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Bill to put commuters on NJ Transit board passes state senate
(Source: www.nj.com, December 22, 2016) NEWARK, N.J. — Commuters are closer to having two of their fellow riders represent them on NJ Transit's Board of Directors. Full story: www.nj.com
Editorial: Va. project could bring rail improvements
(Source: Editorial in the Free Lance-Star, December 21, 2016) FREDERICKSBURG, Va. — Unlike their neighbors in area counties, Fredericksburg officials are taking a wait-and-see approach when it comes to plans to build another set of tracks through the region for...
Residents, Chicago-area officials push for more study on Hiawatha line expansion
(Source: Pioneer Press, December 21, 2016) CHICAGO — Officials and residents in Lake Forest and other North Shore communities affected by a project that would increase Amtrak service on the Hiawatha line between Milwaukee and Chicago are calling for a comprehensive...
Schumer asks CSX to cooperate on Hudson development
(Source: Albany Times Union, December 21, 2016) ALBANY, N.Y. — U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer wants CSX to work with the city of Hudson to enable a $25 million redevelopment project. Full story: Albany Times Union
Teamster Osco pharmacists secure strong contract
(Source: International Brotherhood of Teamsters press release, December 20, 2016) SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine — Pharmacists at Shaw’s grocery stores in 15 locations throughout Maine have signed a collective bargaining agreement with their employer, as members of Teamsters...
Texas high-speed rail plan suffers eminent domain setback in court
(Source: Fort Worth Star-Telegram, December 21, 2016) FORT WORTH, Texas — Supporters of a proposed high-speed rail line from Houston to Dallas will have to prove in court that they have the power under Texas law to enter private property and conduct land surveys for...
SEPTA spent $423,000 on labor negotiations surrounding TWU strike in November
(Source: Philadelphia Business Journal, December 22, 2016) PHILADELPHIA — SEPTA spent $423,388 on outside labor counsel to handle negotiations with Transport Workers Union Local 234 (TWU) over the five-year contract agreed to after a six-day strike in November. Full...
Initial planning starts for Chicago-Columbus passenger rail corridor, but Columbus not on board
(Source: Columbus Underground, December 21, 2016) COLUMBUS, Ohio — The plan to build a high-speed rail corridor connecting Columbus and Chicago took a small step forward yesterday, although Columbus’ level of involvement in the project is in question. Full story:...
NTSB asks GPS makers to add railroad crossing data to apps
(Source: Land Line Magazine, December 21, 2016) GRAIN VALLEY, Mo. — A deadly crash involving a commuter train and a pickup hauling a trailer has prompted the nation’s top safety review board to recommend that GPS and route-planning services incorporate information...
Metrolink continues PTC testing
(Source: Press Enterprise, December 20, 2016) RIVERSIDE, Calif. — Through the week of Jan. 6, Metrolink will be testing tracks along the San Bernardino Line at night for positive train control. During the test, residents may hear train engine horns and noise from...
