MassDEP is currently in the process of shaping its PCAP (Priority Climate Action Plan) which will open up access to federal funding from the EPA for municipalities. We believe composting should be on the docket. With the state’s trash being … Read More
Thursday, January 25 from 6-9pm. Baramor (45 Union St., Newton Centre). We invite you to the Newton for Everyone party to mingle with fellow activists and discuss ideas for advancing smart growth in Newton. Newton for Everyone is a coalition of … Read More
The Newton North High School carpentry department is giving students the opportunity to learn the principles of high performance building construction. The project will engage around 30 students on technical, social and environmental levels as they construct a sustainably fabricated … Read More
The New England Aquarium Gift Shop sells plush stuffed animals, plastic toys and other single-use plastic items which are marketed to families with children. The sale of these products violates the very mission of the aquarium: New England Aquarium is … Read More
The City of Newton Planning and Development Department recently presented plans for the Washington Street Pilot Project and multiple design options that prioritize improved safety, accessibility, visual appeal and the public experience. The City would like continued public feedback through … Read More
Toxic chemicals shouldn’t be in things children use every day. But they are. Children’s products can contain harmful chemicals like lead, cadmium, PFAS, asbestos, phthalates, bisphenols, and more. There is a solution! An Act for Toxic Free Kids (S175/H318) will … Read More
Saturday, November 4 from 3-5:30pm. Newton North High School cafeteria (457 Walnut St, Newtonville). Newton voters who want to learn more about their 2023 City Council and School Committee candidates in the upcoming municipal elections are invited to attend Saturday … Read More
Tuesday, September 26 at 7pm. Online and In-Person (City Council Chamber, Newton City Hall, 1000 Commonwealth Ave. Newton). The City Council’s Zoning and Planning Committee (ZAP) will continue the public hearing on the proposed Village Center Overlay District – Version … Read More
Sunday, September 17 from 1-4:30pm. New York City, NY. The United Nations is calling on world leaders to take real steps to lead us off fossil fuels to protect people and the planet. On September 20 in New York, the … Read More
Sunday, September 17 from 6:30am-11pm. Boston area to New York City. This September, the United Nations will gather world leaders for a first-of-its-kind Climate Ambition Summit to demand that nations stop developing new oil, gas and coal projects and begin … Read More
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