Whether you’re celebrating in the Berkshires, Boston, or somewhere in between, New Year’s Eve events can be found across Massachusetts. While the holiday offers us a chance to ring in 2017 with friends, family, and fun, there are a few safety tips everyone should keep …Continue Reading New Year’s Eve Safety
If the weather outside is frightful, driving might not be delightful. You should avoid driving during severe weather if possible. However, if you do need to drive, make sure you stay safe by following winter driving safety tips from the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) and Massachusetts …Continue Reading Winter Driving Safety in Massachusetts
While Massachusetts winters mean skiing, ice skating, and scenic views across the state, they can also bring extreme cold and severe winter storms. The Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), Department of Fire Services (DFS), Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT), and the Department of Energy Resources (DOER) provide tips to help Massachusetts residents get …Continue Reading Winter Safety Tips
This is a guest blog post from the Highway Safety Division (HSD) of the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security (EOPSS). The Highway Safety Division has launched a new car seat safety website in English and Spanish to help parents and caregivers find the right car seat …Continue Reading Car Seat 101: Is Your Child in the Right Seat and Strapped in Safely?
Whether you drive to work every day or only get behind the wheel for weekend getaways, it can never hurt to get a refresher on the rules of the road. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) and the Highway Safety Division (HSD) of the Executive Office of Public Safety …Continue Reading Road Safety Tips for Massachusetts Drivers
Fall is fast approaching, and that means back-to-school season is almost here. In addition to stocking up on pencils and notebooks for your kids, take some time to brush up on crosswalk safety. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT), Executive …Continue Reading Crosswalk Safety for Parents and Children
This is a guest blog post from MassMobility. There are many reasons why people aren’t able to drive, including overall health, sight, medication, or a disability. For people who live in suburban or rural areas in particular, finding transportation can be extremely difficult — public …Continue Reading Help Your Community as a Volunteer Driver
This is a guest blog post from the Highway Safety Division (HSD) of the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security (EOPSS). Summer is here. For many in Massachusetts, it’s time for beaches, barbecues, and fun. But for teen drivers, summer is also known as the 100 Deadliest …Continue Reading The 100 Deadliest Days: Help Teen Drivers Stay Safe this Summer
This is a guest blog post from the Highway Safety Division (HSD) of the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security (EOPSS). Seat belts are your best defense in the event of a crash — but Massachusetts has one of the lowest seat belt use …Continue Reading Seat Belts: The Best Way to Protect Yourself on the Road
Whether you’re biking to get in shape, get to work, or have some fun, the Commonwealth has something to offer. The Department of Public Health (DPH), the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT), the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security (EOPSS), and the Department of …Continue Reading Cycling in Massachusetts
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