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News and Updates
Smart Growth America Releases ‘Dangerous by Design 2026’ Report
The annual Dangerous by Design report from Smart Growth America breaks down data from federal and the 101 largest metro areas on pedestrian safety. Along with providing updated rankings of the deadliest places for people walking, this year’s analysis shows that most...
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is June 15th
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD), an annual event led by the National Center on Elder Abuse, was launched by the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse in 2006 and recognized as a United Nations Observance in 2011. The purpose of WEAAD is to...
MBTA Seeking Feedback on Select Bus Network Redesign (BNR) Routes
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) is proposing minor changes to several routes as part of the initial Bus Network Redesign (BNR) plan in order to improve accessibility, equity, and to meet community needs. Recently, the agency is announced the...