June 2026: Take A Ride on the Reading: This month we conclude our exploration of the Reading Railroad East Penn Branch – today’s Norfolk Southern “Reading Line.” Also, join us trackside on the final day of operation for D.C. Streetcar and see detailed schedules for the upcoming visit of Union Pacific “Big Boy” 4014. All this and more in the June 2026 issue of Railpace Newsmagazine!
MTA Seeking Companies to Build 252 New Metro-North Passenger Coaches
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) announced it is seeking proposals from railcar manufacturers to build 252 new single-level passenger coaches for the Metro-North Railroad. The competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) includes an option for the additional purchase of 377 cars, which would be reserved for any future expansions to the Metro-North service area.
Railfanning the Reading’s East Penn Branch, Part 3: Macungie to Allentown
Take A Ride on the Reading: In Part 3 we follow the East Penn Branch line east from Macungie to Allentown, Pennsylvania.
DC Streetcar Farewell
We bid farewell to D.C. Streetcar, the hapless short streetcar line in our nation’s capital. Join us trackside on the final day of operation.
Trackside in Hudson, New York
This month we make a visit to Hudson, New York, located on the eastern shore of the Hudson River, on Amtrak’s Hudson Main.
Explore the world of White River Productions
