The Newton City Council is considering resolutions, endorsed by Green Newton and 350 Mass Newton, in support of Carbon Pricing and Divestment from Fossil Fuels. Please contact your Councilors HERE asking them to approve the following resolutions: We ask that the Newton … Read More
Category Archives: Transportation
Please tell Governor Baker to take the next step to support a market-based strategy in Massachusetts to reduce the impact of climate change by placing a price on carbon. Prices for fossil fuels do not reflect the true costs, including the health … Read More
Governor Baker’s MBTA Control Board recently presented two proposals, including one that would raise some T fares by over 10%. The administration also declared that passes were separate than fares and could be raised by any amount… at any time. Here’s what you … Read More
The MBTA needs your participation in the MBTA Rider Census. The MBTA is required to survey riders every five years to identify rider demographics and travel patterns. All answers are completely confidential. Why is the MBTA conducting the Rider Census? … Read More
Waban resident Nathan Eisenberg works at the Leventhal-Sidman Jewish Community Center. Two years ago, he began refurbishing old bicycles, some as balance bikes that can help people learn how to ride; last year Freewheeling became a non-profit business. We refurbish … Read More
What are the global warming emissions of electric cars on a life cycle basis—from the manufacturing of the vehicle’s body and battery to its ultimate disposal and reuse? To answer this, the Union of Concerned Scientists undertook a comprehensive, two-year review of … Read More
You’ve seen them on your own commute — bicyclists on their way to work from Newton. Could biking to work be an option for you? There are a number of considerations so we emailed three Newton bike commuters to learn … Read More
From Sept. 8 to 19, parents and caregivers can bring unsafe, damaged, expired or recalled seats to their local AAA branch. For each “outlaw” seat, AAA members can either accept a $5 cash bounty or choose to donate it to their … Read More
The Bay Colony Rail Trail is a planned 7-mile multi-use greenway extending from Newton to Medfield. The Upper Falls Greenway is the segment that is farthest along; track has been removed and further progress is awaiting removal of the railroad … Read More
The Snow Removal Pilot Program is being extended for one more year without fines. Residents have 24 hours after a snow storm has ended to clear their sidewalks. Please let the city know if you see a sidewalk that is not … Read More
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