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After a month of closure for extensive repairs and renovations, the PATH train terminal in Hoboken, New Jersey, is set to reopen at 5 a.m. on Tuesday (February 25). The closure, which began on January 30, was part of the PATH Forward program, a $430 million initiative aimed at upgrading the 117-year-old PATH system to improve safety and reliability.
During the closure, crews worked on comprehensive track repairs, platform fixes, and the replacement of four original staircases. The renovation also included upgrading the track switching network and repairing over 4,500 feet of track leading to the station. The work was necessary to maintain the station's reliability and to ensure the safety of the approximately 20,000 daily commuters who rely on the terminal.
According to NorthJersey.com, Clarelle DeGraffe, who leads PATH for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, emphasized the importance of these upgrades, stating, "We want to last another 117 years, and we’re going to make sure that the service to our customers will remain reliable and is consistent over time as we do that."
Despite rumors of delays, The Hoboken Girl confirmed that the station is reopening on schedule. Mayor Ravi S. Bhalla expressed gratitude to PATH, NJ Transit, and NY Waterway for their efforts to mitigate the impact of the closure on residents. The reopening coincides with the 117th anniversary of the station's opening, marking a significant milestone in its history.