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The updated Climate Action Plan will serve as a crucial road map for the next five years of Newton’s environmental policies. (Natalie McDonnell / For The Heights)

Newton Unveils Draft Climate Action Plan at Newton Free Library

Natalie McDonnell October 2, 2025
On Monday night, community members and elected officials gathered at the Newton Free Library to hear a panel of local environmental representatives discuss their current projects and next steps, including a presentation of the draft for Newton’s updated Climate Action Plan. 
Teachers and residents commented on NPS’ response to the Israel-Hamas war and the ongoing contract negotiations between teachers and the school committee. (Steve Mooney / Heights Archives)

Newton’s Climate Change Microgrant Program Incentivizes Small-Scale Climate Action

Ella Song September 24, 2023
A microgrant program aims to assist Newton residents in funding their environmentally friendly smaller-scale sustainability projects.
In Response to "To Be Pro-Life, Be Pro-Climate"

In Response to “To Be Pro-Life, Be Pro-Climate”

Letters February 9, 2020

I pity the one-trick pony. For all he knows, the trick he does is the finest in the world, and he does it with all his might. That’s why I write, on his behalf, in his defense. Even if he knew more...

Science Strikes Back: Bostonians Rally for Climate Legislation

Science Strikes Back: Bostonians Rally for Climate Legislation

Keely Dickes April 16, 2018
On Saturday, the 2018 March for Science took place at Christopher Columbus Park in Boston. Marchers rallied to push for climate legislation and scientifically driven public policy.
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