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Orange Line Shutdown Hits Boston Commuters | Concord News
The MBTA is shutting down a major stretch of the Orange Line for 11 days, starting August 20th, to install critical track and signal upgrades—aiming for smoother service ahead. This isn’t the first disruption: recent closures on the Orange, Green, and Red Lines show the T’s ongoing maintenance push. Riders face longer commutes (up to 70 extra minutes) via shuttle buses from Oak Grove, with the Green Line and free Commuter Rail rides between Oak Grove and North Station offered as alternatives. The T admits minor glitches may linger after reopening—and apologizes for the headaches. If you rely…
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