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Man fatally struck by Amtrak train in Plaistow, police say

Man fatally struck by Amtrak train in Plaistow, police say PLAISTOW, N.H. —Plaistow Police are investigating after a man was found dead along train tracks on Thursday afternoon. According to police, the man was struck along the tracks near Blossom Road at …

Man fatally struck by Amtrak train in Plaistow, police say

Man fatally struck by Amtrak train in Plaistow, police say PLAISTOW, N.H. —Plaistow Police are investigating after a man was found dead along train tracks on Thursday afternoon. According to police, the man was struck along the tracks near Blossom Road at …

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Amtrak cancellations in Quincy expected to continue through end of August

QUINCY (WGEM) - Amtrak service to and from Quincy is experiencing interruptions that are expected to continue through the end of the month. Marc Magliari, senior public relations manager at Amtrak, confirmed to WGEM News that multiple trains had to be …

Wisconsin part of $140M grant to fund Amtrak locomotive improvements

(The Center Square) – The Wisconsin Department of Transportation and Amtrak were part of a $140 million grant of federal funds to overhaul 41 locomotives that serve the region. Those trains are part of Amtrak’s Midwest and Pacific Northwest routes, …

Amtrak to begin $242M rehabilitation of Dock Bridge on Northeast Corridor

One of the busiest and most critical rail crossings in the United States is about to undergo a major transformation as Amtrak prepares to begin a critical $242-million rehabilitation of the nearly century-old Dock BridgeDock Bridge Rehabilitation …

Staunton’s Amtrak station secures $15 million in rail funds

STAUNTON, Va. (WVIR) - Nearly $15.6 million in federal funding is being allocated toward upgrades to Staunton’s Amtrak station. The funding is part of a broader initiative to strengthen transportation infrastructure across the Commonwealth. Repairs to the …

Transportation: Amtrak Updating Locomotives, Buying New Equipment For Hiawatha

Get a daily rundown of the top stories on Urban Milwaukee Amtrak Hiawatha Service train. Photo by Jeramey Jannene. The locomotive fleet serving Amtrak’s Hiawatha Service line between Milwaukee and Chicago is getting an upgrade thanks to a $140 million …

Amtrak Embarks on New Study, Stoking Decade-Old Concerns as Old Lyme Officials Seek Answers

OLD LYME, CT – A decade after residents and elected officials mobilized in opposition to a plan for a high-speed rail bypass through Old Lyme’s historic Lyme Street, officials on the Old Lyme Historic District Commission (HDC) are urging vigilance as …

Amtrak service between Seattle, Portland resumes

SEATTLE - Following multiple extensions, the suspension of Amtrak Cascades service between Seattle and Portland has officially ended.  On Wednesday, all trains north of Seattle and south of Portland, except Train 500, resumed normal service.  Amtrak …

Amtrak's Mardi Gras Service Ridership Doubles Early Expectations

Gulf Coast passenger rail is drawing twice as many riders as expected in its first full year. Amtrak's Mardi Gras Service has carried nearly 150,000 riders between New Orleans and Mobile, with four stops along the Mississippi coast. “This route has …

Amtrak Mardi Gras train surpasses first year expectations in less than six months

The Amtrak’s Mardi Gras train along the Gulf Coast has had a better first year than expected, passing the first-year projections months ago and finishing the year with nearly four times the anticipated ridership. According to an article from ALdotcom, the …

Amtrak Mardi Gras service marks first anniversary

Rail News Home Amtrak 8/19/2026 Rail News: Amtrak The Mardi Gras connects New Orleans' Union Station with Mobile Station with twice-daily service. Photo – Shutterstock / Marcus E Jones Amtrak's Mardi Gras service marked its first …

Amtrak Cascades Train Service Returns Wednesday—

Passenger trains are returning to the Kelso station and the rest of Amtrak’s Cascades route. Amtrak has announced that after more than two weeks of bus replacement for some routes out of Kelso and other places, they will return to full service today. …

Amtrak Cascades to resume full service between Seattle and Portland after mill fire, demolition

All Amtrak Cascades routes except one will resume normal service today after a warehouse fire halted rail service between Seattle and Portland for weeks. “We are happy to report that the tracks north of Portland are opening,” wrote Amtrak Cascades in a …

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On Charlie Hamilton’s regular Amtrak rides from Seattle to Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, British Columbia, he passes some of the country’s most spectacular vistas: the Puget Sound coast and the Skagit Valley. On clear days, he can even see Mount Rainier …

Amtrak reopens New York’s East River Tunnel

Fourteen years after Superstorm Sandy rendered it inoperable, Amtrak reopened New York’s East River Tunnel Line 2 on Monday. The restoration process included several upgrades, including a new track and improved safety systems to the tunnel that carries …

Full Amtrak Cascades Train Service Returns Wednesday—Classic Hits 100.7 KLOG News

It’s now been almost three months since the May 26th chemical tank failure that killed 11 people at Nippon Dynawave in Longview. Now, work is being done to dismantle the tank and install temporary storage tanks as part of the process of potentially …

'We've heard you': Amtrak addresses concerns over Gunpowder River and Bush River bridge plans

HARFORD COUNTY, Md. — Dozens of people attended a public meeting in Joppatowne focused on Amtrak's plans to replace the aging Gunpowder River and Bush River bridges, both of which are more than 100 years old. Amtrak addresses concerns over Gunpowder …

Nomad eSIM Launches Five-Tier Membership Programme, Rewarding Travellers With Every Trip

New Nomad eSIM Membership programme gives frequent travellers up to 15% Points Back, free global data, exclusive discounts & additional referral rewards LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, August 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As travel becomes …

New Contest Will Honor Independent Mexican/Latin Restaurants That Serve Their Communities

This program honors Mexican/Latin restaurants that faithfully serve their communities CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, August 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Do you love an independent Mexican or Latin restaurant in your community? Then honor them …

Christ the Redeemer Signs Climate Certification Agreement with Green Initiative

Two of the most visited UNESCO World Heritage landscapes in Latin America are now formally linked — and committed to a measured, verified climate pathway. RIO DE JANEIRO, RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL, August 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This Friday, 21 …

Top 10 Expandable Container House Manufacturers in China 2026: A Buyer Procurement Benchmark

Exploring Leading Chinese Manufacturers Delivering Flexible, Rapid-Deployment Housing for Global Markets CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Guangdong, China – August 21, 2026 – Chinese exporters of expandable …

Cold Fronts Can Change Wildlife Activity Across Louisiana Swamps

NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cold fronts moving through South Louisiana can create noticeable changes in swamp environments, affecting animal movement, feeding patterns and the locations where certain species are …

Transportation Planning Becomes Important When Wedding Ceremonies and Receptions Are Held at Separate Locations

NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Weddings involving separate ceremony and reception locations create transportation considerations that can affect timing, guest movement, parking and the overall event …

Top Pool Disinfection System Manufacturer Advances Intelligent Water Treatment Solutions

GUANGZHOU, GUANGDONG, CHINA, August 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As swimming pools, water parks, spas, and wellness facilities place greater emphasis on water safety, operating efficiency, and intelligent management, the demand for reliable …

Huis Ten Bosch's Winter Is Reimagined! "The Starlight Million" & "European Holy Christmas"

Japan's No.1 illumination for 13 consecutive years reimagined: Millions of shimmering stars envelop a European townscape, a breathtaking new experience. SASEBO CITY, NAGASAKI, JAPAN, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Huis Ten Bosch, the …

Toronto Caribbean Carnival Comes to Windsor as WIDAFEST 2026 Opens

Canada’s largest Caribbean carnival joins WIDAFEST for a weekend of music, mas and carnival in Windsor, August 20–23. WINDSOR, ON, CANADA, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Windsor International Diaspora African Festival (WIDAFEST) opens this …

Baboo Travel Champions the Solocation Era with Custom, Regenerative Independent Travel

Baboo Travel champions the solocation era, offering 100% custom, regenerative solo trips designed by local experts that offset 110% of carbon emissions. DOVER, DE, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the travel landscape …

History Meets Endurance: Denmark’s Sjælland Region Set to Host 2026 Adventure Racing European Championship

The Montane Adventure Race will test elite teams on a technical course open for 48 hours, as they pass through 3 UNESCO World Heritage sites. BENTONVILLE, AR, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Adventure Racing World Series …

Nani Media House Opens Franchise Opportunity (Worldwide Distribution, International Airports, Newsstands and Bookstores)

Nani Media House (NMH), publisher of a portfolio of Good News titles built on success stories rather than conflict and crisis,opens applications worldwide. LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nani Media House ( …

'Voices in Print: New Jersey Black Women Printmakers Shaping the American Narrative' opens in Princeton September 4

Curated by Judith K. Brodsky and Rhinold L. Ponder, the exhibition features the work of 14 artists PRINCETON, NJ, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Morven Museum & Garden proudly announces the inaugural exhibition to open …

Academy Fields nabízí praktické kurzy event managementu s přístupem do prémiových míst a k odborníkům z oboru

Academy Fields nabízí kurzy event managementu s praxí, přístupem do prestižních míst a spoluprací s odborníky, které připravují studenty na kariéru v oboru. PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Academy Fields nadále …

The Studio Opens an AI Wedding Planning Platform With a Human Planner Behind It

The assistant drafts supplier enquiries in the supplier's own language, reads foreign contracts, but it hands over to humans when judgement or care is needed. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Best Events …

Nani Media House Opens Franchise Opportunity (Worldwide Distribution, International Airports, Newsstands and Bookstores)

Nani Media House (NMH), publisher of a portfolio of Good News titles built on success stories rather than conflict and crisis,opens applications worldwide. LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nani Media House (NMH), …

Nani Media House Opens Franchise Opportunity (Worldwide Distribution, International Airports, Newsstands and Bookstores)

Nani Media House (NMH), publisher of a portfolio of Good News titles built on success stories rather than conflict and crisis,opens applications worldwide. LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- London, United Kingdom— …

Nani Media House Opens Franchise Opportunity (Worldwide Distribution, International Airports, Newsstands and Bookstores)

Nani Media House (NMH), publisher of a portfolio of Good News titles built on success stories rather than conflict and crisis,opens applications worldwide. LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nani Media House (NMH), …

Hotel Indigo Bandung Dago Pakar Strengthens Its Position as a Lifestyle Destination in Bandung

Hotel Indigo Bandung Dago Pakar continues to elevate Bandung’s lifestyle scene with new experiences through 2026. BANDUNG, INDONESIA, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hotel Indigo Bandung Dago Pakar, part of the Luxury & Lifestyle …

Special Shawnee State Park Beer to Debut in Support of Pennsylvania Healthy Lands Week

Limited-run beer release by New Trail Brewing will support volunteer and conservation efforts of the PA Parks and Forests Foundation. BEDFORD COUNTY, PA, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pennsylvania Healthy Lands Week ( …