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A Republic Airways flight at Boston Logan aborted takeoff Sunday after another plane crossed its path during snow; passengers say the other jet passed about 200 yards away.
MassDOT has launched a long-term study to evaluate replacing the Tobin Bridge and redesigning Route 1 North's Chelsea Curves; public meetings are expected before recommendations next summer.
A narrow City Council vote put the Blue Hill Avenue center bus lane into committee as neighbors and riders argue over parking, safety and equity.
The state inspector general has sent a letter to MassDOT raising conflict‑of‑interest and procurement concerns in the Applegreen service‑plaza award ahead of March hearings.
Private pledges and federal grants have revived proposals for a Silver Line extension, a Lower Broadway busway and a potential commuter-rail stop in Everett.
MassDOT and Amtrak plan new tracks, high‑level platforms and a four‑track layover yard at Springfield Union Station to clear a rail bottleneck and prepare for expanded Amtrak routes.
Tewksbury activated a winter storm parking ban starting 4 p.m. Sunday; on-street parking is prohibited and vehicles may be towed until roads are cleared.
New fare gates at South Station were shut down again after winter storms and high winds, leaving some lanes covered and riders waiting. Keolis says it is assessing protections.
Lynn announced a parking ban starting at 8 p.m. Friday under a snow advisory; snow lots opened at 6 p.m. and towed cars will be taken to the ferry terminal.
Boston has issued traffic advisories due to events like the Chinese New Year in Chinatown and the Red Bull Snowboard Event, with street closures and parking restrictions advised.
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu extends the city's fare-free bus service pilot on Routes 23, 28, and 29 until end of June, with observed benefits like increased ridership and reduced commute times.
A propane transport truck crashed at 155 Worcester Street in Grafton; crews are off‑loading the tanker and drivers are asked to avoid the area.
Drivers in Boston say potholes are getting deeper after late winters, and AAA warns repair bills can run into the hundreds. MassDOT guidance explains reporting and claim rules.
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