Major questions remain about the project, though, such as its cost and its environmental impact.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Central Maine not included in Amtrak’s 2035 vision plan. What does that mean for future regional passenger rail service?
Experts say future not totally bleak, even if central Maine is not part of the passenger rail giant’s long-range plan.
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Maine Voices: Intercity passenger rail could solve many of Maine’s problems
The state should not turn rail corridors into recreational trails and miss a historic opportunity.
Posted inTimes Record
In photos: Wiscasset-area narrow gauge railroad hosts winter event
Steve Piwowarski, marketing director for the museum, said the museum’s “steam and sleigh” event was created to engage the community and help people enjoy the outdoors safely during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: It is the perfect time for putting Maine on the move
It’s time to explore how state and federal government and private investors can join forces to fund commuter rail between Lewiston-Auburn and Portland.
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Opinions differ on potential impact as Waterville rail yard is sold to CSX
CSX Corp., the freight rail system whose tracks cross nearly every state east of the Mississippi River, is buying Pan Am Railways, extending its network into northern New England.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Maine’s infrastructure gets a C- from civil engineers
Slightly better than the nation’s average D+ grade, Maine’s roads, bridges, wastewater plants are still in dire need of upgrades, according to the American Society of Civil Engineers.
Posted inLocal & State
State to demolish part of historic train trestle in Portland
The span, which is visible from Interstate 295, has been eyed by both trail and rail advocates but has fallen into ‘critical’ condition after being damaged by fire in 1984, according to the state.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Amtrak Downeaster resumes partial service to Boston
PORTLAND — After a two-month suspension due to coronavirus health concerns, the Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority has resumed Amtrak Downeaster service this week. Service will still be limited to one round trip on weekdays between Brunswick and Boston. The train will leave Brunswick at 4:15 a.m., making stops in Freeport at 4:28 a.m, […]
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Downeaster service temporarily suspended
PORTLAND — The Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority has temporarily suspended Amtrak Downeaster passenger rail service. The suspension will remain in effect through at least April 30 when the governor’s emergency declaration related to the coronavirus outbreak is set to expire. “The railroad tracks are still active. Freight trains will continue to operate, as […]