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I will be extremely happy to see that formally ugly storefront finally filled! Cant wait for their opening and for them to expose the storefront!

^ If you are talking about the interior it has always been like that. I have always thought it looked like a chipotle and found it funny when I heard they were moving into that spot.

^ I believe that was for an APA thing

I actually like the key. Im glad they didnt add the words "Key Bank" to the sign though

I like the payment system on the shaker lines far better than the POP system on the Red Line. It doesn't really get backed up at all in my experience. Most people already have a ticket and just scan it. Also, the Shaker Lines have been extremely on time lately. It also prevents people from getting free rides.

It is impressive to see how fast those things are going up. I think the middle building is already up 3 floors!

Looks like they were replacing the E-line signs with a new design

From RTA's facebook. My guess is the new trolly? "Big RTA announcement tomorrow - stay tuned for good news for residents and visitors to downtown!"

Thanks for the suggestions! So are the windows larger in the cafe then? I assume you are taking trains #48/49 to/from New York? If so..... > The train you are taking comes from Chicago. It is scheduled to leave there at 9:30 p.m. Central Time. If you go to bed AFTER 10:30 p.m., check "Status" on the left side of the page at amtrak.com. If #48 leaves Chicago on time, it's got a pretty good shot at arriving Cleveland on time. You can also check Train Tracker at http://www.dixielandsoftware.com/. Check both again before you leave home for the station. If the train is more than 30 minutes late, it is better to wait at home than to wait at the station. > If you are checking your luggage, get to the station at least 30 minutes before departure. You can take some pretty big luggage on to the train, but there are restrictions. Check the "Riders Guide" on the Amtrak website. > The train pulls into the station and you are told what car to board either by the loudspeakers or just by asking uniformed train crew members on the platform. Amtrak likes to keep passengers bound for the same destination sitting together. This is even more important for stations east of Albany, NY. The reason is that the train splits into two sections. Usually, the front five cars on the train go to Boston. The trailing 10 cars or so go to New York City. Since you are going to New York, stand somewhere in the middle of the platform (by the walkways from the station) and then await instructions or ask a train employee where to board. > Seats are reserved, but only in terms that the number of seats sold cannot exceed the number of seats on the train. The only time you reserve an actual seat location is the moment you sit in one. The conductor comes around, checks your tickets and puts a tag above your seat with a three-letter station code on it. For you, it will be "NYP" for New York-Penn station. > Seating suggestion #1: sit on the right side of the train. You'll have more views of the Erie Canal, the Mohawk River, and the scenic star attraction of the trip -- the Hudson River valley. Except when you get close to Buffalo, you will see very little of Lake Erie and none of Lake Ontario, so don't bother sitting on the left side. > Seating suggestion #2: sit as close to the center of the car as you can (rides more smoothly, less wheel noise, stays away from bathrooms and doors between cars). Oh, and you will love how much leg room you will have in coach on a train! > Expect your seating area to be less than clean. You are getting on a train that is 341 miles from its last cleaning, and 619 miles until its next cleaning. The seat you will sit in probably just had someone from the west get off at Cleveland. The Lake Shore Limited (trains #48/49) frequently sells out, so if someone books a seat from Chicago-Cleveland, Amtrak's reservations computers makes that seat available for sale for Cleveland eastward. The train's crew may not have had time to clean up around the seats vacated enroute, especially for larger stations like Cleveland where an average of 70+ people get on/off each train. > For longer trips like Cleveland-New York, treat it like a 600-mile-long camping trip and you'll enjoy it much more. You can bring snacks/drinks on board (nothing sloppy/messy!), but eat them at your seat only. Bring a real pillow or blanket. The Amtrak pillows are airline pillows and are a joke. Bring an iPod or some music -- especially if you can't get a seat away from a crying baby. And of course, bring a smart phone or laptop with WiFi. There are power outlets at most seats. You can pick up cell signals most of the way as you follow Interstates and most of the route is well populated. > Don't spend the entire trip at your seat. If you do, you're missing one of the best parts of train travel. Go to the cafe car, have a beer and socialize. You'll meet people from all over the world, especially on a train like the Lake Shore. See how long it takes you to master walking through a moving, rocking train. And have at least one meal in the dining car, even though it's more expensive. The Lake Shore has a beautifully refurbished 1950s-era dining car with some terrific food. For some reason, dining at 79-110 mph is one of the best experiences in travel. Period. And don't forget to tip your waiter/waitress the same 20 percent as you do in any restaurant! > When you get up from your seat, pack your belongings away and take valuables with you. Don't leave iPods out, or camera bags on your seat, or other obviously expensive items available for the taking. But you can leave bags unattended under your seat or above your seat and go to the cafe or diner or bathroom. People don't steal things on trains because there's lots of witnesses. But don't make it easy for someone, either. > If you are booking a sleeper, which I doubt you are based on the fare you noted, then there different suggestions. In that case, you really do book a specific room (again get a room close to the center of the car for the same reasons as above). Summary of suggestions: check train status before you leave for the station, sit in the middle of the car (on the right side of the Lake Shore), treat long-distance train riding like a camping trip, and do not stay in your seat the whole way! Wow KJP!, Thanks! That was a lot of useful information, and Im glad I now know what to expect before and during the trip. I cant thank you enough. You mentioned that there is power outlets at most seats. Where are the power outlets located? Are they easily visible. I want to make sure we get a seat with one. One on the right side, in the middle of the car, with a power outlet! haha! Also their isnt WiFi correct?

I did see two people on sitting on them the other day. Or what appeared to be sitting.

There isnt an entrance under the tracks

But they said the Renaissance is 490 or something. Do those 10 extra rooms really mean much? And the Renaissance, Ritz Carlton, Marriott, Hyatt, and Residence Inn are all fairly close to each other.

Ironic as it is, I am heading to New York by way of Amtrak this fall. It was short notice, so the tickets were a little more than what you can normally get them for, but they are far cheaper than flying. Round trip by plane for two is $1,245. We payed less than a third of that. Any advise on riding?

Ive said it before but I really think this station should be manned. Major stations such as the Airport, Tower City, Cedar, and Mayfield should all be staffed. Tower City, Cedar, and Mayfield stations are the entrances to our major employment centers. Staffing them provides a sense of safety, and prevents people from hoping on and off the trains without paying at these major stations. Tourists also can use these stations to get to and from Downtown Attractions, University Circle attractions, and Little Italy. Staff will be able to help people unfamiliar with the area and help them find their way around, and also hugely, provide that sense of security, which will keep people riding. I think it would cut down on the fare problem greatly. Currently its impossible to get downtown without paying because of the Tower City station. University Circle as our second major employment center, and large tourist area, should be protected in the same mannor. Stopping people from hoping on 105th and riding it to 79th will be impossible to do under this system, and really isnt a large enough number to be concerned over. But ridership is and will be much greater at the University Circle stations. And no im not saying bring back staff to every station, just to the two University Circle stations, stations in which people are more likely to get off at.

Having wifi at the stations and in the trains could be huge for marketing.

Just updated the list of where they live

Beth E. Mooney, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer - BRATENAHL Christopher M. Gorman, President, Key Corporate Bank - SHAKER HEIGHTS The rest I couldnt find William L. Hartmann, Chief Risk Officer William R. Koehler, President, Key Community Bank Thomas C. Stevens, Vice Chair and Chief Administrative Officer Jeffrey B. Weeden, Chief Financial Officer

Leaving for Beachwood

Wasnt the Cedar Road - University Circle Rapid Station supposed to break ground in August?

50 ft | 8' parking | 11' travel lane | 11' travel lane | 8' parking | 5' bike | 5' bike |

Cleveland: Downtown crime stats show decrease CLEVELAND -- With hundreds of thousands of people expected in downtown Cleveland for the Cleveland National Air Show, the city wants to restore its reputation for safety. Recently released crime statistics show significant decreases in the number of reported property crimes in the last eight months. There were 48 percent fewer car break-ins since January 2012 than last year during that same time frame. http://www.wkyc.com/news/article/258764/3/Cleveland-Downtown-crimes-stats-show-decrease

Major NCAA event cancels on Cleveland citing not enough hotels close together downtown CLEVELAND - There are 3,700 hotel rooms in greater downtown Cleveland and there will be 4,500 hotel rooms when several hotels are renovated or built in the next two years. But in order to host some large national events, that’s apparently still not enough hotel rooms. http://www.newsnet5.com/dpp/news/local_news/cleveland_metro/major-ncaa-event-cancels-on-cleveland-citing-not-enough-hotels-close-together-downtown

I predict we will see richardson get injured and be out for alot of games. Same for Hardesty. I also believe during a sack, Weeden will get injured for 3 to 4 weeks, bringing McCoy in for his second chance. McCoy will do good, adding fuel to the QB competition. And the Oline will give up 35 sacks

The current ones are okay because of their location, and because of their potential to create a great green space in the center of campus. It would be terrible on a major street though.

I hope/doubt PJ's doesnt get kicked out. They offer good quick food and a low price. And besides, those arcades are about 80% vacant. Its going to be awhile until their space is possibly needed.