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  • August 2008

    • Desire Named Streetcar Grips Cities

      New York Times  |  Aug 14, 08 3:56 AM CDT

      Desire Named Streetcar Grips Cities

      (Newser) - Most American cities dismantled their streetcar lines over 50 years ago but a major comeback is gathering speed, the New York Times reports. Cincinnati, Houston, Denver, Salt Lake City and Charlotte have streetcar systems in the works to revive sagging downtown areas. A dozen cities already have streetcars and at least 40 more are exploring the option. More »

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      public transportation  • transit  • Cincinnati  • streetcar system  • New Orleans streetcar  • tram system

  • June 2008

    • Big Easy's Streetcars Finally Full Speed

      Times-Picayune (New Orleans)  |  Jun 23, 08 12:53 PM CDT

      Big Easy's Streetcars Finally Full Speed

      (Newser) - Streetcars clang-clanged their way down South Carrollton Ave. yesterday, and for many, the sound was as sweet as New Orleans jazz, the Times-Picayune reports. For the first time since Hurricane Katrina, the whole St. Charles Ave. streetcar line is running, and it should bring both tourism and a sense of normalcy back to the end-of-the-line neighborhood. More »

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      Hurricane Katrina  • New Orleans  • Katrina aftermath  • streetcar system  • New Orleans streetcar

  • May 2008

    • New Orleans Is New, New, New Again

      Forbes Traveler  |  May 5, 08 9:01 AM CDT

      New Orleans Is New, New, New Again

      (Newser) - No more pungent Bourbon Street or trashed French Quarter: Residents are returning, business is booming, and New Orleans is new again. Forbes Traveler offers compelling reasons to revisit the Big Easy: The fancy Royal Sonesta Hotel , with its tasty oysters and cool outdoor bar. The Swizzle Sticks Bar , which offers cocktail pairings to make each course go down easy. More »

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      travel  • New Orleans  • French Quarter  • New Orleans streetcar  • New Orleans Jazz Festival

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