Shell trains helicopter passengers in survival

Sunday, May 13th, 2012

Like other oil companies, Shell relies heavily on helicopters to transport its crews and contractors to offshore oil platforms. While most helicopter flights go smoothly, Shell is investing big in training and equipment to reduce the chance of disaster and boost the odds of survival in a crash over the cold, open sea.

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Farmpark features rail fun all weekend

Thursday, May 3rd, 2012

Farmpark in Kirtland presents "Railroads in the Parks" Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Highlights include model trains, a railroad-themed play area, activities, historical exhibits and more. Admission is $6 for adults, $5 for visitors 60 and over, and $4 for children 2-11. Children under 2 and Farmpark members are free. In addition, all Lake County residents enjoy free entry with ...

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Lake Metroparks Farmpark's to host annual Railroads in the Parks event

Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012

The event is from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Lake Metroparks Farmpark, 8800 Euclid Chardon Road, Kirtland. Farmpark admission is $4 for ages 2 to 11, $5 for ages 60 and over and $6 for ages 12 to 59. Children younger than 2 are free.

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Pakenham: Model trains stolen from shed

Tuesday, March 27th, 2012

POLICE are appealing for information following a burglary at a property where 24 pieces of valuable model train equipment was stolen.

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Model trains on display at Poway museum

Wednesday, February 29th, 2012

The Poway Historical and Memorial Society is presenting a new model train exhibit at the Heritage Museum, located in Old Poway Park.

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Kelly Cutrone Fashion Week critique

Thursday, February 16th, 2012

New ''Top Model'' judge trains her unwavering gaze on the front-row styles of celebs at the N.Y. shows

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Waynesville's Fun Things Etc. hosts free model train exhibit

Wednesday, February 1st, 2012

WAYNESVILLE — The Smoky Mountain Model Railroaders will set up their collection of electric Lionel model trains Friday at Fun Things Etc., 196 N. Main St. The free display will be open through Feb. 12.

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Library hosts modular train event Saturday

Friday, December 2nd, 2011

FARGO - The Red River Modules Model Railroad Club will display and demonstrate model trains from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the public library's community room in downtown Fargo.

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Hot Ticket: Behind the Myths, model trains, handmade items

Saturday, November 19th, 2011

Special-effects experts Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman will take a stab at establishing the validity of adages, news stories and rumors in this live version of their TV show " Mythbusters ."

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Model trains on display for Toys for Tots today

Sunday, November 13th, 2011

G-Gauge model trains will be on display today to benefit the U.S. Marine Toys for Tots program.

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