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Great day today celebrating 60 years of the Livonia, Avon and Lakeville Railroad! Big thanks to the Rochester & Genesee Valley Railroad Museum for putting together an awesome event—and to Railfan & Railroad Magazine for the great write-up: 👉 https://lnkd.in/eEEPv6_9 (Railfan & Railroad Magazine write-up) 👉 https://lnkd.in/etkc3RUs (Rochester & Genesee Valley Railroad Museum) Great to see RS-1 No. 20 and S-2 No. 72 running again, and the dedication of No. 20 to Eugene Blabey was a great way to honor his impact on LA&L. Proud of where we’ve come from—and excited for what’s next! #ASLRRA #ShortLineStrong #ShortLineRailroad #Railroading #RailroadHeritage #GeneseeValley #LALRailroad #RailHistory #Railfan #60YearsStrong #RailroadPreservation #FreightRail #RailfanMagazine #RochesterNY #RailMuseum #RailIndustry

🚂 Celebrating 60 Years of Rail Service! The Livonia, Avon and Lakeville Railroad is proud to celebrate six decades of shortline railroading in Western New York. As part of our 60th anniversary, we're partnering with the Rochester & Genesee Valley Railroad Museum to host a special event open to the public — complete with heritage train rides, historical displays, and a celebration of the region’s rail legacy. 📍 Where: Rochester & Genesee Valley Railroad Museum 📅 When: Saturday, April 12  🎟️ Tickets & Info: https://lnkd.in/ei7qUAHV This milestone wouldn’t be possible without the dedication of the people who built and sustained our railroad over the years — from our founders and employees to the communities we serve. ➡️ Stay tuned as we share more posts in the coming weeks to honor the individuals who helped shape the LAL, including highlights from our Railroad Wall of Honor. Thank you to our customers, employees, and partners for your continued trust and support. #LAL60Years #ShortlineRail #RailIndustry #RailHeritage #WallOfHonor #RochesterNY #TransportationHistory

Strengthening Partnerships with Norfolk Southern Today, members of our leadership team—CEO Bob Babcock, VP of Sales & Marketing Jeffrey Bauman, AVP of Operations Corey Zeh, and Business Development Representative David Prindle — visited Norfolk Southern's headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia. We had the opportunity to meet with their market managers and strategic planning teams to discuss ongoing opportunities and alignment across our shared network. Norfolk Southern is a vital Class I partner, supporting three of the four railroads in the LAL family: the Livonia, Avon and Lakeville Railroad (LAL), the B&H Rail Corp (B&H), and the Western New York & Pennsylvania Railroad (WNY&P). Together, we interchange at four key locations—one on the LAL, one on the B&H, and two on the WNY&P. We’re proud to continue building a strong, collaborative relationship with Norfolk Southern as we work to deliver reliable, efficient service to the customers and communities we serve. #Railroads #Logistics #Partnership #ShortLineStrong #LAL #NorfolkSouthern

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Just announced in the April 2025 issue of Railfan & Railroad — a featured article celebrating 60 years of the Livonia, Avon & Lakeville Railroad! 🚂 Thanks to Managing Editor Otto Vondrak for highlighting our journey from a small rural branch line to a 400-mile Alco-powered system serving New York and Pennsylvania. We’re honored to be part of this milestone issue alongside some great stories in rail preservation and operations. 📖 Checkout the full article here: https://lnkd.in/euFctRDH #LAL60Years #RailfanMagazine #ShortLineStrong #RailFreight #RailroadHistory #ASLRRA #LivoniaAvonLakeville

Counting Down to 60 Years of the Livonia, Avon & Lakeville Railroad: Honoring Commander Peter Barry As we continue our countdown to the 60th anniversary of the Livonia, Avon & Lakeville Railroad (LAL) this April, we’re recognizing the visionary leaders who helped make this railroad a reality. One of those key figures is Commander Peter Barry, a military veteran, community leader, and true rail enthusiast. A survivor of the attack on Pearl Harbor, Peter went on to serve as the Mayor of Rochester and later as President of Monroe Savings Bank. But his legacy in the rail industry was cemented when he played a crucial role in the formation of the LAL Railroad. In the early 1960s, as the Erie Lackawanna prepared to abandon the Avon-Livonia rail line, Peter joined a group of local business and community leaders determined to save it. He became a founding member of LAL’s executive steering committee and was named Vice President of Industrial Development. His tireless efforts to attract new customers helped secure the railroad’s future. In honor of his contributions, steam locomotive #38 was dedicated to Peter in 1973. At the dedication ceremony, our chairman Gene Blabey described Peter as “a train nut like the rest of us, who more than any single person was responsible for there being a Livonia, Avon & Lakeville Railroad today.” Peter Barry had, as Gene put it, “a full head of steam, stayed on the tracks, and knew where he was going.” His vision, leadership, and unwavering commitment to the LAL remain an integral part of our history. Stay tuned as we continue honoring the pioneers who built the legacy of the Livonia, Avon & Lakeville Railroad! #LALRailroad #ShortLineRail #RailHistory #60YearsStrong #Transportation #Logistics #WesternNewYork #EconomicImpact #RailIndustry #Leadership #HonoringOurFounders #ASLRRA

Counting Down to 60 Years of the Livonia, Avon & Lakeville Railroad: Honoring E.R. "Ron" Allen As we count down to our 60th anniversary this April, we’re taking time to recognize the individuals and businesses that played a pivotal role in shaping the Livonia, Avon and Lakeville Railroad (LAL) into what it is today. One of those key figures is E.R. "Ron" Allen, a visionary entrepreneur whose decision to bring his business to LAL helped secure the railroad’s future. As the founder of Western New York Syrup Co., Ron set out to build a facility that would produce liquid sugar and blend it with corn syrup. But to make it work, he needed a short line railroad that could handle bulk sugar and corn syrup shipments efficiently. In 1970, Western NY Syrup became the first major customer to locate on the newly formed LAL. The influx of rail traffic provided a critical revenue boost to the fledgling railroad, helping to stabilize operations and pave the way for long-term success. Years later, Western NY Syrup was acquired by ADM (Archer Daniels Midland), which remains a key customer of LAL to this day—a lasting testament to Ron’s impact. Ron Allen’s vision not only helped grow his business but also strengthened LAL, proving how industry and rail partnerships drive regional economic success. His contributions are an essential part of our history, and we’re proud to honor him on our 60th Anniversary Wall of Honor. Stay tuned as we continue highlighting the people who helped build the legacy of the Livonia, Avon & Lakeville Railroad! #LALRailroad #ShortLineRail #RailHistory #60YearsStrong #Transportation #Logistics #WesternNewYork #EconomicImpact

No need to chase rainbows when you’ve got railroads delivering the pot of gold! Happy St. Patrick’s Day from all of us at B&H Rail Corp! #ShortLineRail #Railroading #Transportation #Logistics #StPatricksDay #LuckyTracks #RailsToSuccess #RailFreight #ShamrockExpress

Railroads drive economic growth! As part of the Livonia, Avon and Lakeville Railroad Family of Railroads, we’re proud to contribute to the strength of regional industry. This article from LAL highlights how short-line railroads like B&H Rail Corp play a vital role in connecting businesses, creating jobs, and fueling local economies.