August 19th, 2025 by WCBC Radio

A locomotive designed for heavy industrial switching and railroad yard service has found a new home in Western Maryland. The former Conemaugh & Black Lick Railroad SW7 #111 will be coming to the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad just in time for RailFest in September when it will receive an official welcome. The acquisition was made possible through the Kovalchick Family and Corporation, and JC and Annie McHugh of McHugh Locomotive. The locomotive is the last survivor of the original 25 SW7s based out of Johnstown.