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@allen@rail.chat

Hello, my name's Allen. I'm here to share my various train photos, news, and advocacy.

Focused mainly on British Columbia and Ontario, Washington and Oregon states but sometimes I will post a couple other adventures from where I've gone!

My original photos may be used under the terms of the CC-BY-SA-4.0 license. Feel free to send a message for other uses or any questions.

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allen, (edited )
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@zabadoh

This one is interesting. The Abt system is only between two stations on a steep grade and a separate locomotive shunts with the train, not shown here.

The picture is of the beautiful and unique station that is located on top of the bridge.

I've ridden this one, and I would recommend earplugs if you have sensitive ears.

andreaswiedenhoff, to wellington
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The #Auckland 🇳🇿 to #Wellington “Northern Explorer” is, I’m told, famous for its viewing options. And indeed: in addition to the seat cars with their large panorama windows, there’s a viewing platform for some (very) fresh air feeling with just a set of handrails, and the roof.💨

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allen,
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@andreaswiedenhoff
That open air car sounds like a great way to experience the New Zealand countryside!

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London Paddington Station

I did a cross EU/UK trip in May of 2022. Was taken aback by the sheer size and number of tracks at this station.

First of a series of photos I'll be posting occasionally!

@rail

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New service between and begins next Monday, May 27.

Train 641 will depart Ottawa from Mondays to Thursdays at 4:19AM, and arrive in Toronto 8:48AM, with express service stops in Brockville, Kingston, Belleville, Cobourg, and Port Hope. Perfect for business commuters that need to make a 9AM meeting in The Big Smoke and a great alternative to the short-haul flight.

Also, Train 644 TRTO -> OTTW will run daily! See full release here:

https://media.viarail.ca/en/press-releases/2024/rail-enhances-services-between-ottawa-and-toronto

allen, to Seattle
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The board meeting with on whether to continue considering Amazon and the Mayor's alternative proposal for 's Ballard Link is happening tomorrow, May 23 2024, 1:30-4:00PM PT.

@ducksauz 's call to action:

https://snug.town/@ducksauz/112485377016797454

To participate and submit comments in person or electronically, see the following: https://www.soundtransit.org/get-to-know-us/news-events/calendar/board-directors-meeting-2024-05-23

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@ducksauz
Argument AGAINST the Ballard Link realignment by Seattle Transit Advocacy groups and by Sound Transit Staff:
https://www.theurbanist.org/2023/06/22/transit-advocates-push-to-save-south-lake-union-light-rail-station/

https://seattletransitblog.com/2024/05/18/sound-transit-staff-recommend-against-new-alternatives-for-slu-and-denny-stations/

Argument FOR the Ballard Link realignment by Lake Union Businesses and Amazon:

https://www.bizjournals.com/seattle/news/2024/05/20/sound-transit-station-decision-south-lake-union.html

https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/policy-news-views/our-position-on-the-proposed-light-rail-station-in-south-lake-union

I'm obviously with the transit unions on this one but it helps to be informed if you are planning on participating in the process.

allen, to usa
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New Amtrak Borealis train begins service tomorrow, May 21st, 2024

https://www.trains.com/trn/news-reviews/news-wire/amtrak-to-launch-chicago-st-paul-train-may-21/

Train 333 to Milwaukee and 340 to Chicago will become Train 1333 to Minneapolis and 1340 to Chicago.

@usa

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@usa

P.S.: If anyone has any tips to get Lemmy link posts to work from Mastodon, please enlighten me. Thanks.

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@edgemaster72
Yes! May you see it? No (come back tomorrow).

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New Amtrak Borealis train begins service tomorrow, May 21st, 2024

https://www.trains.com/trn/news-reviews/news-wire/amtrak-to-launch-chicago-st-paul-train-may-21/

#Train 333 to #Milwaukee and 340 to #Chicago will become Train 1333 to #Minneapolis and 1340 to Chicago.

#Amtrak #Midwest #Minnesota #Wisconsin #Illinois @msp @usa

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