Service Diversions

Bay Shore Work Affects Montauk Branch

This past October, service on the Montauk branch was affected for a weekend due to work in the Bay Shore area. The work involved soil remediation work by the National Grid. When the press release was sent out, it was noted that the second phase of the project would take place in April 2010. Just […]


Service Diversions 04-15-10

I have just updated the “Service Diversions” page with the latest information for the weekend & following week (beyond in some cases). LIRR riders, do not forget about the major work affecting the Hempstead & Port Jefferson lines. I suggest you print out a copy of the diversions to carry with you or use your […]


Montauk Weekday Midday Service Affected

LIRR riders who depend on weekday midday service on the Montauk line, please be aware that service will be affected until April 23rd due to grade crossing renewals & rail testing. Here are the complete details courtesy of a press release sent to me by the MTA Long Island Rail Road yesterday: Buses will replace […]


Service Diversions 04-09-10

I have just updated the “Service Diversions” page with the latest information for the weekend & following week (beyond in some cases). LIRR riders, do not forget about the major work affecting the Hempstead & Port Jefferson lines. I suggest you print out a copy of the diversions to carry with you or use your […]


Multiple LIRR Lines Affected For Two Weekends

Earlier today, the MTA Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) sent out a press release advising customers on the Hempstead & Port Jefferson line to use other lines for the next two weekends. The advisement is due to a track work program in the Queens Village area & grade crossing renewals. Here are the complete details: […]