Use Non-toxic household cleaner recipes to protect the health of your family and save money. Here are some suggestions for traditional homemade non-toxic cleaners: All-purpose cleaner: Mix ½ cup vinegar and ¼ cup baking soda (or 2 teaspoons Borax) into ½ … Read More
Monthly Archives: June 2017
The City’s new ordinance says that no gas-powered leaf blowers are allowed in Newton between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Electric or battery-operated leaf blowers with the manufacturer’s label indicating that it does not exceed the 65 decibel limit are allowed year-round. During the period from Memorial Day to Labor … Read More
The City of Newton Sustainability Office is interested in recruiting a volunteer for a few hours a week to work with the City and others in a project to encourage small businesses in Newton to get free energy audits and … Read More
Bike Newton aims to promote bicycling as a viable method of transportation in Newton in the belief that bicycling should be safe and convenient for all. They offer fun group bike tours through the year intended for anyone who would like … Read More
After months of building support for carbon pricing bills S.1821 and H.1726, it all comes down to this. On June 20 from 1-5pm, the Massachusetts State Representatives Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities, and Energy (TUE) will hold a hearing to … Read More
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