Staten Island Railway
Return Of S.I. Railway Get-A-Way Service
It is that time again, the return of the Staten Island Railway’s “Get-A-Way” service. Here are the details courtesy of a press release sent to me by the MTA: Staten Island customers looking to get a head start on their Thanksgiving celebration will be able to catch earlier afternoon express train service on Wednesday, November [...]
Staten Island Railway July 4th Getaway Service
When July 4th comes around, some things are a given. Some include BBQ’s, fireworks, parties, & early getaway service on the Staten Island Railway. Here are the complete details for the SIR’s early getaway service courtesy of a press release sent to me earlier today: Staten Island customers looking to get a head start on [...]
Shuttle Buses Replace SIR Trains
This weekend, the Staten Island Railway will feature a service diversion that should be noted by those who use it. Shuttle buses will replace trains between Pleasant Plains & Tottenville. Here are the complete details which were sent to me by the MTA yesterday: In order to accommodate a New York City Department of Design [...]
Staten Island Railway Gets New Locomotives
2 of the 4 new locomotives for the Staten Island Railway. Photo courtesy of the MTA. Earlier this month, the MTA announced that it will take delivery on 4 new locomotives for the Staten Island Railway. They issued a press release about it via e-mail: MTA New York City Transit’s Staten Island Railway (SIR) is [...]
Staten Island Railway Christmas Eve Service
A few days ago the MTA e-mailed a press advisory announcing the Christmas Eve service for the Staten Island Railway. Here are the complete details (Sorry for being late): MTA Staten Island Railway (SIR) officials today announced their “Get-A-Way” service plan for the upcoming Christmas Eve. On Wednesday, December 24, SIR customers can take advantage [...]
