Passenger Rail Advocates Rally for Northern Tier Proposal

Community, education and business leaders are promoting the Northern Tier Passenger Rail Restoration Project as a critical component for economic development.

North Adams Council Endorses Northern Tier Rail

The City Council endorsed the Northern Tier Passenger Rail plan on Tuesday, adding to a chorus of support from officials and community leaders along the proposed route.

Guest Column: Full Steam Ahead: Bringing Back the Northern Tier Passenger Railroad

Northern Tier Rail Gets Strong Support at Hearing

Local officials and residents expressed strong support for developing the Northern Tier Passenger Rail proposal that would bring rail transit from North Adams to Boston.

Governor Names West-East Rail Director

Koziol has more than 15 years of experience in transportation planning, including for passenger rail stations

Regional Lawmaker See Possibilities in Northern Tier Passenger Rail

Western Mass lawmakers say a $2 billion price tag for passenger rail across the Northern Tier isn't high compared to past projects and would be a significant economic boost to a region long ignored.

Northern Tier Passenger Rail Study Virtual Workshop

The study is examining the potential benefits, costs, and investments necessary to implement passenger rail service from North Adams to Greenfield and Boston, with the speed, frequency, and reliability necessary to be a competitive option for travel along this corridor.

Local Leaders Advocate for Berkshires Inclusion in East/West Rail Plans

The panel heard testimony about how the rail service is crucial to economic development and statewide accessibility for residents. There was also a wealth of support for taking the connection across state lines to Albany, N.Y.

Passenger Rail Commission Sets Public Meeting in Pittsfield

The Western Massachusetts Passenger Rail Commission is holding a public meeting on Friday on plans for east/west passenger rail.