Project Proposals Open for Community Partners to work with Tufts Urbans & Environmental Policy and Planning Department

by James Fuccione | Aug 26, 2026 | News and Updates

Each spring, first-year Masters students in the Tufts Urban & Environmental Policy & Planning (UEP) department must complete the Field Projects course, where students work in teams of 5-6 on projects hosted by real-world partners. Field Projects integrates...

MassDOT Announces Free Biking and Bikeshare Sessions for Older Adults in Massachusetts

by James Fuccione | Aug 24, 2026 | News and Updates

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) announced three free biking and bikeshare sessions for adults ages 50 and older through its Golden Gears program. The sessions will be held in Worcester, Everett and Springfield in September and are open to...

MassDOT to Host Free Bikeshare Education Programs for Older Adults in September

by James Fuccione | Aug 5, 2026 | News and Updates

In the latest round of AARP Community Challenge Grants, MassDOT was awarded funding to provide education and training to connect older adults to bikeshare opportunities across the state. The program is called “Golden Gears,” and staff from MassDOT will...

Register a Community Event for Good Neighbor Day from Sept. 25-29

by James Fuccione | Aug 4, 2026 | News and Updates

The Massachusetts Coalition to Build Community and End Loneliness invites you to participate in the second annual Massachusetts Good Neighbor Day, a statewide celebration dedicated to strengthening connections, encouraging kindness, and fostering a deeper sense of...

Smart Growth America Report: Complete Streets, Stronger Economies

by James Fuccione | Jul 29, 2026 | Data and Reports

Smart Growth America has documented the safety benefits of Complete Streets for more than two decades, but their economic potential is often overlooked. Their new report, “Complete Streets, Stronger Economies,” provides the first national analysis of these...