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flag On Feb. 15, 2026, NJ Transit and Amtrak began replacing the Portal Bridge, disrupting rail service across most lines until March 15.

flag Starting February 15, 2026, NJ Transit and Amtrak began a month-long cutover to replace the aging Portal Bridge with the new Portal North Bridge, causing major service changes across most rail lines except the Atlantic City Rail Line. flag Due to single-track operations between Newark and Secaucus, service was reduced by 53%, with trains rerouted to Hoboken for transfers to PATH, ferries, or buses. flag Midtown Direct trains on several lines are diverted, and riders face altered schedules, cancellations, and increased crowding at Hoboken Station. flag The project, part of the $2.3 billion Gateway Program, aims to eliminate the swing bridge’s reliability issues and improve Northeast Corridor capacity. flag Regular service is expected to resume March 15, pending safety testing.

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