Read the history that inspired this summer’s cycling events

The cyclists who took part in The Historic Riverton Century 100+ mile New York to Riverton bike ride on June 7 have moved on, but the memories remain here and a tangible dividend resulted … Continue reading Read the history that inspired this summer’s cycling events

Carlos Rogers made Riverton history again June 8, 2014

History records the names and deeds of Riverton’s founders along with achievements of many citizens who have contributed to the Borough’s development. Know that these movers and shakers, these difference … Continue reading Carlos Rogers made Riverton history again June 8, 2014

Historic Riverton Century Riders Arrive

A small but spirited crowd welcomed the police escorted cyclists as they arrived about 7:29 p.m., almost two hours behind their scheduled appearance here because of flat tires and broken spokes. … Continue reading Historic Riverton Century Riders Arrive

Be here this weekend for two cycling events and a historic marker dedication

Rob Gusky has given frequent updates on his Facebook page about the Historic Riverton Century ride he organized. Like the original 1895 cycling event, this one originates from New York … Continue reading Be here this weekend for two cycling events and a historic marker dedication

History makers work to create a new attraction – the Historic Riverton Century

By now you know about the planned ride to celebrate the 1895 Tri-State Relay Race from the NY Times Building. Thousands of cycling enthusiasts attended the finish at the Riverton Athletic … Continue reading History makers work to create a new attraction – the Historic Riverton Century

Century Race plans on track as historic sign fundraising revs up

Your main source for the latest developments in the team’s plans for the race and the fundraising progress continues to be the Historic Riverton Century Facebook page and the Indiegogo … Continue reading Century Race plans on track as historic sign fundraising revs up

In its third year, the Historic Riverton Criterium is now an official Riverton tradition

If Memorial Day weekend signals the start of the summer vacation season, then the recent Paint the Porch Pink Walk and the arrival next week of the Third Annual Historic Riverton Criterium … Continue reading In its third year, the Historic Riverton Criterium is now an official Riverton tradition

It’s win-win-win as the HRC brings family-fun, prizes for athletes, and aids the RFCo.

Riverton resident Carlos Rogers goes for the hat trick June 9, 2013, 1:00 p.m., as The Historic Riverton Criterium returns this year for the third time to the gaslamp-lined streets … Continue reading It’s win-win-win as the HRC brings family-fun, prizes for athletes, and aids the RFCo.

Age of Flight resulted in transportation upgrade for Santa Claus

  My aerophilatelist friend, Harlan Radford, Jr., sends us three more scans of vintage postcards as we anticipate the approaching holiday season. In twelve seconds that changed the world in 1903, … Continue reading Age of Flight resulted in transportation upgrade for Santa Claus