The "Gorkovskaya" metro station in St. Petersburg will be closed during peak hours on weekdays starting from October 21st. This is due to the ongoing repairs of the escalator. The station's vestibule will be closed for entry from 08:10 to 09:50 and will have restricted entry from 17:00 to 19:00. The actual timing may be adjusted depending on passenger flow, so it is advised to plan travel routes in advance.
For commuters traveling to nearby metro stations from "Gorkovskaya," alternative transportation options include bus routes № 46 and 76 and tram route № 40 to reach "Petrogradskaya" station, and bus route № 28 and tram routes № 3 and 6 to reach "Ploshchad Lenina" station.
The repairs of the escalator at the "Ploshchad Vosstaniya" station will continue until October 21st, affecting the travel plans of passengers. The metro authorities started looking for a contractor for the repair works from September and estimate that the repairs will be completed by November 26, 2026 without fully disrupting the station's operations.
Meanwhile, the Olga Berggolts School in St. Petersburg has temporarily lost its protected status. Additionally, Hansa Group has announced plans to construct an administrative building for "Severstal" in Cherepovets. An emergency landing was performed at Pulkovo Airport due to a passenger's health issue. The next decision regarding the key rate is currently undecided according to Nabiullina, the head of the central bank.
