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SCRANTON Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) is pleased to announce that its Union Pacific Railroad “Big Boy” No. 4012 has returned to static exhibition in the park following an extended cosmetic restoration; just in time for National Train Day and National Preservation Month.
The locomotive was removed from display in 2019 in order to replace rusted parts, remediate hazardous materials from its original construction, and receive a new paint job.
No. 4012 is among a unique class of 25 articulated steam locomotives with a 4-8-8-4 wheel set built solely for the Union Pacific Railroad by the American Locomotive Works (ALCO). Most were constructed in 1941 (including No. 4012) on the eve of United States’ entry into World War II. As such, their ability to haul heavy loads unassisted subsequently played a critical role in America’s home front war effort.
I-81 South down to one lane for construction
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Lane restrictions planned on part of I-81
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Interstate 81 south will have lane restrictions in place today so crews can place seals on bridge decks, according to the state Department of Transportation.
From 7 a.m. to noon, the restrictions will be in place around Exit 185 (Central Scranton Expressway) and Exit 184 (Moosic Street), according to PennDOT. Then, a restriction will be in place at Exit 180 (Moosic) from noon to 5 p.m.
â FRANK WILKES LESNEFSKY