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Here's a few web sites that I frequent. Most are railroad related, some are not. Maybe there is something you'll find interesting as well. Site Name (sites open in new window). Western Pacific Railroad Historical Society. The other web site I developed and maintain. Check it out if you are interested at all in the Western Pacific. The Feather River Rail Society/Western Pacific Railroad Museum official site. Ever wanted to run a locomotive? You can here. Check it out! Great resources for caboose fans.
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The Railroad Modeler: Amtrak Brings A Touch Of Elegance Back To The Coast Starlight
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The Railroad Modeler Is Now Closed! Wednesday, February 10, 2010. Amtrak Brings A Touch Of Elegance Back To The Coast Starlight. Source: Amtrak (Press Release). Elegant dinner service aims to improve customer satisfaction. Amtrak listened to what passengers were telling us when they said ‘a premium train service deserves a premium place setting for meals—not throwaway plastic’," said Brian Rosenwald Chief of Product Development. "We are committed to customer satisfaction and in favo...Fiscal year 2009 wa...
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The Railroad Modeler: Final Environmental Report To Electrify Caltrain Receives Clearance
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The Railroad Modeler Is Now Closed! Friday, March 26, 2010. Final Environmental Report To Electrify Caltrain Receives Clearance. Source: Caltrain (Press Release). The plan to electrify Caltrain will achieve a major milestone pending certification of the Final Environmental Impact Report and Project Adoption on April 1 by the Board of Directors. Under the National Environmental Policy Act, the Federal Transit Administration issued the Findings of No Significant Impact for the Environmental Assessment in 2...
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The Railroad Modeler: Live Entertainment Lights Up Caltrain Holiday Train
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The Railroad Modeler Is Now Closed! Tuesday, November 24, 2009. Live Entertainment Lights Up Caltrain Holiday Train. Source: CalTrain (Press Release). The glittering Caltrain Holiday Train. Which will stop at nine stations the weekend of Dec. 5 and 6, has become a popular showcase for local musicians. Live performances, onboard the train and at each station before the train’s arrival, help get everyone into the spirit of the season. The Holiday Train’s second stop on Saturday will be in Redwood Cit...
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The Railroad Modeler: Caltrain Addresses Recent Delays
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The Railroad Modeler Is Now Closed! Tuesday, February 16, 2010. Caltrain Addresses Recent Delays. Source: Caltrain (Press Release). You might say, “But I was three trains behind the one that wouldn’t start” or “I was traveling in the opposite direction; what gives? While Caltrain has implemented a number of contingencies, such as a stand-by set of equipment and crossovers to bypass breakdowns, customers still feel the impact when the problems are bigger than the contingencies. During delays, announcement...
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The Railroad Modeler: BNSF Shareholders Approve Sale To Berkshire Hathaway
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The Railroad Modeler Is Now Closed! Friday, February 12, 2010. BNSF Shareholders Approve Sale To Berkshire Hathaway. Source: BNSF (Press Release). Burlington Northern Santa Fe Corporation (BNSF; NYSE:BNI) shareholders today voted overwhelmingly in favor of the company's acquisition by Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (Berkshire; NYSE: BRK.A, BRK.B), securing a path for BNSF Railway to continue to build upon its position as one of America's premier freight transportation companies. Athearn HO Scale SD60M Locomotiv...
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The Railroad Modeler: Caltrain Holiday Train Collects More Than 4,000 Toys
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The Railroad Modeler Is Now Closed! Monday, December 14, 2009. Caltrain Holiday Train Collects More Than 4,000 Toys. Source: Caltrain (Press Release). The holiday season will be brighter for thousands of children thanks to the generosity of people who donated toys during Caltrain’s ninth annual Holiday Train last weekend, Dec. 5 and 6. Working at the San Francisco rail yard at Sixth and Townsend streets, Caltrain staff and volunteers spent weeks decorating the train for this festive tradition. The Caltra...
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The Railroad Modeler: The BNSF Honors Three Shortline Railroads For Partnership Excellence
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The Railroad Modeler Is Now Closed! Thursday, November 19, 2009. The BNSF Honors Three Shortline Railroads For Partnership Excellence. Source: BNSF (Press Release). BNSF Railway Company (BNSF) recognized three shortline railroads for their tremendous success and partnership over the past year with a BNSF Shortline Achievement Award at this year's 14th Annual Shortline Conference on Oct. 19, 2009 in Fort Worth, Texas. The relationship BNSF has with these shortline railroads and the growth of both business...
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The Railroad Modeler: Athearn HO Scale 50ft Sieco Box Car - BNSF
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The Railroad Modeler Is Now Closed! Monday, December 14, 2009. Athearn HO Scale 50ft Sieco Box Car - BNSF. Athearn HO Scale Ready To Run 50' SIECO Box Car - BNSF #723611. Fully assembled and ready for your layout. Completely detailed full cusion underframe. Separately applied wire grab irons and etched end platforms. Ready To Roll 70-Ton trucks. Machined RP25 profile metal wheels. While not holding the dominant position in the world of railborne freight that they had before World War II, the boxcar still...
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The Railroad Modeler: BNSF Named Finalist As CivilianJobs.com Most Valuable Employer For Military
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The Railroad Modeler Is Now Closed! Thursday, March 18, 2010. BNSF Named Finalist As CivilianJobs.com Most Valuable Employer For Military. Source: BNSF (Press Release). CivilianJobs.com helps veterans look for civilian employees. The MVE for Military helps military-experienced job seekers identify the top employers to target for civilian careers. MVEs are selected annually based on those employers whose recruiting, training and retention plans best serve military service members and veterans. The Cajon P...