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SunLine & CTE Host International Fuel Cell Bus Workshop
Feb 24, 2015
(Atlanta, GA) The Center for Transportation and the Environment (CTE) has partnered with SunLine Transit Agency to host the 2015 International Fuel Cell Bus Workshop (IFCBW) February 24-26th in Thousand Palms, California. We are expecting more than 130 guests representing global transit...
SunLine Receives Federal Funds for Five Hydrogen Electric Hybrid Fuel Cell Buses
Feb 6, 2015
SunLine Transit Agency Receives $9.8 Million in Federal Funds for Five Hydrogen Electric Hybrid Fuel Cell Buses
Thousand Palms, CA – February 06, 2015: SunLine Transit Agency, in partnership with the Southern California Association of Governments, has been awarded $9.8 million in federal funding...
SunLine wins Transit Innovation Award
Nov 17, 2014
Thousand Palms, CA – November 13, 2014: SunLine Transit Agency was honored with the Transit Innovation Award at the 49th Annual California Transit Association Conference and Expo. The Transit Innovation Award was added this year by the California Transit Association to recognize outstanding...
SunLine Participating in 8th Annual Fill the Bus Food Drive on November 6, 2014
Nov 5, 2014
Thousand Palms, CA – October 29, 2014: SunLine Transit Agency (STA) will hold its 8th Annual Holiday Food Drive, Thursday, November 06, 2014 from 7:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. This annual event helps feed families in need and the homeless during the Holiday season. It’s time to clear out your pantry or...
Mobile Music Festival to Take Place on SunLine Buses!
Oct 24, 2014
Thousand Palms, CA – October 24, 2014: On Saturday, November 01, 2014 some bus riders on the 111 bus line will be treated to live music from 27 local acts that are lined up to perform in the 111 Music Festival. Taking advantage of the intimate and unique atmosphere of SunLine buses to expose the...
SunLine to participate in the Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drill
Oct 15, 2014
Thousand Palms, CA – October 15, 2014: On Thursday, October 16th at 10:16 A.M. SunLine Transit Agency—a first responder for regional natural disasters and emergencies will be participating in the largest earthquake drill in the nation. A mock emergency announcement will be made to passengers,...
SunLine to Assist Local Students by Packing the Bus with School Supplies
Aug 1, 2014
Thousand Palms, CA – August 1, 2014: On Saturday, August 9, 2014, SunLine Transit Agency will be holding a drive to assist students in the Coachella Valley who need backpacks and school supplies. The “Pack the Bus” Backpack and School Supply Drive is designed to offer struggling families some...
SunLine & Desert Regional Medical Center Honor Student Art Contest Winners
Jun 17, 2014
Event Featured Unveiling of SunLine’s Two New Hydrogen Fuel Cell Buses Wrapped in Winners’ Art
Thousand Palms, CA, June 10, 2014: SunLine Transit Agency honored Taylor Schlicht of Palm Valley School, and Veida Kirby of Nellie N. Coffman Middle School — winners of the first annual SunLine Student...
SunLine Participates in 9th Annual “Dump the Pump” Day
Jun 16, 2014
Agency to Offer Free Rides to Coachella Valley Residents and Visitors Thursday, June 19, 2014 from 5:00 a.m. to Noon
Thousand Palms, CA - June 12, 2014: With the return of high gas prices, SunLine Transit Agency announced today that it will join with other public transportation systems nationwide...