Galveston's historic trolley system to return after 13 years out of service

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View in browser   Breaking News Galveston's historic trolley system to return after 13 years out of service Fans of light rail in Galveston can breathe easy again. The island's famed rail trolley will return Oct. 1 after a 13-year service gap. In 2008, Hurricane Ike brought 12 feet of storm surge to the area, damaging all four of the city's trolley cars and knocking the rail line out of operation. Galveston has since offered rides on rubber-tired trolleys, but the original rails have remained dormant. Read More » Unsubscribe  |  Manage Preferences  |  Privacy Notice Chron.com 4747 Southwest Freeway, Houston, TX 77027 © 2021 Hearst Communications