LIRR strike leads NYC workers to face ‘nightmare’ travel that extends commutes by hours
A strike on the Long Island Railroad left many commuters dealing with an additional two hours of travel as they rushed to catch shuttle buses on Monday morning. Drivers trying to enter the city faced parking challenges as well. People from Nassau and Suffolk counties, who usually depend on the LIRR for their work commute, […]
LIRR strike makes Knicks fans anxious about getting to MSG, but the labor disruption might bring some good fortune.
It’s a tough situation for fans. Loyal Knicks supporters on Long Island were excited to catch the NBA Eastern Conference Finals this week, but a strike by the Long Island Railroad has left many unable to attend, either staying home or facing steep prices. “A night would run me about $1,500,” shared Julie Moss-Silver, a […]
LIRR employees earning more than $160K annually strike for increased pay
MTA and union leaders clash as LIRR strike begins Workers from the Long Island Railroad (LIRR) have initiated a strike for the first time in three decades, impacting around 300,000 daily commuters and threatening commerce for countless individuals. While both union officials and MTA representatives have voiced their frustrations, they are largely blaming each other […]
Many LIRR workers on strike earn over $100,000 from overtime.
Over a dozen Long Island Railroad employees take home more than $200,000 a year just in overtime pay, which is quite shocking—almost on par with Governor Cathy Hochul’s entire salary. Recent payroll data from the transportation department shows that many union members, currently striking and causing major disruptions for commuters, are drawing substantial funds from […]
Blakeman, a candidate for governor, holds Hochul responsible for disruptions caused by the LIRR strike.
New York gubernatorial candidate criticizes Hochul over LIRR strike Nassau County Executive and gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman has taken aim at Governor Kathy Hochul, blaming her for the handling of the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) strike. Calling it a failure of leadership, he pointed out that the ongoing strike could lead to costs of […]
Transit union leader claims Hochul aimed to gain Long Island votes against Blakeman by provoking LIRR strike.
Hochul’s Motives Behind the LIRR Strike According to John Samuelsen, the president of the Transport Workers’ Union International, Governor Kathy Hochul’s push for the Long Island Railroad strike seems aimed at overshadowing Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman. He suggests that this might be a strategic move to capture votes from leading Republican gubernatorial candidates in […]
LIRR employees strike due to pay disagreement, halting all operations
Workers at the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR), which is the largest commuter railroad in the United States, initiated a strike early Saturday morning, affecting over 330,000 commuters looking for alternatives. The strike started at 12:01 a.m. and involved five unions representing around 3,700 workers, including ticket inspectors, locomotive engineers, signalmen, electricians, and machinists. This […]
LIRR strike starts as MTA can’t agree on wage hike with union, affecting 300K commuters
Long Island Rail Road Workers Strike Over Pay Dispute Workers from the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) initiated a strike early Saturday morning, following unsuccessful negotiations between the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and five labor unions regarding salary increments. Over 3,500 LIRR employees, including engineers, signalmen, and train crews, left their positions at 12:01 a.m. […]
LIRR strike may begin this weekend, leaving almost 300K commuters stranded as tensions rise
Long Island Rail Road Strike Looms, Threatening Commuters This weekend could see a strike on the Long Island Rail Road, potentially leaving close to 300,000 commuters without their usual transport as five unions enter a standoff with MTA leaders over pay raises. The work stoppage might kick off as soon as 12:01 a.m. on Saturday. […]
Kathy Hochul and Bruce Blakeman need to confront the union members who are threatening an LIRR strike.
LIRR Unions Threaten Strike if Wage Demands Aren’t Met Five influential unions representing LIRR workers are threatening to paralyze metropolitan areas unless the MTA agrees to a substantial wage increase. If negotiations fail, a strike could begin as soon as May 16th, leading to the shutdown of rail services across much of New York. Both […]