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Published on Jul 9, 2025

Maryland transportation secretary stepping away from state service

Maryland's transportation secretary is leaving state service, the governor's office announced Wednesday.Paul Wiedefeld, a longtime transportation and transit leader, is stepping away from state service on Aug. 1."Our state is grateful for Paul …

Source: WBAL TV - Maryland - Neutral
Published on Jul 10, 2025

Wiedefeld to leave MDOT on Aug. 1

Citing a desire to step back from the demands of a public servant and possibly turn his attention toward consulting as he nears his 70th birthday, Paul Wiedefeld, who has served as secretary of the Maryland Department of Transportation since early 2023, …

Source: Business Monthly - Maryland - Pending
Published on Jul 10, 2025

Will statewide commuter rail service happen in Delaware? A study waits for federal approval

Delaware is exploring a new passenger rail line, the Diamond State Line, connecting Wilmington to southern Maryland. The project is in its early stages, awaiting federal approval for a feasibility study. A timeline for completion is uncertain, dependent on …

Source: The News Journal - Delaware - Pending
Published on Jul 10, 2025

Md. transportation secretary to exit, as governor loses another Cabinet member

By Hannah Gaskill, Baltimore Sun (TNS) Maryland Gov. Wes Moore announced Wednesday that Maryland Department of Transportation Secretary Paul Wiedefeld will step down from his position, effective Aug. 1 — yet another departure from his executive Cabinet. “ …

Source: Penn Live - Pennsylvania - Center-left
Published on Jul 10, 2025

Everything You Need To Know About CIAA, The Nation’s Oldest Historically Black Athletic Conference

An annual tradition and highly anticipated gathering of college students, athletes, and sports enthusiasts, the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) is the nation’s oldest Historically Black Athletic Conference, and a celebration of Black …

Source: Travel Noire - Neutral
Published on Jul 9, 2025

The Troubling Drug-Transit Convergence

The expansive U.S. rail network—long a symbol of economic development and connectivity—is increasingly being exploited for the transportation and distribution of illicit narcotics. Rail transit systems are both vital public resources and vulnerable …

Source: Police Chief Magazine - Center-left
Published on Jul 9, 2025

Lightning ignites house fire in Montgomery County, storms bring down trees causing road closures

A lightning strike caused a house fire in Montgomery County, but firefighters extinguished it. WASHINGTON — Officials across the DMV reported widespread damage, causing road closures and ground delays at multiple airports Tuesday evening. Damage: In …

Source: WUSA 9 - Washington D.C. - Neutral
Published on Jul 9, 2025

Lightning ignites house fire in Montgomery County, storms bring down trees causing road closures

A lightning strike caused a house fire in Montgomery County, but firefighters extinguished it. WASHINGTON — Officials across the DMV reported widespread damage, causing road closures and ground delays at multiple airports Tuesday evening. Damage: In …

Source: WUSA 9 - Washington D.C. - Neutral

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Published on May 11, 2025 - 17:00 GMT

10 Years After the Amtrak Train 188 Deadly Derailment, Trial Lawyers Thomas R. Kline, Robert J. Mongeluzzi, and Benedict ...

PHILADELPHIA, May 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- For most commuters, including passenger rail commuters, Monday, May 12th, will be just another start of the work week. But for many others, especially those who lost family members (eight passengers were …

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Published on April 23, 2025 - 13:30 GMT

ManhattanBNB Launches 'Penn Pal' to Help Travelers Catch Last-Minute Train Deals

Penn Pal’s unique alert system helps travelers score surprise Amtrak discounts and embrace last-minute travel with ease. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ManhattanBNB, the vacation rental upstart focused on elevating the …

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Published on April 16, 2025 - 16:01 GMT

Florida Man Indicted on Weapons Offenses After Bringing Firearms, Including a Booby-Trapped Semi-Automatic Rifle, on ...

TRENTON – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ) announced today that a Florida man has been indicted for aggravated assault, endangering others, and multiple weapons offenses, including possession of assault weapons …

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Published on December 23, 2024 - 15:51 GMT

Amtrak Selects STV Joint Venture with AECOM for Transformative Sawtooth Bridges Replacement Project

Newark, NJ, Dec. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- STV, a leading professional services firm that plans, designs and manages infrastructure projects across North America, today announced Amtrak selected Sawtooth Partners, its joint venture led by AECOM, to …

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Published on November 22, 2024 - 18:07 GMT

Amtrak Empire Service Back In Time For Travel Season

Governor Kathy Hochul, Amtrak and the New York State Department of Transportation today announced a restoration of Amtrak’s Empire Service that will aid passengers during the upcoming holiday and winter travel seasons. Following a letter sent by Governor …

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Published on November 22, 2024 - 07:01 GMT

H.R. 8692, The Amtrak Transparency and Accountability for Passengers and Taxpayer Act

H.R. 8692 would require Amtrak to hold open meetings in accordance with current requirements for most federal agencies. Because Amtrak is considered a nonfederal entity, CBO estimates that enacting H.R. 8692 would have no effect on the federal budget. The …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 14:23 GMT

Restoring the Amtrak Empire Service

Governor Kathy Hochul today sent a letter to senior executives at Amtrak urging them to restore the canceled Empire Service, which serves 2 million passengers in New York State per year. The Governor emphasized her support for the maintenance work, but …

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Published on November 4, 2024 - 22:24 GMT

Press Release: Congressional Delegation, RIDOT and Amtrak Kick Off Providence Station State of Good Repair Project

RHODE ISLAND, November 4 - U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse, Congressman Seth Magaziner, Congressman Gabe Amo, and Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) Director Peter Alviti, Jr. today gathered with Amtrak leadership and other …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 20:20 GMT

Weaver Films Launches 'Arkansas Love Story' Campaign, Offering Complete Wedding and Engagement Film Package Giveaway

Arkansas filmmaker launches $4,797 wedding & engagement film giveaway, introducing engagement films as new service to Arkansas couples through contest campaign. LITTLE ROCK, AR, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Weaver Films …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 18:57 GMT

Grand Miramar Offers Wellness Retreat at The View Spa in Puerto Vallarta

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Grand Miramar All Luxury Suites & Residences invites wellness travelers to elevate their minds, bodies, and spirits at its signature wellness retreat, The View Spa, an oasis of …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 17:42 GMT

Blue Box Auction Gallery Announces the Second Installment of The Professor’s Collection

A global auction event featuring rare Asian sculptures and fine objects assembled over a lifetime of academic study and cultural exploration NORFOLK, VA, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Blue Box Auction Gallery announces the …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 16:21 GMT

Midwest Cartz, LLC Recognized as a Top Golf Cart Dealership for New, Used, and Custom Golf Carts

Midwest Cartz, LLC earns recognition for excellence in new, used and custom golf carts across southwest Florida. FORT MYERS, FL, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Midwest Cartz, LLC has been ranked as one of the top golf cart …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 16:19 GMT

Tepic/Riviera Nayarit Airport Expands Global Reach with New International Routes from Canada and U.S.

TEPIC, NAYARIT, MEXICO, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TEPIC, Nayarit – The Tepic/Riviera Nayarit International Airport is expanding its global footprint with the addition of three new international air routes and the inaugural flight …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 15:15 GMT

Outsourcing Bookkeeping Services assists Travel Firms to Improve Financial Operations

IBN Technologies helps U.S. travel companies improve financial clarity and efficiency through outsourcing bookkeeping services. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the U.S. travel industry continues its recovery and …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Japan Travel Concierge: NANIKOKO's 3 Travel Plans to Boost Satisfaction for Japan-Bound Visitors

Expanding into New Markets: Meeting Independent Travel Needs with a Balance of Flexibility and Safety SETAGAYA, TOKYO, JAPAN, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MiteConnect Inc. (Location: Okusawa, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Erina Sawashi) operates …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Professional Services Automation Optimizes Tour Scheduling for Travel Firms in USA

Tour scheduling and vendor coordination improve in U.S. travel firms with professional services automation tools. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- U.S. travel companies are modernizing their tour scheduling systems to …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 14:37 GMT

Home-Based Travel Agent Enterprise GlobalTravel.com Celebrates Its 31st Anniversary

WINTER PARK, FL, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- After several decades of helping travel enthusiasts all over the country pursue their passion for exotic international locales as a career, independent travel agent enterprise …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 13:26 GMT

FlightHelp and Discover Cars Announce Exclusive Travel Partnership to Enhance Customer Experience

NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FlightHelp, the AI-powered travel disruption support platform, today announced a new partnership with Discover Cars, a leading global car rental booking service. Under the …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 13:17 GMT

Nantucket Announces Settlement with GE Vernova Over Wind Turbine Blade Failure

NANTUCKET, MA, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Town and County of Nantucket (“Nantucket”) today announced a definitive settlement agreement with GE Vernova for $10.5 million dollars to compensate the Town and local …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Monte Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort Achieves Green Globe Platinum Certification for Second Year

For a second year, the Monte Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort has been awarded the prestigious Green Globe Platinum certification. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For a second year, the Monte Carlo Bay Hotel …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Japanese Festival Event "OMATSURI EXPO" to be Hosted on Awaji Island, July 19-21

Celebrating Japanese regional festival cultures, the event is part of the "AWAJI EXPO ROAD" project running concurrently to Expo 2025 AWAJI CITY, HYOGO PREFECTURE, JAPAN, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pasona Group Inc., official …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 12:30 GMT

An Original Immersive Theater Experience Debuts Inside JAMNOLA: “Six Frenchmen” Premieres July 22–25

“Six Frenchmen” blends history, humor, and hauntings in a bold new immersive theater experience. NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A bold new immersive theater experience is coming to New Orleans this July—and it’s …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 12:23 GMT

Baby Car Seat Demand Surges Globally, Market to Grow at 7.4% CAGR by 2033

WILMINGTON, NEW CASTLE, DE, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Allied Market Research published a report, titled, “Baby Car Seat Market by Product (Infant Car Seat, Combination Car Seat, Booster Car Seat, and Convertible Car Seat …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 12:06 GMT

Statewide expedition completes first week

South Carolina leaders have high praise for SC7-SCDNR partnership, leadership GREENVILLE, SC, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- South Carolina 7 (SC7) together with its 2025 partnering agency, the S.C. Department of Natural …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Braven Bar Goes All-in for Prime Day Finale — 30% Off Energy Bar Variety Packs

From rugby fields to cycling, the chewy energy bar that powered a generation is on Amazon — and it’s 30% off until midnight SCOTTSDALE, AZ, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Braven Bar was built for function — the kind of real- …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

KC Sunshine’s Pushes Last Minute Prime Day Deals For Gluten Free Shoppers

Everything you want in a cookie. Nothing you don’t. Final day to save. GREENSBORO, NC, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- While many gluten free cookies lack the flavors and authenticity of traditional favorites, KC Sunshine’s …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 10:51 GMT

Zypto Launches Global Crypto Mobile Top‑Ups - Keeping People Connected with the Power of Blockchain

Zypto debuts crypto mobile top-ups: reload prepaid cellphone airtime in 170 countries using 100+ self-custody coins—no bank required. ŁóDź, ŁÓDZKIE, POLAND, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Zypto has just announced the release of Zypto Crypto …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 10:45 GMT

Embraces the Joy of Missing Out: How Vacation Ownership Aligns with the Rise of JOMO Travel

MYRTLE BEACH, SC, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an era where travelers are increasingly seeking depth over checklists, the trend of JOMO Travel — the Joy of Missing Out — is gaining momentum. This "soft travel" movement …

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