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Even though school is already back in session in many parts of the country, it’s still summer, which means that barbeques and various outdoor activities are still going on.  With Labor Day coming up soon, it’s important to stay safe whenever engaging in an event that is going to take place outdoors.  Thankfully, tips are… read more

With the school season finally here, the police department of Columbus, Nebraska is warning automobile operators to use caution when approaching schools.  In particular, they want motorists to be aware of proper driving procedures when approaching a stopped school bus.  When a stop sign is extended and lights are flashing, a vehicle is required to… read more

Pedestrian Safety Month began last week in Fair Lawn, New Jersey, and police in the city are taking the month’s moniker seriously.  Leading into September, police officials will be using marked and unmarked vehicles, as well as decoy pedestrians, to catch drivers who endanger persons commuting on foot.  23 citations have already been issued since… read more

In Waynesboro, Virginia, parents and students on their way to and from school can expect to see increased attention paid to those persons who violate pedestrian safety laws.  The police department has vowed to be strict in their enforcement of laws pertaining to crosswalks, seatbelts, speed limits, child safety seats, and passing school buses.  Two… read more

This past weekend, visitors to the Wisconsin State HOG Rally in Rothschild were able to take part in educational events offered by the state DOT’s Motorcycle Safety Program.  Referred to simply as THE REF, or not so simply as the Transportable High-End Rider Education Facility, the facility allowed participants to test their motorcycle smarts with… read more

13 people either died or were seriously injured because they were involved in a motorcycle crash in the city of La Habra in 2010.  In an effort to cut down on that number, police with the city will begin conducting a week and a half-long Motorcycle Safety Enforcement Operation.  Set to begin today, the initiative… read more

In Windsor, Ontario, motorcyclists took to the streets this weekend in a bid to raise awareness about the need for automobile drivers to pay close attention to those on two wheels.  The campaign, known as “Can You See Me Now,” involved motorcyclists wearing bright orange and green clothing around the area.  One of the organizers… read more

A member of the Wangaratta Highway Patrol in Australia has motorcycle riders up in arms over a proposed initiative that would make it easier for such persons to be seen by other vehicles.  In June, the patrolman offered up a proposal to require all motorcyclists to wear highly visible fluorescent clothing while on the road. … read more

Police in Riverside are set to take part in an initiative called the Riverside County Avoid the 30 DUI Task Force. Set to be put into action until September 3, the program will see officers in the area utilizing patrols and traffic checkpoints to catch drivers under the influence of drugs and alcohol.  On Friday,… read more

Anaheim is the latest California city to take part in a Motorcycle Safety Enforcement Operation thanks to a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety.  The effort will see officers descending on areas that have a high percentage of motorcycle traffic.  Particular attention will be heaped upon those riders who are intoxicated or otherwise… read more

With school set to go back into session, we’ve focused this week on bringing you safety tips geared largely toward those parents with school-age children.  However, to close out the week, we thought it would be a nice change of pace to offer a series of tips to those parents with babies at home.  A… read more

A Dexter, Michigan businessman has made it his personal mission to stop texting while driving. After experiencing an accident because he himself was texting, the owner of Dexter Collision has now decided to use his place of business to raise awareness of the devastating effects of crashes that can occur as a result of texting… read more