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Century-Old Bus Companies Unite in Regional Expansion Deal |
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Karst Stage is Montana's oldest transportation provider. | Photo: via Bus & Motorcoach News |
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From Bus & Motorcoach News:
Jefferson Lines has acquired Karst Stage, a transportation provider based in Bozeman, Montana, strengthening the intercity bus company’s reach across the Midwest and Mountain West.
The acquisition unites two of the nation’s oldest transportation companies, each with more than a century of service. Karst Stage will continue to operate under its existing brand but will gain access to Jefferson’s broader network and operational resources.
"For more than 122 years, Karst has built a stellar reputation in the Bozeman region,” said Steve Woelfel, CEO of Jefferson Lines. “This partnership is an exciting step forward, allowing us to expand opportunities, diversify our services, and elevate the.................
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New York MTA Set to Enhance Bus Services on 16 Local Routes this Summer |
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Proposed by the Governor in November 2024 in connection with the launch of congestion pricing, the service enhancements are one of the many ways
stakeholders are working to give commuters better alternatives to driving. | Photo: MTA/Marc A. Hermann via Metro |
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From Metro:
Gov. Kathy Hochul and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) will increase bus service on 16 local routes across Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island beginning June 29. The move is in addition to enhanced express bus service on eight lines that went into effect earlier this spring. The service enhancement will decrease travel times, shorten commutes, and reduce wait times at bus stops.
“Every New Yorker deserves access to safe, fast, and reliable public transit, and I’m investing in our buses and subways so we can deliver better service in every corner of our city,” Gov. Hochul said. “We’re taking action to strengthen our transportation infrastructure, bring stations and equipment up to par and create the best experience for every rider.”
Proposed by the Governor in November 2024 in connection with the launch of congestion pricing, the.....................................
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| South Carolina Man Charged in Connection to School Bus Arson, Vandalism |
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Stock Photo via School Transportation News |
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From School Transportation News:
A man in Greenville, South Carolina was arrested and charged with arson after allegedly damaging several school buses. The Greenville Police Department released a statement Monday confirming the arrest of a man who set fire to and vandalized some Legacy Charter School buses early Saturday morning.
Authorities say Greenville police officers and firefighters responded to a 911 call. Upon arrival, the first responders discovered two school buses fully engulfed in flames and numerous others damaged, totaling approximately $400,000 in losses.
According to police, the fire was quickly determined to be arson, and detectives immediately began searching the premises for surveillance footage. With the help of the school resource officer, a suspect image was obtained, which led officers to a nearby gas station, where a clearer photo of the suspect was discovered.....................................
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