Press releases, news alerts and advisories from agencies around the region. We post them here so you don’t have to navigate clunky government websites. If you have news to share, send your press releases to us via our contact page.
In the Lithuanian capitol of Vilnius, they respect their bike lanes. Check out the PSA below that features the city’s mayor, A. Zuokas driving a tank over expensive cars illegally parked in the bike lane. I love that he not only destroys the Mercedes, but he sweeps the bike lane afterwards. And he rides too! … Read more
Press release below: The City of Vancouver Long Range Planning Department in partnership with Bad Monkey Bikes, Board, and Skate is offering a chance to have your photo on the next cover of the City’s bicycle map. The City is preparing to update its ‘Cycling the Cities’ bicycle map and complete the fourth print run … Read more
The Sprockettes first-ever summer camp for girls concluded with a great performance at Salmon Street fountain during Sunday Parkways. Tiago Dejerk caught it on film:
Four students from Oregon Health & Science University are on a five week, 1,000 mile bike trip through Oregon. The students, three of them studying medicine and one aspiring veterinarian, are using the trip to raise awareness about the healthcare challenges faced by rural communities. The students are stopping along the way to talk with … Read more
An interesting big of information from the US DOT that could have some influence on local policy: New research shows enforcement cuts distracted driving Pilot Programs in Syracuse, NY and Hartford, CT Significantly Curb Texting and Cell Phone Use Behind the Wheel SYRACUSE – U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood today announced dramatic reductions in distracted … Read more
This just in…. Chairman Mica Statement on Democrat Attacks on Reauthorization Proposal Washington, DC – Transportation Committee Chairman John L. Mica (R-FL) released the following statement in response to Democrat attacks on an outline presented last week by Committee leaders to reauthorize federal transportation programs: “It is disappointing and sad that some Democrats have launched … Read more
“A Million Spokes” is a new feature length documentary on the amazing RAGBRAI ride. Check the trailer below:
The Alliance for Biking and Walking will publish a print guide and website to “increase success with Open Streets initiatives.” This is great news for anyone that has experienced the impact of Sunday Parkways or similar events throughout the country. Read the press release below… New Alliance Partnership to Advance Open Streets Movement Washington, DC … Read more
