commuting

How not to board a train

February 12, 2009 11:57:00 AM

Train Rider from the Train Stopping blog reports a person tried unsuccessfully to hop on a moving commuter rail train as it left the station in Southborough this morning: We slammed to a halt immediately (you can always tell when the emergency brake is engaged) and sat there for a few minutes. My understanding is

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Southborough to Boston bus will keep running

February 4, 2009 02:09:25 PM

Southborough commuters who ride the Cavalier Coach bus to Boston and back can breathe a sigh of relief, at least for now. The bus line that runs from Marlborough, through downtown Southborough, and then into Boston has been in danger of being eliminated due to low ridership combined with cuts in state subsidies. But the

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Late train for First Night revelers

December 30, 2008 11:08:00 AM

Heading into Boston to celebrate First Night on Wednesday? A late train has been added to schedule, so you can stay for the fireworks and still make it home on the commuter rail. The last train on the Framingham/Worcester line is scheduled to leave South Station at 1:00 am and will make all stops, including

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A chance for Southborough commuters to voice their opinions

December 16, 2008 05:59:00 AM

You’ve been hearing about the proposed Mass Pike toll hike for weeks, and now it’s time to have your say. The Turnpike Authority will hold a public hearing in Framingham on Wednesday. Here are the details: Framingham Memorial Building (map) Nevins Hall 150 Concord Street Framingham, MA 01702 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. A number

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Southborough-Boston bus service extended

December 12, 2008 05:57:00 AM

Some good news for Southborough commuters after a week of not so good news. The Metrowest Daily News reports Cavalier Coach has decided to extend the Southborough to Boston bus line through the end of January. The bus service has been in danger of being cancelled due to a cut in state subsidies. The company

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A rough week for Southborough commuters

December 10, 2008 12:40:00 PM

Do you take the commuter rail to work? If so, chances are good you’re having a frustrating week. Here’s a recap of the delays and cancellations riders on the Framingham/Worcester line have faced so far this week: Monday, 12/08Delayed 30 minutes: P508 train scheduled to leave Southborough at 7:23 am Tuesday, 12/09Cancelled: P508 train scheduled

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Why paying $4 for parking at the commuter rail might be worth it

December 9, 2008 08:30:00 AM

Because when you find out your train is 30 minutes late and it’s 9 degrees outside, at least you have a warm car to go wait in. On a related note, the Metrowest Daily News reports the owner of Fitzgerald’s General Store across the tracks from the station plans to rent out 80 parking spots

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A temporary reprieve for Southborough-Boston bus line riders

November 21, 2008 08:54:00 AM

I reported earlier this week that the Southborough to Boston bus line operated by Cavalier Coach was slated to be eliminated at the end of this month because of state subsidy cuts. Today comes word that Cavalier Coach has decided to continue the run through the end of the year. Without the subsidies, Cavalier Coach

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Southborough to Boston bus route eliminated

November 18, 2008 12:29:00 PM

With the cost of commuting on the rise, it’s good to have options. But one of those options, a bus route from Southborough to Boston, will be eliminated at the end of the month due to cuts in state subsidies. The bus line operated by Cavalier Coach Trailways leaves Southborough center at 6:40am and stops

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Commuter rail parking increase – what do you think?

November 17, 2008 10:10:00 AM

Commuters continue to grumble about the parking rate increase at commuter rail stations including the one in Southborough. As of Saturday the rate increased from $2 a day to $4 a day. So what do you think? Will you continue to ride the rails? Will you make other arrangements to get to the station? Take

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Parking increase at Southborough commuter rail station

November 11, 2008 11:17:00 AM

Starting Saturday, it will cost twice as much to park your car at the Southborough commuter rail station. The rate will increase from $2.00 per day to $4.00 per day. Boston.com reports the increase is in response to fiscal challenges faced by the MBTA. A number of commuter rail riders are unhappy with the rate

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Mass Pike road work means ramp and lane closures this week

November 10, 2008 05:51:00 AM

The on-ramp to the Mass Pike westbound from Rte 495 will be closed at night Monday through Thursday this week so the ramp can be widened. The ramp will be closed each evening starting at 8:00 pm and will reopen at 5:00 am. In addition, single lanes will be closed on the Mass Pike eastbound

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New Commuter Rail service starts 10/27

October 24, 2008 05:06:00 AM

The MBTA announced earlier this month it plans to add more trains to the Worcester-Boston line. Those new trains go into service on Monday. Here are schedule details for the new runs: Inbound Worcester Southborough South Station 4:45 am 5:16 am 6:31 am 6:05 am 6:33 am 7:46 am 4:30 pm 4:56 pm 6:05 pm

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Good news for train commuters

October 6, 2008 12:44:00 PM

Southborough residents have long complained about the lack of Commuter Rail trains running the Worcester-Boston route. Now the state is doing something about it. Lieutenant Governor Tim Murray and other political leaders recently announced the purchase of CSX Corp’s Worcester to Boston train line which will allow them to improve Commuter Rail service. Five new

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