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1859 storiesnewest firstlatest September 18, 2026page 49 of 93
A Brooklyn motorcyclist died after crashing on the Queensboro Bridge’s westbound ramp at 6:20 p.m. on September 17, 2026, prompting NYPD response and evening traffic congestion in Long Island City.
A large tree fell onto a traffic signal and two parked cars in Belmont Hills, injuring two people who were taken to Lankenau Medical Center. Lower Merion officials are investigating the cause and working to repair the damaged signal.
A failed air‑conditioning compressor on a PATCO train caused smoke to fill the 15th and Locust Station platform on September 18, 2026, with no injuries reported.
A multi‑vehicle crash on I‑95 southbound near Aramingo Avenue in Northeast Philadelphia closed three lanes at 12:15 p.m., causing a traffic crawl during the afternoon rush hour.
The Wildwood community gathered in early September to honor John “Gig” Gigliotti, celebrating his 35‑year tenure as the iconic Sightseer tramcar driver and safety coordinator. Friends, family, and boardwalk regulars highlighted his lasting influence on the boardwalk experience.
Metro will suspend Yellow Line service for two September weekends in 2026 to carry out scheduled track maintenance, urging riders to use alternative routes during the closures.
A JD Power survey of 25,000 travelers ranked Reagan National, Dulles, and Baltimore/Washington airports near the bottom of North American airport satisfaction scores, with Reagan National placed seventh worst. The study evaluated factors such as ease of travel, terminal facilities, staff and retail options.
The TTC will modify streetcar service on King Street West for ten months from September 2026 to July 2027 to accommodate major infrastructure upgrades, with riders urged to expect temporary changes and follow updates.
VIA Rail will stop serving Guildwood and Malton stations on Oct. 25, 2026, saying the stops are too near Union Station and already covered by GO Transit. Commuters reliant on those stations have expressed criticism of the decision.
An SUV that ran a red light struck a Metro bus at a Chatsworth intersection on September 17, killing two people, and prompting a police investigation supported by security‑camera footage.
An empty school bus driven by a 65‑year‑old crashed into a four‑story apartment at 869 Eastern Parkway at 7:21 a.m., displacing 26 residents. Authorities are investigating the cause of the driver’s loss of control.
Exterior grime is building up on L line subway cars as the MTA repairs a broken train‑washing system, part of a broader rehabilitation program. The MTA spokesperson confirmed the issue and said crews are working to restore full cleaning capability.
Society Hill residents are providing $54,000 for a traffic study of proposed bike lanes on Pine and Spruce Streets, a project stalled for over two years by a lawsuit from Friends of Pine and Spruce.
NJ Transit and Amtrak will reduce service for five weeks starting Oct. 9, 2026, to facilitate construction of the Portal North Bridge across the New Jersey rail network.
A vehicle crash with injuries blocked northbound lanes of the Palmetto Expressway at Northwest 36th Street on Thursday morning, prompting Florida Highway Patrol to manage the incident and traffic disruptions.
Montreal real estate developers are paying a royalty to finance the construction of the delayed Griffintown REM station, ensuring funds are in place despite the project not yet being built.
Montreal’s mayor announced that the city is reviewing design options for a replacement of the aging Rosemont‑Van Horne viaduct, emphasizing the need for an impressive visual appearance.
The TTC will alter streetcar service on King Street West from September 2026 to June 2027 for a ten‑month infrastructure upgrade, affecting a key downtown transit corridor.
Griffintown developers are paying a royalty to fund a yet‑to‑be‑built REM station, part of a financing scheme that requires private contributions to the city's rapid transit expansion.
Montreal’s mayor says the new Rosemont‑Van Horne viaduct must feature an impressive design as the city evaluates options for replacing the aging structure.
