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DECEMBER 2011 NEWS HEADLINES
Dec. 28, 2011   Mayor Wants High Speed Rail Tied to Transit
Dec. 23, 2011   City Downtown Improvements to Continue
Dec. 21, 2011   Red Deer County Passes 2012 Budget
Dec. 20, 2011   Tour Bus Set Up for Parties
Dec. 14, 2011   Lacombe Council Passes Budget; Taxes Up 3%
Dec. 13, 2011   Busy Sylvan Lake Gravel Road to be Upgraded
Dec. 10, 2011   Improvements Made at Highway Intersection
Dec. 2, 2011   Location Sought for Heritage Destination Project

NOVEMBER 2011 NEWS HEADLINES
Nov. 29, 2011   Freightliner Dealership Expansion Well Under Way
Nov. 25, 2011   Red Deer Passes 2012 $95 Million Capital Budget
Nov. 24, 2011   Rocky Airshow Postponed to 2013
Nov. 19, 2011   Bowden Refinery Retrofitted for Storage
Nov. 19, 2011   Lacombe Airport Embarks on Improvements
Nov. 17, 2011   Heliport Consulting Service Sets Up at Airport
Nov. 16, 2011   New Red Deer to Kelowna Flights Postponed
Nov. 10, 2011   Sylvan Lake Marina Concept Under Scrutiny
Nov. 3, 2011   Red Deer Airport Rebrands Itself
Nov. 2, 2011   Greyhound Announces Express Bus Service
Nov. 1, 2011   Model Train Show Draws Over 1,000

OCTOBER 2011 NEWS HEADLINES
Oct. 25, 2011   Retro Diners to be Built at Bowden
Oct. 21, 2011   Changes at Dangerous Highway Intersection
Oct. 19, 2011   New Air Passenger Service Considered
Oct. 19, 2011   City Hosts Walkable Downtown Experiment
Oct. 18, 2011   Northwestern Air Lease Returns to Red Deer
Oct. 12, 2011   Lacombe Station Exploded 100 Years Ago
Oct. 8, 2011   Major Road Project Closes Trail for 1 Year
Oct. 8, 2011   New Economy Bus Line Launched Along Corridor
Oct. 7, 2011   Innisfail Residents Lobby to Stop Train Whistles
Oct. 5, 2011   Council Approves Riverlands Redevelopment Plan
Oct. 1, 2011   Deadly Highway 11 Intersection to be Modified

SEPTEMBER 2011 NEWS HEADLINES
Sept. 30, 2011   Transit Ridership Increases on World Car Free Day
Sept. 23, 2011   Walkability Roadshow Includes Walking Tours
Sept. 19, 2011   Cyclists Applaud City Bike Lane Pilot Project
Sept. 16, 2011   Red Deer Transit Gets GreenTrip Funding
Sept. 7, 2011   Taylor Drive Plan Near Riverlands Raises Concerns

AUGUST 2011 NEWS HEADLINES
Aug. 31, 2011   Airline to Terminate Red Deer Passenger Service
Aug. 25, 2011   Little Gaetz Revitalization Well Under Way
Aug. 22, 2011   Historic Tractor Parade Highlights Pioneer Days
Aug. 19, 2011   Red Deerians Happy With Quality of Life
Aug. 13, 2011   Greyhound Cancels Some Rural Bus Routes
Aug. 8, 2011   Safety City Celebrates 10 Years
Aug. 6, 2011   Some Regional Rural Trail Sections Delayed
Aug. 5, 2011   Dangerous Highway 11 Stretch to be Reviewed

JULY 2011 NEWS HEADLINES
July 30, 2011   Springbrook to Penhold Trail Stalls
July 25, 2011   Amazing Country Race Explores Lacombe County
July 21, 2011   Two New Red Deer Trails Under Construction
July 12, 2011   Red Deer Council Approves Bike Lane Pilot Project
July 7, 2011   Three Vintage Aircraft at Airport for Two Days

JUNE 2011 NEWS HEADLINES
June 29, 2011   Alternatives to Area Freeways Suggested
June 29, 2011   New Drive Thrus Questioned in Walkable Area
June 29, 2011   City Council Decides Not to Widen Trails
June 23, 2011   Airport Looks to Attract More Passenger Carriers
June 22, 2011   CPR Steam Train to Tour Area
June 17, 2011   Tourist Railway Extension Under Way
June 17, 2011   Five Linear Parks Expected to be Completed Soon
June 15, 2011   City Seeks Public Input on 'Railyards' District
June 14, 2011   City Council Weighs Riverlands Bus Barn Options
June 8, 2011   Roundabouts Planned for Blackfalds, Olds
June 6, 2011   Transit Enthusiast Preserves Rare Classic Bus
June 3, 2011   Intersection Upgrades Could Include Roundabouts
June 3, 2011   City Recommends Modifications for Interchange

MAY 2011 NEWS HEADLINES
May 19, 2011   Future Use of Mintlaw Trestle to be Studied
May 17, 2011   Alberta Chamber Adopts Several Local Policies
May 7, 2011   Garage to Protect Artifacts at Sunnybrook Farm
May 6, 2011   Railway Police Remind Public of Train Hazards
May 5, 2011   Air Transports Visit Airport for Exercise
May 4, 2011   River Bank Trail Reopens After 2 Years Closed

APRIL 2011 NEWS HEADLINES
Apr. 29, 2011   Dow Chemical Plans Expansion to Prentiss Plant
Apr. 27, 2011   Sidewalks Dominate Traffic Spine Upgrade Ideas
Apr. 23, 2011    Airport Plan Focuses on Future Land Development
Apr. 19, 2011   Lacombe County Trail System Reviewed by Public
Apr. 5, 2011   Work Begins on Future City Ring Road

MARCH 2011 NEWS HEADLINES
Mar. 24, 2011   Double Decker Bus Cafe Approved for Downtown
Mar. 9, 2011   Future Ring Road to Include Walking, Bicycle Paths
Mar. 8, 2011   Historic Rail Bridge Gets Emergency Repairs
Mar. 4, 2011   New Neighbourhood Includes Trails, Green Space
Mar. 2, 2011   Highway 2 Barriers Prove to be Effective
Mar. 1, 2011   Lacombe County to Host Open House on Trails

FEBRUARY 2011 NEWS HEADLINES
Feb. 23, 2011   New CEO Hired for Airport
Feb. 23, 2011   Railway Projects Announced 100 Years Ago
Feb. 19, 2011   Travelaire Name Resurfaces
Feb. 15, 2011   Red Deer Transit Retires Last High-Floor Bus
Feb. 3, 2011   Repairs to Begin on Historic Rail Trestle
Feb. 3, 2011   City 32 St. Arterial Road Improvements Delayed
Feb. 3, 2011   City Traffic Alternatives to be Studied
Feb. 2, 2011   Benalto Former Rail Land Development Delayed
Feb. 2, 2011   Heavy Equipment Operator School Set to Open

JANUARY 2011 NEWS HEADLINES
Jan. 27, 2011   City Raises Concerns Over Hwy 2 Redesign Plan
Jan. 25, 2011   Airport Gets Funds for De-Icing Equipment
Jan. 25, 2011   South Red Deer College Access Road Proposed
Jan. 22, 2011   Red Deer Transit Expands Action Bus Fleet
Jan. 20, 2011   Red Deer Chamber Adopts New Policies
Jan. 19, 2011   County Applies to Fund Increased Transit Service
Jan. 19, 2011   Train Derailment Closes Highway
Jan. 15, 2011   Cross Country Skiers Benefit from Trail Grooming
Jan. 12, 2011   New Owner and Name for Sylvan Lake Marina
Jan. 11, 2011   Flight Discount Triples Airline's Business

DECEMBER 2010 NEWS HEADLINES
Dec. 27, 2010   Motorsports Shop Moves to Gasoline Alley
Dec. 15, 2010   Concerns Raised Over Highway 2 Plan
Dec. 15, 2010   Concerns Raised Over Highway 11 Plan
Dec. 14, 2010   Major Highway 2 Improvements Set for 2014
Dec. 13, 2010   Holiday Train Stops in Central Alberta
Dec. 13, 2010   Edmonton Bridge Focus of Red Deer Filmmaker
Dec. 10, 2010   Trail Between Blackfalds and Lacombe Planned
Dec. 1, 2010   Red Deer Airport Meets 2010 Passenger Target

NOVEMBER 2010 NEWS HEADLINES
Nov. 18, 2010   Highway Restaurant and Inn Close After 48 Years
Nov. 15, 2010   Sylvan Lake Senior a Serious Model Builder
Nov. 10, 2010   County Authorizes Repairs to Mintlaw Trestle
Nov. 9, 2010   Flights to Calgary or Edmonton for Ten Bucks
Nov. 3, 2010   Report Highlights Rural Impact of High Speed Rail

OCTOBER 2010 NEWS HEADLINES
Oct. 28, 2010   Forth Junction Plan Gets Tourism Board Support
Oct. 8, 2010   Proposed Downtown Gaetz Avenue Facelift Ok'd
Oct. 6, 2010   Red Deer Transit Plans to Buy Greener Buses
Oct. 6, 2010   City Approves Upgrades to Major Arterial Road

SEPTEMBER 2010 NEWS HEADLINES
Sept. 24, 2010   Highway Being Realigned North of Blackfalds
Sept. 20, 2010   Riders Rally for Bicycle Lanes in Red Deer
Sept. 18, 2010   Transportation Futurist Speaks at Conference
Sept. 13, 2010   City Sorensen Station Parkade Officially Opens
Sept. 9, 2010   City 55 Street Expansion Expected Next Year
Sept. 8, 2010   Recession Takes Toll on Red Deer Airport
Sept. 6, 2010   Last Passenger Train 25 Years Ago Today
Sept. 2, 2010   Work Begins on Heritage Rail Line Near Stettler

AUGUST 2010 NEWS HEADLINES
Aug. 30, 2010   Proposed Aviation Museum Gathers Artifacts
Aug. 18, 2010   Springbrook-Penhold Trail Makes Progress
Aug. 18, 2010   Donalda Celebrations Include New Trail
Aug. 17, 2010   Summer Cadets Get Glider Rides Near Olds
Aug. 13, 2010   Cross Canada Vintage Coasters Stop in Region
Aug. 12, 2010   100th Anniversary of Sir Wilfrid Laurier Visit
Aug. 6, 2010   New Transit Terminal Opens to Satisfied Riders
Aug. 5, 2010   Facelift Proposed for Downtown Gaetz Avenue

JULY 2010 NEWS HEADLINES
July 31, 2010   Rail Tourist Attraction Concept On Track
July 31, 2010   B.C. Family Hikes Trans Canada Trail
July 29, 2010   Grain Elevator Artwork Approved for Museum
July 27, 2010   Ambitious River Park Expansion Plan Adopted
July 17, 2010   Stettler Steam Locomotive Repairs Almost Done
July 15, 2010   Problems Scuttle Historic River Journey
July 12, 2010   New Downtown Parkade Almost Complete
July 10, 2010   Construction Won't Deter Sylvan Lake Sunbathers
July 6, 2010   Transportation Study to Include High Speed Rail
July 3, 2010   Benalto Man Builds Working Model Locomotives

JUNE 2010 NEWS HEADLINES
June 30, 2010   Prime Site Development Requires Road Changes
June 30, 2010   Historic River Journey Begins
June 29, 2010   City Transit to Apply for GreenTrip Funding
June 15, 2010   City Transit Parkade Named After Sorensen
June 15, 2010   Sylvan Lake Residents Want Green Space Kept
June 14, 2010   Enthusiasts to Preserve Transportation Heritage
June 14, 2010   Scow Replica to Celebrate Historic Dinosaur Hunt
June 11, 2010   Expert Says Urgency Needed on High Speed Rail
June 10, 2010   Highway Reopens After Train Derailment
June 9, 2010   Olds-Didsbury Airport Being Upgraded
June 7, 2010   New Blindman Pedestrian Bridge Officially Opens

MAY 2010 NEWS HEADLINES
May 29, 2010   Lacombe Trail Pioneer Guest at CARTS AGM
May 28, 2010   Several Highway 2 Improvement Projects Proceed
May 28, 2010   Province to Build Two More Roundabouts
May 28, 2010   Interchange Upgrade Planned at Red Deer South
May 28, 2010   Blackfalds to Blindman River Trail to be Built
May 27, 2010   Pedestrian Bridges Airlifted to Natural Park
May 20, 2010   25 Years of Alix Trail to be Celebrated
May 14, 2010   Grain Elevator Museum Proposed in Stettler
May 14, 2010   Lacombe County May Need Highway Upgrades
May 13, 2010   No New Major City Road Projects in 2010
May 11, 2010   Trails Society Experiences Success
May 10, 2010   Innisfail Historic Village Celebrates 40th Year
May 6, 2010   Society Searches for Railway Track
May 3, 2010   Civil Air Search Teams Stage Simulated Search

APRIL 2010 NEWS HEADLINES
Apr. 27, 2010   Lacombe to Become City This Year
Apr. 22, 2010   Median Barriers Being Installed on Highway 2
Apr. 22, 2010   Sylvan Lake Lakeshore Improvements Resume
Apr. 20, 2010   Minor Traffic Change Around Cenotaph Park
Apr. 14, 2010   Sylvan Lake Road Realignment to Proceed
Apr. 10, 2010   Airport Passengers Double in a Year
Apr. 8, 2010   Travelaire Story Comes to a Close

MARCH 2010 NEWS HEADLINES
Mar. 27, 2010   Airport to Get New De-Icing Facility
Mar. 25, 2010   Rail Spur Planned for Bowden Refinery
Mar. 24, 2010   High Speed Rail Study Prompted by Rural Groups
Mar. 24, 2010   City Parkade Construction Making Progress
Mar. 23, 2010   City Downtown Cenotaph Park to Proceed
Mar. 19, 2010   Military Reservists Finish Pedestrian Bridge
Mar. 16, 2010   Sylvan Lake Park Transferred to Town

FEBRUARY 2010 NEWS HEADLINES
Feb. 26, 2010   Lacombe County Ready to Build Trail to Blackfalds
Feb. 24, 2010   Airpark Concept Proposed for Sundre Airport
Feb. 19, 2010   Airport Reports Increase in Passenger Traffic
Feb. 11, 2010   Red Deer Now on Google Street View
Feb. 10, 2010   Highway 22 Upgrades Planned North of Rocky
Feb. 8, 2010   City Downtown Parkade to be Ready by June
Feb. 6, 2010   Snowbirds to be Featured at Rocky Airshow
Feb. 4, 2010    Major Attractions Proposed for Red Deer Area
Feb. 4, 2010    Chamber Hears Progress Report by RDRED
Feb. 3, 2010   Red Deer County Heritage Plan Approved
Feb. 3, 2010   Seniors Transportation Issues Discussed

JANUARY 2010 NEWS HEADLINES
Jan. 30, 2010   Economic Groups Partner to Attract Investment
Jan. 30, 2010   Travelaire Manufacturing Plant Closes
Jan. 29, 2010   Regional Trail Bridges to be Completed by March
Jan. 28, 2010   Sylvan Lake Road Transformation to Start Soon
Jan. 6, 2010   Former Benalto Railway Lands to be Developed

DECEMBER 2009 NEWS HEADLINES
Dec. 23, 2009   County to Purchase Historic Mintlaw Trestle for $1
Dec. 23, 2009   County Transit Service Exceeds Expectations
Dec. 23, 2009   Regional Airport Qualifies for More Improvements
Dec. 19, 2009   Several City Initiatives to Move Forward in 2010
Dec. 18, 2009   Major City Arterial Road Improvements Set
Dec. 9, 2009   Airport Looks to 2010 Major Improvements

NOVEMBER 2009 NEWS HEADLINES
Nov. 27, 2009   RV Resort Plan Endorsed by Lacombe County
Nov. 25, 2009   Clive to be Terminal of Carbon Dioxide Pipeline
Nov. 24, 2009   City Council Passes Lean Capital Budget
Nov. 17, 2009   Rail Crossing at Blackfalds Gets Funding
Nov. 6, 2009   Innisfail Highway Bypass Now Open
Nov. 5, 2009   Phase 2 of Expanded Air Service Launched
Nov. 4, 2009   Aviation Society Pursues First Stage of Museum

OCTOBER 2009 NEWS HEADLINES
Oct. 29, 2009   Highway 2 Plan Near Lacombe Raises Concerns
Oct. 29, 2009   City Landscaping Downtown Arches Project
Oct. 20, 2009   Lacombe Highway Project Tied to City Status
Oct. 19, 2009   Lacombe Walk/Run Event Raises Money for Trails
Oct. 15, 2009   High Speed Rail Needs Political Will
Oct. 15, 2009   Airline Inaugurates Passenger Service at Airport
Oct. 14, 2009   Federal Funding Announced for Trail Bridges
Oct. 8, 2009   Economic Corridor 'Tiger' Expected to Roar Again
Oct. 6, 2009   Highway 11A Interchange Improvements Begin
Oct. 3, 2009   Former Rail Line to be Rebuilt for Tourism

SEPTEMBER 2009 NEWS HEADLINES
Sept. 28, 2009   Rural Municipalities Saving on Road Projects
Sept. 18, 2009   Lacombe County to Co-Sponsor Resolutions
Sept. 16, 2009   New Scheduled Air Services Announced
Sept. 16, 2009   New Parking Lot Approved for Fort Normandeau
Sept. 10, 2009   CAEP Studies Regional Transportation Strategy

AUGUST 2009 NEWS HEADLINES
Aug. 28, 2009   New Trail Bridges to Get Military Assistance
Aug. 27, 2009   Red Deer County Transit Service Begins Soon
Aug. 24, 2009   High Speed Rail Symposium Coming to City
Aug. 21, 2009   Cyclists Lobby for Dedicated City Bike Lanes
Aug. 13, 2009   Viking Ship Replica Arrives in Red Deer
Aug. 13, 2009   No More Free Parking for Westerner Major Events
Aug. 12, 2009   College May Receive Loan for Road Work
Aug. 11, 2009   Ski Patrol to Help Keep City Trails Safe
Aug. 7, 2009   Airport Company Fights BC Wildfires
Aug. 6, 2009   Water Intake Project Detours City Trail


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