SEPTA Urges Riders to Update Expired Key Cards, Offers Online Transfers and Contactless Payment Options
SEPTA Key card holders must replace nearly 45,000 cards expiring tomorrow; registered users can transfer funds/pass online. Fee credited if new card registered within 30 days. Contactless payment options also highlighted.
SEPTA Enhances Fair Collection with High-Tech Gates at 13th St Station in Philadelphia
SEPTA has operationalized new full-length gates at the 13th St Station EB platform to deter fare evasion, equipped with 3D imaging and a counting mechanism to identify violators.
SEPTA Joins National Rail Safety Week, Advocates for Awareness of Lifesaving ENS Signs
SEPTA reinforces rail safety by highlighting the importance of Emergency Notification System (ENS) signs during Rail Safety Week, providing crucial contact information for emergencies at railroad crossings.
PennDOT Highlights Child Passenger Safety in 'Secure Their Future' Campaign During National Observance Week
PennDOT emphasizes child passenger safety and proper car seat use during National Child Passenger Safety Week, amidst concerning statistics on child fatalities and injuries in vehicle incidents.
Philadelphia Celebrates Reopening of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Bridge After $20 Million Renovation
The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Bridge in Philadelphia reopened for bikes and pedestrians after over two years of renovations, with vehicles expected to follow. The $20 million project was federally funded and added a new shared use path.
SEPTA Fare Hike and Service Restoration Elicit Mixed Reactions from Philadelphia Riders
SEPTA's fare increase to $2.90 and service restoration has drawn mixed reactions from Philadelphia riders concerned about affordability and demand for system improvements.
Park Avenue Overhaul Began September 10
Park Avenue in Vineland is set for construction, affecting traffic with lane closures on weekdays from 7 AM to 4 PM starting September 10, 2025. The project includes road, drainage, and sidewalk improvements.
Philadelphia to Deploy Automated Speed Enforcement on Broad Street in Safety Push
Philadelphia has expanded its Automated Speed Enforcement program to include Broad Street and Old York Road, with activations planned for September 15, 2025. A 60-day warning period will precede ticketing.
SEPTA to Restore Service Cuts in Philadelphia Following Judge's Order, Fare Hike Looms Amid Budget Woes
SEPTA plans to restore services cut due to budget concerns by September 14, pending state approval to use $394 million in capital funding, despite ongoing financial challenges and an upcoming fare hike.
Philadelphia's Overbrook Educational Center Area to Get Traffic-Safety Makeover by 2026
Philadelphia's Overbrook Educational Center area will see a traffic calming project to enhance safety for students and residents, featuring speed cushions, new signage, and pavement markings, with expected completion by February 2026.
East Hunting Park Avenue Reopens After 7-Month Closure for Reconstruction in North Philadelphia
East Hunting Park Avenue in North Philadelphia has reopened after a 7-month closure for reconstruction, including bridge replacement and utility updates, costing $1.7 million.
SEPTA to Refund Overcharged Riders After Blocked Fare Hike Causes Confusion in Philadelphia
SEPTA is refunding riders after a fare glitch on Labor Day charged them $2.90 instead of the expected $2.50. A court halted the planned fare hike and service cuts.
Philadelphia Judge Grants Injunction Halting SEPTA Fare Hikes and Service Cuts on Regional Rail
A Philadelphia judge has issued a temporary injunction stopping SEPTA's fare hikes and service cuts, while legal and community concerns are addressed.












