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Navigating Transportation in Connecticut: Train Travel, Part One 

Looking to save money, help the environment and travel while doing it? It’s time to hop onto the train. Welcome back to another edition of our series within “Under the Rock” on transportation options in Connecticut. Whether you’re a diehard fan or newbie, …

Person struck, killed by Amtrak train near SEPTA Cornwells Heights station: officials

CORNWELLS HEIGHTS, Pa. - Officials say a train fatally struck a victim in Bucks County, temporarily halting service for Amtrak and SEPTA Wednesday afternoon. What we know: SEPTA says a victim has died after being hit by an Amtrak train near the Cornwells …

Person hit and killed by an Amtrak train in Bensalem, Bucks County

Trains are moving again in Bucks County, a few hours after an Amtrak train hit and killed a person. Chopper 3 was over the scene near the Cornwells Heights Station in Bensalem. SEPTA service on the Trenton line was also suspended in both directions because …

Amtrak’s Vermonter celebrates 30th anniversary

ESSEX JCT., Vt. (WCAX) - Amtrak’s Vermonter is celebrating its 30th anniversary. “I love to ride it. It is great for just day trips. I have friends down in Brattleboro, where I used to live. So, I will ride to go down there, take it to business meetings to …

Marshall seeks to preserve historic Amtrak station

MARSHALL, Texas (KLTV) - The Marshall Depot Board, along with the city and Harrison County are working together on efforts to preserve the Amtrak station and historical museum. The Marshall City Council recently approved a committee aimed to sustain the …

Marshall seeks to preserve historic Amtrak station

I upgraded to first class on Amtrak. Here are 12 things that surprised me about the $273 trip.

Updated 2025-04-02T17:42:35Z I took a first-class train trip on an Amtrak Acela for the first time in 2022. Some things surprised me about the cabin like the abundance of drink options yet limited food. I was also surprised that only a handful of stations …

Amtrak Substituting Buses for Trains on Hiawatha, Other Routes

Get a daily rundown of the top stories on Urban Milwaukee An Amtrak Hiawatha train with Horizon coaches approaching downtown Milwaukee. Photo by Jeramey Jannene. The next time you book a train to Chicago, you might find yourself riding a bus. Last …

Amtrak service resumes after person struck by train in Bensalem; SEPTA Trenton Line still suspended

BENSALEM, Pa. (WPVI) -- A person was struck and killed by an Amtrak train in Bensalem on Wednesday. Amtrak train 2162 was traveling from Washington D.C. to Boston when a person trespassing on the track was was struck near the Cornwells Heights Station …

Amtrak, SEPTA Regional Rail service suspended between Philadelphia and Trenton after person struck

An Amtrak train struck a person near Cornwells Heights station on Wednesday. Service is temporarily suspended between Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Trenton, New Jersey on both the Amtrak Northeast Corridor train line and SEPTA's Regional Rail line.

Amtrak, SEPTA service impacted after person struck by train

Philadelphia hiring lifeguards, Street cleaning program underway and more headlines | Digital Brief Philadelphia hiring lifeguards, Street cleaning program underway and more headlines | Digital Brief 02:37 Service is suspended on Amtrak's Northeast …

WA: Amtrak announces it will resume limited North Cascades train service through Bellingham

Amtrak is restoring rail service to the popular North Cascades route between Seattle and Vancouver, B.C., nearly a week after removing almost all of its passenger train cars in the Northwest from service over safety concerns. Replacement cars will allow …

Some NJ Transit service will be disrupted in April for Amtrak repairs

Overhead wire issues and outdated rail infrastructure have plagued service on the Northeast Corridor — problems that crescendoed last summer, causing hundreds of delays and cancellations. NJ Transit's Raritan Valley service will be disrupted for about …

WA: Looking to ride Amtrak from Bellingham? You’ll have to catch a bus instead of the train

Amtrak removed almost all of its passenger train cars in the Northwest from service this week, turning the growing Cascades railroad corridor into a bus route indefinitely. The national passenger rail carrier cited safety concerns in a statement at its …

SRC: Expect visible progress on I-20 Amtrak route in the next 2-3 years

(KSLA) — Progress continues on the train route that will follow the Interstate 20 corridor between Texas and Mississippi, giving people an alternate way to travel. Amtrak announced it will provide a long-distance train ride impacting millions of people …

Metro-North adds weeknight trains for those staying late in NYC

Metro-North Railroad added two late night departures from Grand Central Terminal to its weeknight schedule this week to accommodate passengers who want to spend more time in New York City. One Harlem Line train departs Grand Central at 9:53 p.m. with …

Amtrak Cascades resumes service through Bellingham

BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Amtrak Cascades trains are rolling through Bellingham once again. Rail service resumed on Tuesday, April 1 between Seattle and Vancouver, B.C. after about a week of passengers being transported by bus. The suspension …

Amtrak adds trains back to Cascades route

Replacement cars will allow two trains to resume normal service Tuesday on the Amtrak Cascades route between Seattle and Vancouver, B.C., the rail carrier said in a statement. The first back in service will be #516 and #519, Amtrak said. “As additional …

Chicago Contractor Charged In $325K Amtrak Bribery Scheme

A Chicago-area contractor is charged with conspiracy to commit federal program bribery as part of a scheme to ply an Amtrak official with gifts totaling at least $325,000 in exchange for $52 million in change orders that nearly doubled the cost of the firm …

Journey Across Canada’s Wilderness Through 'Banovich' - A Stunning New Photographic Masterpiece

Experience Three Decades of Natural History and Personal Adventure in John Banovich’s Debut Book VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A breathtaking visual and literary exploration of Canada’s vast wilderness …

YOGA RETREAT 'FROM THE CRYPT' AT BUFFALO BILL’S HOUSE - THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS FILM LOCATION

Special Packages Available Weekend of May 16th - 18th PERRYOPOLIS, PA, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Want to master your down dog and get your tuck on at the same time? Buffalo Bill’s House, the real film location for The …

Constance Halaveli Maldives: Hospitality and Sustainable Harmony in the North Ari Atoll

Green Globe has awarded Constance Halaveli Maldives with its 10th Green Globe certification, earning the resort Platinum status membership. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Green Globe has awarded Constance Halaveli …

WaterWalk Hospitality Promotes Ariel Woodbury to Director of National Accounts

WaterWalk Hospitality is proud to announce the promotion of Ariel Woodbury to the newly created position of Director of National Accounts. WICHITA, KS, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WaterWalk Hospitality is proud to announce the …

EHMA'S 51ST AGM IN WARSAW INSPIRES PROGRESS AND COLLABORATION IN LUXURY HOSPITALITY

WARSAW, POLAND, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The European Hotel Managers Association (EHMA) held its 51st Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Warsaw, Poland, from 28 to 30 March 2025, uniting general managers and senior hospitality leaders …

Simplotel and Hotel-Spider Partner to Boost Direct Hotel Bookings

With Simplotel’s booking engine and Hotel-Spider’s distribution tech, hotels will be able to seamlessly offer the best prices and last-room availability. BENGALURU, KARNATAKA, INDIA, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Simplotel and Hotel-Spider …

Jervis Systems and Minut Announce Integration to Elevate Property Monitoring and Guest Experience

Property managers gain comprehensive insights into rental properties while maintaining guest privacy HERNDON, VA, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jervis Systems, a guest access and smart home automation solution, announced an …

Taiwan Tourism 3.0 Streetcar Makes a Grand Debut in Toronto!

TORONTO, April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- To promote its new tourism branding initiative “TAIWAN - Waves of Wonder”, the Taiwan Tourism Administration has launched a series of marketing campaigns across North America and is now reaching Toronto for the …

inCruises ahora ofrece los galardonados cruceros de Celestyal Cruises

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- inCruises se complace en anunciar que otra línea de cruceros se ha unido a su impresionante oferta: Celestyal Cruises, un líder galardonado en viajes por el Mediterráneo y el Golfo Arábigo, …

inCruises ora offre Celestyal Cruises, premiata linea di crociere

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- inCruises è lieta di annunciare che un'altra compagnia di crociere partner si è aggiunta alla sua straordinaria offerta: Celestyal Cruises, compagnia leader pluripremiata per i viaggi nel …

inCruises Now Offering Award Winning Celestyal Cruises

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- inCruises is pleased to announce that yet another cruise line partner has joined its impressive offering: Celestyal Cruises, an award-winning leader in Mediterranean and Arabian Gulf travel known …

TalentAlly Named Finalist for Two Digital Job Advertising Excellence Awards

CHICAGO, April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TalentAlly, a Professional Diversity Network, Inc. (NASDAQ: IPDN) company, and a leading inclusive recruitment solution and job board in the United States, announces a recognition as the finalist for two …

YMCA of the USA Competitive Swimming and Diving Announces 2025 Adolph Kiefer Youth Character Scholarship Award ...

CHICAGO, April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As part of its commitment to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, YMCA of the USA (Y-USA), the national resource office for the 2,600+ YMCAs across the country, partners with the Adolph …

Inspirato Unveils 2026 Luxury Travel Experiences

DENVER, April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Inspirato Incorporated (NASDAQ: ISPO), the premier luxury vacation club, announced the release of its 2026 Inspirato Only Experience offerings—an expanded collection of curated travel designed for those who …

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. and NCL Corporation Ltd. Announce Additional Exchangeable Notes Refinancing ...

MIAMI, April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH) (the “Company”) and NCL Corporation Ltd., a subsidiary of the Company (“NCLC”), announce that, in addition to the previously disclosed exchange entered into on April …

Villarreal Academy: The Only Official International Academy in Northeast Houston Offers Unique Pathways to Elite Soccer

Villarreal Houston Academy: The Only Official International Academy in Northeast Houston Offers Unique Pathways to Elite Soccer HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Villarreal Houston Academy, the only official international …

Sotherly Hotels Inc. Schedules First Quarter 2025 Earnings Release and Conference Call

WILLIAMSBURG, Va., April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sotherly Hotels Inc. (NASDAQ: SOHO) (the “Company”) announced that the Company will report financial results for the first quarter 2025 prior to the market opening on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. A conference …

Wine Fridge Superstore Celebrates One Year of Excellence in Wine Storage Solutions

LONDON , GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wine Fridge Superstore, a leading online retailer specialising in premium wine storage solutions, proudly marks its first anniversary this month. Over the past year, the …

Métis Crossing Invites Métis Artists to Contribute to The Lodge

Showcasing Métis Stories Through Original Art SMOKY LAKE, ALBERTA, CANADA, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Métis Crossing is calling on Métis artists to bring their creative vision to life within The Lodge at Métis Crossing. As Alberta’s …

Rise & Shine Industry Brunch Brings The June Motel Founders to Kamloops

An Exclusive Look at Kamloops’ Tourism Future, Featuring Keynote Speakers Sarah Sklash & April Brown KAMLOOPS, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tourism and hospitality professionals, entrepreneurs, and …