Highway Construction Paves Way for Active Living

Boston city planners and public health officials are eyeing new open space created by the Big Dig as a way to promote active lifestyles and fight obesity.

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March 16, 2004, 12:00 PM PST

By Erin Clark

The Big Dig is the largest highway construction project in the country. But the fact that the road was built underground has opened up land above that could be used for recreation and neighborhood connection. "Bostonians will be more likely to exercise daily if there are paths that parallel familiar city streets, connect neighborhoods to recreational sites -- and lead to more practical destinations. The idea is to make it easier for people to walk or bike from home to offices, schools and grocery stores." [link is to article and audio feature]

Thanks to Erin Clark

FULL STORY: Boston's Big Dig Clears Path for Exercise

Wednesday, March 10, 2004 in National Public Radio

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