Amtrak
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Massive Mixed-Use Project Planned Near North Philadelphia Amtrak Station
Two social impact-oriented developers are planning to construct a massive mixed-use project at the long-neglected site next to Amtrak’s North Philadelphia train station, writes Paul…
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As Amtrak Chases Pre-COVID Ridership, More Riders Are Taking Trains Over Planes
Domestic travel is still rebounding from the COVID-19 pandemic and while that continues to take shape, many travelers are opting to take trains over planes,…
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Feds Appear Likely to Approve Schuylkill River Reading to Philadelphia Passenger Train Project
The Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority is expected to secure grant funding from the Federal Railroad Administration for the re-establishment of passenger rail services between…
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Wall Street Journal: It Has Cost Amtrak $140M to Keep It’s Railroad Running While Continuing to Wait for Upgrades
It has been three years since Amtrak began its wait for the new Acela train fleet and it has cost the railroad $140 million-plus as…
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Philadelphia Roundup — Just Philadelphia Being Philadelphia
Philadelphia isn’t without its share of interesting stories about various people, establishments, and happenings across all parts of the city. The city is known for…
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“Euphonic and Chromatic Drift,” New Public Art Installation Makes it’s Way to 30th Street Station
New translucent panels can now be seen covering the windows inside the 30th Street Station in University City, writes Peter Crimmins at WHYY. The window…
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Philadelphia a Stop on Scenic Amtrak Route That Starts in Miami
Amtrak’s Silver Star route, which passes through Philadelphia, is the perfect way to tour around the country and enjoy the peak fall foliage season to…
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Massive Investment in Passenger Rail Could Transform Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor
The $75 billion plan to revive Amtrak by dramatically expanding passenger rail service could bring major positive changes to the Northeast Corridor, writes Angie Schmitt…
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SEPTA and Amtrak Plan to Restore Connecting Tunnel at 30th Street
As part of a federally funded renovation, SEPTA and Amtrak are planning to restore a tunnel that will reconnect their stations at 30th Street, write…
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