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August 1, 2024

Government Sues NS Over Amtrak Delays

This week the Justice Department accused Norfolk Southern of violating federal law by regularly delaying Amtrak trains.

July 31, 2024

Last week, the MBTA Board of Directors approved a $54 million plan to bring battery-electric train service to the Fairmount line.

July 30, 2024

Ottensmeyer was the final Kansas City Southern CEO before the CPKC merger in 2023.

July 29, 2024

Non-profit takes possession of historic Boston & Maine trains, says move to Conway will happen in “near future.”

July 26, 2024

Devastating wildfire impacts rail service around Jasper, Alberta.

July 25, 2024

On Saturday, July 27, the museum will kick off its 40th anniversary with tours of the New Haven ‘Roger Williams’ train.

July 24, 2024

Prairie Dog Central 4-4-0 3 was built in Scotland in 1882 and has led excursions in Winnipeg since the 1970s.

July 23, 2024

A coal train derailed near Bennet, Neb., in April. Now BNSF police say it was caused by a 17-year-old.

July 22, 2024

VIA begins looking at replacing iconic Budd steamliners that have been used since the mid-20th century.

July 19, 2024

New Hampshire tourist railroad plans to operate special excursions, photo freight on former Boston & Maine branch.