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Street Smart NJ works to change behaviors that contribute to pedestrian-vehicle crashes. Rutgers-New Brunswick has launched the Street Smart NJ pedestrian safety campaign to reduce pedestrian-vehicle crashes. In partnership with Keep Middlesex Moving, Inc. and the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority, the campaign promotes safe behaviors among drivers and pedestrians.
 

The campaign kicked off with a news conference October 30 at Grant Avenue and Country Club Drive. Speakers included Oradell Councilman Michael Staff, who serves as Police Commissioner, Bergen County Commissioner Tracy Zur, Oradell Public School Superintendent Megan Bozios, Sain Joseph School Principal Kassie Pierinelli, and Michael Johnson, EZ Ride Manager of Bike & Pedestrian Programs.

The end of Daylight Saving Time on Sunday means the start of a darker commute on your way home.

Hamilton Township in Mercer County is the latest town to kick off a Street Smart campaign.

The number of pedestrians killed in traffic crashes may be down slightly in recent years but it's still near a 40-year high.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is making new cars safer for pedestrians.

Students across New Jersey returned to school this month, which means everyone needs to take extra care when driving and walking. It’s critical that everyone keep safety in mind when traveling.

With millions of people expected to visit the Jersey Shore this summer, police departments across Long Beach Island are participating in Street Smart NJ to raise awareness about pedestrian safety. Harvey Cedars hosted a campaign kickoff ahead of Memorial Day weekend at Birdy’s Cafe on Long Beach Boulevard, where the Borough made streetscape improvements.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration launched its annual Click It or Ticket seat belt enforcement campaign, reminding the public to buckle up on every trip and emphasizing seat belt use at night and in rural areas.

National Ride A Bike Day is May 5