A reminder for RIDOT that the Coventry Greenway between Whitford and Station Streets is closed during construction.
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Linear Park Update
Here is the latest correspondence I’ve received from RIDOT concerning keeping the Washington Bridge open during construction. While RIDOT is certainly due credit for completing the projects that they highlighted, I think it’s hard for them to argue that a fair share of State transportation dollars are being spent on non-automobile projects. I was very… read more
[Updated!] Dangerous Bump on Coventry Greenway
Beware of warped bridge decking on one of the bridges on the newly opened section of the Coventry Greenway.
Westerly: Rte. 91 Bicycle Restrictions
We received the following announcement from RIDOT: Westerly: Rte. 91 (Oak St./Westerly-Bradford Rd.) from Rte. 3 (High St.) to State Highway Garage, and from State Highway Garage to Bradford Railroad Bridge, various lane closures for construction, Monday-Friday from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. A one-way alternating traffic pattern may be in place from 9 a.m.… read more
South County Bike Path Expansion
From RIDOT: The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) has announced that the William C. O’Neill (South County) Bike Path will be expanded. Starting Monday, August 2, 2010 crews will begin work on the next segment of the path which currently covers 5.6 miles between the Kingston Railroad Station and Route 108. The new segment,… read more
Livable Communities Act
From the League of American Cyclists, particularly pertinent for those of us in RI, because Senator Reed sits on the Senate Banking Committee which is hearing the bill: Congress is considering a measure that could unleash funding for bicycle and pedestrian facilities and make important strides towards building “active transportation networks.” Tomorrow is a critical… read more
Another Loss Hits Close to Home
Bruce, via the NBW list, pointed to a Projo article about another cyclist, with ties to RI, being killed. A 21-year-old Brown University student riding across the country to raise money for affordable housing was killed Tuesday in South Dakota after she was struck by a semi-trailer truck’s wide load as she checked phone messages… read more
Good articles in Rails-to-Trails
The current (Fall 2010) issue of the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC) magazine has several articles that may of interest. The cover story on the 22 mile Cape Cod rail trail gives its history, some photos, and touring tips. It also has a story and photos of the NY High-Line, an imaginative reuse of an abandoned railroad… read more
Recycle-A-Bike Raising funds to build community bike shop
Recycle-A-Bike has started a fundraising campaign for the construction of a shop on the Steelyard property to help organize, expand and provide greater service to the community.
Busing the Bike
As many are likely aware, the RIPTA bus system enables cyclists to expand their area of travel through their Rack n’ Ride system. Each RIPTA bus is able to carry two bikes and there is no additional charge. Many people have been eased into bicycle commuting by putting their bike on the bus into work… read more
“Frank’s Law” is the law!
On its last day the General Assembly approved “safe passing” bills H7243A (sponsor: Gemma) and S2706A (Connors) which the Governor has allowed to become law without his signature. Al Gemma took the leadership to get something passed and so it was basically his version of 3 similar bills that essentially calls for motorists to pass… read more
Full Moon Bike Ride
This Saturday, June 26th, is the Full Moon. That means Saturday night at 11:59pm, folks are going to meet on the Point Street Bridge on their bicycles for an awesome bike ride around the Providence area. See the Facebook page for full details and to RSVP.