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Bus Driver Praised for Quick Actions During Brush Fire
A Breeze bus driver for the North County Transit District had her route through Camp Pendleton unexpectedly re-routed on Sept. 30. Sonya Fisher said she was driving her usual route through the US Marine Corps base when a federal police officer stopped her to help evacuate a nearby school that was in the path of a brush fire. “No, never….
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Weekend Rail Closure Will Continue in Spite of Projected Stormy Weather
A scheduled North County Transit District rail closure between Solana Beach and Downtown San Diego this weekend will continue as planned in spite of predicted stormy weather, the transit agency announced Friday. On both Saturday and Sunday, the rail line between the cities will be closed from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. as part of an absolute work window to…
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North County Transit District Secures $9.8 Million Grant To Improve Crossings
The North County Transit District will receive $9,836,917 in grant funding to modernize its train and crossing control systems, it was announced Monday by Democratic Congressman Mike Levin.
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Carlsbad Connector Shuttle Service Ends Friday
Service on the Carlsbad Connector will be suspended Friday while a new pilot program is developed to sustain the shuttle, officials said Tuesday.
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Free Rides and Giveaways for Coaster's 25th Anniversary Celebration
The North County Transit District is celebrating the Coaster’s 25 years of service with fun giveaways and free rides all day Thursday. As part of the anniversary celebration, Coaster riders can stop by any station from Oceanside to San Diego on Thursday and hop on a train for free. Rail 2 Rail is not included. Riders can also receive giveaways…
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Oceanside Transit Center Project Aims for Quality Development
The North County Transit District wants to turn 10.2 acres it owns around the Oceanside Transit Center into a mixed-use development that would include apartments, office space, and retail shops. “We’ve been studying this site for quite some time,” said Tracey Foster, chief development officer of the transit district. The district decided to make a move on the property now…