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Region Seeks New Operating Contract for Expanding Bluebikes System

The Metropolitan Area Planning Council, on behalf of the municipal owners of the Bluebikes system, has issued a 'request for proposals' for private-sector operators who can manage the system for the next five years.

MassDOT Is Filling Gaps In the Border to Boston Trail

Updates on the Mystic River bike and pedestrian bridge, new trail connections in Peabody, and rail trail upgrades for rural Essex County.

April 29, 2025

DCR Proposes A Six-Lane Riverfront Highway For Its Brighton ‘Park’

The state's parks agency maintains numerous riverfront highways in the Boston region that contribute to the region's air pollution and congestion by subsidizing suburban car commuters to drive into downtown Boston.

April 23, 2025

Concord and Lexington Declare Freedom From Cars For 250th Patriots’ Day Weekend

Numerous streets will be opened up for bikes and pedestrians for the 250th anniversary of the Battles of Concord and Lexington.

April 17, 2025

The Path Forward for Allston’s Highway Megaproject Is Getting Narrower

Is MassDOT ready to admit that Allston needs more trains and fewer lanes?

April 16, 2025

City of Everett Seeks Volunteers For New Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The group, chartered by the Everett City Council, started meeting this winter, and they are seeking additional members.

April 14, 2025

MBTA Issues ‘Request for Information’ For Bus Lane Enforcement Systems

The "request for information" anticipates that the T could choose a specific technology firm to work with "by late summer 2025."

April 14, 2025

ValleyBike System Wins $1 Million Clean Transportation Grant

The state's second-biggest bikesharing system is planning to add 6-8 new stations, including an expansion into the City of Westfield.

April 10, 2025