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In the past few weeks, residents of Central Square have been puzzled by the sound of train horns echoing in the night, around 10-11pm. Despite the absence of any above-ground stations in the vicinity, the horn seems to originate from a distant location. The mystery has sparked curiosity among locals, leading to a series of discussions on social media platforms, particularly Reddit, about the possible source of this nocturnal noise.
Answers from Social Media
The Reddit discussion has provided some plausible explanations. One user suggests that the sound could be coming from the Grand Junction, a railway line that runs from Twin City Plaza, along Vassar, to the BU bridge. This line is used to move trains from North Station to South Station, although it does not carry passengers. The user also explains that sound travels farther in winter due to denser air and the absence of leaves on trees to block the sound…