Patco Now Accepts Credit Cards For Fares From Casual Riders
Until now, occasional Patco riders had to pay with cash at the ticket machines, and they'd get their change back in dollar coins. No more.
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Until now, occasional Patco riders had to pay with cash at the ticket machines, and they'd get their change back in dollar coins. No more.
The chairman of the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission says January is when the conversion to all electronic tolling is expected to begin with a pilot program at the Delaware River Bridge.
In total, 23 projects will get underway, involving streets across the area.
Volunteers helped aging drivers review their driving issues, polish their skills, and learn techniques for adapting to declining abilities.
"Be prepared to walk" was the message from Mayor Nutter and other officials who spelled out transportation plans for the World Meeting of Families in September.
Buses will replace the trolleys for the entire line June 15th through September 6th.
The car service agreed to some rules with the state's department of transportation including background checks and driving history checks on drivers.
Included is a side deal that guarantees higher wages for baggage handlers and other employees of private contractors at PHL.
Remember, savvy travelers do not live by GPS alone!
A tractor trailer overturned early on I-295 Northbound Wednesday.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission says the southbound lanes of I-476 near Lansdale have reopened.
SEPTA says they are adding more train trips on the Broad Street and Market Frankford Lines to help fans "swiftly" get to and from the concert.
In the wake of last month's fatal Amtrak derailment in Philadelphia, the federal government is recommending that commuter railroads, such as SEPTA, examine their speed controls where they have sharp curves.
If your church is planning a trip to Philadelphia for the pope's visit this fall, you'll need register if you want a parking place.
The Turnpike says a several mile backlog has developed north of Lansdale, and motorists may want to seek another route to avoid delays.
