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Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Farmington Canal Trail completed in New Haven, just in time for National Bike to Work Week
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — This is National Bike to Work Week. Taking two wheels to get around New Haven has been a growing trend for years. Leaving the car at home has never been easier. 'There are so many different ways that people can get around by not driving alone to work,' Yale's Director of Sustainability Amber Garrard said. 'Actually, we know from our surveys that people who don't drive alone and much happier and more satisfied with their commute.' New Haven relaunches bike share program Yale and other groups celebrated National Bike to Work Week by doling out snacks and information. About 15 years ago, Yale started holding bike safety classes for students. 'A lot of students were biking on campus, so we thought it would be a great idea to come up with a bike class to teach them about the rules of the road, wearing helmets and being safe out there,' Safety Advisor with Yale Environmental Health & Safety Douglas Noble said. Since then, around a thousand students have taken that class and New Haven has gotten more and more bike friendly. 'They're putting in a lot of cycle tracks in around campus, so if people are over in East Rock or at the med school, they have more access to get to the university,' Noble said. Hamden students participate in national 'Bike and Roll to School Day' Getting around New Haven is actually easier during this National Bike to Work Week than it's ever been before. That's because, just last week, they opened up the last couple blocks of the Farmington Canal Trail, including a 400 foot-long tunnel that has taken years to complete. 'Two decades. Literally two decades, and finally just opened up last Friday,' the president of the Farmington Canal Rail to Trail Association Lisa Fernandez said. The tunnel goes under Temple Street and Whitney Avenue, following the path of the old canal, which became a railroad. It lets users get all the way to corner of Orange and Grove Streets. That makes biking to work in parts of downtown even easier, and easier on the environment. 'It's keeping some of those greenhouse gases out of the atmosphere, because instead of people having to drive to work, they can bike, scoot, or walk to work using the trail and staying out of car traffic,' Fernandez said. New Haven also has new E-bike and scooter share programs to make that even easier. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Hamden students participate in national ‘Bike and Roll to School Day'
HAMDEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Friday is 'Bike and Roll to School Day' across the country! In Hamden, students and families will be meeting at the Johnson Road Firehouse to bike together to and from West Woods School. 'Bike bus' gets East Hartford elementary school students to class in a fun way Local police are temporarily shutting down a road to keep things safe. The closure affects Still Hill Road for a roughly one-mile stretch between West Todd Street and Johnson Road from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. The event invites participants to celebrate 'the joy of active commuting while building a sense of community and school spirit,' police said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Yahoo
Hamden police announce temporary road closure for ‘Bike and Roll to School Day'
HAMDEN, Conn. (WTN) — Hamden police announced a temporary closure on Friday as part of 'Bike and Roll to School Day.' A mile portion of Still Hill Road from West Todd Street to Johnson Road will be closed, police said. Search for new Hartford superintendent continues Police said the closure will allow families and students from West Woods School will be able to participate in the event. Residents in the area will still have access to their homes, according to police. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Champaign Co. looking to stop backyard barns
CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — Some people in Champaign County have tried to bring the barn to their backyard — with some pushback. Now, the county is trying to limit what types of animals can call residential property home. The proposal allows for six hens or guinea fowl, three ducks, geese, turkeys or rabbits. 12 pigeons are also fair game. But, you can't have all of those at once. Champaign, Urbana to participate in Bike and Roll to School Day The baseline limit is six hens or three of the previously mentioned birds. You can mix and match if you want. The county's Director of Planning and Zoning John Hall said this ordinance comes after a household last year had hogs and more than 40 chickens on site. 'Neighbors didn't really like what was going on,' Hall said. 'Older members visited the properties and viewed the situation for themselves and they thought, 'Yeah, this doesn't make sense for people in a residential zoning district to be living next to this.'' If passed this would apply to residential lots within 1,000 feet of Champaign city limits. The ordinance will be presented at the next zoning board of appeals meeting. Hall said there will be a months long process after that before it has a chance to pass. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Yahoo
Champaign Police invites community to attend Police Week events
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The Champaign Police Department is encouraging community members to participate in events during the 2025 Police Week. This year's National Police Week is taking place from May 12-18. The events will honor fallen officers, highlight employee accomplishments and teach the community about the law enforcement through the return of the biennial Champaign Police Department Open House. Champaign, Urbana to participate in Bike and Roll to School Day 'Police Week allows all of us the chance to pause and reflect on the work we do and the incredible teammates who do it,' Police Chief Timothy Tyler said. 'As part of this week of ceremony and celebration, we are excited to give a behind-the-scenes look at your Champaign Police Department, featuring tours, exhibits, and demonstrations for everyone to enjoy.' The Champaign Police Memorial Ceremony will be held on May 13 at 9 a.m. at West Side Park and will honor law enforcement officers from around the world who have died in the line of duty. This ceremony will pay special tribute to Champaign Police Officers who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service to the Champaign community. The three fallen officers being honored by the Champaign Police Department are Thomas Dodsworth (end of watch July 6, 1913), Robert Tatman (end of watch Nov. 25, 1967) and Christopher Oberheim (end of watch May 19, 2021). The Champaign Police Employee Awards Ceremony will take place on May 14 at 5:30 p.m. at the Champaign Police Department at 82 E. University Avenue. This will honor the exceptional efforts of officers and professional staff members during the last year. U of I alum inducted into US Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame Awards at this event will include the announcement of Employee of the Year and Officer of the Year, along with recognizing officers who went above the call of duty in specific actions. The biennial Champaign Police Open House will be held on May 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will take place at the department's facility at 82 E. University Avenue and brings the community inside for a closer look at the police department's operations. It will feature a fun, family-friendly atmosphere to learn about Champaign Police and their community safety mission. The Open House will include features such as touch-a-truck with multiple CPD vehicles, demonstrations from specialized units including the Crisis Negotiation Unit, Crime Scene Unit and SWAT team, access to historical displays, and tours of the Champaign Police Department. National Police Week has been held since 1962 in the week that includes Peace Officers Memorial Day, which takes place on May 15. All of these events are open to the public and the Champaign Police Department is welcoming the entire community to attend. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to
