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        Schumer: Hudson Valley rail crossings to receive $3 million safety boost

        This funding aims to address the notorious safety concerns surrounding Hudson Valley's Metro-North crossings, which have been the site of hundreds of car accidents.

        News 12 Staff

        Jan 8, 2025, 12:07 PM

        Updated 19 hr ago

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        Nearly a decade after a devastating crash killed six people, Sen. Chuck Schumer (D) has announced a $3 million investment to improve rail crossings in Port Jervis and Chappaqua.
        This funding aims to address the notorious safety concerns surrounding Hudson Valley's Metro-North crossings, which have been the site of hundreds of car accidents.
        The tragic incident in Valhalla 9 years ago, where a train collided with a car on the tracks, resulting in the loss of six lives, highlighted the urgent need for safety upgrades.