The Federal Railroad Administration launches safety review after Maspeth crash

The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Railroad Administration announced the launch of a safety review of the New York and Atlantic Railway in response to the train-truck collision in Maspeth last week. According to Assemblywoman Catherine Nolan, this safety review is needed in the community. “I am confident that this review by the FRA will help to improve safety standards.  I will continue to monitor … Continue reading The Federal Railroad Administration launches safety review after Maspeth crash

Train strikes truck in Maspeth

                    A freight train struck an 18-wheeler at the intersection of Rust Street and Maspeth Avenue last night, causing significant traffic delays through the night and into the morning commute. There were no injuries to report after the train allegedly stuck the tractor-trailer while going approximately 10 miles per hour (per ABC7). Crews were still on … Continue reading Train strikes truck in Maspeth