Free Electric Shuttle to Franklin Park Zoo from Forest Hills Debuts

A new electric shuttle bus running back and forth from the Forest Hills MBTA station and Franklin Park Zoo is now free to anyone on weekends. Zoo officials hope the electric, zero-emissions complimentary shuttle will attract a wider audience to the Franklin Park Zoo. “We couldn’t be happier to debut the shuttle and offer an alternative transportation option for our guests, that will not only make it easier for them to visit Franklin Park Zoo, but also directly supports our conservation mission,” said John Linehan, President and CEO of Zoo New England. “Fewer trips in single-occupancy vehicles alleviate traffic congestion, improve air quality and reduce greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change.”
The shuttle was converted by ZEVX (Zero Electric Vehicles) with a grant from the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC), according to a press release. The shuttle route from Forest Hills to the Zoo is just under 1.5 miles, and is very easy to see because it's wrapped in bright colors with animals that live in the Franklin Park Zoo or Stone Zoo.

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Help Identify Suspect Who Allegedly Committed Sex Act on Orange Line

The MBTA Transit Police want the public's assistance in identifying a suspect who allegedly committed a sex act on a southbound Orange Line train Oct. 14. 

The suspect is approximately 40 years old and was wearing a blue and white hooded sweatshirt with the letter “O” (with wings) on the front, green pants, a blue ball cap, and brown shoes. The subject allegedly exited the Forest Hills MBTA Station and walked toward the upper busway area after the incident, which happened around 1:25 pm. If you know the whereabouts or identity of this individual please contact the MBTA Criminal Investigations Unit at 617-222-1050. If you would like to assist investigators but wish to remain anonymous, you can always text your tip to 873873 or use the anonymous feature on the MBTA's SeeSay app.

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