The pickup ‘went through the gate’ Monday afternoon and ended up on the tracks in Haverhill, Massachusetts.
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Amtrak Downeaster bound for Brunswick strikes vehicle in Massachusetts
The train’s passengers were transferred to another train and some Amtrak service later in the day was canceled.
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Passenger rail receives historic funding as Downeaster turns 20
In Maine, municipal leaders want to see the Boston-to-Brunswick service expanded to other parts of the state, and a bill signed by the governor would study the issue.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, Local & State, News
As Downeaster nears a milestone birthday, questions arise about its future
While politicians favor expanding the train service, COVID has changed riding habits, perhaps permanently. Expenses and emissions also warrant consideration.
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Mass transit recovery lagging in Maine as officials debate solutions
Some regional planners think the only way to get riders back and attract new ones is to invest in transit expansion and innovation.
Posted inTimes Record
Maine passenger train ridership rebounds as pandemic restrictions ease
Ridership on the Downeaster is expected to break 20,000 this month, a level not seen since COVID-19 hit.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, The Forecaster
Amtrak Downeaster to return to pre-pandemic level of service
The Amtrak Downeaster will increase service and implement a new schedule on May 3, restoring five daily round trips between Brunswick and Boston. The Downeaster has been offering four daily round-trips since July 2020. The expanded schedule will include a new southbound train which will depart Brunswick mid-morning each day, as well a new northbound […]
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Amtrak Downeaster to resume full service in May
The popular passenger rail service will resume 5 daily round trips and adjust its schedule to add midday trips to and from Boston.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Southern Maine bus, train and ferry operators team up for COVID-19 safety campaign
Southern Maine’s eight transit operators have launched a educational campaign about traveling safely on public transportation during the pandemic. A website, TransitTogether.org, has been created to provide information about proven safety protocols each agency has in place and general information about transit safety. The website also features an interactive map and regional schedules. The Greater […]
Posted inTimes Record
As Maine relaxes travel restrictions, passenger rail service may see a boost
As of now, the Downeaster Boston-to-Brunswick rail line is transporting roughly 15% of the riders they were prior to the pandemic.