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Get ready to ride! New light rail stations in the University District, Roosevelt and Northgate neighborhoods open October 2! #Link21 soundtransit.org/blog/platform/
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The first northbound train from UDistrict Station. Welcome aboard! #Link21
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Tomorrow's Link commute just got a whole lot easier. It's back to regular service tomorrow--no more transfers at Pioneer Square. Trains running every 10 minutes at peak instead of 8 minutes tomorrow only. Tuesday we'll be fully back to normal. Thanks for all your patience!
We'll save you a seat 💜
Take transit to the #ErasTour! In addition to Link trains, Sounder will run to and from the Saturday (7/22) concert. Find the schedule here: ow.ly/OGC850PhxrU
#SafeAndSounder
We're about a month away from:
🚆 Eight minute trips from Roosevelt to Capitol Hill
🚆 10 minutes from the U District to downtown
🚆 20 minutes from Northgate to the stadiums
See you onboard (and flying past traffic) starting Oct. 2! #Link21 ow.ly/nShW50G19wJ
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R & D team is making good progress on our triple-decker bus prototype to meet booming ridership demands while the light rail system is built out.
Four months until we open three new light rail stations! ow.ly/dTXq50F1pND
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Why yes, that is a light rail train pulling into the Bellevue Downtown Station! See more and read all about train clearance testing on the Eastside. soundtransit.org/blog/platform/
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What a week! Let's take a moment to thank all the women and men keeping your buses and trains rolling and building for the future. We're at the center of the storm and we'll get through it together. #WeGotThisSeattle
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And service starts. It’s official. Northgate Link is now open! And it’s already busy! Easily 150 people aboard. #Link21
They’re here! New Link light rail trains rolling into service today!
No one in this photo took up any road space, they all got here faster than those who did, and another full train is only 6 mins away ❤️️🚊💪🏻
Great job at Pioneer Square everybody! Let’s keep it up for the evening commute! #Connect2020
It's #TaylorSwift Week! Are you 'Ready For It'?
It'll be a 'Cruel Summer' weekend to try to deal with traffic and parking. Ride in 'Style' and let transit be your 'Getaway Car'!
'The 1' Line will run late-night service for the #ErasTour. Details: soundtransit.org/get-to-know-us
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Good news! President Biden's proposed budget could save our region more than $40M and help get light rail to Tacoma, West Seattle, Everett and Ballard. Details: soundtransit.org/get-to-know-us
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Mask update - in accordance with new TSA guidance, masks are no longer required on board our trains and buses as of today. Details: soundtransit.org/get-to-know-us
If you absolutely have to travel this morning, Link continues to run reliably. Trains are now coming every 12 minutes. Be careful around stations and platforms!
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Look what just rolled out of the light rail shop!!! Champs! @S10Bird @Alysha_Clark @jewellloyd @seattlestorm @jordin_canada @breannastewart #RingSZN
Washing your hands for 20 seconds is one of the most effective ways to help slow the spread of disease. Here's 20 seconds of train washing. Scrub to the end. #seattlecovid19
Link 1 Line from Northgate to Stadium Station - 20 minutes.
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Seeing the usual heavy afternoon traffic into Seattle on SB I-5. Plan ahead if you're going to the Mariners game or other activity downtown.
With the possibility of freezing rain in the forecast, we'll be running trains all night to keep the Link system clear of ice. Crews will work hard to keep station platforms and other public areas clear - but please be cautious, as there may still be icy patches out there. #WaWx
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Our first fleet! Are we doing this right? 🤔
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Next stop - U District, Roosevelt and Northgate stations! Read all about train testing and get fresh pics of #Link21: soundtransit.org/blog/platform/
Excited to "officially" break ground today on Lynnwood Link and 28-minute trips to downtown Seattle every day, any time! Sign up for project news to follow our progress! Trains roll in '24. ow.ly/eC0K30pt9Db
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Link light rail and Sounder riders – until further notice, fare enforcement inspectors will not ask for proof of payment on board trains. Riders are expected to pay; fare enforcement officers will ride providing customer service and security presence. ow.ly/JFFh50yKw4W
Get ready for new Link service on the Eastside next spring!
We’re forging ahead to launch 2 Line service between eight East Link Extension stations in spring 2024, followed by service to Lynnwood next fall.
Head to our blog for all of the details: soundtransit.org/blog/platform/
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The weather may not be improving yet but our headways are! Link trains are now running every ten minutes. If you must travel, light rail is running reliably this morning. Stay safe!
Or about 1,043 hours till Northgate, Roosevelt and U District stations open. But who's counting. #Link21
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Just six weeks until @SoundTransit can take the “Coming Soon!” tape off the 1 Line progress diagrams.
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Light rail to Lynnwood just passed the halfway mark! Twenty-minute trips to
roll in three years! Read all about it and check out the latest progress pics: soundtransit.org/blog/platform/
Great to see trains rolling in the Stadium and Hilltop neighborhoods of Tacoma! We still have more work to do, but there was good news from tests along the alignment this week.
Today is just the beginning of major expansions!
- Tacoma Hilltop in '22
- Eastside (Overlake) in '23
- Downtown Redmond in '24
- Federal Way in '24
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It’s amazing to consider that over the next three years, we’ll be opening 25 more @SoundTransit light rail stations in cities across the region, including Bellevue, Redmond, Shoreline, Lynnwood, Kent & Federal Way. #ToNorthgateAndBeyond #Link21
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Taking flight! One of a pair of neon hummingbird sculptures by artist Claudia Fitch installed yesterday at the Lynnwood City Center Station. The sculptures are a nod to the restored wetlands near the station and a celebration of the history of neon road signs along Highway 99.
We made it - Here's to many more sunsets after 5 p.m. coming down the tracks! #TheBigDark #SeattleSun #wawx
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Racism of any kind is not acceptable. Racism towards Asian-Americans has no place in our community. So if you see something, say something. Compassion, kindness, and respect are how we will get through this. Together. #WeGotThis
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Underground cell service is going LIVE in Beacon Hill TODAY for uninterrupted connections from end to end on Link!
While the 1 Line is the best way to get around traffic, internal combustion-powered vehicles are not allowed ON trains. If you see anything amiss on board or at your station, please text the Security Desk at 206-398-5268.
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What on earth 
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You can bring your motorbike on board?
I mean I’d rather have that than a meth user but still
@SoundTransit
You can bring your motorbike on board?
I mean I’d rather have that than a meth user but still
My favorite thing about trains is that they feel like trains.
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Sound Transit is doubling your destinations within the next 5 years. 🚈 Learn how your #transit system is expanding to more places: soundtransit.org/2020report?utm
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Downtown tunnel cell service is LIVE. T-Mobile customers now, Verizon, AT&T to roll in next couple weeks. Bars from IDS to UW!
We're dropping the "Red Line" name. Here's why: soundtransit.org/blog/platform/
We’re a week into the unplanned service disruption on Link, and we want to provide you with an update on where things stand. 🧵
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Folks, seeing a lot of questions on this. If it helps, the individual is not a transit security officer. Also, confirming Washington is an open-carry state. For any security concerns, please be sure to call or text our security team 24/7 at 206.398.5268.
Reminder: ST trains, buses and stations are hate-free zones. Report any harassment to Security - 206-398-5268 or security@soundtransit.org.
If you're riding Link next week, keep an eye on the digital signage at our stations.
From May 9-15, you may see us testing our new Passenger Information System (PIMS), the system that will provide passengers with accurate real-time arrival data and out-of-service train info 🚆
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We know your commute is different now and we look forward to seeing you back on board. Until then, we've got you covered with our new Tracks Suit for today's commute from your kitchen to your computer.
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Check it out - East Link testing moves into the "Live Wire" stage with trains rolling under their own power! Details and more photos: soundtransit.org/blog/platform/
Ready, set, GO! Today we rolled out bold plans to extend your transit system to the north, south, east and west! ow.ly/ISu330bf4a4
We’re excited to tell you about changes we’re bringing to Link this year to improve your riding experience.
We are investing in a number of ways to welcome people back to the system as we see ridership climbing above pre-pandemic levels. 🧵
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Things are looking up with elevators and escalators. ⬆️
We’ve made great strides to ensure that vertical conveyances are available when you need them.
Escalators are running at about 92% overall availability now. That’s still short of our goal of 95%, but we’re getting close.
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Getting reasy to start your travel today? Just a reminder that Link is back to regular service this morning. No more transfers at Pioneer Square! Trains run ten minutes at peak hours today only and back to the usual eight minutes tomorrow. See you onboard!
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And a huge THANK YOU to all the plow drivers, bus drivers and shop workers keeping the roads and wheels moving as safe as possible. 👋
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Thank you for championing America's greener transportation future. 's steadfast support for Sound Transit has been critical as we expand the nation's first carbon-free light rail system.
When your tour of University Street Station looks like a scene from an Aaron Sorkin movie... #WalkAndTalk
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Reminder that masks are still required at all times on board buses and trains, unless you're riding in holographic form. #StarWarsDay #MayThe4th
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We appreciate them every day, but please take a moment today to thank the hard-working men and women who drive your buses and trains as part of our annual celebration of Transit Driver Appreciation Day. #TDAD
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Riders are reporting very full buses and trains this morning. Lots of first-time riders. Please be courteous and safe. #celebrate48
Good news - 1 Line service returns to normal TOMORROW (7/21). A huge THANK YOU for your patience during this first phase of work at Columbia City Station. Details to follow. #futureready
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Well hello beautiful. The first of nine new Sounder cars rolled in this afternoon and it's gorgeous. 💕🚆
Our top hits of 2022. What would your Transit Wrapped look like?
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Longer trains rolling tomorrow for the victory march and rally! #MLSCupChampions ow.ly/u0xB3073Wd3
Happy #Twosday! (2/22/2022)
Who else is excited to ride the 2 Line to the Eastside next year? 🙋
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We're going to exercise an option to trade out our Link seat coverings for a different look this fall. Keep an eye out for the new fit!
Thirteen years ago today we cut the ribbon and welcomed the first Link light rail riders! Thank you to all our riders since then - we know the teen years can be bumpy, but we're excited for the incredible growth ahead!
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Sean, please return to your regular duties. All of the new 24 cans on the downtown tunnel station platforms have been installed and bolted down. Thanks to our partners and the crews who got them out over the weekend!
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I have now independently verified that every @SoundTransit trash can (that I could find) is bolted to the ground. (Thank you to all those who prettended they didn't see a guy shaking cans. 
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Three years ago today we celebrated opening new 🚈 stations at Capitol Hill and the University of Washington. Today these two stations serve nearly 20,000 riders a day! Cheers to everyone who has embraced U Link! Can't wait to connect 22 new stations over the next 5 years!
BREAKING NEWS - we're adding a second special Sounder trip to the #MLSCup on Sunday. Take Sounder to and forget about traffic and parking hassles! Updated schedule: ow.ly/jeVf50x5gvx
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Worth it. We'll have another 🚈 there in 6️⃣ minutes.
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Good news out of the Ridership Experience & Operations Committee today. Overall Link 1 Line ridership for June '22 toped June '19 ridership by about 60K with 2,181,000 total boardings. Getting back to pre-pandemic levels!
Transportation 🚗🚐🚚makes up 75% of the greenhouse gas emissions in Washington State. Taking transit 🚅🚈🚎🚍 is one of the best things you can do to help the earth 🌎. Thank you for riding! #earthdayeveryday #Earthday
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Thanks to all our riders for a great first 10 years of Link light rail🚈! Celebrate with your own commemorative #Link10 ORCA card as we roll into a busy next 10 years. Details: ow.ly/qknj50v4XJz
Welcome to the future of transportation! It’s great to see our region coming closer together, with more connections, quicker trips and a greener way to get around.
We’re just getting started, but for now, welcome U District, Roosevelt and Northgate! #Link21
Dear fans, it's ON. Special #MLSCup Sounder trains will roll on 11/10 from the north and south. Return trips from King Street Station will depart 60 minutes after the final whistle. 💚⚽️Details: ow.ly/lhzv30pPNUc
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We're in the home stretch getting ready to open new U District, Roosevelt and Northgate stations! See what's in store leading up to opening day on 10/2. #Link21 soundtransit.org/blog/platform/
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Great to see our new end-of-line train cleaning crews starting out today! They’ll initially be working day shifts Monday-Friday, but we’re trying to staff up to expand those hours and days.
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The John Lewis Memorial Bridge is open as well. Leads right into the Northgate Station mezzanine. #Link21
Game trains are back, starting this weekend! Take Sounder to the match on March 4 and pass parking and traffic hassles. Get the schedule: soundtransit.org/get-to-know-us
It’s a busy morning at U District Station as people enjoy opening day of Northgate Link. #Link21
