FEBRUARY 2026: This month Gregory Dziombia explores the brief era of big SD60 operation on the Buffalo & Pittsburgh, while the staff reviews coal country Christmas trips on the East Broad Top and Everett Railroads. Wheeling & Lake Erie debuts a colorful tribute for America’s 250th, and Jeff Kovacs remembers the tragic 1951 wreck of The Broker. All this and more in the February issue of Railpace Newsmagazine!
Amtrak Elevates Acela First Class Menu with New and Returning Seasonal Options
Amtrak and STARR Restaurant Group, led by James Beard award-winning restaurateur Stephen Starr, are continuing their collaboration to provide premium, delicious meals for Acela First Class guests. Rolling out this winter, the updated menu features an array of new dishes and the return of popular favorites, reflecting Amtrak’s ongoing commitment to providing a premium Acela First Class experience.
Delaware–Lackawanna Debuts Restored Delaware & Hudson 4068
Genesee Valley Transportation’s Delaware-Lackawanna Railroad restored Alco RS-3 4068 into Delaware & Hudson blue-and-gray “lightning stripe” paint scheme.
My Favorite Spot: Croton-Harmon Station
Located just a half-hour from New York City, Croton-Harmon is home to Metro-North and Amtrak passenger trains, with some CSX freight action.
Whippany Railway Museum Celebrates 60th Anniversary of the Morris County Central Railroad
Whippany Railway Museum celebrates 60th anniversary of the Morris County Central Railroad, one of the first tourist railroads in New Jersey.
















