LIRR strike highlighted Long Island's dependency on the rail system

The recent Long Island Rail Road strike tested commuters' adaptability, and revealed the region's heavy reliance on the nation's largest commuter rail system.

Bruce Blakeman calls on Hochul to suspend congestion pricing toll during LIRR strike — and backs new legislation

Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman called for suspending the $9 congestion pricing toll for motorists crossing ...
ABC7 New York

LIRR strike ends as unions, MTA reach deal after 3-day walkout

Long Island Rail Road workers could go on strike May 16 if they don't reach a new contract deal with the MTA. CURRENT STATUS: Negotiations resume. The union representing LIRR workers is pushing for ...

Long Island Rail Road Strike Ends as Deal Is Reached

Workers for the nation’s busiest passenger rail service, who had not received a raise since 2022, were on strike for three ...
The New York Times

Long Island Rail Road Workers Are on Strike. Here’s What to Know.

America’s busiest passenger rail service shut down on Saturday after unions and transit officials failed to agree on a new contract. By Stefanos Chen The Long Island Rail Road, America’s busiest ...

LIRR Train Kills Farmingdale Man, 21, At Pedestrian Crossing

A young man was struck and killed by a Long Island Rail Road train on Monday night, April 20, officials said.Cameron William Zappolo, 21, was walking where the trains cross Merritts Road in ...