Politics & Government

Freight Trains Begin Making Stops in Winchester

The first train rolled into town Thursday night.

Freight trains have, making deliveries.

According to Winchester resident Susan Busher, the. She said that the cars idled next to Tighe Trucking for about an hour before residents spoke with the conductor who said they were there to pick up a box car.

“The freight activity has begun,” Busher said. “We alerted the town in October to the switch and now trains are coming into town.”

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According to Busher, a railroad switch has been established by the Massachusetts Bay Commuter Railroad (MBCR) at Cross Street at the request of Tighe Trucking, Inc. She said that a railroad siding was installed that will bring freight trains off the commuter rail for the delivery to the back side of Tighe Trucking at 45 Holton Street.

“I feel strongly that the town and other parties be aware of the situation and be proactive,” Busher said.

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According to Town Manager Richard Howard, the town has been in contact with State Representative Jason Lewis and representatives from MBCR. He said that the town is targeting a meeting with the parties involved on March 1.

“This won’t be ignored,” said Selectman Roger Berman.

Busher said at a prior meeting that if freight trains were allowed access in Winchester they would be making deliveries between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m., as to not impact the commuter rail schedule.

“I appreciate the work the town has done,” Busher said. “But deliveries have now started.”


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