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MA Senate Budgets for Plastics Alternative Program
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MA Senate Budgets for Plastics Alternative Program

May 24, 2024 • State Sen. Becca Rausch, who represents Needham, cosponsored a budgetary amendment wherein small businesses could receive grants to implement alternatives to...

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Cameron Morsberger
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‘Devoted Educator, Admired Scientist’ Honored at Local Ceremony
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‘Devoted Educator, Admired Scientist’ Honored at Local Ceremony

May 13, 2024 • Thomas Eastman, a former science director for the Needham Public Schools, lives on through the local conservation area bearing his name....

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Cameron Morsberger
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A Day that Keeps Going (and Growing)
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A Day that Keeps Going (and Growing)

May 2, 2024 • Needham Parks & Forestry collaborated with Eversource, Asplundh, and students from multiple school to plant trees across town. For most communities,...

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Ashley Julier
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Earth Day, Arbor Day Take Root in Needham
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Earth Day, Arbor Day Take Root in Needham

April 22, 2024 • As communities recognize Earth Day on April 22, Needham continues its efforts to create a greener and more viable place to...

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Chamber Reacts to Plastic Proposal
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Chamber Reacts to Plastic Proposal

March 7, 2024 • Greg Reibman, president of the Charles River Regional Chamber, explains how banning plastic water bottles could negatively affect Needham businesses. At...

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Yuxiao Yuan
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New Rules for Solar Proposed
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New Rules for Solar Proposed

February 29, 2024 • To reduce its carbon footprint, the Town of Needham is generating a bylaw proposal to encourage residents and businesses to install...

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Yuxiao Yuan
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