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Long Island Rail Road shuts down as workers strike

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Long Island Rail Road shuts down as workers strike

NEW YORK — The Long Island Rail Road, North America’s largest commuter rail system, was shut down Saturday after unionized workers went on strike for the first time in three decades. The railroad, which serves New York City and its eastern suburbs, ceased operations just after midnight after five unions representing about half its workforce walked off … Read more

New York governor urges striking rail unions to resume talks

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New York governor urges striking rail unions to resume talks

NEW YORK — New York Gov. Kathy Hochul pleaded with unions representing workers for the Long Island Rail Road, North America’s largest commuter rail system, to resume bargaining Sunday, saying a long strike would hurt workers and hundreds of thousands of commuters. “This is my official invitation. We didn’t want you to leave. You left. You’re welcome … Read more