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EPA, Coast Guard and Mass DEP Respond to Fuel Spill in Newburyport, Mass.
July 6, 2009
News
$30+ Million of Recovery Act Funds for Wastewater Infrastructure Projects in Maine to Boost Economy, Create Jobs and Protect the Environment
June 24, 2009
In a move that stands to create jobs, boost local economies, improve aging water infrastructure and protect human health and the environment for people in Maine, EPA has awarded over $30 million to the Maine Dept. of Environmental Protection.
EPA Announces More Than $185 Million in Recovery Act Funds for Massachusetts Water Infrastructure Projects
June 15, 2009
EPA Administrator Lisa P. Jackson today held a joint press conference with Massachusetts Public Officials to announce more than $185 million in Recovery Act funding to improve drinking water quality and waste water infrastructure across the state.
EPA Seeks Input on Decision Documents for Camp Edwards Cleanups
June 17, 2009
Public comment periods begin this week on decision documents for two sites addressed as part of the Impact Area Groundwater Study Program's (IAGWSP) cleanup at Camp Edwards on the Massachusetts Military Reservation.
Green Infrastructure Projects Promise Environmental Results in Ipswich River Watershed
June 9, 2009
A series of low-impact development or green infrastructure projects are demonstrating techniques that show promise of improving water quality and stream flow in the Ipswich River Watershed.
Construction Firm Faces Fine for Clean Water Violations in Worcester Development
June 4, 2009
A construction company building a 79-acre residential subdivision of townhouses in Worcester, Mass. faces up to $157,000 in penalties of for alleged violations of the federal Clean Water Act.
Recovery in New England
Brownfields Grants for Contaminated Land Cleanup and Economic Development Announced
May 11, 2009
Economic Recovery Funding to Improve Water Quality, Create Jobs
April 24, 2009
Economic Recovery Funding to Accelerate Cleanup, Boost Economy, Create Jobs and Protect Human Health
April 15, 2009
- Superfund News Releases: New Bedford | Stafford, Vt. | Kingston, N.H. | Lowell, Mass. | Mansfield & Foxborough, Mass.
- Watch Video: EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson Announces Recovery Act Funding for Cleanup of New Bedford Harbor Superfund Site.
New England State Environmental Agencies Receive Funds to Reduce Diesel Emissions
May 15, 2009
Funding for Water Infrastructure Projects in New England Announced
April 17, 2009
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American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 was signed into law by President Obama February 17, 2009. The Recovery Act is designed to boost the economy, creating new jobs and building the foundation for long-term economic strength.
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Important Dates & Meetings
- Acting Regional Administrator Working Schedule
- July 8-9, 2009
Managing Wet Weather with Green Infrastructure - Hartford, CT - July 9, 2009
South Weymouth Naval Air Station Restoration Advisory Board - South Weymouth, MA - July 20, 2009
NETC (Newport) Restoration Advisory Board - Newport, RI - July 30, 2009
New Bedford Harbor Superfund Site Public Meeting - New Bedford, MA - More Public Meetings
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