Tag: helmets

Kids given bikes, helmets during event in Lawrence County

Kids were encouraged to get active and stay safe during an event in Lawrence County this weekend. PHOTOS: Kids given bikes, helmets during event in Lawrence County “Pedaling for Smiles” was held at the Sankey Center on West Grant Street in New Castle on Saturday. At the event, kids were able to receive free bicycles […]

Cedarville students ‘dig deep’ to help update Air Force pilot helmets

Jun. 11—Air Force helmets offer pilots more capabilities than ever — greater visibility, mounts for night-vision goggles and much more. But they also offer their share of challenges, including fatigue with long use and even the possibility of injury when pilots perform high-speed maneuvers or eject from planes. Dayton-area engineers and Cedarville University students have […]

Electric scooters are dangerous. Speed limit needs to be even lower, helmets required.

Electric scooters causing preventable accidents Earth Day was Monday. We were reminded of our shared responsibility to protect our environment. Electric scooters, a symbol of green transportation, have seamlessly integrated into our urban landscapes, offering an eco-friendly alternative to traditional motor vehicles. But, as e-scooters have quickly become more popular, there have been a worrying […]

GAA and CCPC issue warning over ‘retro’ helmets

The GAA and Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) have issued a joint warning over fake branded helmets for hurling and camogie which risk serious injury to players. The helmets concerned are ‘Gola’ retro-style helmets, with the CCPC noting that the English sporting good manufacturer does not produce GAA helmets. In a statement issued on […]