PPPs not a solution for better buses and trains – Greens

Friday, March 30th, 2012

Public-private partnerships (PPPs) are not the way to get better buses and trains, or better value for money from transport, said the Green Party today.

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Trains roll into Essex Jct.

Sunday, March 4th, 2012

Hundreds flocked to Essex Junction for the annual model train show put on by Vermont Rails.

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Photos: Model train show features big layouts, tiny trains

Monday, February 27th, 2012

Local model train clubs were on hand as were dozens of vendors selling everything from CD's featuring the sounds of trains in rumbling high-fidelity to collectors offering the rarest of vintage models.

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Model train show in Lena draws many people

Sunday, February 26th, 2012

Lovers of model trains converge in Lena for an exhibition of their favorite toys.

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Privatisation pushed for NSW trains

Sunday, February 12th, 2012

A report has recommended the immediate privatisation of sections of the New South Wales rail network, to improve services and drive down costs.

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Model-making mecca in Petaluma

Sunday, February 12th, 2012

Petaluma was a mecca Saturday for hobbyists who have made building tiny trains, warships and other models into an art form, and are trying to widen their audience.

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Model Train Museum Now Open in Former Hobby Shop

Wednesday, February 8th, 2012

Missourian Photo. A museum-quality model train layout is currently under construction at Iron Horse Trains, 11 W. Main St. in Downtown Washington. The finished layout will be complete with six levels of track for HO scale trains.

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Auctions: Philadelphia-area auctions offer trains and metal memorabilia

Friday, February 3rd, 2012

Three sales next week will offer items appealing to the metallurgically minded: a gold presentation trophy; a collection of brass model railroad trains, and advertising signs made of tin. Off to the smelters.

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Big E hosts Railroad Hobby Show

Sunday, January 29th, 2012

Model railroad trains have rolled into the big E expo center.

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Model trains entertain all ages

Friday, January 27th, 2012

Hundreds of model train enthusiasts had an opportunity to view and operate elaborate layouts as well as buy and sell new and antique trains last Saturday during the annual Train Collector’s Associatio

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