BINGHAMTON, N.Y. — Norfolk Southern, Amtrak, and the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Foundation will team up on Dec. 13 for the 26th run of their Holiday Train over the former Delaware & Hudson between Binghamton and Delanson, N.Y.
Since its inception, the Holiday Train partnership has collected hundreds of thousands of toys and brought holiday cheer to countless families across the Northeast, the groups said in a news release. Since 2022, Norfolk Southern has given the Toys for Tots Foundation nearly $500,000 in support of their mission.
This year’s version of the train will make five stops:
- East Binghamton Yard, 5 Holmes Place, Binghamton, 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
- Bainbridge, N.Y., Walnut Avenue crossing, 11:50 a.m. to 12:20 p.m.
- Oneonta, N.Y., Gas Avenue crossing, 1:10 to 1:45 p.m
- Cobleskill, N.Y., fire station, 2:55 p.m to 3:25 p.m.
- Delanson fire station, 4 to 4:30 p.m.
“For over 75 years, Toys for Tots has worked to ensure every child experiences the magic of the holidays. Our collaboration with Norfolk Southern and Amtrak brings that mission to life on the rails, reaching families in ways that truly make a difference,” Patrick M. Lurenz, coordinator, Marine Corps, said in a statement.
“Railroads have always been part of holiday traditions, and this train is a symbol of community and generosity. We’re honored to continue this journey with Toys for Tots and Amtrak to spread joy across our network,” Kristin Wong, director of the NS Foundation & Community Impact, said in a statement.
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