North West & Central news
Level crossing safety improvements reduces anti-social behaviour
A Worcestershire level crossing has seen less deliberate misuse and less anti-social behaviour following work to make it safer.
Student artwork celebrating Railway 200 unveiled at Birmingham New Street
A collection of specially created drawings connecting the railway with some of Birmingham's most famous names has been unveiled.
First electric train runs between Wigan and Bolton during overnight tests
The first train powered by newly installed overhead electric lines has run between Wigan and Bolton after £100m of government investment to improve future railway journeys across the North West.
Ten weeks until roundabout and railway bridge replaced in Stockport
Rail passengers are being advised of major work to rebuild a railway bridge in Stockport which will see a three-week closure of the Manchester spur of the West Coast Main Line this summer.
Lucky man reunited with wedding ring after its 'slow motion' drop onto railway
A 'happy and relieved' husband has been reunited with his priceless wedding ring after losing it on the railway - a week before his first wedding anniversary.
Warwick station elevates to next level as lift shaft is craned into place
A pre-made lift shaft will be lifted into position at Warwick station next weekend as part of the ongoing work to improve passenger access to trains.
THIS WEEKEND: Major rail upgrades to close Trent Valley line for nine days
Passengers travelling on the West Coast Main Line between London Euston and Scotland are being urged to plan ahead as essential improvements mean the railway between Rugby and Stafford will be closed between Saturday 24 May and Sunday 1 June.
'Platform 2b, or not 2b'... Shakespeare statues greet passengers travelling to Stratford-upon-Avon
In a tale worthy of the Bard himself, the railway between Birmingham and the birthplace of William Shakespeare has been transformed into a unique tribute to the world-famous playwright.
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