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Thomas McMahon

Executive Editor

Thomas had covered the pupil transportation industry with School Bus Fleet since 2002. When he's not writing articles about yellow buses, he enjoys running long distances and making a joyful noise with his guitar.

Newsby Thomas McMahonSeptember 13, 2018

Man Accused of Firing Shot That Struck School Bus

Officials say two cars were shooting at each other, and one apparently missed the other car and hit the bus. One student is injured by debris.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonSeptember 13, 2018

‘Invisible Bus’ Presentation Spotlights School Bus Safety for Gas Company Drivers

Invited to address truck drivers and other staff at Intermountain Gas Co., an Idaho student transportation expert explains the importance of stopping for school buses.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonSeptember 10, 2018

Police: Student Makes False Bomb Threat on School Bus

After a threat is called in, the driver pulls over, and a bomb squad clears the bus. Massachusetts police say a student will be charged.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonSeptember 10, 2018

Special-Needs Students Safely Evacuated as School Bus Catches Fire

Fourteen students are on board when fire breaks out. The bus team begins the evacuation, and neighbors step in to help.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonAugust 30, 2018

Arizona Tabs VW Funds to Replace Old School Buses

The state plans to use two-thirds of its Volkswagen settlement money to buy around 300 new school buses in low-income communities.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonAugust 28, 2018

NAPT Reveals 2018 Conference Agenda

Workshops will cover such topics as school choice, employee retention, and school shootings. A live-action event will demonstrate school bus fires and evacuations.

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School Bus Fleet Blogby Thomas McMahonAugust 27, 2018

School Bus Drivers Take Heat for Closing Windows

In some parts of the country, school buses are back on the road amid high temperatures. Two recent incidents show what a touchy subject the use of bus windows can be when it comes to student conduct.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonAugust 24, 2018

HopSkipDrive Expands Ride Service for Kids to San Diego

After launching in Denver earlier this year, the app-based child transportation service broadens its coverage of California.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonAugust 23, 2018

After Demise of Dallas County Schools, Local Districts Launch New School Bus Operations

Some Dallas-area districts are now operating their own bus service, while others opt to outsource. Residents voted last year to shut down transportation provider Dallas County Schools.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonAugust 21, 2018

Change to School Bus Passing Law Sparks Concerns in Georgia

A state bill signed into law earlier this year modifies requirements for stopping for school buses and decreases fines for some violations.

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