NFTA to raise fares, but service will remain intact

Commuters throughout Niagara County are facing a bus fare hike, but at least that means the area’s routes should remain in service.

NFTA commissioners have approved a 25-cent fare hike for the system, meaning riders will be paying $2 come May.

At least two public meetings will take place before the fare hike goes into effect.

Supporters say the move will raise over $5 millon a year for the cash-strapped transit agency.

Originally, NFTA officials insisted they might need to cut a number of routes,