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Mass. Senate Budget Revives Threat of MBTA Service Cuts

If it were enacted as the state's new budget law, the Senate proposal would force the T's budget writers to fill a budget shortfall of roughly $200 million this year, with virtually no reserve funding available to cushion the blow.

MassDOT Road Project Will Shut Down Half of the Orange Line for 9 Days, Starting Friday

The silver lining: the new bridges that MassDOT is building will create wider sidewalks, protected bike paths, and more dedicated bus lanes to improve connections between East Somerville and Sullivan Square.

Region Seeks New Operating Contract for Expanding Bluebikes System

The Metropolitan Area Planning Council, on behalf of the municipal owners of the Bluebikes system, has issued a 'request for proposals' for private-sector operators who can manage the system for the next five years.

MassDOT Is Filling Gaps In the Border to Boston Trail

Updates on the Mystic River bike and pedestrian bridge, new trail connections in Peabody, and rail trail upgrades for rural Essex County.

April 29, 2025

DCR Proposes A Six-Lane Riverfront Highway For Its Brighton ‘Park’

The state's parks agency maintains numerous riverfront highways in the Boston region that contribute to the region's air pollution and congestion by subsidizing suburban car commuters to drive into downtown Boston.

April 23, 2025

Concord and Lexington Declare Freedom From Cars For 250th Patriots’ Day Weekend

Numerous streets will be opened up for bikes and pedestrians for the 250th anniversary of the Battles of Concord and Lexington.

April 17, 2025

The Path Forward for Allston’s Highway Megaproject Is Getting Narrower

Is MassDOT ready to admit that Allston needs more trains and fewer lanes?

April 16, 2025

City of Everett Seeks Volunteers For New Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The group, chartered by the Everett City Council, started meeting this winter, and they are seeking additional members.

April 14, 2025