May 28, 2019 | COMMUTER RAIL, UPDATES
Word has it (not posted yet on bill status page) that the House Public Works and Highways Committee has ‘recommended’ that SB 241 (the “project development, analysis, and funding phase” for the Commuter Rail Boondoggle) “Ought to...
May 26, 2019 | COMMUTER RAIL, UPDATES
by Pem Shaeffer The Downeaster in Maine started running between North Station in Boston and Portland Maine in 2001. Service was extended to Brunswick, which began running in late 2011. I am part of a volunteer team, aided by some railroad pros (retired) who have done...
May 26, 2019 | COMMUTER RAIL, UPDATES
Many people believe the Balsam’s deal was a boondoggle for NH. But if the Governor doesn’t stop the runaway Commuter Rail project, his legacy will include an even bigger boondoggle. Here is a file with everything you need to know about why trains are NOT...
May 24, 2019 | COMMUTER RAIL, UPDATES
NH is considering commuter rail when most systems in the country are bankrupt. Old technology should be phased out as it will soon be replaced by newer methods of transportation. The recommendation from CATO is that “the industry should stop building new rail...
May 23, 2019 | LEGISLATION, UPDATES
How your Bedford State Reps voted as of May 23 SB165, raising electric rates for all customers by subsidizing low-moderate income users. Passed. 100% of Democrats voted to Pass. Mullen, Sue (D, Bedford) Pass 89% of Republicans voted to Kill. Camarota, Linda (R,...
May 23, 2019 | COMMUTER RAIL, UPDATES
by Dick Lemieux May 3, 2016 Unable to make a convincing case for commuter rail based on transportation benefits, for more than a year, rail proponents have been wowing legislators with jaw dropping predictions of jobs and economic growth, as if it is possible to lose...
