Qualified residents who have had a Mass Save home energy assessment, or who get one, are eligible for a 75% Mass Save discount – until September 15 – on the TOTAL cost of insulation including all materials and labor! Also, … Read More
With numerous objections received in response to the hearing notices regarding tree removals along Beacon Street, and after discussion at the Waban and Newton Highlands Area Councils, the removals have been put on hold pending a decision by the mayor on whether to override … Read More
Do you have an old refrigerator or freezer wasting energy? The Sponsors of Mass Save® – Cape Light Compact, Eversource, National Grid, and Unitil – are offering no cost pickup and haul away to residential electric customers who recycle their old, … Read More
Welcome to Our (Farmstead) Table! On July 10, 6:30-8:30pm, join us for our annual Dinner on the Farm, a beautiful evening of fantastic food, breathtaking views of our fields, and the company of others who share your love of your … Read More
The Newton Community Farm seeks a Director of Education (DoE) to manage all aspects of Youth, Family, and Adult Education and Engagement. The DoE will develop and implement innovative curricula and programming to engage people of all ages in our … Read More
The City now offers two styles of compost bins, plus kitchen scrap collection buckets. Bins can be purchased online or at City Hall. Payments can be made by check, cash, debit or credit card at City Hall. Once purchased, you may pick up your … Read More
Try to avoid using a hose pipe – use a watering can instead to concentrate on the areas that need watering. Try to water first thing before the sun is up to reduce water wasted to evaporation. Rake old clippings by … Read More
2020Action.org aims to empower people to take action on environmental issues in just 20 minutes a month. It’s monthly action ‘cards’ help people get informed on important issues and present the resources to take quick political action. GN will publish these monthly … Read More
Join us on Monday, June 19 at 7pm for the next in our Greening our Community Series at the Newton Free Library (330 Homer St., Newton). Craig Forman, leader of the Newton Goes Solar initiative, will showcase the benefits of residential rooftop solar … Read More
Shop with us at Whole Foods Newton stores on Thursday June 22, when 5% of the store’s net sales will be donated to support Boston Area Gleaners. They are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing surplus farm crops for people … Read More
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