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Amtrak’s Philly to Pittsburgh Train is Now Bike Accessible
The Pennsylvanian is a once a day train that travels from NY Penn Station to Union Station in Pittsburgh via Philadelphia and is partially subsidized by PennDOT. Amtrak began expanding bike access in 2016 with the launch of bike service on the Washington to Chicago...
The Lower Merion/Narberth Greenway Is Gaining Momentum
By Kimberley Bezak, Narberth Cycling Club This past weekend, over 50 community members from the Greater Philadelphia region strapped on their helmets and hopped on their bicycles to join Narberth Cycling Club, Lower Merion Township’s Department of Building &...
Call The PA Senate Transportation Committee and Demand Safe Streets for Pedestrians and Bicyclists!
Pennsylvania cities and towns lack the ability to install parking protected bike lanes and pedestrian plazas -- something other states have been benefiting from for years. Protected bike lanes keep cyclists safe, increase cycling as a form of transportation and...
A New Name: Why We’re Launching We Bike PHL
At the WTF Cycling Mixer on Friday, a new name for the Bicycle Coalition’s initiative to encourage riders of genders underrepresented in the cycling world was unveiled. We Bike PHL, which was selected through a community-driven process, replaces Women Bike PHL as the...
Vision Zero Report Shows Importance of Advocacy on Public Policy
The City released its 2-year Vision Zero update on Tuesday, noting the wins and shortfalls of the City of Philadelphia’s effort to bring all traffic deaths down to zero by 2030. The report denotes the numerous ways the city has attempted to change the existing street...
Tuesday: Vision Zero 2-Year Update
The City of Philadelphia will host a press conference highlighting their two year efforts to bring traffic deaths down to zero. Details are available here. MEDIA ADVISORY Mayor Kenney to Release Vision Zero Two Year Update Mayor Kenney will also sign FHWA Mayors’...
The Bicycle Coalition Recognized at NJ Complete Streets Conference
On Tuesday, the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia attended the New Jersey Complete Streets Conference and were honored, while there, to receive three awards for our advocacy work. First, we were recognized as Complete Streets Champions at the Summit, for our...
Ride (And Walk!) Outside Philly This Weekend
Looking for a unique time outside the city this weekend? We've got you covered. From Media Open Streets, to a laid back hike on a secret gem trail in Upper Darby, to the Cooper River Cross, there is a lot to do. Check out the complete list of car-free events and links...
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The Power of Bicycles to Fight Climate Change
Protestors around the world left school, work, and their homes today to participate in the Global Climate Strike, meant to bring more attention to the ongoing, worldwide climate crisis. Some media is reporting that today is the largest global demonstration in the...
Read American Heart Association’s Letter in Support of Protected Bike Lanes
The American Heart Association has been a key ally in the advancement of Vision Zero in Philadelphia. As part of the Vision Zero Alliance, the AHA is interested in the safety of pedestrians and bicyclists from a health point of view. As Samantha Mogil of AHA and Randy...
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