been complaining about MetroCards for years. The current card system we have is incredibly outdated and truly a daily pain. It can bend as you swipe, the magnetic strip doesn’t always work properly, and...
A majority of commuting in NYC is done through the use of our wonderful and always punctual subway system. Never delayed, or stuck, or wreaking of vomit… …if only. On top of all the hardships you’ll face on your...
One of the beautiful things about New York is the people. It’s such a melting pot of individuals from all social statuses that we seldom appreciate how unique that is. Where else can famous people walk the streets...
Only 117 NYC subway stations are fully accessible…out of all 472. An upsetting number for those who are disabled and cannot use the stairs to maneuver NYC’s subway system. The Guardian recently put together a comprehens...