The LIRR has been recognized by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) for a program that has dramatically improved railroad safety through flexible delineators at railroad crossings and enhanced GPS alerts. The FRA is recommending other American railroads review research on the LIRR program and consider making similar upgrades at problematic…
The East Side Access “Tunnel D” Approach Structure is now complete. Tunnel D, which will serve as the primary outbound route from Grand Central Terminal to Long Island, connects at the newly-built Plaza Interlocking in Queens to the Main Line 2 and 4 tracks in Harold Interlocking, the busiest rail…
Erection of the concrete parking structure on Harrison Avenue has progressed quickly with the use of precast concrete panels, saving time and cost. Over the next few months the construction team will transform the structure into a completed parking facility by installing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems and architectural finishes….
The elimination of the Urban Avenue grade crossing was an exciting milestone for LIRR Expansion Project: residents now have less noise from passing trains and emissions from queued cars, no more waiting at the gates…the trouble is, according to residents, Urban Avenue is prone to flooding. One resident remarked, prior…
Earlier this year the station building and platforms at Merrick were renovated, and the results are spectacular. The Merrick LIRR stop was first established over 150 years ago, in 1867. Over the years, a variety of station buildings were constructed at the site until a permanent station house was erected in 1902. Take a look at the photos and revisit Merrick Station, then and now.
Improving safety and reliability, the Long Island Rail Road completed replacement of two 124-year-old bridges in East Hampton on time, raising their heights to reduce truck strikes.
LIRR Expansion Project Representatives from a variety of disciplines participated in the Cradle of Aviation’s 2019 STEM Career Expo. They each described their educational backgrounds and career paths that led to their current role on the project. What does the LIRR Expansion Project have to do with the history of…
This weekend, train service will be suspended between New Hyde Park and Hicksville as the Long Island Rail Road continues work to upgrade switches at Mineola by preparing them for the future third track between Floral Park and Hicksville.
As part of a $17.9 million transformation, Lynbrook station is undergoing an upgrade to its infrastructure and amenities are being added to improve customer comfort and security. Work on Platform A and Platform B at Lynbrook Station began in September at the west end of each platform, and the first…
Maria Hall (center) with project team members at a public information session in New Hyde Park. Did you know we have an entire team tasked with keeping workers and residents healthy and safe? Meet Maria Hall: the woman behind the scenes who leads the LIRR Expansion Project’s environmental experts. Environmental…
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