As many have already probably found, or read elsewhere, starting on July 9th, 2012, RIDOT is finally beginning working on the George Washington Bridge connector of the East Bay Bike Path. This project will widen the barely 3 foot wide sidewalk in to the George Redman Linear Park. Unfortunately, despite many conversations with RIDOT and… read more
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Cabot Community Tour Pictures
I snagged some pictures during the Cabot Community Tour this past weekend. I you snagged some more pictures from the event, please send them along and we can add them to this photo album.
What if Roads Were Treated Like Cycle Lanes?
What if roadways were treated with the same “respect” as bicycle and pedestrian facilities? This is exactly the question The London Cycling Campaign is asking on a recent blog post. I do encourage everyone to have a look at the images they posted, none of them will likely shock you. I’m sure we all have… read more
America Bikes Analysis of Latest National Transportation Bill
Many of you may have heard Congress has been burning the midnight oil recently to extend a Federal Transportation Bill before a deadline next Monday. There have been a lot of rumors floating around that there would be negative impact on Federal funds for pedestrian and bicycling projects. It now appears the bill is out… read more
Post Construction Traffic Flow
As you may know, RIDOT is about half way through a major sidewalk renovation and parking diet along Hope Street in Bristol. They current plan is to remove one lane of parking along the downtown stretch, to widen each of the lanes to make it safer for all road users; many car mirrors have been… read more
South Kingston Cyclists Struck by Driver
The Providence Journal is reporting another cyclist was struck by a motorists a few days ago: SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. — A South Kingstown bicyclist is recovering at Rhode Island Hospital after he was hit by a car Sunday night just off Route 1, near South County Hospital. The crash happened in the area of Kenyon… read more
Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council, Summer Ride Series announced
Our friends at the WRWC have just announced their summer ride series. Ride options include opportunities to check out some local ice cream stands, bike and hike or bike and swim, as well as learn about the history of the Woonasquatucket River Valley. Full details on their events page. Rides generally leave from beneath… read more
South County News
Last year, Healthy Places by Design, an initiative in RI supported by the RI Department of Health via a grant from the Centers for Disease Control, selected South Kingstown as well as Pawtucket and North Kingstown for a pilot project. With strong involvement from volunteers, the town and the YMCA, 3 working groups have been… read more
2012 Annual Meeting and Open Forum on Riding in Rhode Island
Updated: Location Changed! The Board of the Rhode Island Bicycle Coalition will be holding it’s annual member’s meeting on Monday, July 9th 2012. The evening will begin with a short formal meeting to elect Vice President and Treasurer as well as establish committee chairpersons. After the business is concluded, a presentation discussing highlights of… read more
Cabot Community Tour and Bicycles
The 2012 Community Tour celebrates those who give their hearts, time and skills to strengthen communities. The two-month program kicked off on May 12 in Miami and continues up the East Coast, closely following the route of the East Coast Greenway and culminating in Portland, Maine, on July 7, the International Day of Cooperatives. The Tour… read more
Bikes, Food, & Music in Warren
Thanks to Discover Warren: Food Trucks on the Waterfront, Warren RI on June 30, 4-7 pm, at Burrs Hill Park. The 7 participating food trucks will have specials for cyclists – just show them your helmet or your East Coast Greenway cap! Easily accessed from the East Bay Bikepath… food by Mijos Tacos, Rocket, Like… read more
some small advances in highway safety??
The 2012 RI General Assembly has adjourned! Though our vulnerable road user bills never made it out of committee, the Assembly did pass “complete street bills” (H7352 Martin, S2131 DiPalma) that now have been transmitted to the Governor who has 2 weeks to decide what to do. The bills improve current law a bit by… read more