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The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

VIDEO: Green Line closures force alternative travel for college students in Boston

VIDEO: Green Line closures force alternative travel for college students in Boston

Annika Sunkara, Alyssa Fell, and Galiah Abbud January 28, 2024

  On and around the Northeastern campus, many college students rely on the Green Line for transportation. However, recent and frequent closures for repairs have proved disruptive. City editor...

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A rendering of the new Columbus Avenue entrance to Ruggles Station. Phase two designs have been completed with construction expected to begin in the spring of 2024. Photo courtesy MBTA.

MBTA unveils the design for Ruggles improvement project phase II

Gitana Savage, news correspondent November 14, 2023

Ruggles Station, located in the heart of Northeastern’s campus, services many bus routes, the Orange Line and the MBTA Commuter Rail, making it a primary stop for many Massachusetts residents and one...

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Systemic Inequality Threatens Boston’s Transit System

Systemic Inequality Threatens Boston’s Transit System

November 1, 2018
LiveableStreets Alliance held an event to discuss systematic inequality and inequity in Boston's transportation system.
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New bridge will connect north, south sides of campus

New bridge will connect north, south sides of campus

Nick Hirano October 15, 2018
An event at ISEC featured a live viewing of the bridge's erection and a panel discussion with the architects and engineers behind the project.
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Changes to the MBTAs fare collection system will allow riders to board the green line at all doors. / Photo by Catherine Argyrople

MBTA changes will allow riders to board at every door

Avery Bleichfeld September 27, 2018
In an effort to increase accessibility for riders, the new fare collection system will accept payment by smartphones, contactless credit cards.
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SGA created Welcome to Boston packages to help familiarize new students with the city.

SGA collaborates with local transit

Alison Booth, news correspondent September 19, 2018
New students received welcome packages that included a CharlieCard and a ZipCar coupon, courtesy of SGA and the MBTA.
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Runners attempt to Beat the T during marathon weekend

Runners attempt to ‘Beat the T’ during marathon weekend

Chris Triunfo, city editor April 17, 2018
More than 50 runners from across Massachusetts gathered at the Prudential Center on Friday for a race.
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City planner urges transit equity through community engagement

City planner urges transit equity through community engagement

February 22, 2018
NU Archives led a discussion on the Silver Line, established when organizers fought for “equal or better” transportation.
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Editorial: Boston posters for SMILF deserve to stay

Editorial: Boston posters for ‘SMILF’ deserve to stay

The Editorial Board February 14, 2018
City Councilor Ed Flynn does not have the right to tell the “SMILF" creator that her South Boston experience is invalid.
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By Elise Harmon

Students and faculty talk MBTA challenges

October 29, 2017
As Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker continues to enjoy rising approval ratings, students said his 2014 promises to revamp the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, or MBTA, have still not been realized.
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Editorial: MBTA budget proposals hurt locals

Editorial: MBTA budget proposals hurt locals

March 16, 2017
The system was not designed with affordability in mind.
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