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CBS News
19 hours ago
- Politics
- CBS News
DART riders push back against proposed service cuts, fare hikes
Thousands of North Texans who rely on public transit are voicing concern over proposed service reductions and fare increases from Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART), especially riders with disabilities who depend on paratransit vans for daily transportation. Candace Wicks, a Dallas native, is one of more than 12,000 registered users of DART's paratransit service. For her, the door-to-door van rides are essential. "This is my main way of getting around," Wicks said. "This is my transportation." Wicks, who lives in Oak Cliff, has nine partially amputated fingers and both legs amputated. She said she relies on DART's specialized service to maintain her independence. "I have to have DART," she said. "The door-to-door paratransit service provided to us is a necessity for me." Under DART's proposed General Mobility Program, the agency would reduce some bus routes, increase wait times for light rail, and nearly double paratransit fares to $6 each way. The changes are part of a broader effort to return millions of dollars to DART's member cities, some of which have criticized the agency for poor service. DART officials say the proposal is a last resort. "We do not want to make cuts to service," said Jeamy Molina, a spokesperson for DART. "No one at DART thinks these cuts are a good idea. We are trying to make cuts as minimal as we can, but it's something we have to do to face the issues we're in right now." Wicks was one of about 200 people who spoke directly to the DART board during a recent meeting, joining more than 1,000 riders who have voiced opposition to the proposed changes. "You're handicapping people all over," one speaker told the board. "It's not right. Find another way to do this. Do not cut services or raise fares," said another. Wicks said the decision is about more than just policy. "People need to understand, this is not just a political vote," she said. "This is our life. This will determine our quality of life." The DART board is expected to vote on the proposal in August.
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
Major delays for Irish Rail passengers due to signalling issues caused by flooding as commuters face 45-min knockbacks
TRAIN commuters are facing huge delays this evening due to flooding on rail lines. Advertisement As of 5.32pm, the DART is facing 10-minute delays "on some services". The Maynooth/M3 Commuter route has been delayed by 35 minutes. The Northern Commuter route has been delayed by 15 minutes, while the Phoenix Park Tunnel services have been knocked back 5-10 minutes. Advertisement Read more in News The A little while ago, Irish Rail said that delays are expected between Drogheda and Dundalk The 15:50 Connolly to Belfast train has been delayed by 45 minutes, while the 15:00 Belfast to Connolly service was knocked back 19 minutes. Earlier, there was also Advertisement Most read in News Travel Exclusive There was also a mechanical issue on a train. Irish Rail is posting regular updates on the routes on its More to follow. For the latest news on this story keep checking back at the Irish Sun Online, where we will bring you live updates as soon as they happen, before anyone else. Advertisement Like us on Facebook at , and follow us from our main Twitter account at @IrishSunOnline, where we will bring you this story and all the rest of the top news and exclusives of the day. is your go to destination for the best celebrity news, football news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. 1 Rail commuters are facing huge delays this evening due to flooding on lines Credit: Alamy
CNA
2 days ago
- General
- CNA
Two workers rescued after being stranded on gondola at Raffles City Tower
SINGAPORE: Two workers were rescued on Monday (Jul 21) after they became stranded on a gondola at Raffles City Tower. The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) responded to the incident at about 11.20am, with the workers trapped on the gondola between the 28th and 29th floors. "Upon arrival, firefighters immediately checked on the gondola's stability, as well as the condition of the workers on the gondola." The Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (DART) set up rescue equipment on the 29th and 30th floors. "The gondola was then secured with safety lines, before a DART rescuer descended onto the gondola to rescue the two workers," SCDF said. Both workers, wearing safety harnesses, were secured and taken into the building through the windows on the 29th and 30th floors. The workers were assessed by an SCDF paramedic and taken to Raffles Hospital in a stable condition, said SCDF.
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Nathan Aspinall wants huge change to darts calendar including Ryder Cup-style tournament as he pitches incredible format
It would inject a fresh surge of excitement into the sport DART OF WAR Nathan Aspinall wants huge change to darts calendar including Ryder Cup-style tournament as he pitches incredible format Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) NATHAN ASPINALL has dropped a bombshell proposal to add a Ryder Cup-style tournament to the ever-growing darts calendar. Aspinall, 34, made a bold pitch to the PDC as he spoke of his desire to launch a new darts event that is similar to golf's cross Atlantic competition between Europe and the United States. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Nathan Aspinall has called for a rule change that could have seen him unable to compete Speaking to Footy Accumulators, the world No.7 said: 'One change I would make is having a Ryder Cup-style tournament. You could do the UK against the rest of the world. 'You've got all the Dutch players, all the Germans, the likes of Damon Heta and people like that. 'You could do triples, pairs, and singles matches, it would be mega for players and fans. 'If you did it somewhere like in the centre of Germany, and change every year, you could probably sell a 30,000 seater stadium comfortably, and it would create some atmosphere. READ MORE DARTS LUKE OUT Darts legend Bobby George sends stark message to Luke Littler 'I think you've seen from the World Cup that you have to gel as a team. Luke Littler and Luke Humphries, even though they're mates, they didn't gel at the World Cup, which is why they didn't get far. 'You saw with Josh Rock and Darryl Gurney, and Gerwyn Price and Johnny Clayton, they clearly did gel, and that's why they made the finals. 'The only issue is that there is that much going on in darts at the moment, I think the PDC is going to leave it as it is for now. You never know, in the future it might be something that they look into.' Aspinall has made over £2.2million from darts over the years, winning the World Matchplay in 2023 and landing the spoils in the UK Open in 2019. CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS The two-time World Championship semi-finalist has also become a Premier League regular. But 'The Asp' also confessed how he no longer enjoys darts all that much, seeing it as simply a job. Darts legend Bobby George sends stark message to Luke Littler as he warns sensation he can 'go from hero to zero quick' Aspinall said: 'I'm not a big darts fan anymore. I don't sit at home when I'm not playing and watch it. 'I didn't watch the World Cup, for example. If I'm out of the tournament, I won't go back to my house and see who wins. 'I treat it as my job now, and I'm here to make as much money as I can Aspinall 'Everyone thinks it's all roses and you travel to these amazing places, which we do, but it's very lonely. 'I spent five days in New York on my own and was so bored. I'm missing a wedding next month because I'm in Keel, so I'll miss a lot of family time and key events. But I'm the one who has to make the sacrifices so my family can have a good life. 'I treat it as my job now, and I'm here to make as much money as I can. It's about giving my family the best life I can, which basically means I do it for the money. 'I want to win trophies and win titles, but first and foremost, I want to win as much money as I can so my family can have a great life, that's my main drive and my motivation. 'If you're treating it as a passion and as a hobby, I don't think there's any pressure on you to win because you're just enjoying yourself, so it's harder for me. I don't like losing, and I know that if I turn up to work and don't perform, I'm not making any money, so there's big pressure.'
Extra.ie
6 days ago
- Business
- Extra.ie
Brand new DART station set to open in Dublin next month
Commuters from the outskirts of south Dublin will have the option of an extra stop on the DART starting next month. The brand new Woodbrook DART station is set to open in a matter of weeks after being promised to the Shankill and Shanganagh community back in 2017, with substantive work beginning on the project in November 2023. The stop will be located between Bray and Shankill on the DART line and is on track to be in line with its originally scheduled opening date of August 10. The new station will be located between Bray and Shankill. Pic: Getty Images Situated around 40 minutes from the city centre, the station will be in operation for 191 daily runs on weekdays and will serve a housing development of about 2,300 homes. The project was funded through the National Transport Authority and will be the 147th station in the Irish Rail network. It will feature 174m platforms with passenger shelters, seating, lighting, CCTV, customer information, bicycle parking and ticketing facilities and can be accessed via Woodbrook Avenue. Woodbrook will serve a housing development with some 2,300 homes. Pic: Shutterstock There will also be new pedestrian and cycling access routes in the station vicinity, as well as a new pedestrian bridge above the tracks between the two platforms. Iarnród Éireann are eager to 'ensure people living in the catchment area have fast, frequent and sustainable travel options available, as the community grows and develops'. The station is situated about 40 minutes from the city centre. Pic: ABD/Shutterstock They added: 'Identified as a 'Future Development Area' in the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Plan Core Strategy, the development at Woodbrook, together with the new station, supports transport and land-use policy, delivering a substantial compact sustainable residential community in the Woodbrook-Shanganagh area. 'The provision of the station will reduce reliance on the private car and assist Ireland in reaching its climate action targets.'
