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NJ Transit Kicks Off Annual Use of AquaTrack Machines to Clean Tracks

October 21, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

NJ Transit has started its seasonal use of two AquaTrack machines to clean and remove leaves from the rails throughout the fall.

New Jersey Senator to Host Second River LINE Public Meeting

October 21, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

New Jersey Sen. Troy Singleton will host a public meeting with NJ Transit President and CEO Kris Kolluri, focusing on River LINE service reliability, accountability, communication and safety.

Operation Lifesaver Urges Safety this Halloween

October 16, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

With so much going on this Halloween that brings people outside, Operation Lifesaver reminds everyone to maintain vigilance around tracks and trains.

Reports: Trump has ‘Terminated’ Hudson River Tunnel Project

October 16, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

President Donald Trump has apparently “terminated” the Hudson River Tunnel project connecting New Jersey and New York City.

NJ Transit Piloting Two Apps to Empower Customers With Disabilities

October 16, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

NJ Transit is piloting two new apps that will help empower customers with disabilities.

CSX’s Blue Ridge Subdivision Reopens Year After Hurricane Helene

October 16, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

CSX earlier this month celebrated the reopening of the Blue Ridge Subdivision, nearly a year to the day after Hurricane Helene destroyed large portions of the freight line.

Union Pacific Proudly Gives More than $4 Million to 430 Local Nonprofit Organizations

October 15, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

Union Pacific Railroad has distributed more than $4 million in local grants to 430 nonprofit organizations through its Community Ties Giving Program.

NJ Transit Sees Up to $1.9 Billion in Non-Farebox Revenue by Leveraging Real Estate Portfolio

October 15, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

NJ Transit officials believe they could realize as much as $1.9 billion in non-farebox revenue over the next three decades by leveraging opportunities designed to unlock value from its 8,000-acre real estate portfolio, according to a new plan the agency released today.

NJ Transit Prepares for Nor’easter, Agency Asks Customers to Limit Travel

October 11, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

NJ Transit is preparing for the predicted heavy rain, high winds and possible flooding forecast to arrive beginning tomorrow and continuing through Monday.

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.