I recently picked up an Ollee Watch and an a158w-9avt from https://www.ebay.com/itm/298213124486?var=595232851114
When I opened it up the PCB doesn't resemble those I see online at all, and the Ollee Watch PCB doesn't fit the case due to a large plastic spike in the way. Assuming this is a fake?
Hi Everyone - I wrote a letter to the mayor regarding the Newtonville station extended closure and want to urge anyone else who feels strongly about it to do the same.
To:
mlaredo@newtonma.gov
dhanson@newtonma.gov
jmorse@newtonma.gov
NewtonCR@mbta.com
citycouncil@newtonma.gov
Dear Mayor Laredo and City/MBTA partners,
I am writing to express my concern about the planned closure of Newtonville Commuter Rail Station during the upcoming accessibility project.
I support making the station fully accessible, but closing Newtonville for more than two years would create a serious hardship for residents who rely on it. I moved to my current home last year specifically because of its proximity to Newtonville Station which my wife and I rely on to commute to work. Reliable access to the commuter rail was a major factor in choosing where to live, and losing that access for years would significantly affect my daily transportation options.
Newtonville is a walkable village, and many residents depend on the station to get to work, appointments, childcare, and other daily needs. Without a strong mitigation plan, the closure will push more people into cars, increase parking demand at nearby stations, lengthen commutes, and reduce access to local businesses.
I urge the City to press the MBTA to evaluate a temporary Newtonville station or phased construction plan that preserves some rail access during the project. This would by far be the preferred approach and would be the least disruptive for residents.
If a temporary station is not possible, I ask that the City secure meaningful mitigation before the closure begins, including more frequent bus service, better evening and weekend bus coverage, additional parking at West Newton Station, and a commitment from the MBTA to provide more frequent train service once Newtonville reopens.
I support the long-term goal of an accessible, modernized station, but residents should not be left without practical transit access for more than two years. Thank you for your attention to this issue.
Unfortunately making it to the West Newton MBTA station could add 45 minutes to my commute (round trip). It looks like the MBTA isn't changing bus timing, so looking at other options.