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[VIDEO] The Subway's Leftovers | NYC Subway Remnants and Provisions Part 1: Manhattan

2026-04-03T12:00:00-04:00

This fascinating video tour uncovers the hidden history of the New York City subway system by exploring a variety of remnants and provisions scattered throughout Manhattan. From the famous abandoned City Hall loop to lesser-known tunnel bellmouths, storage tracks, and closed station platforms, the footage provides a rare glimpse into infrastructure that was either part of the original subway design, built for expansion plans that never materialized, or decommissioned as the system modernized. By examining these architectural leftovers, viewers gain a deeper understanding of how the city transit network has evolved and the many secret spaces that still exist right beneath the feet of daily commuters. For those interested in learning more about the preservation of these historic sites, you can explore the New York Transit Museum to see how they keep the history of the subway alive.

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[VIDEO] Beyond Second Ave: A Grand Plan for Subway Expansion

2026-03-17T12:00:00-04:00

Ever wonder how to truly fix NYC subway congestion? This fascinating video from the Joint Transit Association proposes a radical deinterlining plan for the future Second Avenue Subway. Instead of just adding a new line, the presenter outlines a bold Phase 1 to fix current bottlenecks by rerouting trains through Queens and Brooklyn, followed by an ambitious Phase 2 that imagines massive infrastructure expansion, including a new tunnel to the Bronx and a Third Avenue Express line. It’s a thought-provoking look at how we can move beyond a 'glorified shuttle' and create a revolutionary transit network that serves commuters across all four boroughs.

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[WATCH] All The Non-Passenger Trains in the NYC Subway

2026-01-05T12:00:00-05:00

Explore the hidden world of NYC's subway system, beyond the daily commute. This video reveals specialized trains that maintain the tracks and infrastructure. Discover rail maintenance vehicles, from geometry cars to vacuum trains, and their vital roles.

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[VIDEO] MTA 2025 Year in Review

2026-01-04T12:00:00-05:00

In 2025 the MTA celebrated a number of historic service records while also saying farewell to the iconic MetroCard. Here are some of the highlights of the past year.

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[VIDEO] New York City Subway Operator's Worst Nightmare: Hitting a Person

2025-10-12T12:00:00-04:00

In 2019, a hundred and ninety five people were struck by New York City subways. Inside the grieving process of those behind the train’s controls.

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[VIDEO] Check Out This Great New York Times Mini-Documentary on New York City Subway Delays

2025-07-16T12:00:00-04:00

In a recent mini-documentary titled Your Train is Delayed. Why? from the New York Times, visial journalists Ora DeKornfeld and Alexandra Garcia set out to investigate the current state of delays in the City, how we got here, and how we can fix it. It's a short 10-min watch and a great overview of the MTA's current transit crisis.

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[VIDEO] Meet the MTA's Construction and Development Department

2025-05-28T12:00:00-04:00

MTA Construction & Development is the organization charged with expanding the MTA’s transportation network and infrastructure. MTA C&D combines the planning, engineering, and construction departments from across the MTA to create a unified team that will expand the transportation network better, faster, and at lower cost.

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[VIDEO] MTA: What is New York City Subway Interlining?

2025-04-05T12:00:00-04:00

The New York City subway is unique for a variety of reasons, including its interlining. Find out more about how interlining effects [sic] your commute.

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[VIDEO] Check Out This Great New York Times Mini-Documentary on New York City Subway Delays

2025-03-17T12:00:00-04:00

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Own Official MTA Memorabilia and Collectibles Pulled From Subway Stations

2025-01-27T12:00:00-05:00

Ever dreamed of owning a used New York City subway seat, or an official sign pulled down from one of the City's 472 subway stations? With the MTA's Memorabilia and Collectibles site, you can!

[…] we are very pleased to present a sales program designed especially for buyers interested in acquiring a little bit of NYC Transit’s History. Along with its outgoing fleet of buses and subway cars, Transit has Station Signs and Fixtures, Vintage Tokens, and other “collectibles” such as Handholds, Doors, Seating and Destination Signs from retired subway cars

Check out the listing page to see what's available for purchase.

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