MBTA announces extended Red Line shutdown
The MBTA announced on Thursday that it will suspend service on the Red Line's Braintree branch for 24 days in September.
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The MBTA announced on Thursday that it will suspend service on the Red Line's Braintree branch for 24 days in September.
The MBTA announced on Thursday that it will suspend service on the Red Line's Braintree branch for 24 days in September.
The MBTA said the shutdown is needed for track repairs. Shuttle buses will replace trains and Blue Bikes will be free.
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Riders on the T will be able to tap-to-pay with a credit card, smartphone or a smartwatch.
A derailment on the Red Line early Tuesday morning forced the MBTA to bring out shuttle buses for several angry and frustrated commuters.
There were delays on the Red Line on Tuesday.
Service is suspended so the MBTA can make repairs. Shuttle buses are available for stops in between the closed stations.
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The new system allows MBTA bus and subway passengers to simply tap their phone or credit card to pay for rides.
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