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Penn Station Gets Wooden Benches
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Amtrak’s unveiling a bold new vision for Penn Station: long, wooden benches designed for everyone, not just ticket holders. Inspired by the lost grandeur of the original station, these tactile, year-round seats aim to transform the chaotic hub into a more humane space for the 600,000 daily commuters. While prioritizing comfort for families and seniors, armrests keep sleeping at bay. With federal funding on the line and MTA-Amtrak tensions simmering, this isn’t just about seating—it’s about reclaiming dignity in the city’s busiest transit chokepoint.
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