Extra Board

Welcome to Railpace’s Extra Board! Here you will find previews from features published in our magazine monthly.

Western New York “ACes”

January 15, 2024

Western New York “ACes”

Photographing colorful EMD SD70ACe diesel locomotives in and around Western New York.

Public Service Trolley 2651 Dedication Ceremony

January 15, 2024

Public Service Trolley 2651 Dedication Ceremony

Public Service Coordinated Transport trolley 2651 was dedicated at a ceremony at Kinkisharyo’s railcar remanufacturing plant in Piscataway, N.J., on November 30, 2023.

Delaware & Raritan River Railroad Completes Connection at Farmingdale, New Jersey

January 1, 2024

Delaware & Raritan River Railroad Completes Connection at Farmingdale, New Jersey

The F&S connection links the former Freehold Branch with the Southern Secondary, enabling a more efficient railroad network.

Morning Rush Hour at LIRR Elmont – UBS Arena Station

January 1, 2024

Morning Rush Hour at LIRR Elmont – UBS Arena Station

Elmont-USB Arena Station is a great location to catch Long Island Rail Road diesel and electric trains, and New York & Atlantic freight.

First Phase of REM Light Rail System Opens in Montreal

January 1, 2024

First Phase of REM Light Rail System Opens in Montreal

Opening in July 2023, Montreal’s REM automated light rail system is North America’s newest electric rapid transit system.

Norfolk Southern Hosts Groundbreaking for Regional Training Facility in East Palestine, Ohio

November 17, 2023

Norfolk Southern Hosts Groundbreaking for Regional Training Facility in East Palestine, Ohio

Norfolk Southern broke ground on a new regional safety training center for first responders in East Palestine, Ohio, on September 21, 2023.

Two Weeks in Maine

November 17, 2023

Two Weeks in Maine

Spending an enjoyable two weeks trackside exploring the main lines and branch lines of “Downeast” Maine railroads.

Night Shoot at the Sterling Museum

November 17, 2023

Night Shoot at the Sterling Museum

A night photo shoot at Sterling Historical Society celebrating the completion of the restoration of New York Central caboose 19216.

Take the Trolley to the Fair!

October 15, 2023

Take the Trolley to the Fair!

Each year the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum provides a park-and-ride service to bring visitors to the Washington County Fair.

Bill Monaghan Retires from SEPTA with Farewell Fan Trip

October 15, 2023

Bill Monaghan Retires from SEPTA with Farewell Fan Trip

SEPTA transit operator and rail preservationist Bill Monaghan retires after 37 years of service with a special farewell fan trip.