Winnie & Wally!
At Watch for Me CT, we believe the best way to keep our communities safe is by teaching safe habits early. Winnie’s role is to show grown-ups how important it is to lead by example, while her joey, Wally reminds us that little eyes are always watching and learning. Together, they help families talk about safety in a fun, memorable way.
This weekend, June 6–7, Connecticut Trails Day invites residents and visitors to explore the beauty of our state’s trails, parks, and outdoor spaces. Whether you’re walking, running, or biking, remember to stay alert and share the trail and roadway responsibly to help keep everyone safe while enjoying the outdoors.
Learn more about Connecticut Trails Day events happening across the state: ow.ly/JPTg50YZOUb
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A reminder from Winnie! Always make eye contact with drivers before you cross the road. A wave or glance can help confirm that a driver sees you before you step into the roadway. Staying alert and making sure drivers are aware of you is an important part of safe walking habits. 🦘💛
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Norwalk police crack down on crosswalk violations
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Officers are running a targeted enforcement initiative, watching intersections and pulling over drivers who fail to yield to pedestrians as the law requires.👨👩👧👦🚶♀️ Summer Safety Tips for Parents
Kids learn how to navigate roads by watching the adults around them.
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, children generally should not be near roads alone until around age 10, after developing the skills needed to navigate traffic safely. Even then, practice and supervision still matter.
💡 Help build safe habits by:
✔️ Looking left, right, then left again before crossing
✔️ Making eye contact with drivers
✔️ Modeling safe walking and biking behavior every time
Safe habits start early.
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Wethersfield’s Bikes on Main is a great reminder that warmer weather means more cyclists on our roads. There’s still time to stroll through Old Wethersfield and check out these incredible bikes! Wherever you’re headed, remember to share the road so everyone can get home safely. 🚲
Bike Walk Wethersfield
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Safer streets don’t happen by accident. Communities across Connecticut are making big changes to improve safety for pedestrians and bicyclists, from better crosswalks and sidewalks to protected bike lanes and redesigned intersections.
Watch the video featuring Anna Stern to see how towns are creating safer, more connected communities for everyone. 🚶♀️🚲
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As families gather this Memorial Day, it’s the perfect time to talk with children about how to safely play near roadways. Remind kids to stay out of the street, use sidewalks when available, and always check with an adult before crossing or playing near traffic. Simple conversations like these can help build safe habits that last all summer long. #WatchForMeCT #PedestrianSafety ... See MoreSee Less
Winnie wants to remind everyone that it’s always safest to ride your bicycle in the same direction as traffic. Riding with traffic helps make your movements more predictable to drivers, especially at intersections, driveways, and when vehicles are turning. Following the flow of traffic is a simple step that helps keep everyone safer on Connecticut’s roads. #WatchForMeCT #BicyclistSafety #WinnieAndWally ... See MoreSee Less
Curious about the rules of the road when it comes to pedestrians and crosswalks? Amy Watkins of Watch for Me CT breaks it down in this helpful video.
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