Utah Rail Passengers Association
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The Utah Rail Passengers Association promotes the broader diversity of transportation options for residents of and visitors to Utah by educating citizens and policy makers about available transportation options.
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It's a little cold out there these days, especially in Michigan (you'll see). We are covering the Amtrak Board meeting, the results of a ridership survey, and all the news that's fit to print from around the country. See you onboard.
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December 5, 2025 at 10:26 PM
It's a little cold out there these days, especially in Michigan (you'll see). We are covering the Amtrak Board meeting, the results of a ridership survey, and all the news that's fit to print from around the country. See you onboard.
www.railpassengers.o... #HotlineFriday
www.railpassengers.o... #HotlineFriday
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Congratulations to SART co-chair Jesse Harasta on his appointment to the commission! www.ksat.com/news/local/2...
San Antonio City Council names 11 members of newly formed pedestrian and transportation safety commission
Membership appointments for a newly formed pedestrian and transportation safety commission made up of transportation advocates and practitioners from across the spectrum was approved by San Antonio Ci...
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December 5, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Congratulations to SART co-chair Jesse Harasta on his appointment to the commission! www.ksat.com/news/local/2...
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The Rhode Island Department of Transportation held its first of three public meetings this week to gather input on potential expansion and station upgrades.
Residents weigh in on expansion, improvements to RI train service | ABC6
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation is mulling big additions to state train service and is seeking public input on the matter.
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December 5, 2025 at 5:54 PM
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation held its first of three public meetings this week to gather input on potential expansion and station upgrades.
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Why does Glen of New Hope, Minnesota support passenger rail?
"It’s a no-brainer. Every city along the route with a stop benefits economically. It’s easy, efficient and a wonderfully pleasant way to travel."
"It’s a no-brainer. Every city along the route with a stop benefits economically. It’s easy, efficient and a wonderfully pleasant way to travel."
December 5, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Why does Glen of New Hope, Minnesota support passenger rail?
"It’s a no-brainer. Every city along the route with a stop benefits economically. It’s easy, efficient and a wonderfully pleasant way to travel."
"It’s a no-brainer. Every city along the route with a stop benefits economically. It’s easy, efficient and a wonderfully pleasant way to travel."
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A little late to this news, but Ohio's publicly-funded GoBus network is expanding its network with 4 new routes. Once complete, GoBus will reach 47 Ohio counties with affordable intercity bus service.
ODOT and HAPCAP Announce Expansion of GoBus Service
The upcoming expansion will double the service footprint, extending routes to Western and Northern Ohio.
www.transportation.ohio.gov
December 5, 2025 at 1:35 PM
A little late to this news, but Ohio's publicly-funded GoBus network is expanding its network with 4 new routes. Once complete, GoBus will reach 47 Ohio counties with affordable intercity bus service.
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Trained opera singer, folk guitarist, and beloved conductor. "I'll retire when it stops being fun!"
Celebrating 60 Years on the Rails: Legendary Amtrak Conductor Lenny Walker Marks 80th Birthday
Celebrating 60 Years on the Rails
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December 5, 2025 at 2:25 AM
Trained opera singer, folk guitarist, and beloved conductor. "I'll retire when it stops being fun!"
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The Long Bridge Project - a key initiative under Transforming Rail in Virginia - starts full construction on January 12th and extending through 2030, and temporary service adjustments will be implemented for Amtrak, VRE, and CSX.
For more:
For more:
VPRA announces service changes for Long Bridge Project construction | AJOT.COM
The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) announced plans for passenger rail service changes to accommodate the Long Bridge Project.
www.ajot.com
December 4, 2025 at 11:54 PM
The Long Bridge Project - a key initiative under Transforming Rail in Virginia - starts full construction on January 12th and extending through 2030, and temporary service adjustments will be implemented for Amtrak, VRE, and CSX.
For more:
For more:
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Citylab's Benton Graham travels from Dallas to Houston and takes a deep dive into the Lone Star State's passenger rail history and its frustrating "you can't get there from here" present.
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December 4, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Citylab's Benton Graham travels from Dallas to Houston and takes a deep dive into the Lone Star State's passenger rail history and its frustrating "you can't get there from here" present.
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Amtrak and NS's "Toys For Tots" holiday train will be rolling through New York State on December 13th.
Norfolk Southern and Amtrak team up with Toys for Tots for holiday train in New York - Trains
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. — Norfolk Southern, Amtrak, and the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Foundation will team up on Dec. 13 for the 26th run of their Holiday Train over the former Delaware & Hudson between Binghamton and Delanson, N.Y.
Since its inception, the Holiday Train partnership has collected hundreds of thousands of toys and brought holiday cheer to countless families
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December 4, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Amtrak and NS's "Toys For Tots" holiday train will be rolling through New York State on December 13th.
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A fascinating interactive look at what could be. www.cnn.com/interactive/...
What if the United States had high-speed rail?
High-speed rail is a proven alternative to gridlocked highways and overcrowded airports. CNN has reimagined a faster, more connected future for US commuters.
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December 4, 2025 at 1:43 AM
A fascinating interactive look at what could be. www.cnn.com/interactive/...
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It's officially the holiday season
Christmas tree lighting held at Union Station | FOX 5 DC
It's the happiest time of the year at Union Station! FOX 5's Marissa Mitchell was live for the annual Christmas tree lighting at one of D.C.'s biggest transportation centers.
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December 4, 2025 at 12:17 AM
It's officially the holiday season
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This composition had eluded me for nearly a decade, but yesterday I was finally able to capture it. A train rolled through just as the Duquesne Incline was crossing over the tracks in #Pittsburgh, creating a picture perfect winter scene. It was worth the hours and hours I've waited over the years.
December 3, 2025 at 2:06 PM
This composition had eluded me for nearly a decade, but yesterday I was finally able to capture it. A train rolled through just as the Duquesne Incline was crossing over the tracks in #Pittsburgh, creating a picture perfect winter scene. It was worth the hours and hours I've waited over the years.
Historic Utah train depot, left without passengers for nearly 3 decades, may see return to service www.sltrib.com/news/2025/12... via @sltrib.com and @joserdavila4.bsky.social
Historic Utah train depot, left without passengers for nearly 3 decades, may see return to service
The push is on to return passenger train service to one of Utah's iconic, historic depots.
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December 3, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Historic Utah train depot, left without passengers for nearly 3 decades, may see return to service www.sltrib.com/news/2025/12... via @sltrib.com and @joserdavila4.bsky.social
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We sent out a ridership survey to a number of our members & supporters last month - and our President + CEO Jim Mathews took the time to sort through over 1000 responses.
Read his thoughts here: www.railpassengers.o...
Read his thoughts here: www.railpassengers.o...
December 3, 2025 at 7:52 PM
We sent out a ridership survey to a number of our members & supporters last month - and our President + CEO Jim Mathews took the time to sort through over 1000 responses.
Read his thoughts here: www.railpassengers.o...
Read his thoughts here: www.railpassengers.o...
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Suspended since July due to a 6-foot deep and near 200-foot long trackside sinkhole, Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited service between Boston and Albany/Rensselaer has now been reinstated (a month earlier than originally planned).
Amtrak restores train service to Lake Shore Limited route
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December 3, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Suspended since July due to a 6-foot deep and near 200-foot long trackside sinkhole, Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited service between Boston and Albany/Rensselaer has now been reinstated (a month earlier than originally planned).
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We cannot thank you enough! Rail Passengers’ GivingTuesday Campaign was a phenomenal success. We are humbled by your generosity.
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December 3, 2025 at 2:00 PM
We cannot thank you enough! Rail Passengers’ GivingTuesday Campaign was a phenomenal success. We are humbled by your generosity.
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We're making good progress! With your help, AAWA can continue to advocate for improved rail options throughout the state. Please donate now at aawa.us/support/
Join, Renew or Donate to AAWA
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December 3, 2025 at 7:35 AM
We're making good progress! With your help, AAWA can continue to advocate for improved rail options throughout the state. Please donate now at aawa.us/support/
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Local advocacy at work – directly impacting individuals and communities across the country. Bravo!
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December 3, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Local advocacy at work – directly impacting individuals and communities across the country. Bravo!
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Couldn’t have said it better ourselves.
It’s not about the trains, but the people and communities who benefit from the train service. Donate today to join our GivingTuesday Campaign.
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It’s not about the trains, but the people and communities who benefit from the train service. Donate today to join our GivingTuesday Campaign.
www.railpassengers.o...
December 3, 2025 at 12:30 AM
Couldn’t have said it better ourselves.
It’s not about the trains, but the people and communities who benefit from the train service. Donate today to join our GivingTuesday Campaign.
www.railpassengers.o...
It’s not about the trains, but the people and communities who benefit from the train service. Donate today to join our GivingTuesday Campaign.
www.railpassengers.o...
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In Montana, distance and weather too often decide who can show up.
December 2, 2025 at 9:06 PM
In Montana, distance and weather too often decide who can show up.
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Today, on GivingTuesday, why should you choose Rail Passengers as the recipient of your support? We'll tell you why. People like Joe. Does his story resonate with you? Amtrak is an essential service to many individuals/communities across the country.
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December 2, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Today, on GivingTuesday, why should you choose Rail Passengers as the recipient of your support? We'll tell you why. People like Joe. Does his story resonate with you? Amtrak is an essential service to many individuals/communities across the country.
www.railpassengers.o...
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Arthur is just one of the reasons why we take our 58-year role as the national voice for passengers so seriously. Our work…YOUR work…is important. Frequent, reliable trains make communities wealthier, safer, more accessible, and more productive.
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December 2, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Arthur is just one of the reasons why we take our 58-year role as the national voice for passengers so seriously. Our work…YOUR work…is important. Frequent, reliable trains make communities wealthier, safer, more accessible, and more productive.
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Next year needs to mark not the end of the Second Rail Revolution, but its expansion. And that’s why we are working so hard across so many fronts to sustain the national commitment to trains that are frequent, reliable, and accessible to every American.
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December 2, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Next year needs to mark not the end of the Second Rail Revolution, but its expansion. And that’s why we are working so hard across so many fronts to sustain the national commitment to trains that are frequent, reliable, and accessible to every American.
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Happy Snow Day Ohio! Saving money on gas not going in to work today? Maybe donate to train advocacy work at All Aboard Ohio since it’s Giving Tuesday! allaboardohio.org/give
December 2, 2025 at 12:27 PM
Happy Snow Day Ohio! Saving money on gas not going in to work today? Maybe donate to train advocacy work at All Aboard Ohio since it’s Giving Tuesday! allaboardohio.org/give