The extreme shifts in environmental disasters are happening at an alarming rate. It is more apparent now than ever before that the effects of climate change are real and immediate action is required to reduce long-term effects. Data from [...]
Hello March! This year daylight saving time begins on March 12 at 2:00 am. While the extra sunlight is welcomed and allows us to be more active, the adjustment period could take time to fine-tune a new routine. Unfortunately, we lose an [...]
February is American Heart Health Month. President Lyndon Johnson issued the first proclamation in 1964. Since then, United States presidents have declared it annually to raise awareness about heart disease. It is a time when we can all focus on [...]
We are excited to announce that Greater Mercer TMA (GMTMA) is sponsoring the 10th annual Safe Routes to School Bookmark Design Contest for students in grades 3-5. This year’s contest theme: “Walking is fun for all… winter, spring, summer, or [...]
Here at Greater Mercer TMA, we are encouraging everyone to go green in 2023 by adopting behaviors that can reduce harmful pollution related to transportation greenhouse gas emissions. Whether you’re looking to cut down on [...]
It’s that time of year again. A new year is an opportunity for fresh starts and new beginnings. It’s important to set attainable goals with a practical plan. Small, consistent changes over time really add up. Over time, these small [...]
‘Tis the season of travel and traffic. According to the AAA holiday travel forecast, more Americans will be traveling this holiday season than last year. Starting on Saturday, December 23rd through January 2nd, 112.7 million people will travel [...]
December is National Impaired Driving Awareness Month. This campaign is a nationwide effort to reduce crash risks and raise awareness about impaired driving during the critical holiday driving season. This year New Jersey is taking [...]
December 5-9th 2022 is Older Driver Safety Awareness Week. We highlight the vital role that mobility and transportation play to keep older adults active in their communities. As we age, physical changes can affect our driving. The decline [...]
It’s getting colder, darker and a bit grayer, and it’s not even winter yet. As the weather turns colder, it can be tempting to stay indoors and hibernate. While we may feel like bears at the moment, not all is lost. Staying active will [...]
