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Bike paths: Build them and cyclists will come

It's a frightening statistic: Pedestrian deaths shot up by nearly 56 percent nationally between 2009 and 2018, from roughly 4,000 lives lost to cars and trucks to 6,227. Long Island has its share, averaging about 60 deaths per year. more

12/10/20

Brands Bicycles & Fitness, in Wantagh, one of the Tri-State's largest bicycle retailers, reported a moderate uptick in overall sales, compared with past years' spring increases.

Bike biz takes off as homebound get out

When it comes to social distancing, residents of Nassau County’s South Shore may be luckier than most. With more than 60 miles of beautiful pedestrian trails and bike paths, the area in and … more

By Timothy Denton | 4/7/20

Police: Unknown man tried to pick up Merrick boy, 10

Police are searching for a man who allegedly tried to entice a 10-year-old North Merrick boy to get into his car. more

10/1/18

It’s about time Nassau embraced cycling culture

If you chat with folks who have lived in Nassau County for 50 or 60 years, they can recall a time when children could — and often did — ride their bicycles from the North Shore to the South Shore. more

5/25/17

This summer, be safe on your bike

With the arrival of pleasant weather, more people are out on the streets, and many of them are astride bikes of all varieties. It’s important for adults and children alike to know the rules of the road . . . more

6/1/16

A.J. Borowski, 25, of Bellmore, began his journey across America by traveling to Virginia on Aug. 30. Once he arrived, he started his ride on U.S. Bicycle Route 76.

Finding peace in ‘the middle of nowhere’

Whether gazing out at the hills of Christiansburg, Va., or the grain fields of Danville, Ill., or sleeping at campgrounds in “the middle of nowhere,” A.J. Borowski has found many quiet … more

By Julie Mansmann | 10/14/15

$The lockers, which are six feet long and 3¼ feet wide, are located on the north side of the Bellmore train station.$

Town to hold Bellmore bike locker lottery

Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray, Councilwoman Erin King Sweeney, Councilman Gary Hudes and Town Clerk Nasrin Ahmad are inviting residents to enter the town’s annual “planet-friendly” bike … more

By Julie Mansmann | 4/9/15

Dear Senator Skelos: My mom called. She isn't happy.

After my last column, “For crying out loud, give cyclists a ‘brake’” (Sept. 18-24), my mother called from Florida, worried. more

10/9/14

State should extend Ocean Parkway bike trail

There’s long been a rivalry between motorists and cyclists on Long Island. Many, though certainly not all, drivers believe roads are meant exclusively for cars . . . more

9/25/14

For crying out loud, give cyclists a 'brake'

First, a warning and an invitation: This column is a rant. Please join in the diatribe online at www.liherald.com, under Opinions. Thank you. more

9/18/14

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