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North Bellingham Dam Site Visit
DAM REMOVAL, ADVOCACY Carly Sherman DAM REMOVAL, ADVOCACY Carly Sherman

North Bellingham Dam Site Visit

On September 20th, CRWA hosted a site visit to North Bellingham Dam. The site visit included Senator Rebecca Rausch, Dana Hanson from Congressman Jake Auchincloss’s office, State Representative Mike Soter, as well as members of Bellingham's Department of Public Works, Conservation Commission, and Select Board.

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With Leaders and Community Partners, Three Boston Watershed Associations Announce Annual EPA Water Quality Report Card Grades (PRESS RELEASE)

With Leaders and Community Partners, Three Boston Watershed Associations Announce Annual EPA Water Quality Report Card Grades (PRESS RELEASE)

On August 23, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) joined Charles River Watershed Association, Mystic River Watershed Association, Neponset River Watershed Association, state and local leaders, and community partners to announce the 2023 Water Quality Report Card Grades for the three rivers that flow into Boston Harbor––the Charles, the Mystic, and the Neponset. 

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ACTION ALERT: Write to MEPA showing support for the removal of the South Natick Dam.
ACTION ALERT, ADVOCACY, DAM REMOVAL Charles River ACTION ALERT, ADVOCACY, DAM REMOVAL Charles River

ACTION ALERT: Write to MEPA showing support for the removal of the South Natick Dam.

The Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act (MEPA) Office is allowing community members to show their support for the removal of the South Natick Dam, which was rated to be in “poor condition” by the MA Office of Dam Safety. We need your help demonstrating community support for removing the Charles River Dam in South Natick.

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Charles River Watershed Association Celebrates Climate Chief Hoffer’s Recommendations, Calls for Watershed Planning and Restoration (PRESS STATEMENT)

Charles River Watershed Association Celebrates Climate Chief Hoffer’s Recommendations, Calls for Watershed Planning and Restoration (PRESS STATEMENT)

We are pleased to see first-in-the-nation Climate Chief Melissa Hoffer’s urgent report, which outlines dozens of recommendations for state action to coordinate efforts across agencies to meet the Commonwealth’s ambitious climate goals and reduce emissions.

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Exciting New Bill Promises to Generate $55 Million Annually to Address Inequities in Access to Outdoor Recreation & Bolster Climate Resilience (PRESS RELEASE)
PRESS RELEASE, ADVOCACY Charles River PRESS RELEASE, ADVOCACY Charles River

Exciting New Bill Promises to Generate $55 Million Annually to Address Inequities in Access to Outdoor Recreation & Bolster Climate Resilience (PRESS RELEASE)

Many communities in Massachusetts enjoy a wealth of year-round outdoor recreational opportunities, yet stark disparities exist in access to outdoor recreation––underserved and Environmental Justice communities see fewer investments in parks, trails, and open spaces.

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