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New Yorkers Hold Funeral for MetroCard as Sales End

CBS New YorkJanuary 5, 20261 min3,993 views
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Farewell to the MetroCard

  • πŸ’” A funeral ceremony was held in Washington Square Park to mark the final day of MetroCard sales and refills.
  • 🎢 The event featured a singalong, a eulogy, and a cake, with organizers spreading the word via Instagram.
  • πŸ’¬ New Yorkers gathered to commemorate the MetroCard, with many sharing that it's an iconic New Yorker move to hold such a ceremony.

The MetroCard's Legacy

  • πŸ’³ While sales will cease, cards with a remaining balance can still be used for now.
  • πŸ—£οΈ The MetroCard is described as a "true original" and a symbol of New York City, with nearly every New Yorker having a story associated with it.
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