The Governor has until January 14 to sign the Climate Change Roadmap legislation or it will not be enacted this session. Call the Governor’s office at (617) 725-4005 and email him. Below is State Senator Cynthia Creem’s message on An Act … Read More
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The 4C Tree Project aims to honor the memory of lives lost to COVID-19 by celebrating life through the planting of trees, and we need your help to make it a success. Spearheaded by Green Newton’s Environmental Youth Leadership Program, … Read More
Please call your Massachusetts Representative and Senator this week to urge the Conference Committee of the Massachusetts State Legislature to put forth a consensus climate bill before the new year. You can find email and phone scripts here. If the Conference Committee … Read More
The bill to ban toxic flame retardants in children’s products, mattresses and household furniture is so close to becoming law. The Senate must pass it next, and if they don’t do it by Wednesday – the door will be open … Read More
Calling all Newton community members! We want to hear what you think and have questions about for the City of Newton’s Zoning Redesign project as stakeholders in Newton’s future. It’s critical that we hear from those who work, live, and/or … Read More
The Newton Sustainable Materials Management Commission (formerly the Newton Solid Waste Commission) advises the Mayor and the City Council on all aspects of municipal trash, recycling, and composting–striving to put into place practices that are environmentally sustainable and align with … Read More
Last week, the MA House of Representatives released its Fiscal Year 2021 budget proposal. We’re pleased to share that it dramatically increases our Green Budget Coalition’s priority line-items. Areas of significant growth include the Department of Conservation and Recreation, Department … Read More
On Monday, November 9 at 3pm, join Mothers Out Front Newton to ‘Stand Up – Stand Out’ against gas leaks. Meet at the intersection of Commonwealth Ave. and Lexington St. in Auburndale and please bring a sign if you can. Questions? … Read More
Join local organizers in demanding climate and racial justice for Newton and beyond. Come prepared rain or shine. Bring posters and signs and meet at the Newton Centre Green at 12pm on October 17. From there, the group will march … Read More
The replacement of the I-90 Mass Pike viaduct in Allston will affect thousands of residents and commuters. During the project, the Pike will be reduced from 8 to 6 lanes – for ten years. Ask our Representatives Ruth Balser, Kay … Read More
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Honor a neighbor, colleague or loved one by sponsoring a tree as a living memorial for those lost to COVID
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