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NJ Transit says it will no longer allow engineers to operate trains while under sleep apnea treatment
(Source: CBS New York, November 21, 2016) HOBOKEN, N.J. — NJ Transit announced Monday that it is no longer allowing its engineers to operate trains while they are being treated for sleep apnea. Full story: CBS New York
Amtrak Vacations launches 25 new rail packages
(Source: Travel Pulse, November 19, 2016) NEW YORK — With domestic U.S. travel on a healthy upswing, Amtrak Vacations has rolled out 25 new rail vacation packages, bringing its total number of offerings to about 350. Full story: Philadelphia Inquirer
Lake Forest gets another 60 days to offer feedback on Hiawatha rail projects
(Source: Pioneer Press, November 18, 2016) CHICAGO — The public comment period for a set of proposed projects along a rail line that runs through Lake Forest has been extended by 60 days. Full story: Chicago Tribune
Jaxport opens new rail terminal
(Source: Progressive Railroading, November 18, 2016) The Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT) has opened its new $30 million Intermodal Container Transfer Facility, port officials announced yesterday. Full story: Progressive Railroading
Amtrak Downeaster expands service thanks to layover facility
(Source: Associated Press, November 20, 2016) BRUNSWICK, Maine — The Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority is hosting a celebration to recognize expanded service to Freeport and Brunswick. Full story: Washington Times
More Thanksgiving travel this year on roads, rails, and in the air
(Source: Chicago Tribune, November 20, 2016) CHICAGO — The American Automobile Association expects the busiest travel season in nine years, with 1 million more Americans traveling this Thanksgiving compared with last year. AAA cites the improved economy as a major...
New steps taken to stabilize crude oil prior to shipment by rail
(Source: Press-Republican, November 20, 2016) PLATTSBURGH — A process has begun to ensure that crude oil shipped by rail is stabilized, which should reduce the risk of fire in the event of a derailment. Full story: Press-Republican
115 killed after train derails in north India
(Source: Associated Press, November 21, 2016) PUKHRAYAN, India — At least 115 people were killed when an overnight passenger train rolled off the track in northern India early Sunday, with rescuers working into the night to pull people out of the mangled coaches,...
Amtrak jumping into Black Friday with ‘Track Friday’ sale
(Source: Washington Post, November 21, 2016) WASHINGTON, D.C. — Black Friday is just a few days away and this year there’s good news for people looking travel deals on America’s railroad. For the first time ever, Amtrak is introducing Black Friday deals that could...
Santa Train brings communities together, spreads spirit of Christmas on 74th run
(Source: Times News, November 19, 2016) KINGSPORT, Tenn. — Saturday the Santa Train made its 74th annual, 14-stop trek from Shelby, Ky., to downtown Kingsport. Full story: Times News
