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Story Archives of 'Downeaster'Reviving Rail in New HampshireBy Laura Knoy on Tuesday, May 27, 2008.As gas prices approach four dollars a gallon, trains are getting more attention, with many saying it’s time to add more rail transport for passengers and cargo. But others say the costs of rail far outweigh the benefits. We’ll explore the latest proposals for rail and the viability of trains in the Granite State. Guests
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  Downeaster Managers Want New Hampshire Money For the TrainBy David Darman on Thursday, May 8, 2008.The agency in Maine that runs Amtrak’s Downeaster is facing a looming financial crisis. For years, millions of dollars in federal money has helped pay for the train’s operation. But next year the federal money will run out to the tune of millions of dollars a year. Downeaster managers hope New Hampshire might make up some of the loss - a possibility that state policymakers say is unlikely. New Hampshire Public Radio’s David Darman has more. listen:
Amtrak's Downeaster Has Been Running for 5 YearsBy David Darman on Tuesday, December 26, 2006.Amtrak's Downeaster train has celebrated its fifth anniversary. In 2001, train advocates claimed the Downeaster would fill a transportation need by giving commuters a way to get off crowded roads. Political leaders promised the train would bring economic revival to the cities and towns that it serves. New Hampshire Public Radio's David Darman has looked into whether any of those promises have come true yet. He files this report. listen:
The Realities of Rail in NHBy Laura Knoy on Wednesday, January 4, 2006.Things are looking up for the Downeaster, with ridership not only going up, but exceeding expectations. The Portland to Boston train has become somewhat of a staple of the commuting crowd and looks to add to its daily roundtrips. We'll look at what's on track for rail in New Hampshire, including the Lowell to Nashua line and the Boston to Montreal line. Laura's guests are Kit Morgan, Administrator for the Bureau of Rail and Transit for the NH Department of Transportation and Peter Griffin, President of the NH Railroad Revitalization Association. listen:
The Downeaster Starts TodayBy Lisa Peakes on Friday, December 14, 2001.Lisa Peakes interviews Peter Griffin with the NH Rail Revitalization Association about the planned departure this morning. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Amtrak's Downeaster Train Takes Its First RunBy David Darman on Friday, December 14, 2001.Amtrak kicked off its long awaited passenger service between Boston and Portland, Maine today, with an inaugural train. The train got an enthusiastic send off in Boston?s North Station, as NHPR?s David Darman reports. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Portland to Boston Train Rolls After Much DelayBy David Darman on Friday, December 14, 2001.Amtrak kicked off its long awaited passenger service between Boston and Portland, Maine today, with an inaugural train. The train got an enthusiastic send off in Boston?s North Station, as NHPR?s David Darman reports. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
The Downeaster Rolls into NHBy Roger Wood on Friday, December 14, 2001.Correspondent Roger Wood and a large crowd awaited the arrival of the "Downeaster" in Exeter. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Officials Optimistic About Trains in New HampshireBy David Darman on Tuesday, October 23, 2001.The announcement that Amtrak Service between Portland and Boston will begin in December has rail proponents in the region optimistic about other projects that could affect New Hampshire. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Maine Officials Give Start Date for Amtrak ServiceBy David Darman on Thursday, October 18, 2001.Officials in Maine announced today that passenger rail service from Portland to Boston through New Hampshire's Seacoast will begin on December 14th. NHPR's David Darman has more. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
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