In push to electrify Danbury trains and extend rail line to New Milford, the 'pendulum is swinging'
By Sandra Diamond Fox
Feb. 5, 2023
CT Insider
“ DANBURY — Town and state leaders are trying to build momentum to electrify the Danbury rail line and extend train service north to New Milford — projects that would give residents a faster commute.
In the latest bid, state lawmakers are hoping to pass legislation that could lead to electrification of the Danbury Metro-North commuter railroad line.
State Rep. Bill Buckbee, R-New Milford, recently proposed a bill in the state legislature to study the use of hybrid trains on the Metro-North. The goal of the bill is to study the feasibility of operating hybrid trains on the Danbury line of the railroad. Currently, the Danbury line is diesel-powered...”
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