Putnam Leaders Advocate for Amtrak Passenger Rail Service in Northeastern Connecticut
Leaders in Putnam, Connecticut, are actively campaigning for Amtrak to extend passenger rail service to the northeastern part of the state. This initiative comes as Amtrak is conducting a study to improve and expand passenger rail service between New Haven, Connecticut, and Providence, Rhode Island, a study that initially excluded northeastern Connecticut. To demonstrate local interest, the town conducted a survey, which garnered nearly 830 responses, with the majority supporting the reintroduction of passenger rail. Mayor Barney Seney highlights that the region's growing workforce, with companies like EB-Uline and Amazon, could benefit significantly from improved transportation options. Historically, Budd liners operated in Putnam twice daily, and the existing tracks are currently used for freight. Local officials believe that restoring passenger service could serve as a crucial first step toward integrating Amtrak into the area, leveraging existing infrastructure and potentially attracting state and fede... 
