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HRT Responds to Incident on Tide Light Rail
https://gohrt.com/2023/12/hrt-responds-to-incident-on-tide-light-rail/

NORFOLK, VA – Hampton Roads Transit is responding to a shooting that occurred around 10:40 p.m. on December 28, in Downtown Norfolk, on a Tide light rail train. According to Norfolk Police, a 14-year-old was taken to the hospital with a non-life-threatening injury.

Find Your Next Career at Hampton Roads Transit
https://gohrt.com/2023/12/find-your-next-career-at-hampton-roads-transit/

NORFOLK, VA – Are you looking for a change of pace in the new year? Join Hampton Roads Transit at its next career fair and explore opportunities in public transportation where careers are always on the move. Hampton Roads Transit is hiring for multiple opportunities, from administration to operations. Several of the current openings come […]

Base Express Celebrates One Year of Service at Naval Station Norfolk
https://gohrt.com/2023/12/base-express-celebrates-one-year-of-service-at-naval-station-norfolk/

This month, Hampton Roads Transit and Naval Station Norfolk are celebrating one year since the launch of the Base Express.

HRT Receives Two New Ferry Boats
https://gohrt.com/2023/11/hrt-receives-two-new-ferry-boats/

Hampton Roads Transit has added two new ferry boats to its Elizabeth River Ferry service fleet.

Regional Transit Agencies Host State of Transit Summit
https://gohrt.com/2023/11/regional-transit-agencies-host-state-of-transit-summit/

Today, Hampton Roads Transit (HRT), Williamsburg Area Transit Authority, and Suffolk Transit hosted the State of Transit: Transit Means Business summit. Approximately 200 business professionals and community members attended this inaugural event at Hub757 in Suffolk. Maurice Jones, Founder & CEO, MJ Connects, provided the keynote address.

Hampton Roads Transit Adds 12 New Buses to 757 Express
https://gohrt.com/2023/11/hampton-roads-transit-adds-12-new-buses-to-757-express/

Hampton Roads Transit is excited to announce the addition of 12 new low-emission buses to its 757 Express fleet. The new buses rolled into service on the Southside this morning in conjunction with the launch of 15-minute peak period service on the Route 20 in Norfolk and Virginia Beach.

HRT Offering Special Event Fare Pass for Grand Illumination Parade
https://gohrt.com/2023/11/hrt-offering-special-event-fare-pass-for-grand-illumination-parade/

Thousands are expected to line the streets of Downtown Norfolk for the 37th Annual Grand Illumination Parade on Saturday, November 18, 2023. Hampton Roads Transit is making it easier to get there with a special event pass for the ferry and light rail.

Hampton Roads Transit President & CEO Honored by Local WTS Chapter
https://gohrt.com/2023/11/hampton-roads-transit-president-ceo-honored-by-local-wts-chapter/

Hampton Roads Transit is proud to announce its President and CEO, William Harrell has been honored by the Hampton Roads Chapter of the Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS).

Hampton Roads Transit to Increase Frequency on State’s Busiest Bus Route
https://gohrt.com/2023/11/hampton-roads-transit-to-increase-frequency-on-states-busiest-bus-route/

Hampton Roads Transit is expanding its 757 Express service by bringing increased frequency back to Route 20. Beginning Monday, November 13, commuters will have the convenience of being able to catch a bus every 15 minutes during the peak hours of 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. every weekday.

Hampton Roads Transit Replacing Bus Stop Signage
https://gohrt.com/2023/10/hampton-roads-transit-replacing-bus-stop-signage/

NORFOLK, VA – Hampton Roads Transit is replacing hundreds of bus stop signs. It is part of a pilot program to standardize HRT’s bus stop signage while optimizing the customer experience, emphasizing visibility, prioritizing sustainability, and minimizing vandalism.

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