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Meadowlands Chamber's "Eggs & Issues: Transportation and Mobility"
May 5, 2026

Officials detail NJ World Cup plan centered on public transit

Speaking at an event in the Meadowlands, state leaders emphasized rail service and shuttle buses as primary fan transportation options to MetLife Stadium, while also addressing business concerns regarding deliveries and worker commutes.

Hudson Tunnel Project, Manhattan Tunnel Project Site
Apr 27, 2026

Gateway awards $1.29B Hudson River Tunnel contract

Gateway Development Commission awarded a $1.29 billion contract for the critical Hudson Tunnel Project, advancing construction of new rail tunnels under the Hudson River.

Officials and stakeholders celebrate the addition of new food options at Secaucus Junction, including Auntie Anne’s Pretzels, Cinnabon and Carvel Ice Cream.
Apr 20, 2026

NJ Transit adds new dining options at 3 stations

The new food and beverage options arriving at Secaucus, Newark Penn and Maplewood stations aim to expand commuter dining options and boost amenities for travelers.

NJ Transit President and CEO and New Jersey Turnpike Authority Executive Director Kris Kolluri speaks during the March 19, 2026, NAIOP NJ Annual Public Policy Symposium. JESSICA PERRY/NJBIZ
Mar 26, 2026

Kolluri previews NJ Transit overhaul at NAIOP forum

NJ Transit President and CEO Kris Kolluri described a comprehensive plan to enhance service reliability, financial discipline and modernization.

The price at the pump hit $3.29 a gallon as of March 6, 2026, at this Wawa location in Avenel.
Mar 6, 2026

Gas prices surge in NJ as Iran conflict disrupts oil supply

Gas prices in New Jersey and across the U.S. are rising as the Iran conflict disrupts oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, tightening global fuel supply.

Portal North Bridge cutover work
Mar 4, 2026

Portal North Bridge cutover work in action (photos)

Crews connect the new Portal North Bridge to existing tracks over the Hackensack River, a key Gateway Program milestone for the Northeast Corridor rail.

Newark Bay Bridge, officially known as Vincent R. Casciano Memorial Bridge, connects the cities of Newark and Bayonne.
Mar 4, 2026

Sherrill backs $6.7B, 4-lane Newark Bay Bridge plan (updated)

Gov. Mikie Sherrill endorsed a scaled-down, $6.7 billion project to replace the Newark Bay Bridge with a four-lane span, prioritizing safety, job creation and maintaining current traffic capacity.

Snowplow
Feb 23, 2026

NJ travel ban lifted after historic blizzard (updated)

As of 2 p.m. Feb. 23, New Jersey has lifted its travel ban after a historic blizzard shut down roads, suspended NJ Transit service and left more than 125,000 power outages statewide.

Hudson Tunnel Project
Feb 18, 2026

$205M in federal funds restored to Gateway Tunnel

Over $205 million in frozen federal funds for the Gateway Tunnel Project was restored after a federal appeals court upheld a lower court order.

Phase I of the Gateway Program includes two active projects: the Portal North Bridge Project (shown) and the Hudson Tunnel Project. - GATEWAY PROGRAM
Feb 17, 2026

Portal cutover schedule begins for NJ Transit riders

The disruptions will affect service through mid-March, as construction advances to replace the 114-year-old crossing.

Hudson Tunnel Project
Feb 4, 2026

NJ, NY sue Trump administration over Gateway Tunnel funding

New Jersey and New York's suit comes one day after the organization developing the project, Gateway Development Commission, filed a separate legal action regarding the $15 billion in frozen funds.

PSE&G crews at the ready to restore potential power outages during a storm.
Jan 26, 2026

Sherrill lifts state of emergency as NJ recovers from winter storm

Gov. Mikie Sherrill lifted New Jersey’s state of emergency after a major winter storm, as NJ Transit resumes service and crews shift to cleanup.