It’s a party in the U.S.A. and this July Fourth enjoy the freedom to travel on Metro to all the Independence Day festivities. “We’re boosting service and going fare-free in celebration of America’s birthday.”
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Metro is rolling out a major customer improvement on all its buses: vinyl seats. Nearly 40 buses have had their cloth seats replaced with modern, easier-to-clean and maintain vinyl, similar […]
Starting Sunday, June 30, Metro customers will see a slight fare increase, which Metro says will “help keep fares in line with cost of living adjustments and allows us to keep running our current levels of service.”
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As advocates for customers with disabilities and senior citizens, Metro’s Accessibility Advisory Committee (AAC) is looking for new members that will continue to help shape accessibility throughout the Metro system. The design of Metro’s new 8000-series railcars, low-floor buses, and budget, are just some of the significant issues the AAC has a role in.
For the first time, Metro is inviting transit lovers across the region to come together for a family-friendly celebration. Metro Fest is a community event open to the public at no cost. The event will include arts and crafts, games, entertainment, snacks, water, and Metro-branded giveaways.
In recognition of Juneteenth, Wednesday, June 19, Metrorail will open at 5 a.m. and close at midnight, operating on Saturday service levels. Metrobus will run Saturday Supplemental service, to provide additional buses beyond the typical weekend schedule but less than a normal weekday.
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The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) has announced that two Ride On bus stops will temporarily close during Purple Line construction.
Metro Shares New Research That Highlights the “Incredible Benefits of Transit to the Capital Region”
This weekend, June 8 – 9, Metro will perform maintenance and repairs on the Red and Green lines, with normal service across the rest of the system. Trains will serve 93 of Metro’s 98 stations. Yellow Line service will also extend to Greenbelt instead of stopping at Mt Vernon Square, providing additional service for expected crowds along the Pride Parade route and other Pride Weekend events.
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MDOT) has released a list of travel alternatives for residents who will be affected by this summer’s Metro Red Line closure. (more…)
