Proposal to extend passenger rail into Androscoggin County picks up steam among state legislators

Bills to fund studies of service to Lewiston, Bangor and more are moving toward approval and could lay groundwork for federal aid down the tracks.

Proposal to extend passenger rail to Bangor advances in Legislature

Major questions remain about the project, though, such as its cost and its environmental impact.

Central Maine not included in Amtrak’s 2035 vision plan. What does that mean for future regional passenger rail service?

Experts say future not totally bleak, even if central Maine is not part of the passenger rail giant's long-range plan.

Maine Voices: Intercity passenger rail could solve many of Maine’s problems

The state should not turn rail corridors into recreational trails and miss a historic opportunity.

In photos: Wiscasset-area narrow gauge railroad hosts winter event

Steve Piwowarski, marketing director for the museum, said the museum's "steam and sleigh" event was created to engage the community and help people enjoy the outdoors safely during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Commentary: It is the perfect time for putting Maine on the move

It’s time to explore how state and federal government and private investors can join forces to fund commuter rail between Lewiston-Auburn and Portland.

Opinions differ on potential impact as Waterville rail yard is sold to CSX

CSX Corp., the freight rail system whose tracks cross nearly every state east of the Mississippi River, is buying Pan Am Railways, extending its network into northern New England.

Maine’s infrastructure gets a C- from civil engineers

Slightly better than the nation's average D+ grade, Maine's roads, bridges, wastewater plants are still in dire need of upgrades, according to the American Society of Civil Engineers.

State to demolish part of historic train trestle in Portland

The span, which is visible from Interstate 295, has been eyed by both trail and rail advocates but has fallen into 'critical' condition after being damaged by fire in 1984, according to the state.

Amtrak Downeaster resumes partial service to Boston