'NJ Transit Commuters Frustrated as Amtrak Cancels Trains on Friday'

Money | June 21, 2024, 9:43 p.m.

NJ Transit service faced another day of suspensions due to Amtrak overhead wire issues, causing chaos for commuters. Delays of up to 45 minutes and diversions to Hoboken were reported, with Amtrak also experiencing disruptions between New York and Philadelphia. NJ Transit President Kevin Corbett criticized Amtrak for the recurring incidents, suggesting they are isolated to the Northeast Corridor stretch between Newark and New York. This marks the second day of service disruptions within 24 hours, following a similar incident involving a brush fire and overhead wire issues. Governor Phil Murphy condemned the situation as "completely unacceptable," adding to a series of disruptions in 2024, including a power outage in May. As NJ Transit fares are set to increase in July, the ongoing service issues raise concerns for commuters in the region.