As the kids return to school, now is a good time to remind everyone to slow down for school buses. Please read below to find out how much it could cost you for breaking the law.
The Connecticut Eastern Railroad is hosting a great family event called Railroad Day over the holiday weekend. Keep scrolling to learn how the kids will have a fun time at the museum.
Here are the sections in today's email:
- School Bus Safety as Kids Return to School
- Let's Talk About It: Railroad Day
- Labor Day Weekend Safety
| School Bus Safety as Kids Return to School |
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It's an exciting time of the year for our kids and educators who are heading back to the classroom on Thursday, August 28! There will be new opportunities to learn, grow, and connect with friends and teachers. I wish every student a year full of success, discovery, and memorable experiences in the new school year.
This is also a time to remind drivers that the law requires you to slow down for school buses in your neighborhood. Here is the breakdown for any driver who fails to stop when a school bus is displaying its flashing red signal lights:
- First offense: $450 fine.
- Following offenses: $500 - $1,000 fine, up to 30 days in jail, or both.
| Let's Talk About It: Railroad Day |
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Ray Axelrod from the Connecticut Eastern Railroad Museum joined us on "Let's Talk About It" to discuss trains and a big event this weekend. Railroad Day will be held on Saturday, August 30 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the museum at 55 Bridge Street. Attendees will enjoy:
- Train rides
- The garden railroad
- A museum tour
- Working demonstrations of equipment
- Food and music
- Opportunities for family photos
Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children ages 8-12. Younger children get in for free!
Axelrod is pointing at my co-host, who is proudly wearing his blue Connecticut Eastern Railroad Museum shirt.
Axelrod also highlighted the history behind local trains including the historic roundhouse at the museum. Please click on the video below to listen to the entire show. |
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Ray Axelrod previews Railroad Day at
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I would like to wish everyone a happy and safe Labor Day Weekend! Law enforcement is reminding drivers to make safety a priority by not getting behind the wheel while impaired. You can expect to see an increased police presence across the state. If your plans include drinking, plan for a sober ride home.
The Connecticut Department of Transportation encourages these safe alternatives:
- Designate a sober driver. Even one alcoholic beverage can impair your ability to drive; don’t take the risk
- Use a taxi, a rideshare program, or public transportation. Plan by downloading apps and checking local transit schedules
- Be a good friend. If someone is about to drive impaired, take their keys and help them find a safe way home. They might be upset in the moment, but they’ll thank you later
- Report impaired drivers. If you see someone driving erratically, slow down, keep your distance, and call 911 when it’s safe to do so
For more information on the dangers of impaired driving, visit nhsta.gov.
