Editorial: ‘Impossible Line’ is just too impossible

A timeline should not give a pair of scissors the attention.

Maryland lawmakers could override governor veto to help businesses impacted by Purple Line

Small businesses impacted by Purple Line light-rail construction in Maryland might be receiving some relief soon.

NJ TRANSIT advances Raritan River bridge replacement project

On December 8, 2021, NJ TRANSIT issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the second Construction Contract GC.02 of the Raritan River Bridge Replacement Project.

Sound Transit

Sound Transit to close roads for Federal Way Link construction

Sound Transit announced this weekend that work on its Federal Way Link Extension in Kent, Wash. will require the closure of portions of 30th Avenue South and State Route 516.

Bells & Whistles—Dispute with town could force LIRR to build temp bridge

The top news stories RT&S was following this week.

MBTA completes Green Line D Branch track and signal replacement project

The MBTA announced the completion of the Green Line D Branch Track and Signal Replacement Project, enhancing safety, reliability, and resilience.

Snow sheds keep traffic moving on BNSF

For railroads operating in the northern parts of the United States and in Canada, winter snows always present a challenge. BNSF keeps trains moving with snowsheds in particular locations.

Utility pole placement could result in an unexpected temporary rail bridge on LIRR project

The Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) was not planning on this first with its Third Track Expansion Project.

Amtrak OIG says agency may be missing chances to broadly communicate potential risks on Pacific Surfliner route

Amtrak met regulatory obligations in response to bluff failures along its Pacific Surfliner route, but it could improve its awareness of potential operational risks by participating in ongoing discussions with regional stakeholders, an Amtrak Office of Inspector General report released Wednesday found.

Metrolinx selects Bechtel as delivery partner for Ontario Line

Metrolinx has selected Bechtel as the delivery partner for its Ontario Line. Sub-vendors will be Bantrel Co. and Comtech Group Inc.

Project Connect may close Austin’s Drag to car/bus traffic

The Drag in Austin, Texas, might be a strip for just light-rail cars to show off their speed.

Yonge North Subway Extension route has been refined according to Metrolinx CEO

Metrolinx president and CEO, Phil Verster, explains how input from communities has shaped design improvements to the northern section of the route.

Less than a month to nominate your rail bridge project for IBC award

The International Bridge Conference will once again honor a railroad bridge project during its awards night, which will happen during the conference June 17-20, 2022, at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh, Pa.

Read the December digital issue of RT&S

The December issue of RT&S features a story on how some railroads fought wildfires this past summer.

Altamont Corridor Express extension in Calif. receives second environmental clearance

The Altamont Corridor Express (ACE) extension project in California just received a significant stamp of approval.

Upcoming construction to affect Lakeshore East weekend GO train service

Important construction work is happening this weekend (Dec. 10-12) on the Lakeshore East Line.

Jim Morrison, P.E., P.Eng., joins STV as vice president, engineering chief for tunneling and geotechnical engineering

Jim Morrison, P.E., P.Eng., has joined STV as a vice president and engineering chief for tunneling and geotechnical engineering. In this role, Morrison will serve as a project lead and senior advisor on projects with geotechnical and tunneling elements.

Public will have a say on Sepulveda Transit Corridor Project alternatives

The public will have the opportunity to comment on the six alternatives for L.A. Metro’s Sepulveda Transit Corridor Project.

Everett officials outline their priorities for Sound Transit extension

City of Everett, Wash., officials are getting ready to submit a letter to Sound Transit outlining their concerns and priorities for an extension of light rail from Lynnwood to downtown Everett.

STV announces appointments to its senior leadership team

STV this week announced it has added two key members to its senior leadership team. Beth Miller has joined STV in the newly created position of vice president of communications, and Athena Ullah has been promoted to chief of staff.

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