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NJ Transit and Engineers Renew Talks Amid Ongoing Strike

5/18/2025

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NJ Transit and locomotive engineers resumed productive negotiations on May 17 amid an ongoing strike.
Both parties will meet with the National Mediation Board on May 18 to further discussions.
NJ Transit is increasing bus services to support 172,000 weekday rail riders impacted by the strike.
Weekend rail services continue, but many stations remain quiet due to the strike.
Commuters are frustrated by limited options and rising costs for alternative transportation.

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Story summary

NJ Transit and locomotive engineers resumed productive negotiations on May 17 amid an ongoing strike.
Both parties will meet with the National Mediation Board on May 18 to further discussions.
NJ Transit is increasing bus services to support 172,000 weekday rail riders impacted by the strike.
Weekend rail services continue, but many stations remain quiet due to the strike.
Commuters are frustrated by limited options and rising costs for alternative transportation.