Long Island

LIRR president apologizes for delays

Originally published: August 24, 2010 7:57 PM
Updated: August 24, 2010 8:15 PM

Photo credit: Kevin P. Coughlin | LIRR President Helena Williams gives a press briefing outside of Jamaica station, Tuesday. (Aug. 24, 2010)

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LIRR President Helena E. Williams Tuesday night issued the following statement about the Long Island Rail Road's service disruptions, caused by an electrical fire Monday morning near the Jamaica station.

"I know yesterday was a difficult and trying day for customers of the Long Island Rail Road. I want to apologize for the delays and inconvenience customers endured. The employees of...

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