SUFFOLK, Va. — People have been discussing an Amtrak stop in Suffolk for what seems like forever — now, a presentation of a new study could help bring that idea one step closer to reality.

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“I think it’s not a pipe dream anymore. I think it can happen," said Suffolk resident Don Goldberg.

Goldberg is a long-time advocate for an Amtrak stop in Suffolk. News 3 met with him at the old Norfolk Southern station off Bank Street, one possible location for an Amtrak station.

“It would be extremely positive, bringing more people here. A good location to get on the train and head to Washington or New York. It’s a safe area. It’s an area where, if you do

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