No more train whistles at two city crossings in Saint John
A city council motion passed in August, banning the whistles, comes into effect
Starting onSaturday, Oct.24 at 12:01 a.m.,train engineers will no longersound the engine whistle, except in case of emergency.
"It has contributed to a lot of sleepless nights," said local residentSean Flynn
Speaking to CBC News back in August,Flynn said he waslosing patience.
"I feel like I'm in the seventh circle of hell," said Flynn.
City councillor GerryLowe lobbied hard to get the whistles banned. He told CBC News the trainssound their horns three times before crossing each of the roads, which are just a block apart.
Gates, lights, and warning bells will continue to operate at the crossings,andsignagewill be installed.