East Broad Top Cancels Winter Spectacular; New Guidebook Announced by Friends Group
The East Broad Top, a popular historic railroad, has announced the cancellation of its much-anticipated Winter Spectacular. However, in a turn of events, the Friends group has also announced the release of a new guidebook. The news was published on December 12, 2023, on Trains.com.
Engine Restoration Project
Alongside the cancellation, the East Broad Top has also announced the commencement of a restoration project. The engine’s deteriorated tender tank will be shipped to Curry Rail Services of Hollidaysburg, Pa. Curry Rail Services will design and fabricate a replacement for the tank. This project is being funded by a $15,000 grant from the Friends group. Curry Rail Services has a history of successful projects, having previously fabricated a new tank for…
New Guidebook Announcement
Despite the disappointment of the Winter Spectacular’s cancellation, the Friends group has brought some good news. They have announced the release of a new guidebook. Although details about the guidebook’s content are not currently available, it is expected to provide valuable insights and information about the historic railroad.
For more in-depth information about the engine restoration project and the new guidebook, readers are encouraged to visit the original article on Trains.com.
In summary, while the cancellation of East Broad Top’s Winter Spectacular is a disappointment, the initiation of the engine restoration project and the announcement of a new guidebook by the Friends group offers something for the railroad enthusiasts to look forward to.
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