News and Announcements

Slow Down, Move Over. Lives are on the Line!

Grants will support shuttle and ferry services, improve connections to public transit and make it easier for residents to get to work without driving alone

Award brings the total federal funding awarded for Compass Rail to over $320 million

Investments will improve rail reliability, strengthen connections to the Berkshires and advance West-East Rail

Project reconnects neighborhoods to the waterfront, improves transportation safety and opens approximately 20 acres for new housing and economic development

Nearly 90 detection systems installed since June; new technology has detected more than 215 wrong-way driving incidents, with approximately 140 drivers correcting course

Award recognizes innovative use of drone technology to create detailed 3D model of historic Massachusetts State House

Program provides $1 million annually in planning and engineering assistance to help cities and towns advance safety, accessibility, and infrastructure improvements

Parents, with October 18th – 24th being National Teen Driver Safety Week, this is a great time to review safe driving measures and have those conversations with your teens about staying accountable on the road.

Major investment in Springfield will improve rail service, increase capacity and lay the groundwork for future passenger rail connections

Funding will help communities prevent crashes, strengthen traffic enforcement and improve safety for drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists

Agreement advances infrastructure needed for permanent seasonal Berkshire Flyer service; new federal funding will support modern trains for Compass Rail

State offices closed Monday, October 12; MBTA Commuter Rail Unlimited Travel for $10 on October 10, 11, and 12