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Full service returns tomorrow on the #46 Rampart–Loyola Streetcar! The line will run its full route from UPT to Elysian Fields. Routes #8 & #55 also resume normal paths. Stay updated with Le Pass or https://t.co/Mr7LkS8g7n. #HowNewOrleansRolls

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The Amtrak Mardi Gras Service is here, connecting New Orleans to the Gulf Coast after nearly 20 years.
RTA CEO Lona Edwards Hankins: “Whether you’re arriving in New Orleans or setting out from it, RTA connects you the rest of the way." #HowNewOrleansRolls #ConnectedByTransit

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Rider Alert – Line 66 Hayne
Due to the full closure of the Seabrook Bridge (expected thru Aug. 22), Line 66 is detoured and terminates at Walmart on Chef. Riders can transfer to the 55 Elysian Fields for service to Leon C. Simon/UNO (0–10 min wait). Check here for updates.

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@NewOrleansRTA For more information on routes and rides, visit New Orleans Regional Transit Authority - Changes That May Affect Your Ride

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The Chalmette Ferry is back in service.

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This morning, RTA will conduct a “pull test” of a streetcar on the Rampart Streetcar line,  beginning at around 7:30 am. The test will start at S. Liberty St. & Canal St., temporarily obstructing the established detour, before proceeding down Canal St. to North Rampart St.

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@NewOrleansRTA We are aware of technical difficulties with the Le Pass app. We are working to address the issue. We will notify riders once the app is functioning properly. Until then, riders may show their app to ride and will not be turned away. Thank you for your patience.

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Sunday, Dec. 31, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., the Lady and Men Rollers Second Line Parade will be having its second line parade. See graphic for route info.

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Due to the fireworks display on New Year’s Eve, the following services will be temporarily interrupted: Canal-Algiers Ferry and #49 UPT/Riverfront service line will not run from 11:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

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Late fall on the river, Algiers Point, New Orleans

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Reflections on a streetcar, Canal street, New Orleans

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Today, the RTA received a letter of intent from the City of New Orleans outlining its commitment to identify a funding source for the $3 million required to maintain current service levels in 2024. The letter of intent will enable RTA to continue operating its ferry service.

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New Orleans RTA and JP Transit have joined forces on Le Pass.  Now JP Transit and RTA riders can use the Le Pass app to purchase fares and to plan trips on both transit systems.  Just in time to plan your way to the Beyonce concert.
@Beyonce @BeyLegion @JeffParishGov

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Thank you for investing in our city’s infrastructure!
@RepTroyCarter @USDOT @FTA_DOT

[Congressman Troy A. Carter @RepTroyCarter]

Good news #LA02! @rtaforward has received $24,826,905 from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act I supported. This funding will build a new Downtown Transit Center for the bus and streetcar network, making rides safer and providing convenient facilities.

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@nolaready is putting together a Heat Relief Map ahead of this weekend!

Are you a business or organization that would be willing to listed as a free, public location for cooling off?

Please email them at [email protected] with the location, dates, and hours between 6/14-6/22.

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THE ST. CHARLES LINE WILL BE TEMPORARILY CUTTING BACK AT HOWARD AND ST CHARLES, DUE TO THE INSTALLATION OF TRAFFIC LIGHT. BUS #
242 WILL SHUTTLE THE PASSENGERS TO
CANAL ST.

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The Canal street Ferry is back in service as dredging in the area has completed.

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Ferry service from the Canal Ferry has been temporarily suspended. A bus bridge has been set up to continue service and passengers will be notified when ferry service will be resumed. Passengers can access bus service at the intersection of Canal St. and Convention Center Blvd.

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On Memorial Day, Monday, May 29, all lines will operate on a Saturday schedule. See https://t.co/mrrRQRCRrZ to view schedules.

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TUNE IN: RTA CEO Lona Edwards Hankins will be interviewed by @WWNO at 4:44 p.m.! (89.9 FM or click on https://t.co/tAmjK6c7ny)