Our regularly posted News Feed provides you with convenient links on the latest news in the bicycle and pedestrian world. Check below for New Jersey headlines, crash reports, and the latest from around the county and the world.
NJ Bike/Ped Headlines
Main Street/Route 71 Improvement Project in Asbury Park
May 11, 2021 – ahherald.com
South Amboy Receives $1 Million for Cyclist/Pedestrian Link
May 14, 2021 – tapinto.net
Bound Brook’s vision for a pedestrian plaza inches closer to reality
May 14, 2021 – mycentraljersey.com
Op-Ed: For NJ cyclists, a vehicle door can be an invitation to injury
May 18, 2021 – njspotlight.com
5 Bergen, Passaic County towns get NJ DOT funds to improve pedestrian safety in downtowns
May 18, 2021 – northjersey.com
Will Jersey’s Most Vulnerable Road Users Finally Get Equal Protection?
May 19, 2021 – blog.tstc.org
N.J. needs law to make the roads safer for pedestrians, cyclists, committee says
May 20, 2021 – tapinto.net
Fulop Pedals to Work to Raise Awareness of Bike Safety
May 22, 2021 – tapinto.net
Plan advancing to expand NJ move-over law to cyclists and others
May 27, 2021 – nj1015.com
New Jersey Bike & Walk Coalition Kicks Off the 12ᵗʰ Annual New Jersey Bike & Walk Summit with Keynote Speakers Lieutenant Governor Sheila Oliver and U.S. Representative of New Jersey 11ᵗʰ Congressional District Mikie Sherrill
June 2, 2021 – insidernj.com
Committee Advances Karabinchak, Swain, Stanley & Murphy Legislation Requiring Greater Driver Caution Around Pedestrians, Cyclists
June 2, 2021 – insidernj.com
Bill requiring drivers to move over when passing bikes, pedestrians takes step forward
June 3, 2021 – nj.com
Princeton Pedestrian & Bicycle Committee Receives Advocacy Award
June 3, 2021 – patch.com
N.J. e-bike shop opens with mission to support kids
June 4, 2021 – nj.com
Input Sought on Paterson Bicycle Plan
June 7, 2021 – tapinto.net
Jersey Shore recreation trail network to get crucial missing link
June 7, 2021 – pressofatlanticcity.com
Upgrades continue at Long Branch, NJ rail station — the next transit village?
June 7, 2021 – nj1015.com
City Planning Board Lays Out Master Plan to Public, Asks for Input
June 8, 2021 – tapinto.net
Coalition Recognizes Fulop for Making Jersey City More Bike Friendly
June 9, 2021 – tapinto.net
N.J. roads (and a boardwalk) would get fixed in $547B House bill. See what’s in your county.
June 9, 2021 – nj.com
Newark Plans Improvements for Walkers and Bikers Near NJPAC
June 9, 2021 – jerseydigs.com
Crash Reports
Hoboken Police Seek Driver Who Hit Bicycle Delivery Man
May 9, 2021 – patch.com
Hackettstown police looking for driver involved in pedestrian crash
May 10, 2021 – wfmz.com
Mom dies, teen daughter hurt after they’re hit by car on Mother’s Day, police say
May 10, 2021 – nj.com
Driver Drops Cigarette, Hits 2 Toms River Pedestrians: Police
May 10, 2021 – patch.com
DEVELOPING: Pedestrian Airlifted After Being Struck In Sayreville
May 12, 2021 – dailyvoice.com
Cyclist injured in Hopewell Boro car accident
May 13, 2021 – mercerme.com
Lower Man, 65, Killed by Motorist on Bay Drive
May 14, 2021 – capemaycountyherald.com
In race for sheriff, primary rival calls for investigation into 5-year-old crash
May 14, 2021 – nj.com
Pedestrian struck, killed on N.J. road, police say
May 15, 2021 – nj.com
Unidentified Pedestrian Struck and Killed in Vineland Friday Night
May 15, 2021 – wpgtalkradio.com
Pedestrian in Fatal Friday Night Vineland Crash Identified
May 17, 2021 – wpgtalkradio.com
Police, EMS Crews Respond To Pedestrian Hit-Run Crash In Hazlet
May 18, 2021 – dailyvoice.com
Juvenile critically injured in pedestrian, motor vehicle crash
May 18, 2021 – fox29.com
Police update: cyclist hit last week has passed away
May 18, 2021 – mercerme.com
NJ State Police investigating fatal hit-and-run in West Deptford Township
May 19, 2021 – 6abc.com
N.J. pedestrian deaths increased last year, even with pandemic. Experts are alarmed.
May 20, 2021 – nj.com
Pedestrian, 38, dies after he’s hit by driver who suffered medical emergency, cops say
May 20, 2021 – nj.com
Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Vehicle on NJ-17 in Bergen County
May 22, 2021 – rlsmedia.com
Pedestrian killed in early morning N.J. crash, police say
May 22, 2021 – nj.com
Metuchen man’s death spurs pedestrian safety legislation
May 24, 2021 – mycentraljersey.com
Fatal Hit-And-Run Under Investigation In Bridgewater
May 27, 2021 – patch.com
Man charged with leaving fatal Trenton crash that killed pedestrian, cops say
May 31, 2021 – nj.com
Man found dead in street was beaten before car ran over him, cops say announcing new arrest
June 3, 2021 – nj.com
Old Bridge woman critically injured in Woodbridge crash off Route 9
June 4, 2021 – mycentraljersey.com
Brand new highway: Route 206 Bypass in Hillsborough, NJ finally open
June 5, 2021 – nj1015.com
86-year-old man struck, killed in Linden
June 6, 2021 – nj.com
Cops ID pedestrian struck and killed in Linden
June 7, 2021 – nj.com
Blotter: Fatal pedestrian accident, harassment, identity theft
June 9, 2021 – lebtown.com
Addressing Barriers to Bike/Ped for Underprivileged Communities
Jersey City’s new Climate and Energy Action Plan is a win-win, officials say
May 11, 2021 – nj.com
‘Change is hard’: Why the future of a car-free MLK Drive remains in flux
May 13, 2021 – why.org
Essex Hudson Greenway Project to Provide Significant Economic Impact Across Northern New Jersey, Project Endorsed by Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey
May 18, 2021 – insidernj.com
Invisible Cyclists: Why People of Color Need To Be Part Of Post-Pandemic Transportation Planning
May 20, 2021 – milwaukeeindependent.com
New Albany bike/pedestrian plan unveiled with a focus on equity
May 21, 2021 – timesunion.com
Amazon got land SEPTA wanted. Will it delay a much-needed trolley upgrade?
May 30, 2021 – inquirer.com
PBOT’s ‘Streets 2035’ initiative is under the radar, but could have vast implications
June 7, 2021 – bikeportland.org
National
Officials halfway through planning stage on pedestrian trails project in Dubois Co.
May 10, 2021 – 14news.com
Earl Blumenauer Bridge: Portland nets bike, pedestrian link
May 10, 2021 – pamplinmedia.com
Streets Week!: Mayor de Blasio Announces Record Creation of Bus and Bicycle Lanes Planned for 2021
May 11, 2021 – www1.nyc.gov
After walking and biking gained momentum during pandemic, CT towns become more pedestrian friendly
May 13, 2021 – fairfieldcitizenonline.com
What can be done for bike, pedestrian safety?
May 17, 2021 – eastvalleytribune.com
This is how the sidewalks-bike work according to the DGT, why are cyclists facing pedestrians?
May 22, 2021 – explica.co
Events: How federal funds could be repurposed to make local streets work better for all users
May 24, 2021 – ggwash.org
Most Dangerous Streets in Denver
May 26, 2021 – westword.com
Pedestrian safety concerns and accidents prompt city planning and infrastructure changes
May 31, 2021 – rapidgrowthmedia.com
Micro-mobility infrastructure plan targets downtown Miami
June 1, 2021 – miamitodaynews.com
Advocates, county leaders call for change to improve pedestrian and bicycle safety at Metro stations
June 2, 2021 – tysonsreporter.com
Critics say NOACA’s long-range plan update won’t reduce regional car dependence, improve safety; agency welcomes feedback
June 3, 2021 – cleveland.com
Flanders Crossing, new bicycle and pedestrian bridge over I-405, opens in NW Portland
June 5, 2021 – oregonlive.com
Letter: Support of road safety efforts in Newport in the form of improved markings for bicyclists on the roads
June 7, 2021 – whatsupnewp.com
College Station leaders discuss action on road improvements
June 7, 2021 – theeagle.com
UF plans to create an auto-free zone on campus
June 7, 2021 – alligator.org
Pedestrian bridge could be renamed for Keene mayor who championed it
June 7, 2021 – sentinelsource.com
Waco: State to Fund Two Bike Projects Totaling $4 Million
June 7, 2021 – virtualbx.com
‘A disaster waiting to happen’: East Bay Bike Path detour doesn’t ride well with cyclists
June 8, 2021 – providencejournal.com
‘Game-changer:’ ACHD will separate bike lanes on arterial roads moving forward
June 8, 2021 – kivitv.com
Bike-ped bridge is an uphill struggle in OC and WL
June 8, 2021 – pamplinmedia.com
International
New technology will end ‘scary’ red reverts at hundreds of Ottawa intersections
May 15, 2021 – cbc.ca
Paris plans to pedestrianise historic centre
May 15, 2021 – themayor.eu
Hamburg keeps vulnerable road users safe with new sensor installations
May 17, 2021 – themayor.eu
Bicycle facilities in Oberursel to enhance the environment for cyclists
May 18, 2021 – themayor.eu
José María Villalobos Ramos: We will be the second Spanish city with most kilometres of cycling routes per inhabitant
May 26, 2021 – themayor.eu
E-scooters, e-bikes return to Calgary streets
May 28, 2021 – cbc.ca
Tyrol launches a new app for cycling
May 28, 2021 – themayor.eu
Belit Onay: Our priority is to have a car-free city centre with more space for cycling and walking
May 31, 2021 – themayor.eu
The Acropolis becomes accessible to people of all abilities
June 3, 2021 – themayor.eu
Florence traffic is about to get smarter
June 3, 2021 – themayor.eu
Cities worldwide took space for cars and gave it to people during the pandemic. Will it stick?
June 7, 2021 – news.vcu.edu
Tofino considers electric bike restrictions
June 7, 2021 – westerlynews.ca
Can Vancouver-based Damon Motorcycles redefine the ride?
June 8, 2021 – electricautonomy.ca
Brazilian Mayor Became a Global Guru of Urban Planning
June 9, 2021 – wsj.com