well, apparently, about 4 years back, the east brookfield and spencer railroad was built along the B&A track between east brookfield and spencer. the line itself oppened in 2004, and is leasing 2 EMD SW 1200 switchers. it's primary resorce is the automotive industry, for it serves a auto distrobution plant that sends the cars to dealerships all over new england. iff anyone has heard anything new, please, i urge you to post your comments, discoveries, and thoughts here.
I've seen help wanted ads from time to time from the railroad looking for engineers and brakemen. The pay is not that "up to standards" also, with $12-14 per hour for brakemen, and $15 - $18 for Engineers. The auto yard itself is quite busy, with a majority of the truck traffic hauling cars/trucks to the MA Pike interchange in Sturbridge, MA.
J