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Railroad Talks Stall, So Biden Likely to Pick Review Board
A strike, which wouldn’t be allowed unless the presidential board fails and Congress refuses to intervene in the dispute, could prove disastrous for the fragile supply chain that is still struggling to recover from the worker shortages during the pandemic.
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New England Train Rides Among Those Ranked Most Scenic on the East Coast
The East Coast offers an array of popular tourist destinations that both attract visitors and entertain locals. One way to explore the coast is by immersing oneself in its scenery, and train rides are a great way to do so — particularly in New England. In a ranking published to TheTravel.com, the ninth most scenic ride on the East Coast…
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Why Freight Railroads Are So Successful in the U.S.
The United States lags behind the rest of the world when it comes to passenger trains but when it comes to the freight railroad the U.S. is dominating.
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Passenger Rail Sees Historic Spending as Amtrak's Downeaster Turns 20
Twenty years after Amtrak’s first Downeaster set off into darkness and uncertainty on a cold December morning, there’s light at the end of the tunnel when it comes to passenger rail expansion projects thanks to the $1 trillion federal infrastructure bill. Rail service is getting its biggest boost since Amtrak’s creation — including the lion’s share of up to...