Jun. 30, 2025 By Barbara Russo-Lennon and QNS News Team The long-anticipated redesign of the Queens bus network officially launched on Sunday, June 29, marking the most significant overhaul of the borough’s bus routes in nearly 70 years. With temperatures nearing 90 degrees under clear skies, commuters gathered at stops across Queens, largely taking…
Jun. 27, 2025 By Czarinna Andres Governor Kathy Hochul and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) announced Friday that beginning Sunday, June 29, five high-ridership local bus routes in Queens will receive increased service during peak hours. The enhancements are part of a broader expansion affecting 14 routes across the outer boroughs. The initiative is…
Apr. 8, 2025 By Athena Dawson Queens bus riders can now use a new online route lookup tool to prepare for major service changes coming this summer. MTA officials held a press conference at Queens Borough Hall on Monday, April 7, to announce the rollout schedule for the long-anticipated Queens Bus Network Redesign, which…
Jan. 24, 2025 By Czarinna Andres The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) announced on Friday, Jan. 24, the completion of major accessibility upgrades at the Woodhaven Blvd JZ station. The $140 million project brings the Queens subway station into full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Funded in part by a $177 million…