Tag: PATCO
PATCO’s Franklin Square station to open later this year
The $30 million project at 7th and Race streets has steadily worked towards resurrecting the “ghost station,” and will include ADA accessibility features.
3 months ago
Listen 1:11PATCO to launch new schedule as it embarks on $6 million rail replacement project
The project will replace nearly three miles of rail between the Ferry Avenue and Broadway Stations.
10 months ago
After being closed for over 40 years, Franklin Square PATCO station ramps up construction
Located a block away from Independence Mall, the abandoned station will get a new entry and other necessary upgrades to reopen for PATCO riders.
2 years ago
Philly, PATCO respond to Center City transit station encampment with social services
People set up tents inside the underground concourse at 12th and Locust streets seeking warmth and shelter during the recent snow emergency.
3 years ago
Faster buses, more Regional Rail, modern trolleys: Philly’s transit plan takes system to 2045
The plan presents a detailed, yet still unfunded, manifest for a transit system that doesn’t center 9-5 commuters and instead, serves a changed economy.
3 years ago
PATCO still on track to reopen Franklin Square Station despite pandemic hit
Construction on the Philadelphia transit stop is set to begin next summer and be completed around 2024.
3 years ago
No fare card, no problem: PATCO moves to let riders pay with their phones
Officials are still working out details of the new payment system, but phasing out the Freedom fare card is a possibility.
4 years ago
Why some Chinatown residents oppose a new Franklin Square station
Chinatown residents oppose the plan to reopen the train station, which closed decades ago, because it will require paving over community green space.
4 years ago
PATCO overlooked Chinatown in plans to reopen Franklin Square Station
A Chinatown resident opposes PATCO’s plan to reopen Franklin Square Station because of threats to green space and other possible impacts.
4 years ago
PATCO gets $12.6M federal grant to reopen abandoned Franklin Square Station
PATCO received a $12.6 million federal grant to reopen an abandoned station beneath Franklin Square. It was last open in 1979.
5 years ago
Severe weather spurs flooding, disrupts rail service in Pa., N.J.
The flooding forced the closures of several roads. PATCO service between Philadelphia and New Jersey was also suspended due to storm damage.
5 years ago
PATCO cancels overnight rail schedule changes amid criticism
PATCO is canceling planned changes to its overnight rail schedule following criticism from riders and local officials who say they weren't told of the changes beforehand.
5 years ago
PATCO’s new overnight rail schedule on hold amid criticism
PATCO is delaying implementation of its new overnight rail schedule amid criticism from riders and local officials who say they weren't told of the changes.
5 years ago
PATCO celebrates its 50th anniversary with big discount on Friday morning
The PATCO high-speed line is turning 50 and the transit line is celebrating with some throwback fares on Friday morning.
5 years ago