The Union Pacific “Big Boy” steam locomotive will be pulling into the Valley later this week.
The Big Boy is scheduled to stop in Sayre at around 5 p.m. on Thursday.
The train will be in the Valley overnight before departing at 9 a.m. on Friday and heading to Owego.
The historic steam train will pass through Owego at around 10:45 a.m. It will depart at 11:15 and head to Binghamton.
This iconic locomotive will be leading the way as part of Union Pacific’s “America at 250” cross-country celebration, honoring our nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary.
Choice 102 will broadcast live from 3 to 6 p.m. on Thursday at the Waverly VFW at 206 Broad Street in Waverly.
Info from Sayre Police Department:
With the Highly Anticipated Union Pacific “Big Boy” Steam Train Coming to the Valley, Here’s How to SAFELY Enjoy the Experience!** 
The historic Union Pacific Big Boy 4014 is expected to arrive in Sayre, PA on Thursday, June 11th at approximately 8:00 PM and depart on Friday, June 12th at approximately 9:00 AM.
This iconic locomotive will be leading the way as part of Union Pacific’s “America at 250” cross-country celebration, honoring our nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary. From June 9th–12th, this incredible steam engine will travel through areas of Pennsylvania and New York State, including Western New York and the Southern Tier.
As excitement builds, we want everyone to enjoy this historic event safely:
**Railroad Safety Reminders** 
Stay a MINIMUM of 25 feet away from the railroad tracks at all times. Honestly, the further back you stand, the better view you will have of this massive locomotive and its incredible size. Always assume railroad tracks are active. It is illegal and dangerous to walk on or along railroad tracks. Trains—especially freight trains—can approach quickly and quietly. Always stay alert and aware of your surroundings. Railroad yards are strictly off limits. Areas where trains are assembled, loaded, or operated are private property and can be extremely dangerous. Think of it this way—you wouldn’t walk onto an airport tarmac, and the same applies here.
**Traffic Advisory – Thursday, June 11th Around 5:00 PM** Residents and visitors should anticipate a **significant increase in vehicle and pedestrian traffic on N. Lehigh Avenue** due to the arrival of the Big Boy 4014. If you are planning to leave town around that time, please consider using **alternative travel routes** to help avoid delays and congestion.
**If possible, please utilize Shepard Road or Riverside Drive as alternate routes** instead of N. Lehigh Avenue.We appreciate everyone’s patience and cooperation as our community welcomes this historic locomotive to the Valley.
**Law enforcement will be monitoring the area closely to ensure public safety.** Multiple law enforcement agencies will be present throughout the event to help everyone safely enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime experience.We hope everyone enjoys seeing this piece of American railroad history up close while doing so responsibly and safely. **Union Pacific has done an incredible job preserving and sharing this historic locomotive**, and we can show our appreciation by enjoying the event safely and respectfully.
Stay tuned for additional safety reminders as we get closer to this exciting event!
For more information on the Owego stop, click here.
