Boston Herald: Supporters Continue to Press for North-South Rail Connection

Supporters of an underground connection between Boston’s two main rail hubs are continuing to make their case on Beacon Hill.

On Monday, members of the North South Rail Link Working Group are planning to host leading world experts on urban rail link projects at a Statehouse forum.

Monday's discussion will focus on the latest tunnel-boring technology that backers of the rail link say has helped reduce the cost, risk and disruption of urban tunnel projects.

Former Democratic Gov. Michael Dukakis and Republican Gov. William Weld are among supporters who believe that “the latest tunnel-boring technology” will help “reduce the cost, risk and disruption of urban tunnel projects.” Rep. Seth Moulton (D-MA) has said the rail link makes sense and would not resemble the Big Dig.

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