Man charged for making homemade explosives, threats on MBTA

crime The man who made the threats said he was inspired by the January 6, 2021 attacks on the U.S. Capitol, a witness reported. A Boston man faces multiple charges after he allegedly made bomb threats and carried homemade explosives aboard a commuter train, officials said. Shane Cutillo, 29, was charged June 29 with possession … Read more

MBTA GM Phil Eng accused of pulling employee’s hair

Local news The incident reportedly came after a group discussion about hair, during which Ng mocked his baldness. Interim Transport Minister and MBTA General Manager Phil Ng spoke at the renovated Foxborough station ahead of the World Cup. Mark Stockwell for The Boston Globe, file Written by Abby Patkin June 19, 2026 | 11:20 am … Read more

MBTA announces service changes, extended hours for World Cup

World Cup Most commuter rail lines will operate on reduced schedules. The walkway connecting the Foxboro Railroad Station to Gillette Stadium. Daniel Parhizkaran/The Boston Globe As Greater Boston prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, so is the MBTA Implement temporary service modifications For next summer. Temporary service changes will be active from June 8 … Read more

MBTA announces new ferry service starting in June that will loop around Boston Harbor

communications “Expanding ferry service helps us leverage the Port of Boston as a transportation asset while enhancing connections across the MBTA system and improving access to jobs, housing and Logan Airport,” said Governor Maura Healey. Map of the new Harbor Loop service. MBTA The transit agency announced that the MBTA will launch a new ferry … Read more

MBTA announces service changes, suspensions throughout May

communications A long list of closures will occur on the Red Line, Green Line, Blue Line, Mattapan Line and some rail lines. May will bring a host of changes to the MBTA’s maintenance and testing service. David L. Ryan/The Boston Globe Written by Darren Zullo April 19, 2026 | 11:20 am 3 minutes to read … Read more

The MBTA prepares for crowds at the St. Patrick’s Day parade

Local news “The MBTA takes great pride as we continue to improve daily service for the public to use 365 days a year and to ensure everyone is able to participate and enjoy special events like St. Patrick’s Day celebrations,” said Philip Ng, MBTA General Manager. South Boston, MA – 03/16/25 – Parade goers walk … Read more