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Friday, May 10

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Amtrak sale: Get up to 30% off tickets for summer train travel

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Amtrak’s summer sale is here: The rail operator is offering up to 30% off coach and Acela business-class fares through August, with one-way coach fares starting at $14. You must book by May 16 for travel from June 1 through Aug. 30. Deal…

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Amtrak wants to build a bullet train in Texas. Could it kickstart a rail revolution?

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The project would cut the Dallas-to-Houston trip to 90 minutes. It’s one of a few high-speed rail projects that’s been getting attention lately.

Thursday, May 9

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The Jet vs. Amtrak: What is the best way to get between New York City and Washington, DC?

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When planning a recent weekend trip from my home in New York City to Washington, D.C., I was delighted by the many transportation options to choose from. But the more I looked at the options, the more I began to wonder which option was the…

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'I just saw the car flying over my head': Amtrak train hits cars blocking tracks in Raleigh

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An Amtrak passenger train on Wednesday hit two unoccupied cars on the tracks near the intersection of Hillsborough Street and Beryl Road in Raleigh.

Wednesday, May 8

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'Reckless' NJ Doc Sentenced For Defrauding Amtrak Out of $1.3 Million: Feds

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A 51-year-old Cedar Grove doctor was sentenced to 26 months in prison on Tuesday, May 7, for participating in a five-year health care fraud scheme to defraud Amtrack

Tuesday, May 7

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Monday, May 6

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Amtrak Is Pushing Ahead for the Houston-to-Dallas Bullet Train

Amtrak is “all in” on making the long-delayed Houston-to-Dallas high speed rail line a reality, according to a video posted on social media last week—and the plan has supporters even higher up the federal ladder. Once upon a time, way back…

Saturday, May 4

How SEPTA and Amtrak improvements could help turn 30th Street into a neighborhood

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The challenge will be to upgrade Schuylkill Yards in way that is equitable to everyone.

Thursday, May 2

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Amtrak adds new trains between Chicago and Twin Cities

Amtrak is adding new service from Union Station in Chicago to the Twin Cities.

Wednesday, May 1

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Amtrak to expand service between Twin Cities and Chicago, via Milwaukee

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The trains will make the current Empire Builder stops between St. Paul and Milwaukee and Hiawatha stops between Milwaukee and Chicago.

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All aboard: Amtrak announces Borealis route from St. Paul to Chicago

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One-way fares begin at $41 for the new service, which will begin May 21.

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Monday, Apr 29

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Amtrak is boosting its seasonal service between the Berkshires and New York City

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The Berkshire Flyer will run on weekends between June 21 and Sept. 2.

Saturday, Apr 27

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Tuesday, Apr 23

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Durham celebrates upgrades to Amtrak station

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Amtrak said the improvements are part of a company-wide move to make sure Amtrak offers a safe, efficient and comfortable travel experience.

Monday, Apr 22

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Amtrak: Texas Bullet Train Could Begin Construction Within Ten Years

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An Amtrak executive says the Texas bullet train between Houston and Dallas could start construction within ten years. Senior Vice President Andy Byford told the Southwestern Regional Rail Conference that the national rail company is…

Saturday, Apr 20

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Amtrak States Texas Has The Perfect Conditions For A Bullet Train

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Andy Byford, Amtrak’s Senior VP of High-Speed Rail Development, emphasized that Texas has the perfect conditions for the Dallas-to-Houston high-speed rail project. With increasing demand, Texas’ growing population and growing political…

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The Last Word: Amtrak’s ‘Train Daddy’ on Leading the Charge for the Dallas-Houston Bullet Train

dallasinnovates.com

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas.

Wednesday, Apr 17

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Amtrak is coming to Christiansburg

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You’ll soon be able to plan those trips to our nation’s biggest cities once The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority extends service to the New River Valley.