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Bah Humbug! MTA Closes Tap On SantaCon Boozing For Metro-North, LIRR Riders Bah Humbug! MTA Closes Tap On SantaCon Boozing For Metro-North, LIRR Riders
Bah Humbug! MTA Closes Tap On SantaCon Boozing For Metro-North, Lirr Riders If you’re planning to ho-ho-hop on a Metro-North, NJ Transit or LIRR train this SantaCon weekend, leave the spiked eggnog at home — the MTA and NJ Transit are implementing its annual booze ban. In preparation for SantaCon 2024, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has announced a 32-hour alcohol ban across all Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) and Metro-North Railroad trains and stations. The restriction will take effect at 4 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 14, and remain in place until noon on Sunday, Dec. 15, aiming to ensure a safe and smooth ride for all passengers. “Our top priority is …

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by Michael Mashburn
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MTA Bans Alcohol On LIRR, Metro-North Trains For SantaCon MTA Bans Alcohol On LIRR, Metro-North Trains For SantaCon
MTA Bans Alcohol On Lirr, Metro-North Trains For SantaCon The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is banning alcohol consumption on Long Island Rail Road and Metro-North Railroad trains during SantaCon this year. The MTA announced the ban on Wednesday, Nov. 7. The organization has also banned alcohol consumption during SantaCon in years past. The ban will be in effect from 4 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 10, through noon on Sunday, Dec. 11. Consumption of alcohol will also be prohibited on station platforms during this time. “Maintaining safe and orderly travel is always a priority,” MTA Police Chief John Mueller said. “We want everyone to enjoy…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Group Of Santas Help Restrain Suspect Who Stabbed Victim On LIRR, MTA Says Group Of Santas Help Restrain Suspect Who Stabbed Victim On LIRR, MTA Says
Group Of Santas Help Restrain Suspect Who Stabbed Victim On Lirr, MTA Says A group of SantaCon participants helped save a person who was stabbed on an LIRR train by restraining the attacker. The attack of a 22-year-old victim took place around 5:55 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 14, near the Woodside station onboard a train bound for Babylon, said a spokesman for the MTA.  MTA Police arrested Robert Marciano, 45, address unknown, and charged him with assault, criminal possession of a weapon, harassment and reckless endangerment, the MTA said. The injured victim, who was reportedly stabbed in the leg, was taken to Elmhurst Hospital. MTA officials said a video on…

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by Kathy Reakes