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Portal North Bridge pressed into service ahead of schedule

Portal North Bridge pressed into service ahead of schedule

By | March 13, 2026

Sagging catenary poles on original Portal Bridge cause disruptions for Amtrak, NJ Transit

View in darkness of leaning catenary pole next to railroad track

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