This year AAA estimates a 10% drop in travel from previous years, the largest decrease since 2008. Fewer Americans have travel plans this year and for a good reason. Many states have travel restrictions in place and public health authorities [...]
World Day of Remembrance is commemorated every year on the third Sunday in November. This year the event will be held virtually on Sunday, November 15. This Day is dedicated to remembering the millions of people who have been killed or [...]
You drive on the highway, you see flashing blue and red lights and the driver in front of you does not make any attempt to slow down or move over and just speeds by first responders. Although NJ has a Law to prevent that, we still see drivers [...]
Daylight saving time ends on November 1, 2020. We may welcome the extra hour of sleep, but not the body disruption the clock change causes. Losing an hour of afternoon daylight is associated with an increase in some forms of depression [...]
It is hard to believe Halloween is one week away. As usual, we want to share a few safety tips for trick-or-treaters, drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists. This year however, we’re adding a few more tips, starting with the CDC guidance on how to [...]
For the last few months, we’ve noted the increase in cycling among people of all ages. Among those who consider cycling a staple in their lives–people over 50– who recently participated in a national survey. Over 3,000 men and women [...]
As the coordinator for Safe Routes to School programs, Greater Mercer TMA works with schools and towns on a variety of Safe Routes to School (SRTS) programs. Our latest effort, an updated and easy to use Walking School Bus app! The NJ Walking [...]
Although the Covid-19 lockdowns led to huge reductions in traffic and fewer car crashes this spring, the crashes became deadlier in some cities as drivers sped on quieter roads. In New York City the ratio of fatal crashes to all collisions rose [...]
Fall is here and we already had a taste of the nice, crisp mornings and evenings, maybe a little too cool for some of us who like it a little warmer. We are now looking forward to seeing the beautiful fall foliage and enjoy the fresh fall fruits [...]
National Eye Exam Month was in August but it is always important to have regular eye exams. Eye exams at every age and life stage can keep your vision strong. Good vision impacts everything you do whether it is adults driving or children [...]
