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MTA Metro-North Railroad @mtametronorth.bsky.social · 19h

Travel seamlessly between Manhattan and the Bronx with Metro-North!

Use the CityTicket for fast and affordable travel between New York City stations in one direction, available every day at any time.

Learn more:
https://www.mta.info/fares-tolls/lirr-metro-north/cityticket

A Metro-North train pulling away from Fordham Station on a sunny day, as another train pulls in on the opposite platform.

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MTA Metro-North Railroad @mtametronorth.bsky.social · 1d

The Yankees are home for a must win game tonight against the Blue Jays in the American League Divisional Series.

We are running extra game day service, Yankee Clipper trains and all!

View schedules in the TrainTime app.

Hopefully we can do this again tomorrow night!

A Metro-North diesel train pulling away from Yankees-E. 153rd Street station on a sunny day.

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MTA Metro-North Railroad @mtametronorth.bsky.social · 2d

We finished bridge replacement work on Phase 1 of the Park Avenue Viaduct repair and replacement project.

The elevated structure was fully replaced between East 115th and East 123rd street along Park Avenue, and it was all done without disrupting service.

Janno Lieber giving a speech at a podium that reads, "Park Ave Viaduct Phase 1 Milestone," surrounded by MTA leadership wearing helmets and safety vests.

A bird's eye view of the Park Avenue Viaduct, surrounded by buildings, streets, and cars.

A Metro-North train running along the tracks, underneath the viaduct, on a sunny day.

A side view of the Park Avenue Viaduct, next to a building and tree.

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MTA Metro-North Railroad @mtametronorth.bsky.social · 2d

Thank you to everyone who attended our New Haven Open House this past Saturday!

It was a pleasure to invite the public to our New Haven Yard facility and showcase our train fleets, as well as the important work our team does behind the scenes.

Until next time—stay tuned for future events!

An overhead view of the New Haven Yard facility, with exhibits inside and people walking through.

An exhibit inside the New Haven Yard, featuring two T-shirts and a conductor outfit, as well as two hanging posters detailing the yard.

A Metro-North employee assisting a young boy with his VR headset inside of the New Haven Yard facility.

TRACKS the Dog posed with a blue wolf mascot wearing an Islanders jersey inside the New Haven Yard facility.

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MTA Metro-North Railroad @mtametronorth.bsky.social · 4d

Today’s our New Haven Open House!

We’re excited to showcase and celebrate the great work our employees do to provide safe, reliable service to the region. It’s a pleasure to see so many of you joining in the fun!

This event is fully booked but stay tuned: We’re planning future public events.

Two Metro-North employees wearing red T-shirts and lanyards, posed with Metro-Man.

A close-up shot of the Metro-North Holiday Lights train inside of the shop.

Three Metro-North locomotives lined up on display outside at the shop.

Two Metro-North locomotives on display outside at the shop.

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MTA Metro-North Railroad @mtametronorth.bsky.social · 5d

The New Haven Open House is almost here!

One exhibit you won’t want to miss is a special tribute to the late Frank English, renowned Metro-North photographer. Put together by our current photographer, Emily Moser, this showcase offers an up-close look at over 40 years of Metro-North history.

Frank English, wearing a hard helmet and safety vest, as well as carrying cameras on one hand, walking through scaffolding.

Emily Moser, wearing a helmet and safety vest, posed in front of a Metro-North employee tribute locomotive on a sunny day.

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MTA Metro-North Railroad @mtametronorth.bsky.social · 5d

Headed to Tour de Bronx this Sunday? Let the railroad be your ride from start to finish!

Take Metro-North to Yankees-E. 153rd Street for the beginning of the route, then head home from the end of it at Botanical Garden station.

Details:
https://www.ilovethebronx.com/tour-de-bronx

The Bronx Tourism Council | Tour De Bronx

TOUR DE BRONX - Sunday, October 6, 2024 from 10 am to 6 pm, starting at 161st St and Grand Concourse and ending at the New York Botanical Garden.

www.ilovethebronx.com

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MTA Metro-North Railroad @mtametronorth.bsky.social · 6d

Heads up: New schedules go into effect on October 5.

Our super-express trains on the Hudson Line will now be faster, plus we're running more service on all three East of Hudson lines.

Check TrainTime for schedules, or view a summary of the changes below:
www.mta.info/article/new-...

New Metro-North schedules start October 5, 2025

Our super-express trains on the Hudson Line will now be faster, and we're also running extra seasonal weekend service on the Hudson and New Haven lines.

www.mta.info

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MTA Metro-North Railroad @mtametronorth.bsky.social · 6d

Making plans for a weekend daytrip to the lower Hudson Valley? Hop on Metro-North for an unforgettable autumn experience! 🍁

Beginning this weekend and through the fall, we're adding extra Leaf Peeper trains on the Hudson Line.

Use our TrainTime app for schedules and tickets.

A distant shot of a Metro-North train running along the tracks during the daytime, next to the Hudson River, and amid the rows of fall foliage trees.

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MTA Metro-North Railroad @mtametronorth.bsky.social · 6d

Please do not fish on or near Metro-North tracks—doing so is both illegal and dangerous!

For your safety, stick to designated areas and respect local regulations instead.

#MNRTracks

📸: m34trailfn (IG)

A Metro-North train running along the tracks at sunset at Scarborough.

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 7d

While we upgrade the OMNY system, you will not be able to buy or load OMNY Cards for some time this weekend (October 3-5).

The upgrade will begin on October 3 at 10 p.m. and is expected to be completed by Sunday, October 5.

Learn more: omny.info/system-upgrade

Image of hand holding OMNY Card in front of OMNY Card Vending Machine

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MTA Metro-North Railroad @mtametronorth.bsky.social · 7d

Hello, October! 👋

📸: thetransitstudio (IG)

A Metro-North Siemens locomotive running on the tracks alongside the water, with buildings in the background.

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MTA Metro-North Railroad @mtametronorth.bsky.social · 8d

The MTA Board has approved new fare changes and ticket policies for Metro-North, which will go into effect starting in 2026.

You can see more information about the new fares and a summary of the policy changes here:
www.mta.info/fares-tolls/...

The interior of a Metro-North train, with people seated as well as standing by the doors.

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MTA Metro-North Railroad @mtametronorth.bsky.social · 9d

All aboard for playoffs baseball!

The Yankees start their journey with a wild card showdown in the Bronx against the rival Red Sox.

We'll have extra service all week long, with additional Yankee Clipper trains on the New Haven Line.

Use our TrainTime app to plan your trip.

A Metro-North train quickly pulling into Yankees-E. 153rd Street station during the daytime.

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MTA Metro-North Railroad @mtametronorth.bsky.social · 9d

The Metro-North newsletter is finally here! Stay informed about service, and discover all our region has to offer when you ride Metro-North.

Sign up 👇
https://mta.info/mileposts

A bird's eye view of a Metro-North train running along the tracks in the Hudson Valley, among fall foliage and to the right of the Hudson River.

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MTA Metro-North Railroad @mtametronorth.bsky.social · 12d

We've arrived at the final Yankees home series of the regular season.

If you're headed to the games, or making plans for the playoffs, we will have extra service and Yankee Clipper trains on all three lines.

Plan your trip with the TrainTime app and let's go Yankees!

A Metro-North train rushing past Yankees-E. 153rd Street station signage.

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MTA Metro-North Railroad @mtametronorth.bsky.social · 13d

Headed to the Rev Fest this weekend?

You can take Metro-North to Croton-Harmon Station, then transfer to a free shuttle bus that will bring you directly to the event!

Details:
www.westchestergov.com/home/all-pre...

People waiting on the platform at Croton-Harmon Station as a Metro-North train pulls in.

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MTA Metro-North Railroad @mtametronorth.bsky.social · 13d

Let the railroads be your ride to the Ryder Cup this weekend.

Take Metro-North to Grand Central, then transfer to the LIRR using our Combo Ticket. From Farmingdale Station, there are free shuttle buses to take you directly to Bethpage Black Course.

Plan your trip and buy tickets with TrainTime.

People taking pictures of a large red display that reads "USA" and "EUR" with their respective flags, on a cloudy day. There are several white benches behind them.

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MTA Metro-North Railroad @mtametronorth.bsky.social · 14d

Look who it is! 🐾

Tracks the Dog teamed up with Metro-North President Justin Vonashek to provide some important railroad safety tips during See Tracks? Think Train Week.

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MTA Metro-North Railroad @mtametronorth.bsky.social · 15d

We’re making your ride faster and more sustainable on the Hudson Line!

We rolled out brand new locomotives that are faster, greener and cleaner! These modern dual-mode diesel-electric engines will deliver more reliable service and cleaner air for our region.

MTA leadership cutting the banner that reads, "New Locomotives" as they stand in front of the new Metro-North locomotive inside Grand Central.

A frontal view of the new Metro-North locomotive, stationed at Grand Central.

A distant shot of the new Metro-North locomotive, running along the tracks by the Hudson River during the daytime.

Justin Vonashek walking down the aisle of a train car, with passengers seated and smiling at the camera.

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 19d

Happy Friday! Heading out to enjoy the last official weekend of summer? ☀️

⬇️ See our list of planned service changes on the subway, LIRR, and Metro-North: www.mta.info/article/mta-...

MTA Weekender: September 19-22 2025

There are service changes on the subway and LIRR this weekend. Here's how that will affect how you get around.

www.mta.info

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MTA Metro-North Railroad @mtametronorth.bsky.social · 20d

Heading to the Ryder Cup tournament? Leave the driving to us for a stress-free ride to and from Bethpage Black Course.

Take Metro-North to Grand Central, then transfer to the LIRR using our combo ticket.

Plan your trip and purchase tickets with TrainTime.

People walking along the platforms by the tracks at Grand Central Madison, with an LIRR train on each side.

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MTA Metro-North Railroad @mtametronorth.bsky.social · 21d

Tomorrow! Join us at our Connect with Us event at Katonah Station from 6:30 to 8:30 AM.

Metro-North representatives will be there to discuss your comments, concerns, and suggestions for the railroad.

Check out our Connect with Us schedule for future events:

www.mta.info/article/metr...

A Metro-North train pulling into a train station during the daytime, with people waiting on the platform.

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MTA Metro-North Railroad @mtametronorth.bsky.social · 22d

It's Day 2 of See Tracks? Think Train Week! Today, Tracks the Dog will be focusing on grade crossing.

Before crossing, make sure that:
✅ The gates are completely up.
✅ The bells stop ring and the lights stop flashing.
✅ You look both ways before crossing.

Tracks the Dog waving in front of a grade crossing, with a Metro-North train running past behind it.

Tracks the Dog, hold his arms out in front of four children standing behind him at a grade crossing.

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MTA Metro-North Railroad @mtametronorth.bsky.social · 23d

It's See Tracks? Think Train Week!

This week, our team will be present at multiple stations and grade crossings throughout our system, as well as at Grand Central Terminal, to promote the importance of rail safety.

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