Category Archives: New Rochelle

In Defense of New Rochelle

Posted on March 11, 2008 by TJ

A first-time reader/first-time commenter took Trainjotting to task for what they deemed to be an egregiously unfair and woefully inaccurate portrayal of New Rochelle in a post about The Missus and Little G missing their New Ro train stop on … Continue reading →

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Not So Great Moments in Amtrak History

Posted on August 6, 2007 by TJ

Had a new entry into my all-time Top 5 Amtrak lowlights this past weekend. (#1: 1990. Loudspeaker announces we’ll have 20 minutes to kill in New Haven. We go outside. Train leaves five minutes later with our luggage. Travel companion … Continue reading →

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Word of the Week: GRAND CENTRAL VERMINAL

Posted on July 16, 2007 by TJ

GRAND CENTRAL VERMINAL \GRAANND sent rull VERR minn ull\ noun: The large masses of fresh-faced, chattering teens on vacation, mostly in the summer and Christmas season, that assemble in Grand Central Terminal. Usage: I was running late for the 5:17 … Continue reading →

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Farewell to Cold Pizza

Posted on April 9, 2007 by TJ

Westchester Magazine reports on an interesting development: Upscale to-go meals delivered to you when you step off the train after a tough day in the city. Dinner in Hand is the company, and the food is prepared in a commercial … Continue reading →

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