Severe Weather Causes Metro-North Railroad Clean-up

CROTON-ON-HUDSON, N.Y. – After a series of severe storms, Metro-North Railroad announced service changes on its Hudson Line.

Investigation into KC Streetcar Track Failure; Repairs Ongoing

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – After a KC Streetcar track failure earlier this week, crews begin making repairs on portion of track between Main Street Bridge over I-670.

Rail and Track Infrastructure Replacements Cause PATCO Schedule Adjustments

CAMDEN, N.J. – PATCO will replace rail and track infrastructure between Ferry Avenue and Broadway stations over eight weeks this summer.

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RTD Will Make Repairs During 20-Day Closure

DENVER, Colo. – RTD announces a repair of part of its L Line from July 10th to July 30th.

Koppers 2022 Corporate Sustainability Report Release

PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Koppers releases its 2022 Corporate Sustainability Report, outlining its sustainable products and strategies for its employees.

CTA Starts Forest Park Ranch Rebuild Next Month

CHICAGO – The Chicago Transit Authority announced their plans to start the first phase of the Forest Park Ranch Rebuild on its Blue Line.

Barrier Wall Construction Starts in San Clemente

SAN CLEMENTE, Calif. – Crews have started work on a barrier wall along San Clemente line that experienced a landslide earlier this year.

CSX Maintenance Team in South Carolina Celebrates 20 Years of No Injuries

LAURENS, S.C. – CSX Track Maintenance team in Laurens, South Carolina celebrates 20 years being injury-free.

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Metra Will Begin Project Work on Three Electric Stations in July

COOK COUNTY, Ill. – Metra begins work on three stations on its electric line as part of its Metro Electric Community Initiative.

MBTA Hosts Open House This Week to Discuss B Branch Closure and Upgrades

BOSTON – MBTA will host an open house this week regarding a 12-day closure of its B Branch to allow for track work in July.

Metra Said Tie Work Will Delay Midday Trains

CHICAGO – Metra announced this week that Union Pacific tie work will delay some trains by 30 minutes.

Temporary Wall to be Built Along Track in San Clemente

SAN CLEMENTE, Calif. – A temporary wall is slated to be built to protect the track from another landslide in San Clemente.

Understanding the Role of Human Factors in Railway Inspection

VANCOUVER, Canada –Presenting experts at Wheel/Rail Interaction 2022 made it clear that there’s more to inspection than meets the eye. Education and training can help reduce errors and improve inspection efficiency. 

Metrolinx Announces Service Upgrades to Several Stations

TORONTO – Metrolinx’s Barrie Line experiences construction this upcoming weekend.

MBTA Service Changes on Red, Green, and Orange Lines Allow Track Work to Take Place

MASSACHUSETTS – The MBTA announced in a press release service changes to their Red, Green, and Orange lines to allow track work to take place.

MDOT Announces Sumner Tunnel Closure in Boston

Boston – A MDOT press release details infrastructure improvements and travel impact this summer during scheduled Sumner Tunnel closure.

Rail Projects Are Rolling Down the Line

WASHINGTON – America is preparing to work on the railroad.

Amtrak Trains in Michigan Suspended for Two Months

MICHIGAN – Amtrak suspends several trains in Michigan for improvements.

Metrolinx Begins Improvements to Lakeshore West Line

TORONTO, Can. – Metrolinx plans for their Lakeshore West Line include starting plans for construction of a new train overpass this upcoming weekend.

Indian Railways to Use Double Locking Arrangement on Signaling Equipment After Collision

ODISHA, India – Indian Railways to secure the structure that covers the lever frame and signaling equipment with double locks.

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