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NJ Transit: Fare Modernization Program Improves the Customer Experience

October 10, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

High-tech fare gates, reloadable FARE-PAY cards, more mobile payment options and modern ticket vending machines were just some of the features of NJ Transit’s fare modernization efforts on display today at Secaucus Junction.

Greater Anglia the Latest Railroad to Enter Into Public Ownership

October 10, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

Once Greater Anglia’s services transfer to state control on Sunday, Oct. 12, half of Britain’s rail operators will be publicly owned, officials said.

Authorities Probing Tillamook County, Oregon, Railroad Bridge Fire

October 10, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

Deputies and firefighters quickly contained a blaze on a railroad bridge near the end of Hadley Road on Oct. 8, the Tillamook County, Oregon, Sheriff’s Office said.

Fink Confirmed as Federal Railroad Administration Administrator

October 9, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

The U.S. Senate can’t keep the government open, but this week it confirmed David Fink as administrator of the Federal Railroad Administration.

Atlanta History Center, Georgia Historical Society Swap Collections, Including Central of Georgia Railway Collection

October 8, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

The Atlanta History Center and the Georgia Historical Society have announced an exchange of archival collections, bringing together long-separated records that will make them easier for researchers, students, and the general public to explore.

Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Breaks Ground on New Newark Airport AirTrain

October 7, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey today broke ground on a new AirTrain Newark system at Newark Liberty International Airport, marking the start of construction on a modern 2.5-mile automated people mover.

Nashville, Chattanooga & St. Louis Railway Steam Locomotive No. 576 Undergoes Successful Boiler Test, Paves Path to Steam

October 7, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

The historic Nashville, Chattanooga & St. Louis Railway steam locomotive No. 576 has successfully passed a major milestone in its return to steam: its hydrostatic test.

Railroads: How They Impacted Towns & Communities

October 3, 2025 Railfanning.org Digital Library

Railroads brought opportunities and careers, helping communities grow. However, the impact was often negative.