I've been away for a while on holiday, hence the radio blog silence for the past few weeks. Got a couple of commuting items to share.
* First, while I was away in southern Maine, I had the chance to watch gas prices fall generally and to observe how varied gas prices are specifically in different parts of the Granite State. The area between Concord and Northwood seems particularly good in terms of gas prices, with most retailers selling for 20 cents below what I would see either in the Upper Valley or closer to the Portsmouth region. Anyone have ideas about why that is the case? This website lists gas prices throughout New Hampshire, and it would seem as though proximity to the Seacoast is one (but not the only) factor.
*Second, although this blog has been silent, a number of people have been working quietly but diligently to follow-up the Dartmouth Commuting Meeting in late June with some specific new initiatives. These things always take longer than one might expect or hope, but look for an announcement in D2U in a few days (or less) about these new initiatives. 
* Finally, at least on Upper Valley car dealership and service center has begun to innovate on the issue of transportation. The Car Store of Norwich, Vermont now offers its patrons free use of a bicycles (complete with helmets and bike locks) to use while their car is being serviced. Great idea! Instead of waiting in the lobby area, or asking for a ride to and from the store, customers can get themselves to work and return in the evening to the Car Store.
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