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FRA Advances Use of Bio-Based Fuels and Lubricants with New Research Grants

December 2, 2010 Railfanning.org News Wire
WASHINGTON — U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood announced two research grants totaling $766,562 intended to advance the use of bio-based fuels and lubricants with the goal of cleaner air and decreasing the nation’s dependence on fossil fuels.

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Union Pacific Railroad Invention Still Takes Skiers to the Top

December 1, 2010 Railfanning.org News Wire
OMAHA, Neb. — The 2010 ski season marks the 75th anniversary of the world’s first chair lift operation.

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MC Elfie making noise for the Holiday Train

December 1, 2010 Railfanning.org News Wire
CALGARY — The CP Holiday Train has inspired its first ever animated music video now playing on YouTube. MC Elfie and Santa both rap about the Holiday Train, its mission for food banks and the generosity of communities in this two minute flick that captures the true spirit of the season.

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Amtrak to Allow Firearms in Checked Baggage

December 1, 2010 Railfanning.org News Wire
WASHINGTON – Effective Dec. 15, Amtrak will begin to accept unloaded firearms in checked baggage at stations and on trains operating within the United States that offer checked baggage service.

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