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Opinion: California high-speed rail is needed, and new plan is practical
(Source: San Jose Mercury News, November 14, 2011) SAN JOSE, Calif. — High-speed rail is the best way to meet California's growing infrastructure demands — rather than betting on a future of more freeways and runways. Full story: San Jose Mercury News
Amtrak service returns to Minot for first time since June
(Source: Minot Daily News, November 15, 2011) MINOT, N.D. — When Amtrak's westbound "Empire Builder" from Chicago pulls into Minot today it will be the first time passengers can board and leave the train since June. Passenger service was discontinued for several...
Amtrak service returns to Minot for first time since June
(Source: Minot Daily News, November 15, 2011) MINOT, N.D. — When Amtrak's westbound "Empire Builder" from Chicago pulls into Minot today it will be the first time passengers can board and leave the train since June. Passenger service was discontinued for several...
Metra board approves 25% fare hike
(Source: Chicago Sun-Times, November 12, 2011) CHICAGO — The Metra board Friday approved a fare hike package that will increase the cost of commuting on Metra trains an average of 25 percent starting in February. Full story: Chicago Sun-Times
Metra board approves 25% fare hike
(Source: Chicago Sun-Times, November 12, 2011) CHICAGO — The Metra board Friday approved a fare hike package that will increase the cost of commuting on Metra trains an average of 25 percent starting in February. Full story: Chicago Sun-Times
SE Colorado railroaded and intends to stay that way
(Source: Pueblo Chieftain, November 12, 2011) LA JUNTA, Colo. — Small towns across Southeastern Colorado and in surrounding states are trying to form a coalition to keep an Amtrak passenger train from leaving the area. Full story: Pueblo Chieftain
SE Colorado railroaded and intends to stay that way
(Source: Pueblo Chieftain, November 12, 2011) LA JUNTA, Colo. — Small towns across Southeastern Colorado and in surrounding states are trying to form a coalition to keep an Amtrak passenger train from leaving the area. Full story: Pueblo Chieftain
Possible cuts to Amtrak a threat to Downeaster route
(Source, Exeter News-Leader, November 13, 2011) EXETER, N.H. — There is growing concern among public transportation groups that the Amtrak Downeaster could be in danger because of possible federal funding cuts. Full Story: www.seacoastonline.com
Possible cuts to Amtrak a threat to Downeaster route
(Source, Exeter News-Leader, November 13, 2011) EXETER, N.H. — There is growing concern among public transportation groups that the Amtrak Downeaster could be in danger because of possible federal funding cuts. Full Story: www.seacoastonline.com
Norfolk Southern buying land for Va. intermodal yard
(Source: Roanoke Times, November 14, 2011) ROANOKE, Va. — Norfolk Southern Corp. must acquire acres of farmland to realize its dream of building a freight station near Roanoke, Va. The railroad has so far bought 32 acres from four owners, while 45.8 acres remain to be...
Norfolk Southern buying land for Va. intermodal yard
(Source: Roanoke Times, November 14, 2011) ROANOKE, Va. — Norfolk Southern Corp. must acquire acres of farmland to realize its dream of building a freight station near Roanoke, Va. The railroad has so far bought 32 acres from four owners, while 45.8 acres remain to be...
Passenger coalition seeks funding approval for Amtrak, high-speed rail
(Source: Progressive Railroading, November 11, 2011) Wednesday, the National Association of Railroad Passengers (NARP) sent a letter to House and Senate negotiators in conference on a bill that will decide the fiscal-year 2012 budget for Amtrak and the national...
Passenger coalition seeks funding approval for Amtrak, high-speed rail
(Source: Progressive Railroading, November 11, 2011) Wednesday, the National Association of Railroad Passengers (NARP) sent a letter to House and Senate negotiators in conference on a bill that will decide the fiscal-year 2012 budget for Amtrak and the national...
Santa Claus makes annual train ride on CSX
(Source: Kingsport Times-News, November 14, 2011) KINGSPORT, Tenn. — Co-sponsored by CSX Transportation, the Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce, Food City and Kids Wish Network, the Santa Train is a history-steeped tradition that each year heralds the Christmas...
Santa Claus makes annual train ride on CSX
(Source: Kingsport Times-News, November 14, 2011) KINGSPORT, Tenn. — Co-sponsored by CSX Transportation, the Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce, Food City and Kids Wish Network, the Santa Train is a history-steeped tradition that each year heralds the Christmas...
Railroads attempt to get a better handle on positive train control implementation
(Source: Progressive Railroading magazine, November 2011 issue) With the federally mandated implementation deadline a little more than four years away, dozens of U.S. freight and commuter railroads continue to work on multiple fronts to develop, test and implement...
Railroads attempt to get a better handle on positive train control implementation
(Source: Progressive Railroading magazine, November 2011 issue) With the federally mandated implementation deadline a little more than four years away, dozens of U.S. freight and commuter railroads continue to work on multiple fronts to develop, test and implement...
Rail supporters get back on track with Amtrak victory
(Source: The Hill, November 12, 2011) WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rail supporters scored a victory this week after a year spent mostly in retreat when the chairman of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Rep. John Mica (R-Fla.), backed off a push to privatize...
Rail supporters get back on track with Amtrak victory
(Source: The Hill, November 12, 2011) WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rail supporters scored a victory this week after a year spent mostly in retreat when the chairman of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Rep. John Mica (R-Fla.), backed off a push to privatize...
11-11-11 brings hopes of good luck
(Source: Associated Press, November 11, 2011) NEW YORK — From China to New York, place your bets! Tie the knot! Make a wish! Friday marked the 11th day of the 11th month of 2011. Around the world, people celebrated the triple convergence of 11s with a splash. Full...
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