APRIL 2026: We mark the 50th anniversary of Conrail’s creation with special features exploring the railroad’s lasting impact. Discover how Conrail revitalized the Boston & Albany into a key corridor for New England intermodal traffic. Victor Hand concludes his three-part series on the United States Railroad Association and the work that paved the way for Conrail’s launch. Brock Kerchner and Wes Reminder revisit the glory days of the Conrail business train, while Managing Editor Otto Vondrak examines the evolution of Conrail’s logos and graphic design. All this and more in the April issue of Railfan & Railroad!

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Metra Donates F40C to Railroading Heritage of Midwest America

The last F40C locomotive on the Metra roster has been donated to Railroading Heritage of Midwest America in Silvis, Ill.

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New Railroad in Nunavut

Baffinland Iron Mines Corp. plans to construct a 93-mile railroad from Mary River to Steensby Port, in remote Nunavut, Canada.

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Conrail’s Boston Line

Conrail transformed the historic Boston & Albany route over the Berkshires into a vital link for New England traffic.

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Countdown to ConRail: Part 3

The conclusion of the United States Railroad Association story, leading up to conveyance to Conrail on April 1, 1976.

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Photo Line: A Preview of CRP&A’s Conversations 2026

The Center for Railroad Photography & Art’s annual conference visits Indianapolis from April 24 to 26, featuring yet another great lineup of railroad image makers.