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Train Daddy' Andy Byford coming back to NYC to oversee Trump admin's Penn Station redesign | amNewYork

Andy Byford has been appointed special advisor for the redevelopment of Penn Station, aiming to modernize the transit hub efficiently.

NYC politics

NYC's biggest power brokers are circling Penn Station

NYC politics

NYC's 'Train Daddy' Andy Byford is coming back to take over long-troubled Penn Station overhaul

NYC politics

NYC 'Train Daddy' Andy Byford joins Amtrak board to oversee Penn Station revamp

Former NYC Transit President Andy Byford joins Amtrak's Board to lead the Penn Station renovation.

fromStreetsblog

Alternative transportation

'Train Daddy' Takes Over Penn Station Project But Amtrak Still Has Major Issues - Streetsblog New York City

Amtrak appointed Andy Byford to manage the reconstruction of Penn Station, igniting hope and skepticism regarding the project's future.

Train Daddy' Andy Byford coming back to NYC to oversee Trump admin's Penn Station redesign | amNewYork

Andy Byford has been appointed special advisor for the redevelopment of Penn Station, aiming to modernize the transit hub efficiently.

NYC's biggest power brokers are circling Penn Station

Key figures in NYC are engaged in a battle over Penn Station's redevelopment, led by Andy Byford's recent appointment.

NYC's 'Train Daddy' Andy Byford is coming back to take over long-troubled Penn Station overhaul

Andy Byford returns to New York transit to lead Penn Station's revamp, marking significant federal involvement in state transportation.

NYC 'Train Daddy' Andy Byford joins Amtrak board to oversee Penn Station revamp

Former NYC Transit President Andy Byford joins Amtrak's Board to lead the Penn Station renovation.

fromStreetsblog

Alternative transportation

'Train Daddy' Takes Over Penn Station Project But Amtrak Still Has Major Issues - Streetsblog New York City

The Daily Dirt: Lawmakers float using $1.3B Penn funds for housing

Governor Hochul has freed up $800 million originally for Penn Station's redesign, suggesting potential use for affordable housing and green spaces instead.

New York City

Century-old Penn Station eagle is historic gem of Midtown

Upper West Side

MTA improves accessibility at 34th St. Penn Station with 2 updated elevators for commuters

NYC real estate

fromtherealdeal.com

The Daily Dirt: Lawmakers float using $1.3B Penn funds for housing

Governor Hochul has freed up $800 million originally for Penn Station's redesign, suggesting potential use for affordable housing and green spaces instead.

New York City

Century-old Penn Station eagle is historic gem of Midtown

Upper West Side

MTA improves accessibility at 34th St. Penn Station with 2 updated elevators for commuters

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A New Pitch to Fix Penn Station: Move Madison Square Garden

Penn Station's redesign is stalled, prompting new proposals to relocate Madison Square Garden to enhance the transit hub.

'Grand' plan for Penn Station linked to Trump donor could give glimpse of NYC transit hub's future after fed takeover

A new proposal aims to revamp Penn Station with ambitious plans including relocating Madison Square Garden.

Trump Station? Feds take control of Penn Station rebuild, kick MTA off the project

Trump is overseeing the reconstruction of Penn Station, removing MTA from the project.

Many Have Tried to Fix Penn Station. Can Trump Get the Job Done?

Federal control announced for a long-awaited overhaul of Pennsylvania Station.

Trump's approach to renovation reflects aggressive political tactics.

4 weeks ago

Manhattan BP candidates skeptical of federal plans for Penn Station, not looking to work with Trump' | amNewYork

Democratic candidates express skepticism over federal plans for Penn Station renovation, advocating for more local involvement in the project.

Hochul will make good on threat to pull $1.3B from Penn Station overhaul after Trump booted MTA from project

Gov. Hochul threatens to withdraw $1.3 billion for Penn Station overhaul amid ongoing budget negotiations, redirecting funds to tackle fare evasion.

A New Pitch to Fix Penn Station: Move Madison Square Garden

Penn Station's redesign is stalled, prompting new proposals to relocate Madison Square Garden to enhance the transit hub.

'Grand' plan for Penn Station linked to Trump donor could give glimpse of NYC transit hub's future after fed takeover

A new proposal aims to revamp Penn Station with ambitious plans including relocating Madison Square Garden.

Trump Station? Feds take control of Penn Station rebuild, kick MTA off the project

Trump is overseeing the reconstruction of Penn Station, removing MTA from the project.

Many Have Tried to Fix Penn Station. Can Trump Get the Job Done?

Federal control announced for a long-awaited overhaul of Pennsylvania Station.

Trump's approach to renovation reflects aggressive political tactics.

4 weeks ago

Manhattan BP candidates skeptical of federal plans for Penn Station, not looking to work with Trump' | amNewYork

Democratic candidates express skepticism over federal plans for Penn Station renovation, advocating for more local involvement in the project.

Hochul will make good on threat to pull $1.3B from Penn Station overhaul after Trump booted MTA from project

Gov. Hochul threatens to withdraw $1.3 billion for Penn Station overhaul amid ongoing budget negotiations, redirecting funds to tackle fare evasion.

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fromTime Out New York

A new proposal for Penn Station calls for the relocation of Madison Square Garden

The new proposal aims to transform Penn Station by relocating Madison Square Garden and expanding its capacity, but faces significant challenges.

NYC real estate

fromtherealdeal.com

Vornado welcomes Trump takeover of Penn overhaul, plots district's next phase

Vornado supports federal involvement in Penn Station's redevelopment, viewing the area's transformation positively.

fromTime Out New York

A new proposal for Penn Station calls for the relocation of Madison Square Garden

The new proposal aims to transform Penn Station by relocating Madison Square Garden and expanding its capacity, but faces significant challenges.

NYC real estate

fromtherealdeal.com

Vornado welcomes Trump takeover of Penn overhaul, plots district's next phase

Vornado supports federal involvement in Penn Station's redevelopment, viewing the area's transformation positively.

LIRR: Amtrak repair work could spark major delays and outages for Long Island commuters

LIRR service may face significant disruptions due to Amtrak's major tunnel repair project, affecting daily commuters.

Amtrak's repair work could lead to train delays, cancellations, and significant impacts on LIRR users.

US news

Amtrak Train Strikes and Kills 1 in Pennsylvania

fromBrooklyn Eagle

11 months ago

New York City

Amtrak service into and out of New York City is disrupted for a second day

LIRR: Amtrak repair work could spark major delays and outages for Long Island commuters

LIRR service may face significant disruptions due to Amtrak's major tunnel repair project, affecting daily commuters.

Amtrak's repair work could lead to train delays, cancellations, and significant impacts on LIRR users.

US news

Amtrak Train Strikes and Kills 1 in Pennsylvania

fromBrooklyn Eagle

11 months ago

New York City

Amtrak service into and out of New York City is disrupted for a second day

Hochul and Trump have 'productive conversation,' talk congestion pricing and Penn Station during high-stakes White House meeting

Trump and Hochul's meeting was productive, discussing key issues like congestion pricing and Penn Station redevelopment amidst ongoing tensions.

NY lawmaker pitches ban on naming public buildings after felons - to avoid renaming Penn Station after Trump

Sen. Hoylman-Sigal plans to propose a bill banning buildings named after convicted felons, partly to prevent the renaming of Penn Station after Trump.

Hochul and Trump have 'productive conversation,' talk congestion pricing and Penn Station during high-stakes White House meeting

Trump and Hochul's meeting was productive, discussing key issues like congestion pricing and Penn Station redevelopment amidst ongoing tensions.

NY lawmaker pitches ban on naming public buildings after felons - to avoid renaming Penn Station after Trump

Sen. Hoylman-Sigal plans to propose a bill banning buildings named after convicted felons, partly to prevent the renaming of Penn Station after Trump.

Governor Hochul, Are You F'ing Kidding?

Governor Hochul considers naming Penn Station after Trump to secure funding, despite public backlash.

NYC politics

In Face of Trump's Hostility, Hochul Responds With Barbed Gratitude

fromThe Nation

Governor Hochul, Are You F'ing Kidding?

Governor Hochul considers naming Penn Station after Trump to secure funding, despite public backlash.

NYC politics

In Face of Trump's Hostility, Hochul Responds With Barbed Gratitude

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NYC food

fromEater NY

Can This Restaurant Group Make Penn Station Dining Cool?

Dining options near Penn Station are improving with new restaurants emphasizing classic American cuisine.

Minuto Bauli, an Italian pastry shop, is opening its first U.S. location in Manhattan.

Bolzot brings Mongolian cuisine to Chinatown with traditional dishes.

A new pizzeria, Alvo Pizza, has replaced La Rose in Cobble Hill, Brooklyn.

Friday Headlines: Trump's Revenge Tour Now Includes a Stop at Penn Station - Streetsblog New York City

The Trump Administration has taken control of the Penn Station rebuild exclusively with Amtrak, sidelining the MTA.

The decision reflects ongoing tensions between federal and state transit agencies.

Trump fires MTA from long-awaited Penn Station revamp, puts feds in charge: 'Blank checks are over'

Federal control replaces MTA in Penn Station redesign under Trump's administration.

The feds' Penn Station takeover is ALL about protecting taxpayers from NY pols' seedy schemes

The removal of MTA from Penn Station renovation plans curtails politically motivated spending.

Current Penn Station projects suffice for commuter needs and prevent unnecessary disruptions.

NYC politics

A federal takeover of Penn Station Reconstruction: That's Ok!,' says MTA

fromStreetsblog

Friday Headlines: Trump's Revenge Tour Now Includes a Stop at Penn Station - Streetsblog New York City

The Trump Administration has taken control of the Penn Station rebuild exclusively with Amtrak, sidelining the MTA.

The decision reflects ongoing tensions between federal and state transit agencies.

Trump fires MTA from long-awaited Penn Station revamp, puts feds in charge: 'Blank checks are over'

Federal control replaces MTA in Penn Station redesign under Trump's administration.

The feds' Penn Station takeover is ALL about protecting taxpayers from NY pols' seedy schemes

The removal of MTA from Penn Station renovation plans curtails politically motivated spending.

Current Penn Station projects suffice for commuter needs and prevent unnecessary disruptions.

NYC politics

A federal takeover of Penn Station Reconstruction: That's Ok!,' says MTA

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