State Issues State of Emergency in Preparation for Coming Storm
By Mandy Cordero
Governor Charlie Baker has declared a state of emergency for Massachusetts in preparation for the coming blizzard.
Environment
Volcano Threatens Town in Hawaii
By Rosalia Fodera
An unstoppable river of lava is threatening the Hawaiian town of Pahoa.
Young Designers Launch off Their Careers
By Hunter Reis
On Sunday, October 5 the 2014 Boston Fashion Week officially kicked off with “The Launch” at the W Hotel. Five up and coming designers showcased their creations in this runway style fashion show.
New Bill to End Animal Abuse
By April Newell
Activists are cracking down on animal abuse. Animal rights advocates and a bipartisan group of lawmakers are demanding passage of a bill that would increase fines and harden prison sentences for those convicted of animal cruelty and abuse.
New Bedford Ranks in Solar Power Report
By Samantha LeComte
New Bedford was highlighted as one of four “little cities that could”. With 54 watts of energy per person currently, New Bedford has more megawatts of solar power per capita than both Boston (19 watts per person) and Providence (four watts per person) combined.
Waterfront Sustainable Transportation Plan Will Begin Public Process
By Brianna Bigelow
A group of Boston public service departments will begin collaborations to create a sustainable transportation plan for the South Boston Waterfront neighborhood.
Dangerous Pollution Levels in UK
By Brianna Bigelow
Residents of England and Wales have been warned to continue checking local air quality before participating in outdoor activities.
Decision Made on Cape Wind Project
By Brianna Bigelow
The U.S. District Court has issued a mixed ruling in the case of Cape Wind, a developing wind farm off the shores of Nantucket.
Documentary Inspires Lawmaker to Help Orcas
By April Newell
Ever since the premiere at the 2013 Sundance Film Festival of the documentary Blackfish, activists have been protesting the captivity of killer whales held at SeaWorld. Now, a California lawmaker is pushing to ban the captivity of orcas held at the San Diego SeaWorld.
Massachusetts Company Has Plans for Natural Gas Power in New Hampshire
By Brianna Bigelow
Plans are on the table in Groveton, New Hampshire, to convert part of the North Country paper mill into a transfer station for natural gas. This new station would create more than 80 jobs in the area, and decrease the town’s tax bills by half.