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Advocating and educating in support of safe streets for bicycling, walking and rolling in the Philadelphia region. https://bicyclecoalition.org/

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Governor Murphy Signs E-bike Bill and Some Questions Answered - Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia Governor Murphy has signedΒ S4834/A6235Β into law, requiring riders to have registration, a license and insurance to ride ANY e-bike in NJ. This confusing new law, with new classifications, is the most ...

Governor Murphy Signs E-bike Bill and Some Questions Answered

bicyclecoalition.org/governor-mur...

23.01.2026 02:21 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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BFB Walkway: from Delaware River Port Authority : Nixle The Pedestrian Walkway on the Ben Franklin Bridge has reopened and back to normal operations.

Update: DRPA: The Pedestrian Walkway on the Ben Franklin Bridge has reopened and back to normal operations. nixle.us/GZHZR

20.01.2026 14:17 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

DRPA: Ben Franklin Bridge Pedestrian Walkway Travel Alert: The walkway is closed due to icy conditions. Closure is until further notice.

20.01.2026 12:54 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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Governor Murphy Signs Senate President Scutari’s E-Bike Safety Legislation - Insider NJ Governor Murphy Signs Senate President Scutari’s E-Bike Safety Legislation Posted on – 01/19/2026 Legislation Enacts Some of the Nation’s Toughest Regulations on E-Bikes TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy...

Yep he signed it. The worst e-bike bill in the world is now law. www.insidernj.com/press-releas...

19.01.2026 20:27 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 2

We've got Plows!

19.01.2026 12:46 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Countdown Clock for Mikie Sherrill becomes the Governor at 12 Noon on January 20, 2026

https://www.timeanddate.com/countdown/generic?iso=20260120T12&p0=861&msg=Mikie+Sherrill+Inauguration&font=cursive&csz=1

Countdown Clock for Mikie Sherrill becomes the Governor at 12 Noon on January 20, 2026 https://www.timeanddate.com/countdown/generic?iso=20260120T12&p0=861&msg=Mikie+Sherrill+Inauguration&font=cursive&csz=1

We'll know within the next 4 days and 2 hours if Governor Murphy will veto the poorly written Motorized Bicycle Bill S4834/A6235 into law.

Call the Governor - (609) 292-6000
Text the Governor - (732) 605-5455

www.timeanddate.com/countdown/ge...

16.01.2026 14:42 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
Hi, my name is ________ and I live in _________.

I’m calling to register my opposition to (IF ASSEMBLY) Bill A6235 (IF SENATE) Bill S4834, which would require licenses and registration to operate low-speed e-bikes. License and registration laws for e-bikes will not address roadway fatalities, but it will create barriers to bike use, leading to more car traffic, more pollution, and more dangerous roads in New Jersey. The number-one source of over 500 fatalities and 3,000 serious injuries on New Jersey's roadways in 2025 were cars. Please vote no and ask your colleagues to do the same.

(if leaving a message): If you have any questions, I’d be happy to talk and can be reached at ______.

Hi, my name is ________ and I live in _________. I’m calling to register my opposition to (IF ASSEMBLY) Bill A6235 (IF SENATE) Bill S4834, which would require licenses and registration to operate low-speed e-bikes. License and registration laws for e-bikes will not address roadway fatalities, but it will create barriers to bike use, leading to more car traffic, more pollution, and more dangerous roads in New Jersey. The number-one source of over 500 fatalities and 3,000 serious injuries on New Jersey's roadways in 2025 were cars. Please vote no and ask your colleagues to do the same. (if leaving a message): If you have any questions, I’d be happy to talk and can be reached at ______.

NJ Residents

Here is a phone script from @bikejc.org on the damaging e-bike bill that is about to be put to a full legislative vote on Monday. A6235/S4834 Call your Assembly Members and Senator today. www.njleg.state.nj.us/legislative-...

09.01.2026 19:33 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
New Jersey Legislative Roster of Members | NJ Legislature Directory of members of the New Jersey Senate and General Assembly, listed by district. Includes alphabetical indices by legislators’ names, party and house designation, and county composition of each district

NJ's E-bike bill could be signed into law as soon as Monday. A6235/S4834

Class 2 e-bikes will be defined as Motorized Bicyclesβ€”Req. a driver's license, annual registration & liability insuranceβ€”class 1 same w/o ins.

Call your Assembly reps today. www.njleg.state.nj.us/legislative-...

07.01.2026 18:27 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 3
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California man charged in hit-and-run that killed e-bike rider in NJ Thair Maroki, 40, of El Cajon, California, is charged in a hit-and-run that killed Anthony Caprio III, 49, of Magnolia, New Jersey.

An arrest has been made.

www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/c...

05.01.2026 15:14 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Schuylkill River Trail, city transit shelters to get upgrades from state transportation grants Funding will address a gap in the popular thoroughfare for runners, walkers, and cyclists, as well as issues with transit shelters in Center City.

"The funding is for the city to acquire rights of way to construct a trail segment between Kelly Drive and Main Street, near the Pencoyd Bridge, according to a Streets Department spokesperson."

Gift Article
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05.01.2026 15:12 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Man riding e-bike killed in hit-and-run in South Jersey; driver wanted, police say Police said Anthony Caprio III was riding an e-bike Monday morning when he was struck and killed by a driver in a hit-and-run in Mount Laurel.

Anthony Caprio, 49, was killed by a hit-and-run driver on Route 73 in Mount Laurel.

www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia...

30.12.2025 02:59 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Schuylkill River Trail in sinkhole Philadelphia is being repaired 12-23-25.
Credit Schuylkill Banks on Facebook

Schuylkill River Trail in sinkhole Philadelphia is being repaired 12-23-25. Credit Schuylkill Banks on Facebook

That big hole on the #SchuylkillBanks north of Market Street is being repaired. #TheCircuitTrails

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23.12.2025 18:40 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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June Rodriguez was Fatally Struck by a Hit-and-Run Driver in Overbrook - Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia Popular DJ June Rodriguez, 54, was struck from behind by a driver while attempting to make a left turn onto North 56th from Lancaster Ave early Saturday morning.Β  According to several news outlets, Ju...

Popular DJ June Rodriguez who was cycling home after work, struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Overbrook. June was the latest victim of string of hit-and-runs in Philadelphia.

Our deepest condolences to June's family and his many friends.

bicyclecoalition.org/a-54-year-ol...

21.12.2025 14:07 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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Ben Franklin Bridge Walkway is Closed due to inclement weather from Delaware River Port Authority : Nixle Ben Franklin Bridge Pedestrian Walkway Travel Alert: The walkway is closed due to snow and icy conditions. Closure is until further notice.

Ben Franklin Bridge walkway is closed due to snow and ice conditions. @bcgp.bsky.social
nixle.us/GWQ3M

14.12.2025 16:18 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Save Low-Speed E-Bikes! Stop S4834 / A6235 In just a single month, a new bill requiring a drivers license, registration, and insurance to ride the lowest-speed e-bikes has been racing through the legislature, despite unanimous opposition from ...

NJ E-bike Action Alert -The proposed bill (S4834/A6235) requiring insurance, registration and a license to ride ANY e-bike in NJ is tearing through the legislature and a floor vote could happen any day now.

Tell your state representatives to vote NO
actionnetwork.org/letters/save...

12.12.2025 18:55 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1
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New Jersey Senate Once Again Proposes to Scrap Low-Speed E-bike Designation - Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia On October 1st, Senate President Nicholas Scutari released a press statement aimed at defining e-bikes more clearly within the existing class system. This statement proposed a Class 3 for standard e-b...

Some more info on the proposed NJ E-bike ban

bicyclecoalition.org/new-jersey-s...

26.11.2025 21:03 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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2025 Holiday Lights Ride - Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia Our annual critical mass bike ride and celebration in partnership withΒ Wednesday Night RidesΒ is returningΒ December 10thΒ to tour the sights and lights of South Philly’s decked out streets! Big thanks t...

Next ride is @bcgp.bsky.social's Holiday Lights Ride bicyclecoalition.org/events/2025-... Wed Dec 10!
(Rain date: 12/17 GPBC would announce by 1pm T 12/9 if delayed)
Start/end on E. Passyunk Ave btw Reed & Wharton (1326 E Passyunk Ave)
After Party @ Bell’s Bike Shop!
Stay tuned for more details!

25.11.2025 17:25 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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NJ Senate President Nick Scutari promised a semi-reasonable e-bike regulation bill. But S.4834 goes back to requiring registration, insurance and licensing for the most benign Class 1 e-bikes. #4834 #njleg

www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/...

13.11.2025 19:46 β€” πŸ‘ 13    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 7
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SRT Closed Between Race St and JFK Blvd | Schuylkill Banks The Schuylkill River Trail (SRT) between Race Street and JFK Boulevard is closed until further notice for emergency repairs.

A sinkhole has closed the Schuylkill River Trailtrail between Race St and JFK. Read the Schuylkill Banks blog post for more details. www.schuylkillbanks.org/blog/srt-clo...

21.10.2025 14:36 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I-95 Turnpike Bridge Public Meetings - What You Need to Know - Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia The Delaware River Bridge project team is hosting a second series of public meetings to gather community input on proposed improvements. Here’s everything you need to know about these upcoming events ...

Round 2 of the I-95 Delaware River Bridge project public meetings are happening Oct 14-16th.

Despite broad support for a bike-ped pathway on the bridge, the project team keeps deferring to outdated regulations that hinder progress.

bicyclecoalition.org/i-95-turnpik...

07.10.2025 16:55 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
Garwood teen charged with murder, accused of plowing down Cranford girls on e-bike A 17-year-old male from Garwood has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder.

The driver who struck and killed Maria Niotis and Isabella Salas both 17 in Union County, NJ, was charged with 2 counts of 1st Degree murder after posting a bizarre YouTube video. The suspect allegedly stalked Maria for months.

www.mycentraljersey.com/story/news/c...

01.10.2025 19:02 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

#VisionZeroPHL

19.09.2025 15:38 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Society Hill group approves $25,000 to fight bike lane protections on Spruce and Pine An overwhelming majority of Society Hill Civic Association board members approved the gift to Friends of Pine & Spruce during a contentious meeting Wednesday.

Harry Fenton, who was struck and killed by a hit and run driver in Fairmount Park, was a resident of Society Hill. He fought for better bike lanes on Spruce and Pine.

www.inquirer.com/transportati...

19.09.2025 15:10 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Delaware River Bridge | PA Turnpike The Delaware River Bridge, which is jointly owned and maintained by the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission and New Jersey Turnpike Authority, carries a vital link of I-95 between Bristol Township, Bucks...

Project link - tinyurl.com/95-turnpike-...

19.09.2025 14:49 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Delaware River Bridge Project Virtual Public Meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PA Turnpike) and the New Jersey Turnpike Authority (NJTA) are holding a virtual public meeting for Round 2 of the Public Meeting Open Houses for the Delaware Rive...

I-95 Delaware River Bridge Public Meetings
Zoom: 10/14 at 6PM
Benjamin Franklin MS, Levittown, PA 10/15 5PM
Florence Twp Muni. Bldg, Florence NJ 10/16 5PM

19.09.2025 14:47 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I’ve been using the Laser app a lot over the past two weeks. Lesson 1: Without concrete protection, drivers will continue to regularly violate the Pine & Spruce St. bike lane β€” and others around the city. @bcgp.bsky.social @5thsq.org #philly

05.09.2025 12:03 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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Helping my fellow bikers at @bcgp.bsky.social this morning with the Roll Wit It benefit

13.09.2025 14:19 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Fatal Bicycle Crash Report – September 2, 2025
A preliminary investigation details a tragic incident in the 16th District on Belmont Avenue, where a bicyclist was fatally struck by a vehicle. Two carsβ€”a black Dodge Charger and a black Chryslerβ€”were reportedly speeding northbound when one collided with the cyclist traveling east on Avenue of the Republic. The impact caused critical injuries, and the victim was later pronounced dead at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center at 10:24 am. Police observed one of the vehicles on the 3200 block of Sedgley St shortly after the crash and seized the vehicle for further examination. No arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing.

Fatal Bicycle Crash Report – September 2, 2025 A preliminary investigation details a tragic incident in the 16th District on Belmont Avenue, where a bicyclist was fatally struck by a vehicle. Two carsβ€”a black Dodge Charger and a black Chryslerβ€”were reportedly speeding northbound when one collided with the cyclist traveling east on Avenue of the Republic. The impact caused critical injuries, and the victim was later pronounced dead at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center at 10:24 am. Police observed one of the vehicles on the 3200 block of Sedgley St shortly after the crash and seized the vehicle for further examination. No arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing.

Statement on the crash from the Philadelphia Police Crash Investigation Division.

02.09.2025 21:35 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Bicyclist killed after being hit by car in West Philadelphia; suspect sought Police are searching for a hit-and-run driver who killed a bicyclist in West Philly on Tuesday morning.

Bicyclist killed by a speeding hit and run driver on a park road in Fairmount Park. A black Dodge Charger has been seized by PPD on Sedgley Dr. #VisionZeroPHL

www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia...

02.09.2025 20:59 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 2
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Statement on Montgomery County's Recent Increase of E-Bike Fines - Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia fully supports the 15-mile-per-hour speed limit for all trail users adopted by Montgomery County Commissioners on shared-use paths. The speed limit messag...

Statement on Montgomery County's Recent Increase of E-Bike Fines - Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia

bicyclecoalition.org/statement-on...

29.08.2025 16:24 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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