Daily Archives: Saturday 15 June 2024

In Pictures: New Hanson’s Bridge lifted into position

Posted on Saturday 15 June 2024 by Gareth Prior

It’s the final bridge needed for the first phase of the West Midlands Metro line to Dudley and Brierley Hill and it is now going back into position as part of another major milestone in the construction of the extension. … Continue reading →

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Around the World in Trams: Ostrava 1736

Posted on Saturday 15 June 2024 by Gareth Prior

Another edition of “Around the World in Trams” with a photo from Ostrava.

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Boat 600 enters service in Blackpool

Posted on Saturday 15 June 2024 by Gareth Prior

Another heritage tram has run in passenger service for the first time in 2024. This time the location is the Blackpool Tramway where their second operational Boat Car has returned to service – prototype 600.

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Woman hit by tram on West Midlands Metro

Posted on Saturday 15 June 2024 by Gareth Prior

A woman was taken to hospital with serious injuries after being hit by a tram close to Dudley Street stop on Thursday 13th June.

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