(Chesterton, IN) - The South Shore Railroad will provide free commuter train rides to emergency responders next month.

 

All doctors, nurses, EMTs, paramedics, firefighters, other medical personnel and law enforcement can ride at no cost from September 6-11.

 

Medical and law enforcement personnel must only present a valid work ID to verify their employment.

 

“The South Shore Line is honored to serve the men and women who dedicate their lives to protecting and caring for our communities,” said Amber Kettring, Manager of Customer Service and Communication for the railroad.

 

 “This is our way of saying thank you and showing appreciation for their service,” she said.

 

Throughout the year, the SSL welcomes various groups to take advantage of free transportation on designated days.

 

In the near future, the train will be offering free transportation for military personnel, including active-duty, reserves, and veterans, in honor of Veterans Day.

 

The railroad operates trains daily from South Bend to Chicago with stops in between in places like Michigan City.